• Summary

  • Generation Crypto is focused on how brands and marketers are exploring and building in the Web3 ecosystem to experiment in and potentially transform their businesses. Each week, our hosts Avery Akkineni of Vayner 3 and Sam Ewen from CoinDesk, will dive into how Fortune 500 brands and new start-ups alike are coming to the blockchain and utilizing new technologies, the creator economy and rewriting fandom/ownership to generate attention, gain customers and create value for their bottom line and those of their communities.

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Episodes
  • Spatial Computing and the Convergence of AI, Blockchain, and Virtual Worlds with Evan Helda of Amazon
    May 21 2024

    Evan Helda, Principal Specialist in Spatial Computing at Amazon Web Services, joins this episode to discuss the future of spatial computing and its potential impacts.

    In this episode, Evan Helda, a leading expert in spatial computing at Amazon Web Services (AWS) sits down with Avery and Sam. Evan shares his insights on the recent release of Apple's Vision Pro and the challenges and opportunities in the development of immersive digital experiences. They delve into the convergence of spatial computing, AI and blockchain technology and how these advancements could revolutionize e-commerce, education, and entertainment.

    Links mentioned from the podcast:

    • Introducing GPT-4o and more tools to ChatGPT free users
    • GetBadNews App
    • Upfronts 2024: Where & When They’re Happening
    • Evan Helda on Twitter
    • Evan’s Newsletter — Medium Energy

    Watch this episode on video:

    • YouTube
    • CoinDesk

    Follow us on Twitter:

    • Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3

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    Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.

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    Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.

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    "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    52 mins
  • Beauty Meets Blockchain with the Co-Founder of KIKI, Jana Bobosikova
    May 14 2024
    Jana Bobosikova, Co-Founder of KIKI, discusses how her beauty platform empowers customers to co-create and co-own products through blockchain technology and community involvement.In this episode, Avery and Sam interview Jana Bobosikova, the co-founder of KIKI. KIKI is a beauty platform that rewards customers for participating in the product development process through voting, sharing ideas and providing feedback, using blockchain technology and NFTs to facilitate co-creation and co-ownership. We explore KIKI's innovative approach, the importance of community involvement and the future of decentralized product development.Links mentioned from the podcast: Tubi Launches Stubios, A Fan Fueled Studio for Aspiring FilmmakersOpenAI licenses Financial Times’ content for ChatGPTThanks To Hits Like Wordle, The New York Times Is Now A Gaming CompanyKIKI WebsiteKIKI on TwitterWatch this episode on video:YouTubeCoinDeskFollow us on Twitter: Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3-Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.-Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.-"Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    44 mins
  • Driving Innovation: Mercedes-Benz's Roadmap for Web3 and NFTs
    May 7 2024

    In this episode, the Co-Founder of Mercedes' Web3 arm 0xNXT shares insights on their multi-year roadmap to reach both crypto natives and loyal customers.

    Max Orgeldinger, Co-Founder of Mercedes-Benz's Web3 initiative 0xNXT, joins the show to discuss the luxury automaker's approach to entering the NFT space. He shares insights into their multi-year plan for releasing NFT collections targeting different audiences, from crypto natives to their most loyal customers. We also discuss how Mercedes is exploring emerging technologies like AI and decentralized social platforms for their Web3 strategy.

    Links mentioned from the podcast:

    • Instagram Creator Update
    • TikTok Tells Advertisers: ‘We Are Not Backing Down’
    • Mercedes NXT Website
    • Mercedes NXT Twitter

    Watch this episode on video:

    • YouTube
    • CoinDesk

    Follow us on Twitter:

    • Sam Ewen, Avery Akkineni, CoinDesk, Vayner3

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    Safe (formerly Gnosis Safe) is the ownership layer of web3 with the most battle tested smart accounts. Trusted to secure over $100 billion, Safe offers unparalleled usability and security for individuals, DAOs, and institutions. Experience true digital ownership with Safe's flagship web and mobile wallet and its leading account abstraction infrastructure. Get started today at safe.global.

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    Consensus is where experts convene to talk about the ideas shaping our digital future. Join developers, investors, founders, brands, policymakers and more in Austin, Texas from May 29-31. The tenth annual Consensus is curated by CoinDesk to feature the industry’s most sought-after speakers, unparalleled networking opportunities and unforgettable experiences. Take 15% off registration with the code GENC15. Register now at consensus.coindesk.com.

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    "Gen C" features hosts Sam Ewen and Avery Akkineni. Executive produced by Jared Schwartz and produced by Uyen Truong. Our theme music is "1882” by omgkirby x Channel Tres with editing by Doc Blust. Artwork by Nicole Marie Rincon.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    41 mins

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