In the interview with Mario Di Dio, GM of Network at Nova Labs, he discusses his background in the telco industry and his transition to Helium Mobile, where he is working to build a decentralized mobile network.  He describes Helium Mobile as a cost-effective, community-driven wireless service that enables users to participate in network expansion through blockchain technology, using hotspots to provide additional coverage.  Di Dio emphasizes the simplicity of setting up Helium mobile hotspots and the incentives for users who contribute to the network, as well as the challenge of convincing traditional telco providers of the quality and reliability of a decentralized network. 

In the interview with <a href="https://twitter.com/didiomario">Mario Di Dio</a>, GM of Network at Nova Labs, he discusses his background in the telco industry and his transition to <a href=" https://hellohelium.com">Helium Mobile</a>, where he is working to build a decentralized mobile network.&nbsp;&nbsp;He describes Helium Mobile as a cost-effective, community-driven wireless service that enables users to participate in network expansion through blockchain technology, using hotspots to provide additional coverage.&nbsp;&nbsp;Di Dio emphasizes the simplicity of setting up Helium mobile hotspots and the incentives for users who contribute to the network, as well as the challenge of convincing traditional telco providers of the quality and reliability of a decentralized network.&nbsp;<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Mario Di Dio| Helium Mobile: Decentralized Hotspots

This week, Ryan John King, co-founder and CEO of ⁠FOAM⁠, discusses the potential of FOAM's proof of location technology, which uses terrestrial networks (instead of GPS) to provide secure and verifiable location data. King emphasizes the challenges and utility of developing such a network, especially in providing reliable and cryptographically backed geospatial data.  Interested users can participate in FOAM's ⁠Trust Zone beta program⁠ to contribute to network establishment and benefit from the mining rewards.

This week, Ryan John King, co-founder and CEO of ⁠<a href="https://x.com/foamspace">FOAM</a>⁠, discusses the potential of FOAM's proof of location technology, which uses terrestrial networks (instead of GPS) to provide secure and verifiable location data.&nbsp;King emphasizes the challenges and utility of developing such a network, especially in providing reliable and cryptographically backed geospatial data.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interested users can participate in FOAM's <a href="https://mirror.xyz/foamspace.eth/9QRjUNdAuw80x9CLvMs76hEp-LVpV92CXVyGmC0H4fU">⁠Trust Zone beta program⁠</a> to contribute to network establishment and benefit from the mining rewards.<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Ryan John King | FOAM & the Trust Zone

Skylar and Nathan from the Ethereum Foundation join Corey and Dee to discuss Devcon 7: Southeast Asia in Bangkok, Thailand. The event, scheduled for November 12-15, 2024, is highlighted as the must-attend Ethereum developers' conference, promising extensive technical content, real-world applications of Ethereum, and unique features like themed days and media passes. You'll get all the information you need for an enjoyable and safe participation experience. You’ll also hear from Skylar and Nathan about Devcon’s community-centric focus, advocating it as an essential hub for anyone engaged with frontier technology.

<a href="https://x.com/skylar_eth">Skylar</a> and <a href="https://x.com/NathanSexer">Nathan</a> from the Ethereum Foundation join Corey and Dee to discuss <a href="https://devcon.org/en/">Devcon 7: Southeast Asia</a> in Bangkok, Thailand.&nbsp;The event, scheduled for November 12-15, 2024, is highlighted as the must-attend Ethereum developers' conference, promising extensive technical content, real-world applications of Ethereum, and unique features like themed days and media passes. You'll get all the information you need for an enjoyable and safe participation experience.&nbsp;You’ll also hear from Skylar and Nathan about Devcon’s community-centric focus, advocating it as an essential hub for anyone engaged with frontier technology.<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Nathan Sexer & Skylar | Devcon 7: South East Asia

Nathan Vandy from DappRadar discussed creating a decentralized Dapp store and recounted his journey into crypto, starting with a law degree and diving deep into blockchain research. He shared insights on transitioning DappRadar into a DAO and touched on the potential for DAOs to manage community resources and even city or country treasuries, aiming for increased transparency and efficiency. He emphasized the novelty and complexity of DAOs, labeling them as "startups on steroids," and highlighted their promise in redistributing economic and human capital through blockchain networks.

