Fame Host (https://fame.so) Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast https://podcasts.fame.so/unshielded https://feeds.fame.so/unshielded Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We’ll explore the intersection of these two dynamic fields to bring you expert perspectives and practical examples. Each episode, we discuss the importance of zero-knowledge technology and its role in building better apps and a more equitable internet. We interview industry leaders, tech innovators, and data protection advocates to shed light on the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the blockchain and data protection landscape. Whether you’re a developer, entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone curious about the future of your data, Unshielded offers valuable insights to help you contribute to building a better internet. Copyrights © 2024 All Rights Reserved by Midnight en Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:53:58 +0000 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:16:28 +0000 https://content.fameapp.so/uploads/5z1rr7r1/dacfeda0-d82f-11ef-a4ce-f18dd99957c3/dacfeec0-d82f-11ef-bfdf-d960a23d0c23.png Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast https://podcasts.fame.so/unshielded Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We’ll explore the intersection of these two dynamic fields to bring you expert perspectives and practical examples. Each episode, we discuss the importance of zero-knowledge technology and its role in building better apps and a more equitable internet. We interview industry leaders, tech innovators, and data protection advocates to shed light on the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the blockchain and data protection landscape. Whether you’re a developer, entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone curious about the future of your data, Unshielded offers valuable insights to help you contribute to building a better internet. Midnight Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We’ll explore the intersection of these two dynamic fields to bring you expert perspectives and practical examples. Each episode, we discuss the importance of zero-knowledge technology and its role in building better apps and a more equitable internet. We interview industry leaders, tech innovators, and data protection advocates to shed light on the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the blockchain and data protection landscape. Whether you’re a developer, entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone curious about the future of your data, Unshielded offers valuable insights to help you contribute to building a better internet. No No episodic Midnight Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We’ll explore the intersection of these two dynamic fields to bring you expert perspectives and practical examples. Each episode, we discuss the importance of zero-knowledge technology and its role in building better apps and a more equitable internet. We interview industry leaders, tech innovators, and data protection advocates to shed light on the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the blockchain and data protection landscape. Whether you’re a developer, entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone curious about the future of your data, Unshielded offers valuable insights to help you contribute to building a better internet. Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We’ll explore the intersection of these two dynamic fields to bring you expert perspectives and practical examples. Each episode, we discuss the importance of zero-knowledge technology and its role in building better apps and a more equitable internet. We interview industry leaders, tech innovators, and data protection advocates to shed light on the latest developments, challenges, and opportunities in the blockchain and data protection landscape. Whether you’re a developer, entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or someone curious about the future of your data, Unshielded offers valuable insights to help you contribute to building a better internet. Technology, Blockchain, What is blockchain, Blockchain Technology, blockchain explorer, what is a blockchain, riot blockchain stock, what is, block chain technology, blockchain wallet fintech, riot blockchain stock, blockchain definition, Dapps, zero-know Jason Schober team@fame.so No No No Best of Season 2: Crypto, Privacy, and the Future of Web3 https://podcasts.fame.so/e/4n9m14mn-best-of-season-2-crypto-privacy-and-the-future-of-web3 Best of Season 2: Crypto, Privacy, and the Future of Web3 0 No No v07rxnr1 Season 2 of Unshielded brought together some of the most important voices at the frontier of blockchain infrastructure to explore how privacy, security, and transparency are being reimagined for the next generation of decentralized systems. From stablecoins and institutional adoption to UX, infrastructure, and the future of privacy — these are the conversations worth revisiting. Season 2 of Unshielded brought together some of the most important voices at the frontier of blockchain infrastructure to explore how privacy, security, and transparency are being reimagined for the next generation of decentralized systems.

From stablecoins and institutional adoption to UX, infrastructure, and the future of privacy — these are the conversations worth revisiting.

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Ep 16 | Why Traditional Finance is Poised for Real DeFi Adoption with Demetrios Skalkotos
Ep 17 | The Future of Privacy-first Blockchain: Midnight Roadmap with Charles Hoskinson

Ep 18 | Powering the Potential of Programmable Privacy: Midnight Roadmap with Bob Blessing-Hartley
Ep 20 | Bridging Privacy, Trust, and Innovation in the Crypto Economy with Nicolas Cary
Ep 21 | USDM and the Future of Regulated Stablecoins with Jillian Plomin
Ep 22 | Why Rational Privacy in Defi Can Unlock the Next Financial System with Ian Horne
Ep 23 | Trust Beats Transparency: Foundations for Rational Privacy on Blockchain with Alex McFarlane
Ep 24 | Gaming’s Next Monetization Era with Timothy Tello
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]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 530 Season 2 of Unshielded brought together some of the most important voices at the frontier of blockchain infrastructure to explore how privacy, security, and transparency are being reimagined for the next generation of decentralized systems. From stablecoins and institutional adoption to UX, infrastructure, and the future of privacy — these are the conversations worth revisiting. Season 2 of Unshielded brought together some of the most important voices at the frontier of blockchain infrastructure to explore how privacy, security, and transparency are being reimagined for the next generation of decentralized systems. From stablecoins and institutional adoption to UX, infrastructure, and the future of privacy — these are the conversations worth revisiting. blockchain privacy, privacy-first blockchain, DeFi adoption, institutional crypto adoption, stablecoins regulation, regulated stablecoins, crypto infrastructure, Web3 privacy, decentralized finance future, programmable privacy, crypto security architecture, blockchain transparency vs privacy, Midnight blockchain, Cardano ecosystem, digital asset regulation, crypto UX improvements, AI in crypto payments, on-chain privacy solutions, crypto mass adoption, future of finance blockchain No No The Next Era of Smart Contract Security with Luca Cosivi https://podcasts.fame.so/e/08jylj7n-the-next-era-of-smart-contract-security-with-luca-cosivi The Next Era of Smart Contract Security with Luca Cosivi 25 No No 41pqrnw0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Lauren Lee is joined by Luca Cosivi, Head of Open-Source at OpenZeppelin, to dive into what ‘secure by default’ really means in smart contract development and why open source is still the most scalable development strategy in Web3. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Lauren Lee is joined by Luca Cosivi, Head of Open-Source at OpenZeppelin, to dive into what ‘secure by default’ really means in smart contract development and why open source is still the most scalable development strategy in Web3.

What You’ll Learn:
  • How to adopt battle-tested smart contract standards from day one
  • Why being present early in new ecosystems accelerates developer adoption and ecosystem security
  • The education-first playbook for onboarding developers to secure coding practices
  • How privacy fundamentally reshapes blockchain security conversations and monitoring
  • Why contributing to open source starts with curiosity

Luca Cosivi is the Head of Open-Source at OpenZeppelin, the global leader in securing blockchain applications and smart contract systems. With five years of experience building on and around Ethereum, Luca brings deep expertise in open-source developer tools and smart contract security standards. At OpenZeppelin, he leads the expansion of battle-tested contract libraries and developer tools across multiple ecosystems, including Ethereum, StarkNet, Stellar, Sui, and the privacy-preserving Midnight network, where OpenZeppelin has been contributing over the past year.

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]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1742 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Lauren Lee is joined by Luca Cosivi, Head of Open-Source at OpenZeppelin, to dive into what ‘secure by default’ really means in smart contract development and why open source is still the most scalable development strategy in Web3. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Lauren Lee is joined by Luca Cosivi, Head of Open-Source at OpenZeppelin, to dive into what ‘secure by default’ really means in smart contract development and why open source is still the most scalable development strategy in Web3. smart contract security, smart contract audit, OpenZeppelin contracts, ERC20 token standard, ERC721 NFT standard, secure smart contract development, DAO hack lessons, DeFi security best practices, Solidity security patterns, smart contract vulnerabilities, AI in blockchain security, AI smart contract auditing, automated smart contract audit, AI crypto security tools, AI for DeFi risk detection, privacy preserving blockchain, privacy smart contracts, Midnight blockchain, programmable privacy crypto, confidential DeFi, private DeFi applications, compliance-ready blockchain, institutional DeFi adoption, HIPAA compliant blockchain, privacy in Web3, institutional crypto adoption, stablecoin adoption 2026, banks using blockchain, tokenized assets on chain, real world assets DeFi No No Gaming’s Next Monetization Era with Timothy Tello https://podcasts.fame.so/e/qn0v9zyn-gaming-s-next-monetization-era-with-timothy-tello Gaming’s Next Monetization Era with Timothy Tello 24 No No p1kny370 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Timothy Tello, CEO of 3thix, to explore how 3thix is changing the game for developers, players, and studios alike through decentralized payments, tokenized rewards, and user-activity advertising incentive models. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Timothy Tello, CEO of 3thix, to explore how 3thix is changing the game for developers, players, and studios alike through decentralized payments, tokenized rewards, and user-activity advertising incentive models.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why gaming is entering a new monetization era
  • How blockchain changes revenue sharing, secondary markets, and incentives
  • Why privacy is essential for both players and publishers
  • How simplifying ‘the pipes’ is key to mass adoption
  • Why stable tokens and rewards-based payments could redefine commerce by 2026

Timothy Tello is a visionary entrepreneur and thought leader at the intersection of blockchain, gaming, and decentralized payments, best known as the CEO and Co-founder of 3thix, a company building the payments and monetization infrastructure for the future of gaming. He has played a pioneering role in Web3, including co-authoring the first SEC-approved blockchain token and securing regulatory clarity that helped legitimize compliant token models in the industry. Timothy also holds patents related to blockchain use in gaming and is frequently featured as a speaker and collaborator with major ecosystem partners, such as Avalanche and Xsolla.

