Episode Details

In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, join host Jonathan DeYoung in a captivating discussion with Animoca Brands’ co-founder, Yat Siu, as they explore how gaming is poised to drive mass adoption of blockchain technology. Siu shares insights on gaming’s social nature, the key to its power, and why gaming will lead the charge in mainstream adoption. Additionally, Siu shares valuable perspectives on the metaverse, emphasizing digital property ownership and community building.

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Guest on X: @ysiu @animocabrands

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Timestamps:
(00:00) - Introduction to the episode

(01:43) - The importance of conferences for networking, learning and evangelizing Web3

(05:19) - The current semi-bull market and anticipated timeline for mass adoption

(10:44) - The influence of political change and market dynamics on the future of Web3

(12:16) - Gaming’s influence on culture, digital ownership and virtual economies

(16:55) - Yat Siu’s views on memecoins

(18:46) - The perception that the metaverse is dead, the concept of an open metaverse

(24:17) - NFTs in different cultures, capitalism, and the response to NFTs in gaming communities

(31:11) - Emerging trends and developments in Web3

(36:32) - The importance of financial literacy and education in Web3

(39:09) - Criteria for investing in Web3 projects

(42:12) - Yat Siu on managing a multitude of ventures

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