yWeb3: Navigating Frontier Tech | BlackRock Spot BTC #ETF | MasterCard’s Web3 Collabs

In this episode of yWeb3 Navigating Frontier Tech, our host Jay Steinback, yWhales CEO & Founder, engages in a thrilling conversation with Adam Jones, CEO & Founder of Token Events, and Josh Cowell, Head of Product at XGo. They delve into significant developments in the Web3 and emerging tech space. Topics include BlackRock's recent ETF filing, securing a CUSIP number for easy tracking and the potential "seeding" of the ETF, indicating a promising outlook for a spot Bitcoin ETF. Additionally, they explore the U.S. Court of Appeals' mandate allowing the SEC to review Grayscale Investments' spot Bitcoin ETF application, while highlighting the ongoing struggle with the SEC. Another aspect covered is BlockFi's recent emergence from bankruptcy, outlining the recovery process and customer access. Lastly, they delve into Mastercard's collaborations with self-custody wallet firms like MetaMask and Ledger, along with a partnership with MoonPay for Web3 integration and enhanced consumer engagement. Stay tuned for this insightful discussion on the evolving world of Web3 and emerging technologies.



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XGo’s Twitter: @XGo_official

About Guests
Adam Jones, a tech leader with extensive experience in Web3, digital transformation, and management consulting. He's the CEO of Token Fan Commerce and previously held senior tech roles at R/GA and Crispin Porter + Bogusky. With 21+ years in global roles for brands like Domino’s and JP Morgan Chase, he combines expertise with a BS in Computer Science and MIS from Southern Illinois University.

Timestamps
2:42 Jay’s intro
3:41 Guests intro
8:58 The state of crypto: The cycles and what they mean for entrepreneurs
17:25 BlackRock Spot Bitcoin ETF Gets Ticker; Crypto Funds Jump
10:50 US court issues mandate for Grayscale ruling, paving way for SEC to review spot Bitcoin ETF
14:03 BlockFi Emerges from Bankruptcy
21:00 The conference landscape
29:00 Mastercard Plans Web3 Collaborations With Self-Custody Wallet Firms &
Mastercard Teams Up With MoonPay for Web3 Push
36:40 Closing thoughts
39:40 How to get in touch

DISCLAIMER: yWhales is not affiliated with YPO. Support and production for today’s episode was done by Truth Work Media. Nothing in the podcast constitutes professional and/or financial advice, nor does any information on the podcast constitute a comprehensive or complete statement of the matters discussed or the law relating thereto.

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