<a href="https://x.com/vandynathan">Nathan Vandy</a> from <a href="https://x.com/DappRadar">DappRadar</a> discussed creating a decentralized Dapp store and recounted his journey into crypto, starting with a law degree and diving deep into blockchain research. He shared insights on transitioning DappRadar into a DAO and touched on the potential for DAOs to manage community resources and even city or country treasuries, aiming for increased transparency and efficiency. He emphasized the novelty and complexity of DAOs, labeling them as "startups on steroids," and highlighted their promise in redistributing economic and human capital through blockchain networks.<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Nathan Vandy | DappRadar

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In this fascinating interview on Hashing It Out, Matty Tokenomics discusses his book "Tokenomics for Builders" and detailed methodologies for effective token design. The conversation delves into his background in economics and finance, including his experiences at Ray Dalio's Bridgewater Associates and as a tokenomics researcher for various blockchain projects. Matty explains the importance of incentivizing the right user behavior and the challenging aspects of designing complex financial systems, including investor reputation and compliance with regulations. Additionally, the interview touches upon the emerging trends and ongoing developments in the blockchain space, emphasizing the impact of macroeconomic factors on cryptocurrency valuations and the industry's growth.JOIN THE COMMUNITYLogos Twitter: https://twitter.com/Logos_networkLogos Discord: https://discord.gg/logosnetworkRESOURCES:Matty - @mattyTokenomicsBook: https://tokenomics-guide.notion.site/Tokenomics-for-Builders-The-Practitioner-s-Guide-to-Token-Design-b5154feba117415cafd67678355e317b00:00:10 Welcome to Hashing It Out00:00:43 Chris Burniske's Endorsement00:01:18 Welcome Matty Tokenomics00:01:40 Getting to Know Matty00:02:51 From Finance to Tokenomics00:03:56 The Foray into Crypto00:05:07 Predicting Non-Financial Events00:05:25 Jesse's Intro and Questions00:06:13 What is Matty Up to Now?00:08:15 Importance of Quality Investors00:10:20 Raising Funds Wisely00:12:14 Fixing Airdrop Inefficiencies00:13:46 Token Sales and Reputations00:15:16 Eigen Trust Reputation00:17:23 Addressing Investor Reputation00:19:24 Tackling the Cold Start Problem00:21:51 Examples of Mature Systems00:24:22 Sales of Invites and Trust Networks00:26:22 Barriers to Entry for Investors00:28:36 Aligning Incentives00:30:56 Managing Emergent Social Behaviors00:33:24 The Future of Bridges00:37:27 Back to Basics - What is Tokenomics?00:39:55 Behavioral Economics and Tokenomics00:40:50 Incentivizing Rational Behavior00:42:44 Unit Bias and Token Prices00:44:21 Changing Perceptions00:47:22 The Role of Macroeconomics in Crypto00:53:02 Changing Fundamentals in Bitcoin00:54:47 Watching Ethereum's Fundamentals Evolve00:56:01 L2 Ecosystem Dynamics00:59:17 Solana's User Experience01:00:02 Is What Matty Does Difficult?01:00:55 Matty's Bitcoin Realization Moment01:02:15 Tokenomics in Ten Words01:02:42 Legion CC Plug for Reputation Scores

