Overnight Success

The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the exclusivity economy, digital assets, blockchain, stable coins, AI, and the regulatory framework in the European Union. Ondřej discusses his background, experience in the European Parliament, and his current role as a senior advisor on European affairs. He emphasizes the need for a more pro-innovation approach in policy-making and the importance of bridging the gap between public authorities and digital technologies.TakeawaysExclusivity economyDigital assetsRegulatory frameworkBlockchain and stable coinsAI and digital commercePro-innovation policy-makingChapters00:00 Introduction to the WABE Summit01:11 Ondřej's Background and Experience02:11 The Aha Moment with Blockchain03:09 Blockchain and Financial Assets05:49 MiCA and Digital Finance07:18 Regulatory Framework and Iterations10:36 Balancing Innovation and Policy11:09 AI and Digital Commerce31:04 Supervisory and Regulatory Technology

This conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the convergence of AI with blockchain, the importance of community in the crypto space, Soledad's journey into crypto, the role of CoinDesk and Consensus, the impact of virtual and in-person events, the trends in the crypto and blockchain industry, and the significance of AI. The conversation also delves into the challenges and opportunities in the industry, the role of conferences, and the need for entrepreneurs to own their own AI.TakeawaysCommunity is crucial in the crypto spaceReal-life events remain important despite digital productsThe intersection of blockchain and AI is a hot topicRegulatory frameworks and traditional institutions are impacting the industryEntrepreneurs need to own their own AIChapters00:00 The Convergence of AI with Blockchain02:11 Soledad's Journey into Crypto03:09 The Role of CoinDesk and Consensus05:41 The Impact of Virtual and In-Person Events08:25 Trends in the Crypto and Blockchain Industry11:25 Challenges and Opportunities in the Industry21:05 Entrepreneurs Owning Their Own AI25:25 The Role of Conferences

Episode SummaryToday, I sit down with Gabby Dizon, co-founder of Yield Guild Games (YGG).We talk about Gabby’s journey from building the first games in the Philippines to pioneering the concept of play-to-earn and Web3 gaming. Gabby shares the early days of Web3 gaming, how AI and decentralized work models are converging, and why starting with community-first was essential for YGG’s growth.We also discuss the challenges of building a web3 company during crypto cycles, crypto Twitter, and the future of online on-chain work opportunities in emerging economies.If you're interested in the intersection of gaming, blockchain, and the future of work, this episode is a must-listen.About Our GuestGabby Dizon is the co-founder of Yield Guild Games (YGG), the world's largest Web3 gaming guild. A pioneer of play-to-earn gaming, Gabby is passionate about the intersection of community, gaming, and blockchain. He is also an active investor in the decentralized gaming ecosystem and a strong advocate for creating online and on-chain earning opportunities for communities across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and beyond.Resources & Links MentionedGabby Dizon's Twitter [https://x.com/gabusch]Yield Guild Games [https://yieldguild.io/]Axie Infinity [https://axieinfinity.com/] CryptoKitties [https://www.cryptokitties.co/]

In this episode of Overnight Success, I sit down with Kobie Fuller, General Partner at Upfront Ventures—the most iconic VC firm in Los Angeles and a cornerstone of the city’s startup ecosystem.We explore why AI is entering its most explosive chapter yet, how the knowledge layer is becoming the next frontier for enterprise software, and why “just a wrapper” might be the biggest unlock in this new wave of applications. Kobie shares what it's like investing from the frontlines—alongside teenage founders rewriting reality—and reflects on his early experience scaling a fashion brand with data-fueled influencer marketing before it had a name.If you’ve ever wondered:• How AI agents are reshaping venture capital• Why the real disruption is happening above the LLMs• Whether AI will eliminate jobs—or make us superhuman• What makes LA’s venture scene unlike anywhere else• How Upfront turned Coachella parties into a growth engine• Why VCs are racing to keep up with 18-year-old Stanford dropoutsThis one’s live from Las Vegas—and it’s a glimpse into the future.About Our GuestKobie Fuller is a General Partner at Upfront Ventures, the most established VC firm in Los Angeles. With a background as an entrepreneur, operator, and investor, Kobie has backed companies like The Wave, Bevy, Cordial, and Oculus. Before joining Upfront, he was Chief Marketing Officer at REVOLVE, where he pioneered data-driven influencer marketing. He also spent time at Accel and Insight Partners, investing in breakout companies like ExactTarget (acquired by Salesforce). Kobie is a thought leader on the intersection of culture, data, and emerging tech—and a driving force in shaping LA’s startup ecosystem.LinkedIn:   / kobiefuller  

In this episode of Overnight Success, I sit down with Savannah Kunovsky – Partner @ IDEO, where she leads innovation at the intersection of emotional intelligence, speculative design, and emerging technologies.We unpack how IDEO helps some of the world’s biggest companies design AI products rooted in human connection, why Gen Z is rejecting hyper-optimization in favor of messier, more meaningful experiences, and how sci-fi and art can shape enterprise strategy. Savannah shares her perspective on designing for futures that haven’t happened yet—and why emotional resonance may be the killer feature of next-gen tech.If you’ve ever wondered:• How emotional intelligence can be built into AI and tech products• Why Gen Z prefers “bad vacations” over perfect ones—and what that means for product design• What speculative design is (and why major companies are using sci-fi to plan their strategy)• Why most enterprises still don’t talk to their customers—and how that’s holding them back• How IDEO builds for futures that don’t exist yetThis one is not to be missed.About Our GuestSavannah Kunovsky is a Partner at IDEO and the Co-Lead of IDEO’s AI & Systems Futures Lab. With a background in physics and design, Savannah works at the intersection of emerging technologies, ethics, and experience design. She advises global organizations on how to integrate AI and complex systems thinking into their product strategies—often by applying speculative design, futures thinking, and human-centered research. Her work spans edtech, healthcare, quantum computing, and beyond.LinkedIn:   / savannahkunovsky