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]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:19:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 881 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Timothy Tello, CEO of 3thix, to explore how 3thix is changing the game for developers, players, and studios alike through decentralized payments, tokenized rewards, and user-activity advertising incentive models. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Timothy Tello, CEO of 3thix, to explore how 3thix is changing the game for developers, players, and studios alike through decentralized payments, tokenized rewards, and user-activity advertising incentive models. No No Trust Beats Transparency: Foundations for Rational Privacy on Blockchain https://podcasts.fame.so/e/286q926n-trust-beats-transparency-foundations-for-rational-privacy-on-blockchain Trust Beats Transparency: Foundations for Rational Privacy on Blockchain 23 No No j12rnk91 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Alex McFarlane, Co-founder and CEO of Keyring Network, to reveal how establishing trust in blockchain tech addresses the real risks keeping institutions out of DeFi. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Alex McFarlane, Co-founder and CEO of Keyring Network, to reveal how establishing trust in blockchain tech addresses the real risks keeping institutions out of DeFi.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to reframe privacy as selective disclosure rather than hiding behavior
  • Why smart contract and governance risk, not privacy alone, are the primary barriers
  • The difference between transparency and trust
  • How to build a killer UX that makes privacy adoption inevitable
  • Why the lottery paradox reveals crowdsourced wisdom in DeFi protocol design
  • How fixed-income primitives will dominate 2026

Alex McFarlane is the Co-founder and CEO of Keyring Network, a privacy-focused infrastructure company that bridges traditional finance and decentralized finance. With a quant background spanning risk, fixed income structuring and trading strategies at Nomura, Alex brings a unique perspective to blockchain adoption. At Keyring, he addresses the governance and smart contract risks that prevent traditional financial institutions from confidently participating in DeFi, leveraging zero-knowledge technology to enable selective disclosure and rational privacy.

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]]> Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1125 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Alex McFarlane, Co-founder and CEO of Keyring Network, to reveal how establishing trust in blockchain tech addresses the real risks keeping institutions out of DeFi. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Alex McFarlane, Co-founder and CEO of Keyring Network, to reveal how establishing trust in blockchain tech addresses the real risks keeping institutions out of DeFi. No No Why Rational Privacy in Defi Can Unlock the Next Financial System https://podcasts.fame.so/e/x8y70ry8-why-rational-privacy-in-defi-can-unlock-the-next-financial-system Why Rational Privacy in Defi Can Unlock the Next Financial System 22 No No l04rp240 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Ian Horne, Author of Why DeFi Matters, to discuss what rational privacy really means in practice, why privacy is an enabler of trust rather than a feature, and how selective disclosure could unlock the next wave of institutional and retail blockchain adoption. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Ian Horne, Author of Why DeFi Matters, to discuss what rational privacy really means in practice, why privacy is an enabler of trust rather than a feature, and how selective disclosure could unlock the next wave of institutional and retail blockchain adoption.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Primary themes around rational privacy at the Midnight Summit
  • How to reframe privacy education for different audiences
  • Why institutional money movement is the fastest path to mainstream blockchain adoption
  • Why tokenized assets and stablecoins represent the real DeFi disruption of legacy systems
  • How to position privacy as trust, not secrecy

Ian Horne is an event emcee, author, and thought leader in blockchain and decentralized finance, best known for his book Why DeFi Matters, which explores how blockchain and smart contracts are driving genuine systemic change in financial systems. With vast experience as former Head of Content at Money20/20 Europe and Head of UK Audience Development at Citywire, Ian has spent years bridging the gap between traditional finance and emerging blockchain innovation through strategic event programming, writing, and community building.

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]]> Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1385 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Ian Horne, Author of Why DeFi Matters, to discuss what rational privacy really means in practice, why privacy is an enabler of trust rather than a feature, and how selective disclosure could unlock the next wave of institutional and retail blockchain adoption. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Ian Horne, Author of Why DeFi Matters, to discuss what rational privacy really means in practice, why privacy is an enabler of trust rather than a feature, and how selective disclosure could unlock the next wave of institutional and retail blockchain adoption. Rational privacy, DeFi privacy, Institutional DeFi, Blockchain privacy, Selective disclosure, Financial privacy, Web3 trust, DeFi adoption, What is DeFi, Decentralized finance explained, Privacy in blockchain, Web3 adoption, Trust in Web3, Blockchain and financial systems, Institutional blockchain adoption, Tokenized assets, Stablecoins and DeFi, TradFi to DeFi, Enterprise blockchain use cases, Future of finance No No USDM and the Future of Regulated Stablecoins https://podcasts.fame.so/e/vnwpl9x8-usdm-and-the-future-of-regulated-stablecoins USDM and the Future of Regulated Stablecoins 21 No No 81x28rl1 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Jillian Plomin, CEO of W3i Software and Moneta Digital, to dive into what it actually takes to build a regulated, MiCA-compliant, fiat-backed stablecoin like USDM, and why proof-of-reserves style transparency is becoming table stakes. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Jillian Plomin, CEO of W3i Software and Moneta Digital, to dive into what it actually takes to build a regulated, MiCA-compliant, fiat-backed stablecoin like USDM, and why proof-of-reserves style transparency is becoming table stakes.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to design stablecoins that exceed regulatory requirements from day one
  • Why on-chain transparency via oracles outperforms traditional audits
  • The critical tension between TradFi cannibalization and blockchain freedom
  • How privacy-enabled stablecoins unlock B2B blockchain adoption
  • Why you need a menu of stablecoin options, not just one winner

Jillian Plomin is CEO of W3i Software and Moneta Digital, the issuer of USDM, a fully regulated, MiCA-compliant fiat-backed stablecoin built on the Cardano blockchain. Under Jillian’s leadership, W3i is building secure, compliant, and scalable blockchain-based financial infrastructure that bridges traditional finance and decentralized systems.

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]]> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1682 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Jillian Plomin, CEO of W3i Software and Moneta Digital, to dive into what it actually takes to build a regulated, MiCA-compliant, fiat-backed stablecoin like USDM, and why proof-of-reserves style transparency is becoming table stakes. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Jillian Plomin, CEO of W3i Software and Moneta Digital, to dive into what it actually takes to build a regulated, MiCA-compliant, fiat-backed stablecoin like USDM, and why proof-of-reserves style transparency is becoming table stakes. Regulated stablecoins, MiCA compliance, USDM stablecoin, fiat-backed stablecoins, proof of reserves, on-chain transparency, programmable compliance, privacy-preserving blockchain, selective disclosure, enterprise blockchain adoption, B2B blockchain payments, stablecoin regulation, Cardano stablecoins, blockchain oracles, TradFi vs DeFi, compliant crypto infrastructure, global payments rails, privacy-enabled finance, regulation-aware transactions, decentralized compliance, stablecoin trust, blockchain governance, digital asset regulation, cross-border payments, financial infrastructure modernization, tokenized cash, institutional crypto adoption, blockchain privacy tech, stablecoin interoperability, future of money No No Bridging Privacy, Trust, and Innovation in the Crypto Economy https://podcasts.fame.so/e/5nz7y7w8-bridging-privacy-trust-and-innovation-in-the-crypto-economy Bridging Privacy, Trust, and Innovation in the Crypto Economy 20 No No 80zn8n30 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, to explore what it takes to build and survive in the world of crypto, sharing hard-won lessons on resilience, privacy, product-market fit, and what’s coming next for the crypto industry. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, to explore what it takes to build and survive in the world of crypto, sharing hard-won lessons on resilience, privacy, product-market fit, and what’s coming next for the crypto industry.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to bridge the gap between institutional and retail privacy needs
  • How Blockchain.com is helping enterprises move billions on-chain without exposing competitive financial data
  • The founder's framework for product-market fit
  • How tokenization of real-world assets is reshaping property rights
  • Why the next wave of economic activity will be conducted by AI agents, not humans

Nicolas Cary is the Co-Founder and President of Blockchain.com, the leading crypto finance house serving tens of millions of consumers, traders, and institutional customers since 2011. In 2015, he was named the European Digital Leader of the Year. Nicolas is also the Founder Commissioner of the Blockchain Commission for Sustainable Development and the Co-Founder and Chairman of Sky's the Limit, the leading non-profit digital business accelerator. Prior to Blockchain.com, Nicolas was a founding Partner at PipelineDeals, where he focused on product development and management.

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]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1862 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, to explore what it takes to build and survive in the world of crypto, sharing hard-won lessons on resilience, privacy, product-market fit, and what’s coming next for the crypto industry. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Nicolas Cary, Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Blockchain.com, to explore what it takes to build and survive in the world of crypto, sharing hard-won lessons on resilience, privacy, product-market fit, and what’s coming next for the crypto industry. Tokenization, Self-Custody, AI Agents, Stablecoins, On-Chain Privacy, Real-World Assets (RWAs), Zero-Knowledge Proofs, Decentralized Identity, Privacy-First Architecture, Product-Market Fit, Resilience Building, Web3 Innovation, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Digital Asset Infrastructure, Institutional Adoption, Secure Data Exchange, Crypto Market Cycles, AI-Driven Payments, Blockchain Scalability, Regenerative Finance (ReFi), Defi No No Open Source, Open Future: Inside Midnight’s Developer Programs https://podcasts.fame.so/e/vn5j10y8-open-source-open-future-inside-midnight-s-developer-programs Open Source, Open Future: Inside Midnight’s Developer Programs 19 No No 80q3wy40 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Lauren Lee and Samson Goddy of Midnight Foundation to discuss how the platform is scaling its developer community, launching flagship programs, and supporting builders from the hackathon stage to mainnet production. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Lauren Lee and Samson Goddy of Midnight Foundation to discuss how the platform is scaling its developer community, launching flagship programs, and supporting builders from the hackathon stage to mainnet production.

