The Indexed Podcast

Join Nick and Joan as they unpack a whirlwind couple of months in the NFT arena. We chat about how OpenSea, shifted its stance on artist royalties. Despite Joan's personal sentiment around NFTs, many NFTs trade on speculation rather than intrinsic value. The shadow of a further plunge into crypto winter, doesn't bode well for a swift NFT rebound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the latest episode of The Index podcast, where we have the pleasure of hosting Stefan Von Imhof, the co-founder and CEO of Alts.co. Join us as we delve into a dynamic conversation with a visionary leader who has been shaping the landscape of alternative investing. Based out of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Stefan is the driving force behind Alts.co—a powerhouse that combines alternative investing, media, and community building. With over 75,000 members, Alts.co is not just a company; it's a movement that's transforming how we approach investments. Tune in as Stefan shares his unique insights on creating meaningful connections within the investment space, fostering community engagement, and navigating the complex world of physical goods. This episode promises to be an enlightening journey into the realm of alternative investing and the strategies that are reshaping the financial landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Indexed Podcast, Joan sits down with Jane Rolls, director of the OSHI Gallery in Melbourne, to discuss the growing cryptoart movement and what the future holds for this emerging art form. Jane provides an inside look at OSHI Gallery, Australia's first physical gallery dedicated entirely to showcasing cryptoart and NFTs. She shares how OSHI provides a bridge between the digital and physical art worlds, with curated exhibitions, events, masterclasses, and more. We dive into topics like how cryptoart is disrupting the traditional art market, the challenges and opportunities of displaying digital works in a physical setting, mainstream adoption of NFTs, environmentally sustainable blockchain technology, and more. Jane also shares her vision for the future of cryptoart both in Australia and globally. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about the intersection of art and technology with one of the leading voices in the cryptoart space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of The Index, Joan and Nick sit down with Greg Oakford, co-founder of NFT Fest and Head of Partnerships & Growth @Upside DAO, to discuss the evolving NFT landscape.With the recent crypto market downturn, Greg shares his perspective on building community and driving utility for NFT projects in a bear market. He explains how taking a long-term outlook and focusing on delivering tangible value beyond just speculative trading is key to weathering the storm. Greg dives into his part in Upside DAO, one of the first venture DAOs using NFTs for governance. He discusses the formation of the DAO, how they evaluate early stage projects, and the opportunities and challenges of decentralized governance structures.   @GregOakford @NFTFestAus @0xUpside @cointelegraph @ApeBirdNFTshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the latest episode of The Index podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of decentralized organizations and governance in 2023 with none other than DAO Master Dan from DAO Master Labs. Join us as we explore the forefront of emerging technologies and how they are reshaping the landscape of organizational structures and decision-making processes. Discover how DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) have evolved over the years and how they are playing a pivotal role in driving innovation across industries. In this insightful interview, Dan shares his expertise, experiences, and vision for the future of decentralized governance. Tune in to gain unique insights into the challenges and opportunities that come with decentralization, and how it empowers communities to collaborate and make collective decisions on a global scale. This episode is a must-listen for tech enthusiasts, innovators, and anyone curious about the exciting developments in the realm of decentralized orgs. Dans Links - https://chess3.io/ https://daomasterlabs.com/  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ripple Labs, the company behind the XRP token, has emerged at least partially victorious this week, as a federal judge determined that some of its sales of XRP did not fully meet the definition of a securities offering. It's a market hungry for good news, we saw pretty much all the tokens across the board respond positively to this news, is the fear starting to subside? #gretefuldeadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the market is just an endless pile of bottomless void reduction and shit. We are in a bear market, it's still happening things are still down, we aren't down, we are getting by. Tech goes through cycles, however it doesn't matter what sector you are in things are a little bit rough. While the 80% drop in funding is unsettling, it doesn't spell the end for web3. Instead, the decline suggests a sobering period of reassessment rather than a total dismissal of the sector. Decreased venture funding can catalyze innovation, pushing startups to scrutinize their value proposition and technological foundation more closely.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From NFTs going up in smoke in the aftermath of the scandalous "Azuki Incident" to Twitter fumbling its bag amidst a flurry of rate-limit errors, it's been a wild ride on the tech rollercoaster this week. "The social landscape is decaying to the level where it is almost unusable" - join us to discuss what Web 3 can do and is doing in the world of social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wild, weird, wonderful (f**ked) world of finance continues to spin on its somewhat convoluted axis, with evolution (of a kind) being its only constant. We’re witnessing a quiet revolution in Hong Kong: the opening of digital assets - and digital asset derivatives - to the ordinary investors. Shout out to every single one of you for getting through another week in tech. It’s been an interesting one; the BTC and ETH pump off the BlackRock etc. ETF news has been a pleasant break from the doom and gloom. On the NFT front, we’ve seen growth from projects like Jack Butcher’s Opepen series, and there’s a sense that we might be slowly entering a little sun beam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to The Indexed but is it good to be back, it was a bit of a bloodbath over the weekend in Crypto and Web3, we reflect of the SEC decisions in the US.  What we are dealing with are regulations that weren't designed for the modern age when, we have all these tests that are designed for a very different world, how can we try to force new technologies into existing definitions.  Plus Big changes at Reddit after making changes to the API pricing structure making it almost impossible for Indi developers to build on top of.. Sounds similar to something we've see before tweet tweet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buckle up for an as we launch the inaugural episode of The Index Podcast Join us in our exploration of the crypto universe…we'll illuminate its nuances, ignite conversations, call out the bulls**t and demystify the complex dynamics of the week's Web3 terrain. In this premiere episode, we assess the short-termism of Web 3 and ask - what and where is the long game? + With WWDC in full swing, Apple has lifted the veil on its VR/AR venture, the Vision Pro. What implications could this have for the Metaverse? We delve into a recent development - the SEC has levelled 13 allegations against Binance. It's time to roll up our sleeves and build despite the challenges. @Joanwestenberg @theindexhq theindex.media @nick_clearshotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.