Untangling Web3

In this second installment of our three-part robotics series, we dissect the inner workings of robots and explore the components that bring them to life. While science fiction often romanticizes humanoid machines, this episode is firmly grounded in the real-world anatomy of robotics—how artificial intelligence (AI), mechanical parts, and software work together to build functional and increasingly...

In this episode of the Untangling Web3 podcast, we dive into the fascinating and ever-evolving world of robots, robotics, and their intersection with artificial intelligence (AI). From ancient mythology to cutting-edge tech, this episode explores how our visions of mechanical beings have transformed from mythical automatons to industrial arms, humanoid assistants, and autonomous drones. We trace t...

The global sports industry is worth over $500 billion, but cracks are beginning to show beneath the surface. Today’s sports ecosystem is dominated by aging fanbases, legacy monetization models, and an increasingly distracted younger generation. In this episode of Untangling Web3 , Tom Fleetham joins to break down the real opportunities for Web3 in sports—beyond hype and speculation. With years of...

In this episode of Untangling Web3, we're joined by Anthony Day, Marketing Director at VeChain and creator of the Blockchain Won’t Save the World podcast. With a background in enterprise transformation and years of experience building real-world blockchain applications, Anthony brings deep insights into what’s blocking—and enabling—mainstream Web3 adoption. This conversation moves beyond hype to f...

In this episode of the Untangling Web3 podcast, we dive headfirst into the controversial, ambitious, and wildly futuristic project known as Worldcoin. Created by Tools for Humanity and co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, Worldcoin combines digital identity, blockchain, and biometric scanning via the infamous “Orb” to tackle one of the most urgent problems of our AI age: proving you’re human in a wo...

In this episode of Untangling Web3, Tim Creswick, founder and CEO of Vorboss, explains the physical and technical infrastructure behind the internet—what it is, how it moves data, and why fibre networks are the foundation of modern connectivity. With a focus on metro fibre, subsea cables, and security vulnerabilities, Tim provides a high-resolution breakdown of how the internet really functions be...

In this episode of the Untangling Web3 podcast, we explore one of the most game-changing developments in modern Artificial Intelligence—the rise of AI agents. No longer just simple chatbots or assistants, these autonomous systems can reason, take action, and interact with tools and data in real-time. We also break down the buzz around Model Context Protocol (MCP), the newly emerging standard that’...

This episode of Untangling Web3 features Piero Bassa, senior software engineer at VeChain and founder of Mugshot, for an in-depth look at X-2-Earn models that use Web3 infrastructure to reward sustainable real-world behavior. With a background in building scalable decentralized systems, Piero outlines how DApps can enable new paradigms of user engagement by combining crypto incentives with everyda...

In this episode of the Untangling Web3 podcast, we break down the latest developments in the rapidly evolving world of AI, focusing on the rising competition between major players like OpenAI, Google's Gemini, and China's groundbreaking DeepSeek. With performance, cost, and openness on the line, this episode unpacks the global battle to dominate the future of artificial intelligence. Key highlight...

Welcome to a very special milestone of the Untangling Web3 podcast – our 100th episode ! In this celebratory edition, we take a step back to reflect on how far the podcast has come, the incredible evolution of Web3 and emerging tech during this journey, and the community that has grown around us. From humble beginnings with scratchy audio and no video to live events, high-profile guests, and over...

This special edition of Untangling Web3 features the first-ever live recording of the show, held in London and focused on the theme of Web3 for Social Good . Guest panelists Sunny Lu (CEO of VeChain) and Pankhuri Bansal (blockchain and AI expert with the UN and LTO Network) explore how decentralized technologies are driving impact in sustainability, social inclusion, and environmental action. Key...

In this episode of Untangling Web3, co-founder of Fluence and host of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge, breaks down the evolving world of DePIN—Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Drawing on his leadership at Fluence and his experience launching Hedera Hashgraph, Trowbridge provides a technical yet accessible overview of how DePIN offers an alternative model to centralized infrastru...

This week on Untangling Web3, we're joined by artist, comedian, and AI innovator King Willonius to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping creativity, comedy, music, and storytelling. Known best for his viral AI-generated track "BBL Drizzy," King breaks down the mechanics, ethics, and cultural implications of using AI as a creative collaborator—offering a first-hand look into how creators...