What You’ll Learn:
  • How they transitioned from closed-source to open-source blockchain development while maintaining developer momentum and trust
  • Why empowering developers to choose between progressive and stable preview networks increases adoption and reduces friction in testing environments
  • How to gamify developer engagement using quest-based platforms
  • Why DevRel teams must advocate for developers internally while representing the platform externally

Lauren Lee is the Director of Developer Relations at Midnight, bringing passion for community building and developer advocacy. With one year at Midnight, she has witnessed and shaped the ecosystem's evolution from intimate hackathons to global initiatives. Lauren serves as the voice of developers within the organization, championing their needs while building engagement programs that transform hackathon ideas into production-ready applications. Her work focuses on making privacy-focused blockchain development accessible and rewarding for builders worldwide.

Samson Goddy is a Developer Engagement Manager at Midnight, specializing in community engagement and ambassador program development. New to the team, Samson brings fresh energy to scaling Midnight's global presence, managing the Aliit Ambassador Program's gamified quest system and coordinating international community activities. His expertise lies in identifying and empowering passionate developers to become ecosystem advocates, enabling organic growth across regions from Africa to Asia to Latin America while ensuring authentic, grassroots community building.

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]]> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1189 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Lauren Lee and Samson Goddy of Midnight Foundation to discuss how the platform is scaling its developer community, launching flagship programs, and supporting builders from the hackathon stage to mainnet production. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Lauren Lee and Samson Goddy of Midnight Foundation to discuss how the platform is scaling its developer community, launching flagship programs, and supporting builders from the hackathon stage to mainnet production. Open source blockchain, privacy-focused blockchain, developer relations, DevRel, blockchain developer community, hackathon programs, Build Club accelerator, Aliit Ambassador Program, developer engagement, open-source development, mainnet production, zero-knowledge technology, gamified learning, blockchain education, crypto community growth, digital identity, decentralized apps (dApps), blockchain adoption, progressive networks, developer advocacy No No Powering the Potential of Programmable Privacy: Midnight Roadmap https://podcasts.fame.so/e/1np7p338-powering-the-potential-of-programmable-privacy-midnight-roadmap Powering the Potential of Programmable Privacy: Midnight Roadmap 18 No No z0r4vxx0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Bob Blessing-Hartley, CTO of Shielded Technologies, to discuss how Midnight solves the blockchain privacy trilemma and what’s coming in the near-term roadmap. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Bob Blessing-Hartley, CTO of Shielded Technologies, to discuss how Midnight solves the blockchain privacy trilemma and what’s coming in the near-term roadmap.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How the dual state ledger architecture enables privacy and compliance simultaneously
  • Why "privacy by default" is easier than bolting security on later
  • The Midnight roadmap phases at a glance
  • Why cross-chain smart contracts unlock multi-step business processes


Bob Blessing-Hartley is the CTO of Shielded Technologies, leading the engineering efforts behind the Midnight blockchain protocol. With over a decade of experience in blockchain architecture and privacy solutions, Bob brings deep expertise in protocol design, consensus mechanisms, and cryptographic implementations. He joined Midnight roughly eighteen months ago after evaluating the project's unique approach to embedding privacy at the protocol layer rather than as an afterthought.


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]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 696 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Bob Blessing-Hartley, CTO of Shielded Technologies, to discuss how Midnight solves the blockchain privacy trilemma and what’s coming in the near-term roadmap. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Bob Blessing-Hartley, CTO of Shielded Technologies, to discuss how Midnight solves the blockchain privacy trilemma and what’s coming in the near-term roadmap. Midnight Network, Rational privacy, Zero knowledge technology, Blockchain innovation, Shield Technologies, Bob Blessing Hartley, Decentralized mainnet, Privacy by default, Dual state ledger, Shielded tokens, Unshielded tokens, Midnight Summit, Web3 privacy, Blockchain compliance, Programmable privacy, Hybrid dApps, Cross-chain applications, Testnet launch, Zero knowledge proofs, Crypto infrastructure No No The Future of Privacy-First Blockchain: Midnight Roadmap https://podcasts.fame.so/e/p8m7mvr8-the-future-of-privacy-first-blockchain-midnight-roadmap The Future of Privacy-First Blockchain: Midnight Roadmap 17 No No 70v5r3y1 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Cardano and visionary behind Midnight, to explore how privacy technology is evolving to meet the needs of billions. From the largest fair-launch distribution in crypto history to the ambitious nine-month roadmap ahead, Charles shares why privacy isn't optional anymore, it's essential for the future of blockchain. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Cardano and visionary behind Midnight, to explore how privacy technology is evolving to meet the needs of billions. From the largest fair-launch distribution in crypto history to the ambitious nine-month roadmap ahead, Charles shares why privacy isn't optional anymore, it's essential for the future of blockchain.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why privacy has always been blockchain's missing piece—and how Midnight solves it
  • How the Glacier Drop became the largest fair-launch distribution in crypto history
  • The four-phase roadmap to full decentralization in just nine months
  • Why hybrid applications will bring privacy to Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and beyond
  • How selective disclosure empowers businesses, institutions, and governments
  • Why owning your data is critical in the age of AI.


With decades of experience building blockchain infrastructure, Charles has been a driving force in advancing decentralized technology. He founded Input | Output (Input Output Global) and has led the development of Cardano, one of the most research-driven blockchain platforms in the world. Now, as the visionary behind Midnight, Charles is focused on making privacy accessible, scalable, and essential for the next era of blockchain adoption.


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]]> Tue, 25 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 728 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Cardano and visionary behind Midnight, to explore how privacy technology is evolving to meet the needs of billions. From the largest fair-launch distribution in crypto history to the ambitious nine-month roadmap ahead, Charles shares why privacy isn't optional anymore, it's essential for the future of blockchain. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Founder of Cardano and visionary behind Midnight, to explore how privacy technology is evolving to meet the needs of billions. From the largest fair-launch distribution in crypto history to the ambitious nine-month roadmap ahead, Charles shares why privacy isn't optional anymore, it's essential for the future of blockchain. Privacy-first blockchain, Charles Hoskinson, Midnight Network, Cardano founder, Blockchain privacy technology, Crypto fair launch, Glacier Drop, Decentralized blockchain, Selective disclosure, Hybrid blockchain applications, Blockchain roadmap, Crypto infrastructure, Zero-knowledge technology, Data ownership, Blockchain adoption, Privacy in crypto, Ethereum privacy solutions, Solana blockchain privacy, DeFi privacy tools, AI and blockchain privacy No No Why Traditional Finance is Poised for Real DeFi Adoption https://podcasts.fame.so/e/28xz59m8-why-traditional-finance-is-poised-for-real-defi-adoption Why Traditional Finance is Poised for Real DeFi Adoption 16 No No 60mkwx50 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Demetrios Skalkotos, Chief DeFi and Protocol Officer at Blockdaemon, to unpack how enterprise-grade infrastructure is reshaping decentralized finance. From securing digital assets across 400+ institutions to integrating privacy-first technologies, Demetrios shares the real challenges and opportunities driving institutional blockchain adoption at scale. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Demetrios Skalkotos, Chief DeFi and Protocol Officer at Blockdaemon, to unpack how enterprise-grade infrastructure is reshaping decentralized finance. From securing digital assets across 400+ institutions to integrating privacy-first technologies, Demetrios shares the real challenges and opportunities driving adoption at scale.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to design a security architecture that never compromises
  • Why institutional clients demand something fundamentally different from retail
  • The unified API framework for solving DeFi fragmentation
  • How rational privacy enables institutional participation in DeFi
  • The go-to-market advantage of consolidating your vendor stack
  • How institutional DeFi will integrate with TradFi to become the new normal in finance

With a career spanning traditional finance infrastructure at NASDAQ and NYSE, coupled with foundational roles at Ledger and Blockdaemon, Demetrios brings deep expertise in institutional blockchain infrastructure, custody solutions, and DeFi protocol integration.

