Ethereum OG on The Code Is Law Movie, The DAO and Indexed Finance Heists, and Crypto Culture
How much do you know about the biggest crypto heists that changed the industry forever? How did an 18-year-old hacker steal millions, and who were the people who protected the funds? The “Code Is Law” movie brings to light what was hidden for years!This episode with Daniel Luca, Tech Partner at Eden Block VC and film contributor, gives a raw look at the biggest crypto heists in history and the hackers who claim they broke no laws.Daniel shares his journey from early Ethereum developer to security auditor, reveals behind-the-scenes stories from The DAO and Indexed Finance hacks, and explores how smart contracts redefine justice, ethics, and accountability in the digital age.Highlights:Behind the making of Code Is Law and its premiere in CannesHow did James Craig, the film director, convince Ethereum OGs to share their stories?When does code become law?What web3 founders must learn from past hacksThe future of decentralized AI and the ethics of permissionless innovationThis is a deep conversation about code as governance, decentralization as a philosophy, and why security is the invisible art form of web3.Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives!❤️🔥 Guest: Daniel Luca, Tech Partner at Eden Block VCX: https://x.com/cleanunicornCode Is Law on X: https://x.com/CodeIsLawFilm🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
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Starknet Head of Ecosystem on Web3 Startups, Bitcoin DeFi, and Devconnect 2025 in Argentina
In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria sits down with Henri Lieutaud, Head of Ecosystem at the Starknet Foundation, for a deep dive into how Starknet is building the backbone of the next onchain economy.From the bold vision behind BTCFi — a trustless Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem — to the creation of initiatives like Founders/Devs Basecamp and Starktagon, Henri shares how Starknet empowers developers and founders to build products and businesses, not just smart contracts.You’ll learn: 🔸 Henri’s journey from DevRel to leading the Starknet ecosystem 🔸 The key challenges facing Web3 startups 🔸 Why UX continues to hold crypto back 🔸 What to expect from Devconnect 2025 in ArgentinaA must-listen for founders, marketers, DevRels, and anyone curious about building onchain businesses.Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives!❤️🔥 Guest: Henri Lieutaud, Head of Ecosystem at Starknet FoundationX: https://x.com/henrlihenrli Starknet Foundation: https://x.com/starknetfndn🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
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DeFi Product Manager’s Playbook: Crucial Metrics, UX, and Community Growth
What's the hardest part of building crypto products and how to develop a product combining organic growth and paid incentives? Daria welcomes Vadym Nesterenko — a DeFi researcher, product manager, startup investor, and a great person she has known since 2018, back when web3 was simply called crypto.In this episode, we discuss product management playbook for DeFi, the cold-start problem in startups, and the benefits of building for long-term value vs chasing hype.You’ll learn:🔸 The hardest part of building crypto products🔸 Product metrics in DeFi🔸 Organic growth vs. Heavy incentives🔸 The best way to get started an onchain product🔸 Why product managers less visible in publicEnjoy this episode, and don't forget to like and share it with your friends!❤️🔥 Guest: Vadym Nesterenko, DeFi Researcher, Product Manager, InvestorX: https://x.com/vadymnxWebsite: https://vadymn.com🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
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10 Biggest Myths of Crypto Marketing: Community, Memes, Cults, and Shitposting
In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria sits down with Aixa, who leads the ecosystem at Sophon and Bachi, who heads brand and community at Rootstock, to bust 10 biggest myths in crypto marketing.From “build it and they will come” to “airdrops create loyalty,” the trio dives into 10 of the most viral takes from crypto twitter, debunking, confirming, and laughing along the way.Discover: 🔸 Why web3 community isn’t always what it seems 🔸 Whether tokens and airdrops actually drive long-term engagement 🔸 How memes, shitposting, and personal stories shape growth strategies🔸 The truth about marketing budgets and crypto hype cyclesIf you’ve ever wondered how projects really build visibility in crypto, or laughed at the wildest marketing hot takes on X (Twitter), this episode is for you!❤️🔥 Guests:Aixa Rizzo, Ecosystem Lead at Sophon: https://x.com/aixarizzoBachi Degli, Brand and Community Marketer at Rootstock: https://x.com/julibachi🎙️ Host:Daria Volkova: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decent_voicesPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
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OKX Singapore CEO on Token2049, Driving Growth with McLaren, and Building Locally
In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria Volkova speaks with Gracie Lin, CEO of OKX Singapore, about her journey from fintech and mobility to leading the local office at one of the world’s largest crypto platforms in Singapore. Gracie shares how OKX is building for users in Singapore, why trust and compliance are at the core of growth, and how the company is preparing for Token2049, with a focus on real-world blockchain use cases. She also opens up about OKX’s partnership with the McLaren Formula 1 team, and how it brings crypto closer to mainstream audiences while giving back to the local community.We also cover:🔸 How OKX Singapore builds the crypto future for local users🔸 Balancing innovation with regulation and user safety🔸 The next wave of digital assets: stablecoins, tokenization, and institutional adoptionIf you’re curious about the intersection of crypto in Asia, product management, and building a brand for a diverse audience, this episode is packed with insights.Subscribe to Decentralized Voices on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts for more Web3 deep dives!🙌 Support the podcast. Donate on Ethereum wallet (ERC-20): 0xfb35472c85Bf1184D111490119C1256f253aafa8❤️🔥 Guest: Gracie Lin, CEO of OKX SingaporeX: https://x.com/gracielinsyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracie-lin-a8866361OKX SG: https://x.com/OKXSG🎙️ Host: Daria VolkovaX: https://x.com/dariastrategyFarcaster: https://farcaster.xyz/dariastrategyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decent_voicesPodcast website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyz
Welcome to Decentralized Voices, the podcast where Daria Volkova interviews top Web3 founders, product builders and marketers to uncover the raw, unfiltered realities of building blockchain-powered products.From blockchain protocols to tokenomics, from scaling decentralized applications (dApps) to leading remote-first teams, we dive into hard lessons, new socio-economy interactions, and the human side of Web3 development.If you're building, investing, or obsessed with a future where truth is cryptographically proven, this podcast is your backstage pass to the best people and stories behind them. No hype, no fluff, just real conversations.Listen to the voices of the new Internet!Website: https://decentralizedvoices.xyzTwitter: https://x.com/decent_voicesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@decentralizedvoicesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/decentralized-voicesSubstack: https://substack.com/@decentralizedvoices
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