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Ethan Mollick, author of Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI, joined John Dalton, FCAT’s VP of Research for a thought-provoking conversation on how AI will likely impact our personal and professional lives.
See more fascinating insights at fcatalyst.com/blog/june2024/…
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Could blockchain help connect local communities to the projects they fund?
@ichuckcain of @QUBIC_LABS joins the Brief to discuss the evolution of the blockchain ecosystem from early experimentation to real-world infrastructure. The conversation explores Boston's growing blockchain community, the role of digital infrastructure in future markets, and a pioneering municipal initiative designed to bring bonds on-chain.
Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744…
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Tokenization continues to evolve, with builders bringing stocks, ETFs, and other financial instruments on-chain to expand access to capital markets and enable new forms of trading and collateralization.
@iandebode of @Ondo, joins the FCAT Crypto Brief to explore the rise of tokenized securities, their role across markets, the infrastructure required for always-on trading, and how regulation may influence the future of investing and market access.
Listen now: crypto-brief.castos.com/epis…
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The future of payments is being built in real time. From stablecoin infrastructure acquisitions to embedded wallets and programmable money, a new generation of payment rails is rapidly emerging.
Join us as we unpack the trends driving this transformation and welcome new co-host Dominic Breslin to the Brief.
Listen now: crypto-brief.castos.com/epis…
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In this episode of the FCAT Crypto Brief, the team explores how vaults help automate lending, borrowing, and yield strategies, while examining key risks and design considerations that could drive their evolving role within the digital asset ecosystem. Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744…
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What does it take to build a thriving Web3 ecosystem from the ground up? On this episode of the FCAT Crypto Brief, Alejandro Gutierrez, founder of @superteamIE, shares how community-led “superteams” are helping to drive blockchain adoption, attract new talent, and build the next generation of innovation on-chain.
Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744… #FCAT
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Join us for the Crypto Brief as our hosts unpack the rise of tokenized collectibles and what it could signal for the future of assets on-chain. From nostalgia-driven markets to billion-dollar asset classes, we break down what’s driving adoption, where tokenization is gaining real traction, and what it takes for new systems to outperform the old.
Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744…
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Listen in as our hosts sit down with @sirjohnhargrave, author of The Intelligent Crypto Investor, to discuss key trends, cover emerging opportunities, and explore practical ways to navigate risk, volatility, and drive smarter crypto investing.
Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744…
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Tune in as our hosts unpack the rise of perpetual futures and how they’re transforming trading beyond traditional expiration cycles.
We explore how on-chain platforms are expanding access, increasing transparency, and introducing new risks—from visible positions to evolving market structure—and what it all could mean for the future of finance.
Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744…
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Join our hosts as they break down recent crypto exploits and how malicious actors are blending emerging technologies with traditional tactics.
We unpack what happened, what it means for DeFi, and the growing role of AI—plus key risks and takeaways for developers and investors. Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744… #FCAT
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We’re excited to sponsor the inaugural Blockchain x Quantum Hackathon with @superteamIE & Quantum Ireland.
As the quantum landscape evolves, it’s pushing us to rethink how we secure existing networks. Ready to build for what’s next? Register your team today: luma.com/BlockchainQuantumHa…
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Introducing Blockchain x Quantum Hackathon in collaboration with @Fidelity (@FCATalyst) and Quantum Ireland.
€15,000 in prizes
23-24 May, @dogpatchlabs
Quantum computers capable of breaking today’s cryptography are getting closer to reality. While major blockchains are preparing to transition to post-quantum algorithms, there’s a critical issue flying under the radar: new cryptography brings new risks and unknowns. Now is the time to embrace crypto agility.
With @DublinTechWeek around the corner, there’s no better moment to get involved.
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On this episode of the Crypto Brief, we’re joined by @natbrunell to explore the foundations of financial re-education and how Bitcoin is expanding access.
Natalie shares why understanding money as a technology matters today, how the Bitcoin network can enable greater inclusion, and what financial literacy looks like in practice.
Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief
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What might be next for the Bitcoin network—and who gets to steer the conversation?
In this episode of the Crypto Brief, our hosts sit down with Blockspace Media’s Charlie Spears to explore what’s on the docket for this year’s OPNEXT conference, key trends across the ecosystem, and why the quantum debate is quickly becoming one of the most important conversations in crypto.
Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief
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FCAT recently launched new quantum computing research in collaboration with @XanaduAI!
This work begins to explore how natively quantum algorithms might offer advantages for certain real-world applications.
Learn more: fcatalyst.com/trends-and-sig…
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Listen in as Weston Jones, a Digital Asset Engineer from FCAT’s Blockchain Incubator, joins our hosts to break down recent developments on Solana and beyond.
Together, they explore the forces driving infrastructure and innovation—from design philosophy and validator operations to community-driven security, tradeoffs, and how Solana compares with other major networks as the broader ecosystem continues to evolve.
Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief
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As crypto continues to evolve, institutions are entering the fold. Join us for this episode of the FCAT Crypto Brief, as our hosts break down why TradFi players are moving into DeFi and key considerations surrounding adoption.
Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief
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The FCAT DVN is now live on @LayerZero_Core! The DVN offers foundational infrastructure for institutions seeking trustworthy cross-chain operations.
Leveraging LayerZero’s neutral interoperability infrastructure with FCAT’s verification capabilities, @OndoFinance is the first organization to use the DVN.
Check out the full story now: fcatalyst.com/trends-and-sig…
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We’re excited to share the launch of the FCAT Validator on @Solana! Engineered for reliability, transparency, and network resilience, this work reflects an ongoing commitment to strengthening the larger on-chain ecosystem.
Learn about our validator here: fcatalyst.com/solana-staking
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And we’re back! Curious about what’s ahead for crypto in 2026?
Chris Kuiper, VP of Research at @DigitalAssets, breaks down key trends from FDA’s annual Look Ahead report and shares his perspective on their potential impact across the industry.
Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief?h…
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What does it take to build a thriving blockchain community? In this episode, our hosts sit down with Doug Mehne, Chair of the @BosBlockAssoc, to unpack how tailored programming, shared values, and collaboration are fueling Boston’s rise as a hub for digital assets.
From institutional adoption and university partnerships to creating spaces for candid conversations, discover why community serves as a backbone of innovation.
Listen now ➡️ crypto-brief.castos.com/epis…
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