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]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 2017 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Demetrios Skalkotos, Chief DeFi and Protocol Officer at Blockdaemon, to unpack how enterprise-grade infrastructure is reshaping decentralized finance. From securing digital assets across 400+ institutions to integrating privacy-first technologies, Demetrios shares the real challenges and opportunities driving institutional blockchain adoption at scale. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by Demetrios Skalkotos, Chief DeFi and Protocol Officer at Blockdaemon, to unpack how enterprise-grade infrastructure is reshaping decentralized finance. From securing digital assets across 400+ institutions to integrating privacy-first technologies, Demetrios shares the real challenges and opportunities driving institutional blockchain adoption at scale. Institutional DeFi, TradFi DeFi, RWA, Blockchain infra, DeFi custody, Unified API, Privacy finance, Compliance DeFi, Interoperability, Web3 finance, Permissioned DeFi, Scalable DeFi, On-chain banking, Crypto infrastructure, Asset security, Vendor consolidation, Finance 2.0, Next-gen finance, DeFi adoption, Enterprise DeFi, DeFi No No Custody That Scales: Automation, Controls, and Selective Disclosure https://podcasts.fame.so/e/m84l21q8-custody-that-scales-automation-controls-and-selective-disclosure Custody That Scales: Automation, Controls, and Selective Disclosure 15 No No x16r5q21 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by George Bordianu, Co-Founder and CEO of Balance, Canada’s largest digital asset custodian, to explore how institutional-grade custody is built from the ground up. George shares Balance’s journey to securing nearly $5 billion in digital assets, the engineering principles that drive security and scalability, and why automation, regulatory rigor, and selective disclosure are key to earning trust in the evolving world of digital finance. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by George Bordianu, Co-Founder and CEO of Balance, Canada’s largest digital asset custodian, to explore how institutional-grade custody is built from the ground up. George shares Balance’s journey to securing nearly $5 billion in digital assets, the engineering principles that drive security and scalability, and why automation, regulatory rigor, and selective disclosure are key to earning trust in the evolving world of digital finance.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How Balance built a qualified digital asset custodian from first principles
  • Why “security-driven development” and automation are central to scalability
  • The critical differences between institutional and retail custody models
  • Lessons from real-world custody and staking security incidents
  • How selective disclosure strengthens privacy and compliance in blockchain systems
  • What Canada’s special purpose trust framework means for crypto custody’s future

George Bordianu, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Balance, is a seasoned entrepreneur with a robust technical background. Holding an MSc in Computer Science from McGill University, he previously served as Director of Engineering at 500px and co-founded YourExtraLife, a social mobile startup featured prominently on the App Store across multiple countries.

Under George's leadership, Balance has emerged as Canada's largest digital asset custodian, securing close to $5 billion in assets. In October 2024, Balance achieved a significant milestone by registering its subsidiary, Balance Trust Company, as a special purpose trust with Alberta's Treasury Board and Finance, becoming Canada's second qualified custodian for digital assets and also a U.S. qualified custodian. George's expertise in digital asset custody has positioned Balance as a trusted partner for institutional clients. 

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]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1863 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by George Bordianu, Co-Founder and CEO of Balance, Canada’s largest digital asset custodian, to explore how institutional-grade custody is built from the ground up. George shares Balance’s journey to securing nearly $5 billion in digital assets, the engineering principles that drive security and scalability, and why automation, regulatory rigor, and selective disclosure are key to earning trust in the evolving world of digital finance. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Ian Kane is joined by George Bordianu, Co-Founder and CEO of Balance, Canada’s largest digital asset custodian, to explore how institutional-grade custody is built from the ground up. George shares Balance’s journey to securing nearly $5 billion in digital assets, the engineering principles that drive security and scalability, and why automation, regulatory rigor, and selective disclosure are key to earning trust in the evolving world of digital finance. Digital asset custody, Institutional crypto custody, Blockchain privacy, Rational privacy, Zero-knowledge technology, Crypto regulation in Canada, Qualified digital asset custodian, Crypto infrastructure, Secure blockchain solutions, Institutional-grade crypto security, Crypto asset protection, Regulatory compliance in crypto, Custody technology providers, Enterprise blockchain adoption, Selective disclosure in blockchain, Privacy in decentralized finance (DeFi), Crypto operational security, Building trust in digital assets, Blockchain transparency vs privacy, Future of crypto custody No No How Creators Power Web3 Ecosystem Growth https://podcasts.fame.so/e/28xzwpj8-how-creators-power-web3-ecosystem-growth How Creators Power Web3 Ecosystem Growth 15 No No 60mk82p0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Farid a.k.a. Dapp Central, a Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Enthusiast, and Rupert Whitehead, Developer Relations Lead at Input Output, to unpack how technical content creators bridge the gap between complex blockchain technology and audience understanding, while examining the delicate balance between education and entertainment in Web3 communities. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Farid a.k.a. Dapp Central, a Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Enthusiast, and Rupert Whitehead, Developer Relations Lead at Input Output, to unpack how technical content creators bridge the gap between complex blockchain technology and audience understanding, while examining the delicate balance between education and entertainment in Web3 communities.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to define creators broadly and their essential role in ecosystem growth
  • The strategic importance of matching content format to audience segments
  • Why balancing educational and entertainment content is crucial for building engaged blockchain communities
  • How to leverage complementary skillsets between developers and content creators for maximum ecosystem impact
  • The value of authentic voice and genuine expertise in technical content creation
  • Why community feedback and experimental content formats are essential for growing blockchain audiences

Farid a.k.a. Dapp Central is a prominent technical content creator and blockchain educator, specializing in developing blockchains with a focus on Cardano, Bitcoin, and Midnight protocols. As the creator of a successful YouTube channel, he bridges complex technical concepts with accessible education, producing both pre-recorded content and live streams. His work has established him as a trusted voice in blockchain education, particularly in helping developers and enthusiasts understand emerging blockchain technologies.

Rupert Whitehead serves as the Developer Relations Lead at Input Output, focusing primarily on the Cardano ecosystem. His expertise lies in connecting developers with resources and opportunities within the blockchain space, while helping to translate complex technical concepts for various audience segments. Rupert's work centers on building and nurturing developer communities while ensuring technical content reaches its intended audience effectively.

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]]> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1064 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Farid a.k.a. Dapp Central, a Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Enthusiast, and Rupert Whitehead, Developer Relations Lead at Input Output, to unpack how technical content creators bridge the gap between complex blockchain technology and audience understanding, while examining the delicate balance between education and entertainment in Web3 communities. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Jason Schober is joined by Farid a.k.a. Dapp Central, a Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Enthusiast, and Rupert Whitehead, Developer Relations Lead at Input Output, to unpack how technical content creators bridge the gap between complex blockchain technology and audience understanding, while examining the delicate balance between education and entertainment in Web3 communities. Blockchain education, Web3 communities, Crypto content creators, Cardano ecosystem, Developer relations, Blockchain ecosystem growth, Technical content creation, Crypto education, Blockchain innovation, Decentralized technology, Crypto audience engagement, Web3 storytelling, Crypto influencers, Blockchain learning, Cardano development, Cryptocurrency trends, Decentralized community building, Blockchain communication, Web3 entertainment, Crypto ecosystem No No Securing a Blockchain: First impressions of a Midnight block producer with Bjarne of TECH Pool https://podcasts.fame.so/e/xnymrx1n-first-impressions-midnight-block-producer-bjarne-of-tech-pool Securing a Blockchain: First impressions of a Midnight block producer with Bjarne of TECH Pool 14 No No l14n23l1 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony sits down with Bjarne from TECH Pool, an experienced Cardano stake pool operator, to explore the journey of becoming a Midnight block producer. Through a detailed live demo and practical insights, they discuss the technical requirements, operational differences between Cardano and Midnight nodes, and essential considerations for maintaining true decentralization. Whether you're a stake pool operator looking to expand your horizons or a tech enthusiast interested in privacy-preserving blockchain infrastructure, this episode offers valuable guidance on joining the Midnight Network's growing ecosystem of block producers. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Bjarne from TECH Pool, an experienced Cardano stake pool operator who has recently joined Midnight as a block producer. They explore the technical requirements, operational differences, and practical steps for setting up validator nodes on the Midnight network.


What You'll Learn:
  • How to transition from Cardano stake pool operations to Midnight block production
  • The key infrastructure differences between running Cardano and Midnight nodes
  • Why decentralization matters in block production and how to avoid over-reliance on major cloud providers
  • The essential technical requirements for running a Midnight node, including CPU and RAM specifications
  • How to navigate the block producer registration process with a step-by-step demonstration
  • The importance of proper synchronization of DB sync, Kupo, and Obmios before node registration
  • The critical role of high-performance hardware (especially SSDs) in node operation
  • How established SPOs can expand their operations to include both Cardano and Midnight networks


Bjarne is a Cardano Stake Pool Operator (SPO) and founder of TECH Pool, specializing in blockchain infrastructure and community development. As one of the first Cardano SPOs to onboard as a Midnight block producer, he brings extensive experience in node operation, server maintenance, and blockchain tooling development. His contributions to the Cardano ecosystem include creating JetRadar, a monitoring tool for Djed and Shen transactions, and cglobe.io, an interactive visualization platform demonstrating Cardano's decentralization. With a strong commitment to true decentralization through avoiding major cloud providers, Bjarne focuses on building robust, independent infrastructure while actively engaging with the community through technical support and educational initiatives. His expertise in both Cardano and Midnight networks positions him as a valuable voice for those interested in blockchain infrastructure, decentralization, and privacy-focused technologies

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]]> Thu, 27 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1123 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony sits down with Bjarne from TECH Pool, an experienced Cardano stake pool operator, to explore the journey of becoming a Midnight block producer. Through a detailed live demo and practical insights, they discuss the technical requirements, operational differences between Cardano and Midnight nodes, and essential considerations for maintaining true decentralization. Whether you're a stake pool operator looking to expand your horizons or a tech enthusiast interested in privacy-preserving blockchain infrastructure, this episode offers valuable guidance on joining the Midnight Network's growing ecosystem of block producers. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony sits down with Bjarne from TECH Pool, an experienced Cardano stake pool operator, to explore the journey of becoming a Midnight block producer. Through a detailed live demo and practical insights, they discuss the technical requirements, operational differences between Cardano and Midnight nodes, and essential considerations for maintaining true decentralization. Whether you're a stake pool operator looking to expand your horizons or a tech enthusiast interested in privacy-preserving blockchain infrastructure, this episode offers valuable guidance on joining the Midnight Network's growing ecosystem of block producers. TECH Pool, Cardano, blockchain, block producer, decentralized, future of finance, crypto No No Building a Zero-Knowledge Sea Battle Game with Brick Towers https://podcasts.fame.so/e/2nx06jrn-building-zero-knowledge-sea-battle-game-bricktowers Building a Zero-Knowledge Sea Battle Game with Brick Towers 13 No No 61m6vpq0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Imants Firsts and Sergey Kisel from Brick Towers, recent winners of the Midnight Sea Battle hackathon challenge. They discuss their experience building a privacy-preserving Sea Battle game using zero-knowledge proofs, allowing players to enjoy the classic game while keeping fleet positions completely private. The Brick Towers team shares insights on the challenges they faced, their design principles focused on user experience, and their upcoming project Urble, a blockchain-based goal-oriented saving solution that prioritizes privacy and social interaction. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Imants Firsts and Sergey Kisel from Brick Towers, winners of the Midnight Sea Battle Hackathon challenge.


