Tech Snippets Today with Joseph Raczynski
Welcome to Tech Snippets Today, where the future of tech is served in bite-sized brilliance! I’m Joseph Raczynski, and every episode we’re cutting through the noise to explore how technology shapes our world and future trends—from AI in your hand to the policies in the halls of power. We dive deep, blending the philosophical with the practical, chatting with visionary minds like Garry Kasparov, Frank McCourt, and the leaders driving innovation across the globe. Ready to get smarter about the future? Let’s get started!
Episodes
21 episodes
Web3 pumbing - it isn't pretty, but Carlos Feliciano of Hatchfi has ideas
One of the challenges with digital assets these days is building out the plumbing. In other words, creating the infrastructure which allows for everyone to take advantage of these new systems. It is a lot of work to do behind the sc...
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Episode 21
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22:18
Decentralized AI and the Future of Applications with David Taylor Next Earth AI Labs
This was an amazing conversation about the intermix between AI, decentralization, and the future of AI powered applications. I spoke with David Taylor, Co-Founder & CPO at Next Earth, who just launched Next Earth AI Labs. We meander ...
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Episode 22
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26:57
Stablecoins, Regulation, and the Road Ahead: A Conversation with Circle's Dante Disparte
Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer at Circle—a cornerstone in the world of stablecoins and global payments innovation. With a name like Dante, it’s fitting that he’s helping guide the crypto indu...
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Episode 15
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23:49
Global payments, easy, fast, secure -Jack Jia of Gatefi
Very interesting conversation with Jack Jia, Head of Gatefi (Crypto) at Unlimint. They specialize in global payment systems and you can gather that they are very interested in how crypto can do this efficiently and legally around the worl...
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Episode 25
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18:29
How are small business working post pandemic? Brett Sussman, American Express
How are small and medium sized businesses fairing post pandemic? What are entrepreneurs’ most significant challenges, and what will the economy look like over the next year? Those are some fascinating and weighty topics! All o...
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Episode 20
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21:50
Web3 and the entertainment industry - a legal take with Geoff Lee at Ramo Law PC
What do Ryan Reynolds and and new blockchain version of the Bachelorette have in common? Well, my guest today discusses both as it relates to blockchain tech. Back to my roots, I spoke with Geoff Lee, an attorney at Ramo Law PC <...
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Episode 23
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20:25
AI and logistics - that last mile is a bear! Anar Mammadov of Senpex
This was a very interesting conversation about the future of logistics, that cumbersome “last mile” of getting you what you want quickly and efficiently. In this wide-ranging conversation with Anar Mammadov, Technical Co-Founder at Senpex...
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Episode 19
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26:17
Can you still spot a DeepFake? Michael Jung Prepares Us - DeepBrain AI
In today’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into the tangled web of generative AI, deepfakes, and their potential to upend what we know as real. With the stakes higher than ever, we’re joined by Michael, a leading voice in the fight against AI-g...
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Episode 29
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22:16
Ready for the Future of AI and Politics? Gary F. Bengier, Writer, Philosopher & Technologist
Gary is a famous Silicon Valley Technologist (he's the former eBay CFO!) and Philosopher with a fascinating & well informed view on the future of AI & Politics. Today we will hear his pearls of wisdom as he shares insights a...
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Episode 28
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30:13
McKinsey & Company Says... Big Changes - Prepare for the Future of Work - Dana Maor, Senior Partner
Today we focus on AI and jobs, especially with the Journey of Leadership. A new McKinsey survey cites that nearly all employees (91%) report using generative AI in their work and the vast majority are enthusiastic about it. This is a significan...
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Episode 14
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27:02
Greater Diversity in the Blockchain Ecosystem - thoughts from Marieke Flament
Have you wondered about one of the most up and coming blockchain ecosystems in the world? Well, here is your opportunity to understand NEAR, one of the strongest contenders in the market. We discuss decentralization, securit...
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10:41
Binance Protecting Your Funds with Gwen Regina
Amazing conversation with Gwen Regina, Investment Director, BNB Chain, Binance. We dive into Gwen's perspective on BNB Chain and BNB Chain’s Red Alarm feature, implemented to protect investors from potential rug pulls and scams, flags pro...
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Episode 6
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22:06
Blockchain Based Email? How and Why with Tim Boeckmann
Think about all of Web3 in one inbox. You can now send email directly between wallets. A fascinating business looking to leverage decentralized ownership and use of email via a blockchain in a secure and protected fashion. Lea...
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Episode 11
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16:28
The Sounds and Sights of an Enterprise Metaverse with Andrew Hawken
This is the sights and sounds of a tour of the Metaverse with the CEO of Mesmerise. An enterprise grade space that allows for large conferences, and more intimate spaces to meet and interact in the Metaverse.Video Podcast: ...
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Episode 12
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33:44
What Future Blockchain Looks Like with Sandeep Nailwal of Polygon
Away from the din of 18,000 people at the Consensus conference, Sandeep Nailwal, CEO of Polygon and I caught up. This covers all things Layer 2 and the Merge coming from the Ethereum upgrade.Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/...
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Episode 7
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29:21
Bug Bounties & Big Bucks: How Immunefi is Securing the Future of the Internet
At a windy NEARCON conference we discuss the important stuff when it comes to security and blockchains. One of the most important areas in the blockchain space is around testing smart contracts. Since everything is reliant on code, ...
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Episode 4
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16:10
What is Privacy on the Blockchain? Zcash and Josh Swihart have ideas.
At the Austin Convention Center at the Consensus conference, Josh Swihart, SVP of Marketing at Zcash, and I caught up. This covers off on the original privacy token built in the spirit of Bitcoin but with ZKP properties for privacy and se...
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Episode 9
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25:27
Is Gaming Going All In on Web3? Robby Yung Talks Shop
I met with Robby Yung CEO of Animoca Brands. This is one of the largest and most progressive Web3 companies around. They have a huge number of investments and projects they are involved with. We get into a host of different to...
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Episode 3
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25:53
Stunning, Open, Creative Metaverse platforms - with Justin Melillo of Mona
Mona is one of the leading open Metaverse platforms. Today I sat down with Justin Melillo, CEO of Mona. Their focus is on creativity and design and decentralization. We get a bit technical, but it was fantastic to see the gran...
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Episode 5
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24:37
Checkmate on Privacy: Garry Kasparov on Security & Blockchain
In the speaker's green room at the Consensus conference, Garry Kasparov, Chess Grandmaster, and I caught up. This covers all things cryptocurrency and his belief in the importance of the technology to create more freedom for people across...
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Episode 2
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9:55
Is Social Media Doomed? Billionaire Frank McCourt's Bold Solution
My conversation with Frank McCourt, Founder at Project Liberty, about the state of the world surrounding social media and why decentralization could be the answer. Project Liberty aims to create a new civic architecture for the digital ...
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Episode 1
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