From Wall Street to Decentralize Social with Popset ft. Sergio Silva
<p>Sergio Silva, aka <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/sergitosergito">Sergito</a>, is an investor, collector, and the co-founder of <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/popsetxyz">Popset</a>. An image-sharing network on the Solana blockchain. He has over a decade of experience in traditional finance, having worked at <a target="_blank" href="https://home.barclays/">Barclays</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.goldmansachs.com/">Goldman Sachs</a>, and as Senior Director of Web3 Business Development at <a target="_blank" href="https://www.fireblocks.com/">Fireblocks</a>.</p><p>Join ±15,000 subscribers that get my newsletter and podcast in their inbox or upgrade to a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.kaloh.xyz/subscribe">premium membership</a>👇</p><p>https://www.kaloh.xyz</p><p>In today’s episode, we discuss:</p><p><strong>Discussion on Latin America (00:02:33): </strong>Sergio's view on the crypto evolution in Latin America.</p><p><strong>Sergio's Journey into Crypto (00:02:54): </strong>Sergio recounts his transition from traditional finance to crypto, sparked by a friend's recommendation.</p><p><strong>Traditional Finance vs. Crypto (00:06:12): </strong>Sergio explains why traditional finance frameworks are ineffective for analyzing crypto concepts.</p><p><strong>Role at Fireblocks (00:08:47): </strong>Sergio describes his experience at Fireblocks and the significance of his self-given NFT title.</p><p><strong>Crypto Adoption in Latin America (00:10:37): </strong>Sergio compares crypto usage in Latin America to other regions, emphasizing its practical applications.</p><p><strong>Challenges in Latin America (00:12:33): </strong>Sergio discusses limitations and opportunities for crypto adoption in Latin America.</p><p><strong>Introduction to Pop Set (00:15:13): </strong>Sergio introduces Pop Set, a mobile app for minting photos into NFTs on Solana.</p><p><strong>Leveraging Small Follower Base (00:19:28): </strong>Sergio discusses monetizing content with a smaller audience using crypto, emphasizing scalability and creator empowerment.</p><p><strong>Challenges in Creator Monetization (00:20:13): </strong>Insights on the complexities creators face in monetizing their content through traditional platforms.</p><p><strong>Solana's Resilience and Growth (00:25:19): </strong>Discussion on Solana's strong infrastructure and community resilience during the bear market, contributing to its growth.</p><p><strong>Challenges of Building for Non-Web3 Users (00:25:25): </strong>Sergio highlights the difficulty in attracting a non-Web3 audience to their innovative product.</p><p><strong>NFTs as Digital Receipts (00:30:40): </strong>Sergio explains NFTs as immutable records of online interactions, akin to digital cookies.</p><p><strong>Advice for Newcomers to Crypto (00:33:10): </strong>Sergio advises potential crypto entrants to invest time in learning before diving in.</p><p><strong>The Importance of Focus in Crypto (00:38:01): </strong>Sergio emphasizes finding passion in crypto and dedicating time to become knowledgeable.</p><p><strong>Regulatory Changes and Opportunities (00:38:49): </strong>Discussion on the impact of US regulatory changes and the potential risks and rewards for the crypto industry.</p><p><strong>Building a Better Future (00:39:41): </strong>Sergio advocates for a moral compass in crypto, focusing on positive contributions rather than just profits.</p><p>Mentioned: <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/Gemini">Gemini</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/cryptopunksnfts">CryptoPunks</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/Uniswap">Uniswap</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/CurveFinance">Curve</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/Bitso">Bitso</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/popsetxyz">Popset</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/solana">Solana</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/SolanaFndn">Solana Foundation</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/metaplex">MetaPlex</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/crossmint">CrossMint</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/phantom">Phantom Wallet</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://jup.ag/swap/GIGA-USDC">Jupiter</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/gmoneyNFT">gmoney</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/peterschroederr">Peter Schroeder</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/MeebitsNFTs">Meebits</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/blast">Blast</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/rodeodotclub">Rodeo</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://x.com/voteforpedrito">Pedro Miranda</a></p><p>Until next time,</p><p>- Kaloh</p><p></p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.kaloh.xyz?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">www.kaloh.xyz</a>