Join them as they:
  • Discuss their experience participating in the Midnight Hackathon and working with zero-knowledge proofs technology
  • Share their approach to building a privacy-preserving Sea Battle game where players' ship positions remain completely private
  • Explain the technical challenges they faced and how they iterated on their solution multiple times to ensure proper privacy
  • Demonstrate their Sea Battle game with a unique twist - players can bet with shielded tokens
  • Highlight their focus on user experience and accessibility for non-technical users
  • Introduce Urble, their vision for a blockchain-based, privacy-focused saving solution that makes personal finance social and fun
  • Explore the importance of privacy in financial applications and how zero-knowledge proofs can help achieve this


Brick Towers is a startup based in Crypto Valley, Switzerland, with expertise in software and financial engineering. The team consists of Sergey, Imants, and Aldis, who combined their skills in application development, infrastructure, and UI design to create their award-winning Sea Battle game. Beyond hackathons, Brick Towers is developing Urble, a blockchain-based goal-oriented saving solution that preserves privacy while adding social elements to personal finance.


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]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1229 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Imants Firsts and Sergey Kisel from Brick Towers, recent winners of the Midnight Sea Battle hackathon challenge. They discuss their experience building a privacy-preserving Sea Battle game using zero-knowledge proofs, allowing players to enjoy the classic game while keeping fleet positions completely private. The Brick Towers team shares insights on the challenges they faced, their design principles focused on user experience, and their upcoming project Urble, a blockchain-based goal-oriented saving solution that prioritizes privacy and social interaction. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Imants Firsts and Sergey Kisel from Brick Towers, recent winners of the Midnight Sea Battle hackathon challenge. They discuss their experience building a privacy-preserving Sea Battle game using zero-knowledge proofs, allowing players to enjoy the classic game while keeping fleet positions completely private. The Brick Towers team shares insights on the challenges they faced, their design principles focused on user experience, and their upcoming project Urble, a blockchain-based goal-oriented saving solution that prioritizes privacy and social interaction. Zero-knowledge proof, Privacy gaming, Blockchain, Web3, Urble, Bricktowers, DeFi, Hackathon, Sea Battle, dApps, Smart contracts, Crypto gaming, Decentralization, Secure gaming, ZK proofs, Midnight network, Crypto privacy, UX design, Shielded tokens, Game security, Urble, finance, Crypto savings No No Building Zero-Knowledge Infrastructure with Stasia Carson https://podcasts.fame.so/e/mn4xr72n-building-zero-knowledge-infrastructure-with-stasia-carson Building Zero-Knowledge Infrastructure with Stasia Carson 12 No No x06lpj50 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Stasia Carson, CEO and co-founder of Sindri, to discuss how their ZK infrastructure automation platform supports Midnight developers. Stasia demonstrates Sindri's developer-friendly tooling, explains how they're making zero-knowledge proofs more accessible for enterprises, and shares insights on the future of ZK technology in areas like stablecoins and AI. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Stasia Carson, CEO and co-founder of Sindri.

Join them as they:
  • Explore how Sindri's API-first approach makes ZK infrastructure accessible
  • Discuss the synergy between Midnight's TypeScript-based approach and Sindri's enterprise-grade tooling
  • Walk through a live demo of setting up and deploying ZK infrastructure using Sindri's CLI
  • Examine how ZK technology can improve user experience in blockchain applications
  • Look ahead to opportunities in stablecoins and AI
  • And much more!

Stasia Carson is the CEO and co-founder of Sindri, a ZK infrastructure automation company helping teams deploy zero-knowledge technology at scale. With a focus on making complex cryptographic infrastructure accessible through simple APIs, Stasia and her team are working to accelerate the adoption of privacy-preserving technologies across enterprise and web3 applications.

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]]> Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1472 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Stasia Carson, CEO and co-founder of Sindri, to discuss how their ZK infrastructure automation platform supports Midnight developers. Stasia demonstrates Sindri's developer-friendly tooling, explains how they're making zero-knowledge proofs more accessible for enterprises, and shares insights on the future of ZK technology in areas like stablecoins and AI. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Stasia Carson, CEO and co-founder of Sindri, to discuss how their ZK infrastructure automation platform supports Midnight developers. Stasia demonstrates Sindri's developer-friendly tooling, explains how they're making zero-knowledge proofs more accessible for enterprises, and shares insights on the future of ZK technology in areas like stablecoins and AI. blockchain technology, zero-knowledge proofs, decentralized applications (dApps), data protection, enterprise blockchain solutions, developer experience, zk-SNARKs, privacy-preserving technology, API integration for blockchain, automation in blockchain development No No Building Web3 Gaming Ecosystems with Sebastien Guillemot https://podcasts.fame.so/e/0nj0rvln-web3-gaming-ecosystems-sebastien-guillemot Building Web3 Gaming Ecosystems with Sebastien Guillemot 11 No No 40pmvyr1 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Sebastien Guillemot, co-founder of Paima Studios and dcSpark. They explore how Paima Studios is revolutionizing blockchain gaming through their groundbreaking Paima Engine, discussing the evolution from static NFTs to dynamic gaming assets and how Midnight's zero-knowledge technology enables new possibilities in web3 gaming. Through live demos and technical insights, Sebastien showcases how they're building trustless gaming experiences that bridge multiple blockchain ecosystems. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Sebastien Guillemot, co-founder of Paima Studios and dcSpark.

Join them as they:
  • Explore the concept of trustless web3 gaming and its importance
  • Demonstrate live gameplay of Tarochi, showcasing stateful NFTs in action
  • Discuss how the Paima Engine enables cross-chain gaming experiences
  • Examine how zero-knowledge proofs can enhance gaming performance and privacy
  • Preview upcoming features and innovations in blockchain gaming
  • Dive into the technical architecture enabling seamless multi-chain experiences

Sebastien Guillemot is the co-founder of Paima Studios and dcSpark, where he leads the development of innovative blockchain gaming solutions. His work focuses on creating seamless gaming experiences that leverage the full potential of blockchain technology while maintaining user accessibility. Through the Paima Engine, Sebastien and his team are pioneering new approaches to game development that bridge multiple blockchain ecosystems, including Cardano, EVM chains, and Midnight.

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]]> Tue, 21 Jan 2025 20:23:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1651 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Sebastien Guillemot, co-founder of Paima Studios and dcSpark. They explore how Paima Studios is revolutionizing blockchain gaming through their groundbreaking Paima Engine, discussing the evolution from static NFTs to dynamic gaming assets and how Midnight's zero-knowledge technology enables new possibilities in web3 gaming. Through live demos and technical insights, Sebastien showcases how they're building trustless gaming experiences that bridge multiple blockchain ecosystems. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Sebastien Guillemot, co-founder of Paima Studios and dcSpark. They explore how Paima Studios is revolutionizing blockchain gaming through their groundbreaking Paima Engine, discussing the evolution from static NFTs to dynamic gaming assets and how Midnight's zero-knowledge technology enables new possibilities in web3 gaming. Through live demos and technical insights, Sebastien showcases how they're building trustless gaming experiences that bridge multiple blockchain ecosystems. blockchain gaming, trustless Web3 gaming, decentralized applications, zero knowledge technology, NFTs in gaming, stateful NFTs, blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), gaming ecosystems, Web3 development, blockchain solutions for game developers, Web3 tools for developers, gaming innovation for tech enthusiasts, decentralized gaming experiences, NFT integration in games No No Unshielded 2024 Wrap Up: Exploring Midnight's Innovation and Ecosystem https://podcasts.fame.so/e/m84xvv68-unshielded-2024-wrap-up-exploring-midnight-s-innovation-and-ecosystemvv Unshielded 2024 Wrap Up: Exploring Midnight's Innovation and Ecosystem 10 No No x16l44k1 In this special year-in-review episode of Unshielded, host Anthony Day revisits the most insightful conversations and milestones of the past year. Featuring highlights from Charles Hoskinson’s vision for the decentralized web, Mauricio’s roadmap for Midnight, Eran Barak’s introduction to the dual asset system, and Thomas Kerber’s exploration of the Kachina model, this episode also celebrates the innovations from hackathon winners like NuCast and Entropi Labs. Together, these voices showcase the groundbreaking strides made in privacy, programmability, and blockchain technology. In this special year-in-review episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day takes us through the standout moments and groundbreaking discussions that shaped 2024.


