The Outlier Ventures Podcast

In this episode, we dive deep into our FutureSpark Accelerator program in Riyadh. Join Salwa Radwi, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Outlier Ventures, as she sits down with our Stephan Apel, CIC Captains of Innovation's Operations Manager Devin Kelly, and our Board Member for Saudi Arabia Bandar Altunisi. Together, they discuss the growing potential of Saudi Arabia as a leading tech hub, the key to successful accelerator programs, and the bright future of innovation in the region. You won't want to miss this discussion. 

In Episode 2 of The Post Web audio documentary, we dive into how AI agents, Web3, and The Computable Economy will redefine how we interact with the internet, replacing human-driven systems with autonomous agentic networks. Topics covered: ↳ The shift from human-driven web interactions to AI-powered agentic systems ↳ Web3's role in enabling identity, reputation, and privacy for agents ↳ The persistence of browser-based immersive experiences ↳ The rise of The Computable Economy   Subscribe for future episodes and visit PostWeb.io for all the latest insights. Don’t miss out on what’s next for the internet.    The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. For specific legal or financial guidance or concerns, please consult a qualified professional. 

In this first episode we introduce The Post Web Audio-Documentary, a series exploring our exciting new thesis, based on hundreds of conversations with Web3's leading founders, exploring the convergence of Crypto x AI. In this episode, Jamie Burke, Chairman and Founder of Outlier Ventures, discusses what's next after a decade of Web3.  We introduce the idea that it is so transformational that it isn't Web4 or Web5, but in fact The Post Web. Where Web1 gave us [Read], Web2 [Write], Web3 [Own], The Post Web means we can now [Delegate] ever more of our lives to agents that will live, work and coordinate on blockchains.   This will dramatically reduce our experience of the Web from the death of Search, to interruptive advertising and even websites and  applications, flipping us from The Attention Economy to The Intention Economy; a highly contextual, deterministic yet adaptive, verifiable machine optimized internet. Listen now and sign up here to understand the Post Web future and be a part of shaping it postweb.io The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. For specific legal or financial guidance or concerns, please consult a qualified professional. 

In this episode, Partner and Board Member Rumi Morales speaks to Frederick Gregaard, CEO of Cardano. As one of the oldest blockchains, Cardano has endured multiple market cycles and managed to stay relevant throughout. Together, the two will be diving into why that is.  Specifically, they'll look at: - Cardano’s move to decentralize their foundation - Ownership of data and embedding blockchain into critical infrastructure - The need for institutions to emerge to secure trust in the blockchain space _________________________________________________________________ Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, our Chairman and Founder Jamie Burke speaks to Luis Ramirez, founder and CEO of Mawari about the development of their DePIN network enabling real-time, interactive mixed reality experiences at scale.   They talk about: - The development of streaming technology - Web3 and edge rendering - How the team bootstrapped their network - Augmented Reality and the future of the Web Listen for an enlightening deep dive into the cutting edge technologies shaping the future of the web! _______________________________________________________________ Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, Outlier Partner and Board Member Rumi Morales talks to Perianne Boring, one of the most influential voices representing the crypto industry in Washington.   As the CEO of The Digital Chamber, Perianne works tirelessly to lobby for crypto-friendly regulation in the United States and globally.   They'll be covering: The state of crypto regulation in the US The current investor landscape How regulatory issues in Web3 are coming out in AI Legal advice for founders If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in!   _________________________________________________________________   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast Partner and Board Member Rumi Morales speaks to Miko Matsumura, a founder-turned investor about the cultural differences between founders and investors. Tune in for a friendly lighthearted conversation about the investor landscape and how to best pitch VC's as a founder. __________________________________________________________ Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, Partner and Board Member Rumi Morales sits down with Mike Katz, Partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips for a deep dive into the world of policy and regulation.   If you're interested in any of the following topics, this episode is for you! - The evolution of US policy and regulation on Web3 - The upcoming US presidential election, and where crypto stands amid recent political developments - The promise of keeping crypto a bipartisan issue - The current Web3 investor landscape _______________________________________________________________ Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, we bring you a fascinating conversation with our Bitcoin ecosystem. Our Bitcoin Accelerator Lead Francesca Conti sits down with mentors and founders including: - Charlie Varley of Bloom - JJ Thompson of dwallet - Maxime Bucaille, and - Felipe Servin of Sati   They'll be talking about: - Our upcoming accelerator program, - The impact of macroeconomic trends on the Bitcoin space - The road to mass-adoption. - The great innovations that our founders and mentors are developing. Tune in!

