
Casper Podcast
By Casper Association

Casper PodcastMay 25, 2023

Michael Steuer | CTO of MAKE: The Convergence of Blockchain, NFTs, and Gaming
Are you curious about the ever-evolving world of blockchain technology and decentralized applications? Then you simply can't miss the latest episode of the Casper Podcast. Hosts Joe Benso, and Matt Schaffnit, are joined by none other than Michael Steuer, a trailblazer in the world of Web3 and the CTO and Co-Founder of MAKE, the company behind the innovative Casper Wallet and CSPR.Market
In this fascinating conversation, Michael delves into his vast experience in digital content, entertainment, and gaming, shedding light on the technological revolution and his personal trajectory toward blockchain. Hear the story of a true pioneer in technology, who once revolutionized the customer interaction model for giants like McDonald's and Time Warner, is now helping drive a multi-trillion dollar app economy, from his roots in Amsterdam to his current role in Santa Monica.
Step back in time to 2012, when Michael embarked on his blockchain journey as the CTO of a mobile gaming company. Learn about his transition into the world of crypto.
Listen as Michael elaborates on the significance of open-source development and governance in blockchain projects, and Casper's unyielding commitment to a community-led approach. Learn about the exciting new features of the Casper Wallet, shaped by feedback from the community and built to include native NFT functionality, mobile client development, and ledger integration.
As a key figure in the Casper ecosystem, Michael highlights the immense potential of NFTs, especially in the gaming industry. He offers intriguing insights into how blockchain could create unprecedented opportunities in gaming and predicts a future where NFTs carry tangible real-world value.
The episode concludes with Michael sharing his optimistic vision on the widespread adoption of blockchain and Web 3.0 technologies, stressing the necessity for intuitive and user-friendly interfaces to outshine existing technology. Stay tuned for some thrilling updates about their foray into the NFT space and their upcoming marketplace.
Whether you're an avid tech enthusiast or someone curious about blockchain and its potential, this episode of the Casper Podcast is an absolute must-listen. Tune in for an illuminating discussion about the past, present, and future of blockchain technology, its crossroads with gaming, NFTs, and enterprise solutions. Don't just stay informed – be part of the conversation.
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Consensus 2023 Recap | Casper Labs CTO Medha Parlikar
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Casper podcast, where we bring you exclusive insights from Consensus 2023, the world's largest and longest-running gathering of crypto and blockchain professionals. Join hosts Joe Benso and Matt Shaffnit from the Casper Association as they recap their enlightening experience in Austin, Texas, focusing on the groundbreaking ideas shared by Casper Labs CTO Medha Parlikar from the stage. You won't want to miss the expert perspective on the future of enterprise blockchain, on-chain programmatic royalties, and the critical need for regulatory clarity.
Dive into the captivating world of emerging technologies as Medha Parlikar addresses the integration of artificial intelligence with the crypto economy, the challenges of enterprise adoption, and the role of blockchain in the ever-expanding Internet of Things. This episode offers a unique opportunity to explore the cutting-edge developments that will shape the decentralized web and drive the next wave of innovation. Listen in as we uncover the highlights from the stage at Consensus 2023 with Medha and delve into the exciting future of enterprise blockchain.
SHOW LINKS:
Casper: https://casper.network
Consensus: Consensus 2024
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NFT NYC Recap | Trailblazers of the Tokenized World
In this 5th episode of the Casper podcast, join us as we dive into the heart of the NFT NYC conference in the bustling city of New York. We're taking you behind the scenes to meet some of the most innovative project builders and visionaries in the Web3 space.
We have exclusive interviews with those at the heart of some of the most promising projects, offering invaluable insights into the potential of NFTs and how they're transforming industries like art, gaming, and music.
Whether you're an NFT aficionado or just curious about the hype, this episode is packed with knowledge, inspiration, and a sneak peek into the future of the decentralized web.
SHOW LINKS:
Casper: https://casper.network
Veritec: https://www.veritic.com/
XP Network: https://xp.network/
Burrito Wallet: https://www.burritowallet.com/en
Dyl - Music NFT artist: https://www.itslit.org/mint
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Ralf Kubli | The Cost of Trust and the Significance of Blockchain
Ralf Kubli from the Casper Association explains the value of trust and how blockchain can solve some of the hardest problems within finance and economic infrastructure globally, using blockchain technology for observability and verifiability.
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Karol Marter | Blockchain Potential Beyond Crypto
Blockchain developer Karol Marter shares his insights on the potential of blockchain and the utility he envisioned years before enterprise industries were exploring the benefits of digital assets. Follow Karol on LinkedIn here
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Niamh O'Connell | Sr. Business Development at Casper Labs
Niamh (pronounced Neeve) reveals the spark that started her blockchain journey back in 2015. From helping launch innovative early NFT projects to envisioning blockchain solutions for Fortune 100 companies. She shares her approach to helping enterprises innovate with blockchain and NFTs - *hint (it all starts with a problem). To learn more about Casper, visit https://casper.network, and if you're interested in building enterprise-grade and upgradable dApps on Casper for your business, visit Casper Labs.

Dylan Ireland | Developer Advocate Insights From Casper Association
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