This compilation features:
  • Charles Hoskinson’s insights into the future of blockchain, the challenges of mainstream adoption, and the importance of privacy and programmability for Web3
  • Mauricio’s roadmap for Midnight, including advancements like Halo 2 and testnet preparations
  • Eran Barak’s exploration of Midnight’s dual asset system, balancing governance, network sustainability, and transaction privacy
  • Thomas Kerber’s introduction to the Kachina model, bridging the gap between transparency and privacy in smart contracts
  • Highlights from hackathon winners, showcasing innovative dApps like NuCast for content authentication and Entropi Labs’ KYC management solution
  • Reflections on the evolving role of privacy-preserving technologies in an AI-driven world
  • And much more!

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]]> Mon, 30 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 2284 In this special year-in-review episode of Unshielded, host Anthony Day revisits the most insightful conversations and milestones of the past year. Featuring highlights from Charles Hoskinson’s vision for the decentralized web, Mauricio’s roadmap for Midnight, Eran Barak’s introduction to the dual asset system, and Thomas Kerber’s exploration of the Kachina model, this episode also celebrates the innovations from hackathon winners like NuCast and Entropi Labs. Together, these voices showcase the groundbreaking strides made in privacy, programmability, and blockchain technology. In this special year-in-review episode of Unshielded, host Anthony Day revisits the most insightful conversations and milestones of the past year. Featuring highlights from Charles Hoskinson’s vision for the decentralized web, Mauricio’s roadmap for Midnight, Eran Barak’s introduction to the dual asset system, and Thomas Kerber’s exploration of the Kachina model, this episode also celebrates the innovations from hackathon winners like NuCast and Entropi Labs. Together, these voices showcase the groundbreaking strides made in privacy, programmability, and blockchain technology. No No Building Data Protection Use Cases: Insights from Midnight Hackathon Winners https://podcasts.fame.so/e/4892m43n-ep-9-i-building-data-protection-use-cases-insights-from-midnight-hackathon-winners Building Data Protection Use Cases: Insights from Midnight Hackathon Winners 9 No No v17vrn20 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with three winning teams from recent Midnight hackathons. The teams showcase their innovative data protection solutions built using Midnight's zero-knowledge technology. From KYC management to content authentication and anonymous polling systems, discover how developers are leveraging Midnight to solve real-world privacy challenges. Get insights into the development process, lessons learned, and the future of privacy-preserving applications. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with three winning teams from recent Midnight hackathons to explore their innovative solutions.

Join them as they discuss:

  • How Midnight's developer-friendly SDKs and APIs abstract away the complexity of zero-knowledge proofs
  • Entropi Labs' approach to revolutionizing KYC management with user-controlled data access
  • Nucast's solution for tackling content authentication and fighting misinformation in an AI-driven world
  • Edda Labs' private polling system and their journey from hackathon to real-world applications
  • Firsthand insights into the development experience across different blockchain platforms
  • How Midnight's private and public state capabilities enable privacy-centric applications
  • The importance of privacy features for future real-world asset (RWA) implementations
  • And much more!

The episode features Vito Melchionna from Entropi Labs, winners at Cardano Hackathon Berlin; Sricharan Ganta and Sam Jeffery from Nucast, winners of Midnight hackathon at Rare Evo Las Vegas; and Erick Romero from Edda Labs, winners of the inaugural Midnight Virtual Hackathon. Each team shares their experience building with Midnight, demonstrates their winning solutions, and offers valuable advice for developers interested in zero-knowledge technology.

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]]> Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1573 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with three winning teams from recent Midnight hackathons. The teams showcase their innovative data protection solutions built using Midnight's zero-knowledge technology. From KYC management to content authentication and anonymous polling systems, discover how developers are leveraging Midnight to solve real-world privacy challenges. Get insights into the development process, lessons learned, and the future of privacy-preserving applications. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with three winning teams from recent Midnight hackathons. The teams showcase their innovative data protection solutions built using Midnight's zero-knowledge technology. From KYC management to content authentication and anonymous polling systems, discover how developers are leveraging Midnight to solve real-world privacy challenges. Get insights into the development process, lessons learned, and the future of privacy-preserving applications. No No Unlocking Web3: Lace Wallet's Journey with Midnight ft. Brandon Wolf https://podcasts.fame.so/e/vn55j4mn-unlocking-web3-lace-wallet-s-journey-with-midnight-ft-brandon-wolf Unlocking Web3: Lace Wallet's Journey with Midnight ft. Brandon Wolf 8 No No 80qq3xz0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Brandon Wolf, GM of Lace Wallet. They discuss the crucial role of wallets in Web3 user experience, Lace's innovative approach, and its integration with the Midnight network. Brandon shares insights on Lace's development journey, and future plans, including mobile and multi-chain support, and demonstrates a live transaction on the Midnight testnet. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Brandon Wolf, GM of Lace Wallet.

Join them as discuss:
  • The evolution of Brandon's career from webmaster to GM of Lace Wallet
  • The importance of wallets as entry points for users in the Web3 ecosystem
  • Lace Wallet's current functionalities and future roadmap, including mobile support and multi-chain capabilities
  • The collaborative journey between Lace and Midnight in developing interoperability
  • A live demonstration of a shielded transaction on the Midnight testnet using Lace Wallet
  • Lace's upcoming features and its vision for becoming a premier wallet in the world

Brandon Wolf brings over 25 years of technology experience to his role as GM of Lace Wallet. His journey from webmaster to CTO positions at companies like Napster and Algorand has equipped him with a unique perspective on the evolution of web technologies. Now at Lace, Brandon is leading efforts to create a user-friendly entry point for both crypto-savvy users and newcomers to the Web3 space.

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Episode Highlights:
[00:00:52] Brandon's journey from webmaster to GM of Lace Wallet
[00:02:27] The importance of wallets in the Web3 user experience
[00:03:37] Lace Wallet's current functionalities and future roadmap
[00:05:18] Collaboration between Lace and Midnight for interoperability
[00:07:01] Live demonstration of a shielded transaction on Midnight testnet
[00:10:17] Upcoming features and developments for Lace Wallet

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]]> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 702 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Brandon Wolf, GM of Lace Wallet. They discuss the crucial role of wallets in Web3 user experience, Lace's innovative approach, and its integration with the Midnight network. Brandon shares insights on Lace's development journey, and future plans, including mobile and multi-chain support, and demonstrates a live transaction on the Midnight testnet. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Brandon Wolf, GM of Lace Wallet. They discuss the crucial role of wallets in Web3 user experience, Lace's innovative approach, and its integration with the Midnight network. Brandon shares insights on Lace's development journey, and future plans, including mobile and multi-chain support, and demonstrates a live transaction on the Midnight testnet. Lace Wallet, Brandon Wolf, web3, blockchain, Midnight, Anthony DAy, crypto No No Unlocking Privacy: The Future of Data-Protecting Smart Contracts with Thomas Kerber https://podcasts.fame.so/e/28x0zxv8-unlocking-privacy-the-future-of-data-protecting-smart-contracts-with-thomas-kerber Unlocking Privacy: The Future of Data-Protecting Smart Contracts with Thomas Kerber 7 No No 60m6kjz1 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Thomas Kerber, Technical Architect at Midnight. They explore the evolution of the Kachina Protocol into Midnight, discussing the challenges and innovations in data-protecting smart contracts. Thomas provides insights into zero-knowledge proofs, demonstrates a round-trip transaction on Midnight, and shares his vision for the future of blockchain privacy. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Thomas Kerber, Technical Architect at Midnight.

Join them as we discuss:
  • The Kachina model for smart contracts and its novel approach to privacy in blockchain
  • The evolution of Kachina from research to implementation in the Midnight network
  • The challenges developers face when working with zero-knowledge proofs
  • A round-trip transaction on Midnight, showcasing the intricacies of data-protecting smart contracts
  • The potential impact of data-protecting smart contracts on blockchain adoption and data sovereignty
  • The future of privacy-preserving blockchain technology and its applications

Thomas Kerber is a Technical Architect at Midnight, with a significant background in computer security and blockchain technology. His work on the Kachina Protocol and its evolution into Midnight has been groundbreaking in the field of smart contracts. Thomas brings a wealth of experience from his research and development at Input Output Global, particularly in the areas of privacy and scalability in blockchain systems.

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Episode Highlights:
[00:01:27] The potential of data-protecting smart contracts
[00:04:07] Overview of the Kachina model for smart contracts
[00:06:33] Evolution of Kachina into the Midnight Network
[00:08:42] SNARK upgradability in Midnight's design
[00:11:41] How zero-knowledge proofs enable data protection in smart contracts
[00:13:16] Challenges for developers working with zero-knowledge proofs
[00:16:28] Live demo: A round-trip transaction on Midnight
[00:30:47] The future of data-protecting smart contracts

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]]> Tue, 08 Oct 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 2082 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Thomas Kerber, Technical Architect at Midnight. They explore the evolution of the Kachina Protocol into Midnight, discussing the challenges and innovations in data-protecting smart contracts. Thomas provides insights into zero-knowledge proofs, demonstrates a round-trip transaction on Midnight, and shares his vision for the future of blockchain privacy. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Thomas Kerber, Technical Architect at Midnight. They explore the evolution of the Kachina Protocol into Midnight, discussing the challenges and innovations in data-protecting smart contracts. Thomas provides insights into zero-knowledge proofs, demonstrates a round-trip transaction on Midnight, and shares his vision for the future of blockchain privacy. Blockchain, Ethereum, technical architect, Anthony Day, Midnight, Thomas Kerber, Kachina, zero=knowledge proofs, blockchain technology, Input output global No No The Midnight Nightpaper: Introducing a New Era of Blockchain Technology https://podcasts.fame.so/e/1npvvzrn-midnight-nightpaper-introducing-a-new-era-of-blockchain-technology The Midnight Nightpaper: Introducing a New Era of Blockchain Technology 6 No No z0r33ml1 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, Eran Barak, Ben Beckmann, Thomas Kerber, Anthony Day, Mauricio Magaldi, and Fahmi Syed delve into a detailed introduction of the Midnight network—a new generation of blockchain technology enabling apps with robust data protection and zero-knowledge proofs. The discussion covers Midnight's architecture, partner chain status with Cardano, its use of Typescript, and the utility of NIGHT and DUST tokens. Learn about the roadmaps, architectural features, and diverse use cases like digital identity, asset tokenization, and secure voting. Join the conversation on how Midnight transforms data governance and blockchain interoperability. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, a team of experts introduces the groundbreaking Midnight network.