In this episode of Untangling Web3, Daniel Liebau, founder of Lightbulb Capital and co-author of a leading academic book on DAOs, explores how decentralized autonomous organizations are redefining governance, collaboration, and organizational design. Drawing on research and real-world examples, this episode examines the opportunities and risks associated with DAOs as scalable, decentralized altern...

This week on Untangling Web3, Dan Hughes, founder of Radix DLT, explores the future of DeFi, scalability, and the barriers to mainstream adoption. With over a decade of experience in blockchain infrastructure, Dan shares insights on what it will take to onboard the next billion users into DeFi while maintaining decentralization and security. Key highlights: The Core Problem in DeFi Adoption: DeFi...

This week on Untangling Web3, Kyle Weiss and Shady El Damaty join us from ETH Denver to explore the future of digital identity, decentralized personhood, and blockchain-based verification systems. As the digital landscape evolves, ensuring secure, verifiable, and privacy-preserving digital identities has become a critical challenge. This conversation delves into how Web3 is reshaping identity mana...

This week on Untangling Web3, Oleg Fomenko, co-founder of Sweat Economy, breaks down the concept of the movement economy —a system where physical activity is tokenized to create financial and social value. Sweat Economy leverages Web3 incentives to encourage people to be more active, transforming movement into a digital asset with real-world applications. Key highlights: The Movement Economy as a...

In this episode of Untangling Web3, brand strategist and Web3 expert Diego Borgo explores the challenges and opportunities of branding in the decentralized space. With extensive experience advising global brands like Adidas, Prada, Mastercard, and Porsche, Diego shares insights into the evolving perception of Web3 and how brands can adapt to the changing digital landscape. Key highlights: The Bran...

In this episode of Untangling Web3, futurist and AI expert Dan Södergren joins the conversation to explore how artificial intelligence and Web3 technologies are transforming the future of work. With a background in digital transformation and consumer rights, Dan explains why the rise of AI is triggering what he calls the Fifth Industrial Revolution and what it means for individuals, businesses, an...

In this week's episode of Untangling Web3, we dive deep into the future of Web3 identity with George Kassis from Kinexys by J.P.Morgan. George's blockchain journey began a decade ago with a university thesis on Bitcoin prediction models, and he has since become a thought leader in the space. In this episode, we explore the evolution of identity from Web0 to Web3, discussing how identity has transf...

In this week's episode of Untangling Web3, we dive into the booming yet controversial world of memecoins—tokens built on blockchain but driven primarily by internet memes and social media virality. From the iconic rise of Dogecoin to the latest meme-based tokens, this episode unpacks the hype, the risks, and whether memecoins offer any meaningful value or are just a speculative frenzy. Key highlig...

This week's episode of Untangling Web3, features Johnny Garcia, who brings extensive experience from VeChain Foundation and Bitwise Asset Management, focusing on the intersection of ETFs, cryptocurrencies, and the broader financial landscape influenced by blockchain technology. Key highlights: Development of Crypto ETFs: The inception and evolution of cryptocurrency ETFs are explored, highlighting...

In this week's episode of Untangling Web3, we delve into the intersection of AI, misinformation, Web3, and social media—exploring how advanced technologies are reshaping the way we consume information and engage with politics. From the promises of democratized information to the challenges of AI-driven algorithms, this conversation unpacks the evolving role of technology in our everyday lives and...

In this week's episode of Untangling Web3, we explore the merging paths of decentralized technologies and skill development with Priyanka Kamath. Priyanka, founder of 100 Girls in Gen AI, is a trailblazer in applying AI and blockchain to enhance educational accessibility and equity, particularly through her innovative projects in India that focus on skill-building in underprivileged communities.....

This week's episode of Untangling Web3, features Evin McMullen and Diego Fernández, experts pioneering the intersection of Web3, digital identity, and blockchain technology. Our discussion together focuses on the transformative potential of digital identity systems and their deployment on a broad scale. Key highlights: Foundations of Digital Identity: Evin and Diego explain the concept and signifi...