In this episode, Diksha Dutta sits down with Burnt Banksy, the man who literally burned a Banksy to mint it as an NFT — sparking a pivotal moment in NFT history. They explore how this bold act led to the creation of Burnt, and eventually, the Layer 1 blockchain Xion, aimed at making crypto disappear for the end user.From the evolution of NFTs and the problems with crypto wallets to the rise of meme coins and the future of consumer apps in Web3 — this conversation is a candid, high-energy dive into the past, present, and future of crypto infrastructure.🧠 Topics Covered:- The story behind the name Burnt Banksy- Why they set fire to a $100k Banksy artwork — and sold the NFT for $400k- The media frenzy that followed and how it catalyzed NFT culture- Challenges with wallets, onboarding, and UX in crypto- The origin of Zion: Making crypto invisible and accessible- Transitioning from building apps to building infrastructure- Xion’s focus on consumer apps over DeFi- Creating real-world impact: Xion Houses in Argentina, Nigeria, and Lisbon- Developer acquisition: Why Web2 devs matter more than crypto-native ones- Collaborating with brands like Uber, Amazon Prime, and BMW- Honest takes on meme coins, NFTs, and what’s holding crypto back

In this episode, Chris Yin, Founder of Plume Network, dives deep into the revolutionary process of bringing real-world assets (RWAs) on-chain. From the challenges of asset tokenization to Plume's innovative approach, Chris explains how RWAs can unlock new opportunities in the crypto ecosystem. Discover: 🌍 The potential of RWAs in transforming the crypto space 💡 Why stablecoins are the foundational RWA 📈 Trends in asset tokenization and Plume's target audience 🎯 The importance of timing and adaptability for crypto founders Chris reflects on his recent funding success, the delicate balance of scaling while preserving company culture, and the lessons learned from his dual role as a founder and investor.

In this episode of Web3 Quest, Nader Dabit shares his professional journey from AWS to the crypto space, highlighting his time at Graph Protocol and now EigenLayer. Nader discusses the roles and challenges of Developer Relations (DevRel), shedding light on transition strategies from Web2 to Web3, the importance of understanding company vision, and building long-term developer relationships. He emphasizes the increasing demand for web3 talent, the intricacies of hackathons, and the critical role of DevRel in achieving network effects. Throughout, he provides insights on effective content creation, the dynamics of remote versus in-person hackathons, and the trends driving the blockchain ecosystem.