Join them as they cover:
  • The challenges in current data management and blockchain adoption
  • Midnight's innovative approach to data protection and blockchain utility
  • The architecture and design of the Midnight network
  • The Compact programming language and its benefits
  • Real-world use cases for Midnight
  • Midnight's unique token system with NIGHT and DUST
  • The roadmap from Devnet to beyond Mainnet
  • Ecosystem development and support for various participants
  • And much more!

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]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1198 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, Eran Barak, Ben Beckmann, Thomas Kerber, Anthony Day, Mauricio Magaldi, and Fahmi Syed delve into a detailed introduction of the Midnight network—a new generation of blockchain technology enabling apps with robust data protection and zero-knowledge proofs. The discussion covers Midnight's architecture, partner chain status with Cardano, its use of Typescript, and the utility of NIGHT and DUST tokens. Learn about the roadmaps, architectural features, and diverse use cases like digital identity, asset tokenization, and secure voting. Join the conversation on how Midnight transforms data governance and blockchain interoperability. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, Eran Barak, Ben Beckmann, Thomas Kerber, Anthony Day, Mauricio Magaldi, and Fahmi Syed delve into a detailed introduction of the Midnight network—a new generation of blockchain technology enabling apps with robust data protection and zero-knowledge proofs. The discussion covers Midnight's architecture, partner chain status with Cardano, its use of Typescript, and the utility of NIGHT and DUST tokens. Learn about the roadmaps, architectural features, and diverse use cases like digital identity, asset tokenization, and secure voting. Join the conversation on how Midnight transforms data governance and blockchain interoperability. Blockchain, midnight, devnet, testnet, mainnet, Eran Barak, Mauricio Magaldi, ben Beckmann, thomas kerber, anthony day, Midnight network, NIGHT, DUST, Ecosystem development,dta protection No No Compact Language: Powering Smart Contracts on Midnight with Kevin Millikin https://podcasts.fame.so/e/68rrkr48-compact-language-powering-smart-contracts-midnight-kevin-millikin Compact Language: Powering Smart Contracts on Midnight with Kevin Millikin 5 No No 8056z691 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with Kevin Millikin, Principal Architect for Midnight. Join them as they dive into Compact, a TypeScript-based language for smart contracts on the Midnight Blockchain. Kevin explains how Compact ensures data remains private by running contracts both on-chain and off-chain. He discusses the importance of a strong developer experience, future enhancements, and the need for clear communication in evolving the language. The episode includes a live demo and encourages developers to engage with the Midnight community to innovate in decentralized applications. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with Kevin Millikin, Principal Architect for Midnight. Join them as they discuss:
  • An under-the-hood look at Compact as a programming language
  • Why Midnight needs its own language, and the importance of great developer experience. Kevin highlights the differences in working with Blockchain technology
  • A live demo of Compact language by showcasing the code for a bulletin board app
  • Compact roadmap: Aligning more closely with TypeScript
  • Why developers need to join the Midnight Discord channel
  • The need to innovate in decentralized applications

Kevin Millikin is a seasoned software architect specializing in programming language design and implementation. Currently, at Midnight, he is instrumental in developing a cutting-edge data protection blockchain platform. This innovative platform leverages zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs to ensure secure computations while maintaining privacy. Kevin's work focuses on designing a domain-specific language (DSL) for smart contracts, creating a compiler targeting JavaScript, and developing a custom virtual machine runtime for on-chain computations. His expertise extends to building support libraries, developer tools, and the overall architecture that drives this privacy-focused blockchain solution.

Kevin has also worked at Google and Deep Mind and, while there, worked on an experimental Python optimizing JIT compiler using the CPython interpreter and runtime. This was open-sourced as S6 (https://github.com/google-deepmind/s6). He also worked on Alphabet-internal Python development tools, including Python static typing and static analysis of Python programs.

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]]> Thu, 22 Aug 2024 07:24:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1306 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with Kevin Millikin, Principal Architect for Midnight. Join them as they dive into Compact, a TypeScript-based language for smart contracts on the Midnight Blockchain. Kevin explains how Compact ensures data remains private by running contracts both on-chain and off-chain. He discusses the importance of a strong developer experience, future enhancements, and the need for clear communication in evolving the language. The episode includes a live demo and encourages developers to engage with the Midnight community to innovate in decentralized applications. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day connects with Kevin Millikin, Principal Architect for Midnight. Join them as they dive into Compact, a TypeScript-based language for smart contracts on the Midnight Blockchain. Kevin explains how Compact ensures data remains private by running contracts both on-chain and off-chain. He discusses the importance of a strong developer experience, future enhancements, and the need for clear communication in evolving the language. The episode includes a live demo and encourages developers to engage with the Midnight community to innovate in decentralized applications. devApps, Midnight, blockchain, Cardano, compact, Kevin Millikin, programming language No No The Midnight Roadmap for Enhanced Data Protection in Blockchain with Maurício Magaldi https://podcasts.fame.so/e/4n92v0q8-the-midnight-roadmap-for-enhanced-data-protection-in-blockchain-with-mauricio-magaldi The Midnight Roadmap for Enhanced Data Protection in Blockchain with Maurício Magaldi 4 No No v07v5471 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Mauricio Magaldi, Head of Product at Midnight, as they delve into the cutting-edge features of Midnight’s blockchain technology. Explore zero-knowledge proofs, data protection, and the challenges and opportunities of integrating decentralized tech in traditional finance. Discover Midnight's innovative smart contract system, the roadmap to Mainnet, and how the community can actively participate in shaping its future. Don't miss insights into the future of web3 and blockchain technology from an industry expert. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Mauricio Magaldi, Head of Product at Midnight.

Join them as they:
  • Shine a light on the critical role of ZKPs in enhancing data protection
  • Explain Midnight's innovative smart contract system
  • Explore the hurdles in adopting blockchain within traditional finance (TradFi)
  • Examine the slow regulatory adaptation, the burden of legacy technology, and the risks associated with data exposure on public blockchains
  • Unpack Midnight’s roadmap to Mainnet (and beyond)
  • Discuss Midnight’s ambition to become a ubiquitous yet discreet infrastructure
  • And much more!

Mauricio Magaldi is a seasoned expert in blockchain technology and data governance and is currently Head of Product at Midnight. With a robust background in finance and a significant tenure as a Chief Data Officer, Mauricio has cultivated deep expertise in data protection, zero-knowledge proofs, and blockchain applications. His professional journey includes pivotal roles at IBM, HSBC and 11:FS, contributing to the development and strategic direction of blockchain solutions. Recognized as a Top 10 Thought Leader in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency by Thinkers360, Mauricio's impact spans across multiple industries, while the majority of his recent experience has been driving business transformation and innovation in financial services. 

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]]> Tue, 30 Jul 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 2275 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Mauricio Magaldi, Head of Product at Midnight, as they delve into the cutting-edge features of Midnight’s blockchain technology. Explore zero-knowledge proofs, data protection, and the challenges and opportunities of integrating decentralized tech in traditional finance. Discover Midnight's innovative smart contract system, the roadmap to Mainnet, and how the community can actively participate in shaping its future. Don't miss insights into the future of web3 and blockchain technology from an industry expert. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Mauricio Magaldi, Head of Product at Midnight, as they delve into the cutting-edge features of Midnight’s blockchain technology. Explore zero-knowledge proofs, data protection, and the challenges and opportunities of integrating decentralized tech in traditional finance. Discover Midnight's innovative smart contract system, the roadmap to Mainnet, and how the community can actively participate in shaping its future. Don't miss insights into the future of web3 and blockchain technology from an industry expert. Midnight, data protection, Mauricio Magaldi, Anthony Day, Blockchain, zero-knowledge proofs, decentralized technology, web3, future of web3 No No Building Data Protecting DApps on Midnight with Jonathan Sobel https://podcasts.fame.so/e/p8lxwv78-building-data-protecting-dapps-on-midnight-with-jonathan-sobel Building Data Protecting DApps on Midnight with Jonathan Sobel 3 No No x1ln3z81 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Jonathan Sobel, the Consulting Architect for Midnight at Input Output Global, to discuss the Midnight architecture, zero-knowledge proofs, and the seamless integration of public and private data in blockchain technology. Dive into a live demo showcasing the creation of a bulletin board DApp on Midnight. Uncover the patterns and possibilities for developers with the power of data-protecting smart contracts on the decentralized internet. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Jonathan Sobel, the Consulting Architect for Midnight at Input Output Global.

Join them as they:
  • Discuss Midnight’s architecture, including the role of compilers, contracts, decentralized blockchain nodes, and proof servers
  • Shine a light on the significance of zero-knowledge proofs and their role in enhancing security
  • Explore how zero-knowledge proofs and data-separating mechanisms can change the way developers approach building secure applications.
  • A live demo of how to set up Midnight on your machine, how to code, launch and interact with the bulletin board demo DApp
  • And much more!