In this fascinating interview on Hashing It Out, Matty Tokenomics discusses his book "Tokenomics for Builders" and detailed methodologies for effective token design. The conversation delves into his background in economics and finance, including his experiences at Ray Dalio's Bridgewater Associates and as a tokenomics researcher for various blockchain projects. Matty explains the importance of incentivizing the right user behavior and the challenging aspects of designing complex financial systems, including investor reputation and compliance with regulations. Additionally, the interview touches upon the emerging trends and ongoing developments in the blockchain space, emphasizing the impact of macroeconomic factors on cryptocurrency valuations and the industry's growth.JOIN THE COMMUNITYLogos Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/Logos_network">https://twitter.com/Logos_network</a>Logos Discord: <a href="https://discord.gg/logosnetwork">https://discord.gg/logosnetwork</a>RESOURCES:Matty - @mattyTokenomicsBook: <a href="https://tokenomics-guide.notion.site/Tokenomics-for-Builders-The-Practitioner-s-Guide-to-Token-Design-b5154feba117415cafd67678355e317b">https://tokenomics-guide.notion.site/Tokenomics-for-Builders-The-Practitioner-s-Guide-to-Token-Design-b5154feba117415cafd67678355e317b</a>00:00:10 Welcome to Hashing It Out00:00:43 Chris Burniske's Endorsement00:01:18 Welcome Matty Tokenomics00:01:40 Getting to Know Matty00:02:51 From Finance to Tokenomics00:03:56 The Foray into Crypto00:05:07 Predicting Non-Financial Events00:05:25 Jesse's Intro and Questions00:06:13 What is Matty Up to Now?00:08:15 Importance of Quality Investors00:10:20 Raising Funds Wisely00:12:14 Fixing Airdrop Inefficiencies00:13:46 Token Sales and Reputations00:15:16 Eigen Trust Reputation00:17:23 Addressing Investor Reputation00:19:24 Tackling the Cold Start Problem00:21:51 Examples of Mature Systems00:24:22 Sales of Invites and Trust Networks00:26:22 Barriers to Entry for Investors00:28:36 Aligning Incentives00:30:56 Managing Emergent Social Behaviors00:33:24 The Future of Bridges00:37:27 Back to Basics - What is Tokenomics?00:39:55 Behavioral Economics and Tokenomics00:40:50 Incentivizing Rational Behavior00:42:44 Unit Bias and Token Prices00:44:21 Changing Perceptions00:47:22 The Role of Macroeconomics in Crypto00:53:02 Changing Fundamentals in Bitcoin00:54:47 Watching Ethereum's Fundamentals Evolve00:56:01 L2 Ecosystem Dynamics00:59:17 Solana's User Experience01:00:02 Is What Matty Does Difficult?01:00:55 Matty's Bitcoin Realization Moment01:02:15 Tokenomics in Ten Words01:02:42 Legion CC Plug for Reputation Scores<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Matty Tokenomics | Tokenomics for Builders

Dee and Jessie speak with Cyprien Grau of Status about the future of the Status Network, focusing on their vision for creating an open-source, decentralised crypto communication super app. They explore the intricacies of staking contracts, rollup technology, and the delicate balance between maintaining decentralisation and ensuring economic feasibility. The conversation sheds light on the complexities of launching a rollup in today's saturated market and underscores the significance of community engagement and governance in the evolving crypto landscape.

Dee and Jessie speak with <a href="https://x.com/0xcyp ">Cyprien Grau</a> of <a href="https://x.com/ethstatus">Status</a> about the future of the Status Network, focusing on their vision for creating an open-source, decentralised crypto communication super app. They explore the intricacies of staking contracts, rollup technology, and the delicate balance between maintaining decentralisation and ensuring economic feasibility. The conversation sheds light on the complexities of launching a rollup in today's saturated market and underscores the significance of community engagement and governance in the evolving crypto landscape.<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Cyprien Grau | Status App: Governance Enabled Community

Dee and Jessie speak with David Vorick, a Glow enthusiast and developer, about using incentive dollars to build, operate, and establish solar farms that will subsequently fund another solar farm in a DePIN cycle.

Dee and Jessie speak with <a href="https://x.com/DavidVorick">David Vorick</a>, a <a href="https://glowlabs.org/">Glow</a> enthusiast and developer, about using incentive dollars to build, operate, and establish solar farms that will subsequently fund another solar farm in a DePIN cycle.<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

David Vorick | Glow: Sustainable Solar Farming

In this episode of "Hashing it Out," Dee and Jessie interview Kieran Mesquita from Railgun, discussing the platform's approach to cryptocurrency privacy. Kieran elaborates on how Railgun adds a private address type to Ethereum, allowing for obfuscation of transaction origins while still facilitating participation in DeFi protocols. The conversation also delves into the technical challenges of gas costs and the design trade-offs Railgun has made to optimize privacy while maintaining security and efficiency.

In this episode of "Hashing it Out," Dee and Jessie interview <a href="https://x.com/mesquka">Kieran Mesquita</a> from <a href="https://railgun.org/">Railgun</a>, discussing the platform's approach to cryptocurrency privacy.&nbsp;Kieran elaborates on how Railgun adds a private address type to Ethereum, allowing for obfuscation of transaction origins while still facilitating participation in DeFi protocols. The conversation also delves into the technical challenges of gas costs and the design trade-offs Railgun has made to optimize privacy while maintaining security and efficiency.<section class="footnotes-container">&nbsp;</section>

Kieran Mesquita | Railgun Transactional Privacy Protection

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Nathan Vandy | DappRadar

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David Vorick | Glow: Sustainable Solar Farming

Kieran Mesquita | Railgun Transactional Privacy Protection