Buckle up on a journey through the world of Web3 and community-driven innovation with Harsh Rajat, Co-founder of Push Protocol, in our latest podcast episode.

This discussion explores the significance of community, building in public, overcoming communication challenges, and more.

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This week we are joined by Aman Bandvi, Co-founder of India Blockchain Alliance, who shares his journey in driving emerging tech adoption in India.

"If you're working on a real-world challenge, purpose-driven challenge, you will find investors, collaborators, experts, mentors, rallying off to you."

Aman explores the impact of technology and innovation in solving real-world challenges and driving social change. He emphasizes the importance of purpose-driven innovation and leveraging emerging technologies for good.

From his first-hand insights into leveraging blockchain for supply chain transparency to the need for upskilling youth in cutting-edge technologies, this free-wheeling discussion peeks into the future of innovation in India.

"India Blockchain Alliance is always looking for interns and offers opportunities for mentoring and collaboration on projects."

Join us as we explore:

* 03:33 Aman’s Journey in Motivation for Driving Emerging Tech Adoption

* 09:02 The Seal of Trust Framework

* 15:12 The Importance of Hands-On Learning

* 25:23 Opportunities with India Blockchain Alliance

* 27:21 Engaging Industry Leaders in Emerging Tech

* 36:04 Driving Social Change through Technology and Innovation

* 38:43 The Power of Purpose-Driven Innovation

* 41:14 The Center of Excellence and the Impact Lab: Solving Local Challenges

* 44:48 Engaging People through Gamification

* 51:06 Brands and the Need for Impact and Purpose

* 57:11 Rallying People towards a Common Purpose

Tune in now for a thought-provoking conversation on the potential of emerging tech to drive transparency, skills development, and problem-solving in India.

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Roots Fellowship is a fellowship and grant program that supports entrepreneurs and brilliant young minds with emerging tech ideas for meaningfully improving society.

To be eligible for a Roots grant, all applicants must be between 13 and 25 years of age. If you have any questions about Roots Fellowship or the application, please contact us at akhandelwal1@babson.edu.

In this podcast episode, Akshat interviews Vikram, the founder of Antier Solutions. Vikram shares insights into strategic partnerships and the vision of his brand, emphasizing their expertise in blockchain and their goal to make a holistic impact.

He discusses the current state of Web3 activations in events and envisions India as a leader in the global Web3 ecosystem. Finally, he provides advice for brands, government officials, and consumers, emphasizing the importance of awareness, embracing new technologies, and creating content in the Web3 space.

Hot takes from Vikram

* Advice for brands: Embrace change and be prepared for the future generation of buyers.

* Advice for government officials: Embrace new technologies and support innovation in the Web3 space.

* Advice for consumers: Be aware of your rights and the potential of Web3 technologies, and create content in the Web3 space.

Show Highlights:

* India has the potential to become a leader in the Web3 space, with a growing number of startups and entrepreneurs making an impact globally.

* The challenges in Web3 can be overcome by having a long-term vision, focusing on horizontal growth, and continuously learning and adapting to new technologies. Tier 2 cities in India have a limited perspective and lag behind tier 1 cities and international startups in terms of Web3 advancements.

* Brands need to embrace change and adapt to the preferences of the future generation to sustain their products and brand relevance.

* Strategic partnerships and expertise in blockchain can help brands make a holistic impact and become leaders in the Web3 space.

* Web3 activations in events are becoming more prevalent, connecting the physical and digital worlds through immersive experiences.

Keep rolling.

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In this podcast episode, Akshat interviews Vikram, the founder of Antier Solutions, about his journey in the Web3 space and his vision for the future of blockchain in India. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in Web3, the potential of blockchain technology to address corruption and improve governance, and the importance of talent development in the industry.

Vikram shares his insights on making Mohali the blockchain capital of India and the role of education in driving adoption.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Web3 and the Podcast

03:34 Vikram's Journey and Background

10:40 Transition to Web3 and Antier Solutions

15:19 Understanding Web3 and Its Potential

20:59 Challenges and Opportunities in Web3

28:44 Making Mohali the Blockchain Capital of India

This is just the start. Stay tuned for part 2 of the episode where we discuss web3 activations at the grassroots level. Vikram also shares advice for government, brands, and Gen Z to embrace the power of web3, and how!

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In this episode, Shaun shared her experience in the Web 3 space and the challenges they faced in navigating it. They emphasized the importance of true digital ownership through NFTs in blockchain games, and their plans to develop their own game.

Shanu also discussed the transition from a successful career in a gaming studio to entrepreneurship, their recent success with an NFT collection, and the importance of community growth and environmental impact.

The discussion also covered topics like data privacy, the transition from web2 to web3, and the challenges of onboarding users to web3. Key show highlights:08:33: Web3 Games and Digital Ownership

15:16: Decentralizing With Web 3: A New Era of Transparency

19:40: Centralization vs. Decentralization in Web3

33:19: Solving a Complex Challenge: Onboarding Users From Web2 to Web3

44:12: Shanu's Journey From Gaming Studio to Entrepreneurship

48:43: Shanu's NFT Success: Sustainability and Efficiency

58:21: Startup Cycle and Hackathon Benefits

1:11:29: Shanu's Tech Journey and Productivity Tips

Please enjoy and share your feedback below. Keep rolling.

The camaraderie and the thought partnership between Aditi & Priyanka was a delight to watch. Authentic and  Insightful that you want to listen more.

In this episode, Aditi, and Priyanka discussed the potential and challenges of implementing Web 3.0 technology in India, emphasizing its potential to empower individuals and disrupt traditional power structures. Priyanka shared her experiences with implementing blockchain technology in Telangana and plans for a skill tokens system. Aditi explained the core principles of Web 3.0 and the concept of zk-proofs, while Akshat highlighted the need for more women's involvement in Web 3. We also discussed the potential of Web 3 to strengthen the participatory economy and improve farmers' livelihoods. Despite acknowledging the challenges, we remain optimistic about the technology's potential.Highlights from the episode:

* 00:00: Empowering India with Web3. A conversation on blockchain adoption

* 09:06: Aditi’s journey into web3 community building

* 18:42: web3 — power to the people

* 23:30: Preventing Fraud and Building Capabilities in Ecosystem

* 34:50: Web 3: Empowering Participatory Economy With Auction Tokens

* 44:26: Web 3 Tech for Farmers' Upliftment

* 50:05: Trust, Intermediaries, and Technology in Agriculture

* 54:18: Web 3 Needs More Women Leaders

Find the guests at:

* Priyanka Kamath: @Nakzense

* Aditi Chopra: @aditichoprax

* Akshat Khandelwal: @akshatrk

In this episode, we take the road behind the scenes. Vivek Madani graciously walks through his journey and the highs & lows of successfully launching one of India’s biggest brand ventures in web3.

It is also a classic entrepreneurial story of moving fast, keeping customers at the center of your mission, and creating something that adds meaningful value for both the brand partners and Flipkart’s loyal customer group. Highlights:

* The Firedrops Story: Making a case for web3 at Flipkart

* Building the team: fighting timelines, and learning fast from mistakes

* Creating a collaborative environment that adds value for all stakeholders: customers, brand partners, and Flipkart’s grand vision

* Vivek’s web3 vision: how a mature web3 ecosystem will empower consumers to to derive more value from their brand loyalty