In this episode of The Metaverse Podcast, our Chairman and Founder Jamie Burke speaks with Domenic Carosa, a serial entrepreneur and, most recently, the founder of Hivello.   Listen to learn more about:   - Domenic's background as a serial entrepreneur and his journey into Web3 - The rapidly-growing DePIN investor landscape - Domenic's vision for DePIN 2.0 and what that looks like.   Tune in to learn more!   - 

Our host Rumi Morales is joined by Beniamin Mincu, a leading web3 entrepreneur and the Founding CEO of MultiversX. A longtime Web3 pioneer, Beniamin is passionate about building scalable L1 solutions, focusing on areas of cross-chain security & interoperability, asset tokenization, and sovereign chains.   Tune in to learn about:   - Beniamin's background and entry into the blockchain space - His journey with MultiverseX and his quest to solve the problem of scalability - The need for blockchain security - Emerging builder trends in Web3 ...and much much more

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our co-host Rumi Morales is joined by Ali Husain of Navigate:   Navigate is an Outlier Ventures portfolio company building the world's largest decentralized intelligence platform. In the episode they discuss: - AI and drone technology and their practical applications - Decentralized intelligence platforms and the role of blockchain in them - Building a gamified Web3 platform for data monetization. - Navigate's broader mission to empower consumers to become data contributors.   If you're interested in any of those topics, tune in!

In this special edition of the Metaverse Podcast, our Head of Investments and Cryptoeconomics, Dimi Chatzianagnostou, goes through an in-depth recap of our pilot Tokenomics Bootcamp, with: Justin Woodward, Founder of The MIX (Media Indie Exchange) Franco De Cesare, CMO and Head of Publishing at TheLostGlitches Tobias Batton, Co-Founder & CEO at Ex Populus Achim Struve, Token Engineer at Outlier Ventures   In this episode, you'll hear more about: Web3 gaming challenges and solutions from industry veterans Current state of web2 gaming  Opportunities and risks in blockchain gaming technology Merging web2 and web3 gaming experiences seamlessly Tokenomics and sustainable game economies in web3 Importance of community and content creators in gaming Interoperability and trading potential in blockchain games Tokenomics bootcamp program for game developers   If you prefer watching the podcast in a video version, subscribe to our Youtube channel.   ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