Jonathan Sobel is the Consulting Architect for Midnight at Input Output Global, tasked with designing and deploying complex systems while specializing in software architecture, programming language design, and implementation. With a background in storage management, risk management, and regulatory compliance, Jonathan brings a wealth of experience to his role at Midnight, focusing on making blockchain technology accessible and beneficial for developers from all backgrounds.

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]]> Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 2093 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Jonathan Sobel, the Consulting Architect for Midnight at Input Output Global, to discuss the Midnight architecture, zero-knowledge proofs, and the seamless integration of public and private data in blockchain technology. Dive into a live demo showcasing the creation of a bulletin board DApp on Midnight. Uncover the patterns and possibilities for developers with the power of data-protecting smart contracts on the decentralized internet. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Jonathan Sobel, the Consulting Architect for Midnight at Input Output Global, to discuss the Midnight architecture, zero-knowledge proofs, and the seamless integration of public and private data in blockchain technology. Dive into a live demo showcasing the creation of a bulletin board DApp on Midnight. Uncover the patterns and possibilities for developers with the power of data-protecting smart contracts on the decentralized internet. DApps, Blockchain, Midnight, Anthony Day, Jonathan Sobel, Input Output Global, programming, software architecture, risk management, storage management, bitcoin No No Bringing Midnight to the Masses: Scaling a Data Protection Blockchain with Eran Barak https://podcasts.fame.so/e/p8m5wmr8-bringing-midnight-to-the-masses-scaling-a-data-protection-blockchain-with-eran-barak Bringing Midnight to the Masses: Scaling a Data Protection Blockchain with Eran Barak 3 No No 70vl9ry0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Eran Barak, CEO of Midnight, to discuss Midnight's mission to transform blockchain technology by enhancing data security using decentralized systems and zero-knowledge proofs. Eran delves into real-world applications like KYC, AI advancements, and the challenges of current KYC processes. Discover. Uncover how Midnight aims to address blockchain limitations and empower developers to build privacy-centric applications. This episode is brought to you by Midnight.


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]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1637 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Eran Barak, CEO of Midnight, to discuss Midnight's mission to transform blockchain technology by enhancing data security using decentralized systems and zero-knowledge proofs. Eran delves into real-world applications like KYC, AI advancements, and the challenges of current KYC processes. Discover. Uncover how Midnight aims to address blockchain limitations and empower developers to build privacy-centric applications. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Eran Barak, CEO of Midnight, to discuss Midnight's mission to transform blockchain technology by enhancing data security using decentralized systems and zero-knowledge proofs. Eran delves into real-world applications like KYC, AI advancements, and the challenges of current KYC processes. Discover. Uncover how Midnight aims to address blockchain limitations and empower developers to build privacy-centric applications. No No The Future of Blockchain: Interoperability, Privacy, and User Experience https://podcasts.fame.so/e/mn4x526n-future-blockchain-interoperability-privacy-user-experience The Future of Blockchain: Interoperability, Privacy, and User Experience 2 No No x06l35k0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, to discuss the practical applications of Midnight, highlighting how it can enhance privacy and utility without compromising security. They also dive into the pitfalls of current solutions and delve into the concept of partner chains and interoperability. Discover how Midnight aims to revolutionize decentralized technology by providing secure, computational privacy. Tune in to hear a visionary perspective on building a safer, more efficient decentralized Internet. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global.

Join them as they:
  • Delve into Midnight’s real-world use cases and benefits  
  • Shine a light on the importance of simplifying blockchain for the masses
  • Unpack Midnight's role as a partner chain in Cardano's ecosystem
  • Examine the future of secure, interoperable blockchain solutions
  • Explore Midnight's vision for web3 interoperability and data protection 
  • And much more!

Charles Hoskinson is the Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, a blockchain engineering company. A prominent figure in the blockchain community, Charles is known for his significant contributions to the development of blockchain technology. He first entered the blockchain space to create sound money and trustworthy institutions. Charles was a co-founder of Ethereum and has since founded various pivotal projects under Input Output Global, including Cardano and Midnight.

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]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 1418 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, to discuss the practical applications of Midnight, highlighting how it can enhance privacy and utility without compromising security. They also dive into the pitfalls of current solutions and delve into the concept of partner chains and interoperability. Discover how Midnight aims to revolutionize decentralized technology by providing secure, computational privacy. Tune in to hear a visionary perspective on building a safer, more efficient decentralized Internet. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, to discuss the practical applications of Midnight, highlighting how it can enhance privacy and utility without compromising security. They also dive into the pitfalls of current solutions and delve into the concept of partner chains and interoperability. Discover how Midnight aims to revolutionize decentralized technology by providing secure, computational privacy. Tune in to hear a visionary perspective on building a safer, more efficient decentralized Internet. Charles Hoskinson, Anthony Day, Web3, web2, Blockchain, Midnight, Ethereum, Input output, metadata, innovations, futute fo blockchain, future No No The Midnight Origin Story with Charles Hoskinson https://podcasts.fame.so/e/lnq2v478-the-midnight-origin-story-with-charles-hoskinson The Midnight Origin Story with Charles Hoskinson 1 No No 81nkrxm0 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, to discuss the origins of Midnight, its unique technological innovations, and the challenges of maintaining privacy in blockchain transactions. Discover how Midnight integrates identity, private smart contracts, and multi-resource consensus to facilitate decentralized, compliant, and private transactions—revolutionizing the way we think about blockchain applications. Don't miss insights into how Midnight aims to create a more secure and equitable digital future. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global.

Join them as they:
  • Delve into the vision behind Midnight
  • Unpack the core technologies driving Midnight
  • Midnight's role in creating a universal consensus algorithm
  • Shine a light on the challenges of transparency in Web3
  • Examine why previous generations of blockchains can't keep a secret 
  • Consider why projects like Midnight are needed to unlock wider adoption of decentralized technology
  • And much more!

Charles Hoskinson is the Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, a blockchain engineering company. A prominent figure in the blockchain community, Charles is known for his significant contributions to the development of blockchain technology. He first entered the blockchain space to create sound money and trustworthy institutions. Charles was a co-founder of Ethereum and has since founded various pivotal projects under Input Output Global, including Cardano and Midnight.

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]]> Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 2842 In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, to discuss the origins of Midnight, its unique technological innovations, and the challenges of maintaining privacy in blockchain transactions. Discover how Midnight integrates identity, private smart contracts, and multi-resource consensus to facilitate decentralized, compliant, and private transactions—revolutionizing the way we think about blockchain applications. Don't miss insights into how Midnight aims to create a more secure and equitable digital future. In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, to discuss the origins of Midnight, its unique technological innovations, and the challenges of maintaining privacy in blockchain transactions. Discover how Midnight integrates identity, private smart contracts, and multi-resource consensus to facilitate decentralized, compliant, and private transactions—revolutionizing the way we think about blockchain applications. Don't miss insights into how Midnight aims to create a more secure and equitable digital future. Charles Hoskinson, Anthony Day, Web3, web2, Blockchain, Midnight, Ethereum, Input output, metadata, innovations, futute fo blockchain, future No No Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast Trailer https://podcasts.fame.so/e/28x04xm8-unshielded-trailer Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast Trailer 0 No No 60m6rj51 Ever wondered how blockchain technology can revolutionize data protection? Or how zero-knowledge technology can empower a more equitable internet? Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We help you understand and use zero-knowledge technology for building better apps and scaling the decentralized internet. We’ll be speaking with guests like: Charles Hoskinson, Eran Barak and Mauricio Magaldid Make sure to search for unshielded in Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, or anywhere else podcasts are found and follow so you don’t miss any future episodes. Ever wondered how blockchain technology can revolutionize data protection? Or how zero-knowledge technology can empower a more equitable internet?

Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight.

We help you understand and use zero-knowledge technology for building better apps and scaling the decentralized internet.

We’ll be speaking with guests like:

Charles Hoskinson, Eran Barak and Mauricio Magaldid

Make sure to search for unshielded in Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, or anywhere else podcasts are found and follow so you don’t miss any future episodes.
This episode is brought to you by Midnight.


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]]> Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:00 +0000 Midnight Midnight 50 Ever wondered how blockchain technology can revolutionize data protection? Or how zero-knowledge technology can empower a more equitable internet? Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We help you understand and use zero-knowledge technology for building better apps and scaling the decentralized internet. We’ll be speaking with guests like: Charles Hoskinson, Eran Barak and Mauricio Magaldid Make sure to search for unshielded in Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, or anywhere else podcasts are found and follow so you don’t miss any future episodes. Ever wondered how blockchain technology can revolutionize data protection? Or how zero-knowledge technology can empower a more equitable internet? Welcome to Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight. We help you understand and use zero-knowledge technology for building better apps and scaling the decentralized internet. We’ll be speaking with guests like: Charles Hoskinson, Eran Barak and Mauricio Magaldid Make sure to search for unshielded in Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, or anywhere else podcasts are found and follow so you don’t miss any future episodes. Anthony Day, Charles Hoskinson, Eran Barak, Midnight, Blockchain, What is blockchain, Blockchain Technology, blockchain explorer, what is a blockchain, riot blockchain stock, what is, block chain technology, blockchain wallet fintech, riot blockchain stock, blockchain definition, blockchain backer, blockchain meaning, hive blockchain midnight, blockchain stock, blockchain developer, blockchain development company, how does block chain work, what is the purpose of block chain technology No No