Join us for an exciting new chapter of the Metaverse Podcast as we introduce our new co-host, Rumi Morales.   In this episode, Jamie Burke sits down with Rumi to discuss her impressive background in finance, venture capital, and blockchain technology. Get to know the newest voice on our show and discover the wealth of experience she brings to the table.   Find out more about:  Rumi's journey from traditional finance to blockchain and crypto Outlier's convergence thesis and its relevance today Rumi's involvement with Outlier Ventures and her role as a Designated Member The evolution of Outlier's investment strategy and accelerator program Rumi's perspective on institutional involvement in Web3 The importance of policy and regulation in the crypto space Reflections on the past decade of blockchain and crypto development Future plans for the Metaverse Podcast and Rumi's vision for upcoming episodes   If you prefer watching the podcast in a video version, subscribe to our Youtube channel. ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our co-host Rumi Morales is joined by:   > Marc Baumann, Founder at FiftyOne Ventures > Maja Vujinovic, Managing Director at OGroup   The conversation delves into why some major brands are retreating from Web3 while others are doubling down, examining the challenges and opportunities in this space. You'll learn all about: Web3 adoption by brands Reasons why some brands have stayed committed Challenges faced by early adopters Technology convergence in Web3 Blockchain, AI, and machine learning Gaming and immersive experiences Tokenization and digital collectibles Consumer engagement strategies Loyalty programs in Web3 Community building and self-organizing groups Meme coins and their potential for brands Opportunities in Africa, Asia, and Latin America User experience and education Improving UI/UX for non-blockchain users Educating corporate executives on Web3 potential Shifting focus from technology to customer value Leveraging blockchain and AI for customer insights Balancing data usage with consumer benefits Future of targeted marketing in Web3   ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our co-host Rumi Morales is joined by Tommie van der Bosch, Partner Web3 & Digital Risk Solutions at Deloitte.   Tommie is spearheading the Web3 division at Deloitte NL, with the mission to drive innovation forward, both for their clients and for their organization.   If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in! Institutional innovation and entrepreneurship Evolution of Deloitte's approach and focus areas Challenges with enterprise blockchain adoption Regulatory push for sustainability and transparency Blockchain enabling trust at scale NGO accepting crypto donations case study Integrating crypto into financial systems Exploring decentralized ecosystems Bridging builders and adopters Responsible innovation and risk in the metaverse Ethical considerations in the metaverse Having an informed opinion Continuous exploration approach If you're a founder, our Call for Builders is out! Learn more here. ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode, our host Jamie Burke welcomes back Nils Pihl, founder and CEO of Auki Labs, to discuss the groundbreaking developments in spatial computing and decentralized machine perception networks. They delve into the advancements in the Posemesh protocol and its implications for the future of AI, AR, and the Internet of Things (IoT).   Tune in to explore the convergence of technologies and the potential of a decentralized web.   If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in! The evolution of AR and shared augmented reality Decentralized machine perception networks and their applications Real-world use cases: retail industry and spatial AI Using customers' phones for spatial data The future of decentralized machine perception networks in smart cities and IoT Web3 infrastructure for agent economic work Predicting post-web era for internet protocols (The concept of Web4) Predictions for the next decade of internet protocols Spatial computing and internet-native money DePIN potential to impact civilization If you're a founder, our Call for Builders is out! Learn more here. ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our host Jamie Burke engages in a deep discussion with Max Borders, author of The Social Singularity: A Decentralist Manifesto and Founder of Social Evolution.   If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in! Decentralization, subversive innovation, underthrowing power Pluralism in governance experiments, local systems Unifying network state through consent, shared values Decentralized cooperation through 1000 protocol experiments Concerns over political capture of cryptocurrency Potential global debt collapse, need for resilience Web3 and AI intersection, challenges of monolithic systems Decentralizing internet through proximity networks, open source If you're a founder, our Call for Builders is out! Learn more here. ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our host Jamie Burke welcomes Marcello Mari, Founder & CEO at SingularityDAO, and part of the founding team at SingularityNET.   This conversation is a deep dive into decentralized AI.   If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in! Decentralized AI and its potential impact AI, AGI (Artificial General Intelligence), and ASI (Artificial Super-Intelligence) AI development, infrastructure, and tokenization Autonomous Economic Agents (AEAs) Decentralized AI in the Middle East, potential for growth and challenges Outlier Ventures' Riyadh Base Camp If you're a founder, apply to one of our active Base Camp accelerator programs. #AI #AGI #ASI ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!

In this episode of the Metaverse Podcast, our host Jamie Burke welcomes Samuel Huber, Founder & CEO at Matera Protocol and Landvault.   With over a decade of experience building virtual worlds and digital experiences, Samuel has built pioneering companies in the metaverse space based in Dubai.    If you're interested in any of these topics, tune in! Mobile gaming challenges: inefficient advertising monetization Pivoting company strategy to align with metaverse opportunities Building digital twins for GCC infrastructure project Leveraging AI for faster 3D content creation Potential for IP monetization in virtual contexts   Rewarding creators on social networks If you're a founder building the Open Metaverse, apply to one of our active Base Camp accelerator programs. #metaverse #generativeAI ------   Whether you’re a founder, investor, developer, or just have an interest in the future of the Open Metaverse, we invite you to hear from the people supporting its growth. Outlier Ventures is the Open Metaverse accelerator, helping over 100 Web3 startups a year. You can apply for startup funding here - https://ov.click/pddsbcq122 Questions? Join our community: Twitter - https://ov.click/pddssotwq122 LinkedIn - https://ov.click/pddssoliq122 Watch the video version of this episode on Youtube. For further Open Metaverse content: Listen to The Metaverse Podcast - https://ov.click/pddsmcq122 Check out our portfolio - https://ov.click/pddspfq122 Thanks for listening!