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Decentralized Voices

Welcome to Decentralized Voices - the human-focused podcast where Daria Volkova interviews top AI and web3 founders to chat about what happens when you ship frontier tech products.Decentralized Voices is more than a podcast. It’s a space to amplify resilience, to share the deep, funny, and inspiring stories behind the titles, and to remind everyone that Web3 is ultimately about people — not just code or hype.It is heard in 40 countries and 116 cities worldwide.Among the guests are founders and core

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All Episodes

00:53:40

Is Privacy a Human Right or a Cypherpunk Dream? Part 1

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2026/03/19

Most people assume their online activity is private. It isn't, and in Web3, the illusion runs even deeper.In this episode, Daria sits down with Mykola Siusko, co-founder of Web3Privacy Now, a global non-commercial movement building the infrastructure for a truly private internet. Born in the post-Soviet world, shaped by pirate culture and digital activism, Mykola spent years inside the surveillance capitalism machine before deciding to dismantle it instead.They get into the real meaning of privacy:

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00:41:57

The state of Web3 grants in 2026: What's working and...

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2026/03/10

In this episode, Daria sits down with Mashal Waqar, CMO at Octant, Forbes 30 Under 30 Middle East honoree, and co-author of the State of Web3 Grants Report.Mashal shares her unconventional journey — from cybersecurity and co-founding a media platform with millions of readers, to launching the first femtech startup in the Middle East, and ultimately becoming a leading voice in Ethereum public goods funding.They unpack what it means to be Ethereum-aligned in 2026, how Octant's DeFi Vaults are

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00:30:11

How to get hired in web3 in 2026 if you're based...

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2026/02/26

Don't come to Web3 unless you're from the US: ~70% of jobs are US-based. Builders in Africa, Latam, and SE Asia are locked out. Meet Solene Daviaud, founder of Dev3pack, who is changing that: 500+ active builders, 25+ countries, local chapters launching across 3 continents.In this episode, she breaks down the hard truth behind the Web3 job market, why big blockchain companies pay for onboarding new developers in Africa and Latam, and what separates hackathon winners from everyone else.Highlights:🔸

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00:29:25

Ukrainian 5-Person Team Built a Travel App on Solana...

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2026/02/19

Ivan Maltsev, co-founder of Nomadz, built a Solana-based travel aggregator. In this episode, Ivan breaks down how traditional platforms pocket roughly 30% on every booking while returning expired coupons as "loyalty rewards", and how Nomadz replaces that with an onchain travel identity.Daria and Ivan are also get into what it took to win the Solana Mobile hackathon, launch on the Seeker phone, and why his lean team of five, building from Kyiv and Dubai, treats resource constraints as a competitive

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00:31:47

AgentFi Will Replace Financial Analysts by 2030 |...

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2026/02/04

Would you trust AI with your money? 🤖💸In this episode, Daria welcomes Dariia Porechna, a cryptographer, former Wolfram Research engineer, and co-founder of EternaX, for a rapid-fire "Bullish or Bullshit" session on the hottest takes in AgentFi, DeFi, and startup culture. Key Takeaways:🔸 80% of blockchain transactions are already bots🔸 Only 1% of crypto holders use DeFi🔸 2026 is the best time ever to start a startup with AI as your superpower🔸 Altcoin season may never return the same way🔗

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37:39

From Seoul to the World Stage: Erica Kang’s Hot Take...

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2025/12/18

In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria interviews Erica Kang, founder of KryptoPlanet (formerly KryptoSeoul), organizer of BUIDL Asia and ETHSeoul, and GP at Black Dragon Capital, about what works in web3 community building:🔸 building trust in a low-trust market🔸 making events sustainable without turning into a shill-fest🔸 scaling from a local scene (Seoul) to global presence (Lisbon, Dubai, Vietnam, Paris)Erica also shares candidly how motherhood reshaped her decision-making, why “quick

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45:13

Ethereum Layer 2 Infra vs Hype: The Truth About...

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2025/11/27

Ethereum L2s are exploding, enterprises are finally paying attention, and DAOs are going through an identity crisis. In this episode, Daria talks with Krzysztof Urbański, blockchain researcher and head of governance & partnerships at L2BEAT, about what’s happening across the Ethereum scaling and governance landscape.Drawing on 20+ years in IT and deep experience with financial infrastructure, Krzysztof breaks down how Ethereum L2s work, what real security guarantees look like, and why

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29:17

Dima Buterin on Ethereum Values vs Bitcoin, Support...

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2025/11/13

Dima Buterin — entrepreneur, philosopher, and lifelong learner. Many know him as the father of Ethereum’s co-creator, Vitalik Buterin, but Dima’s story stands powerfully on its own. From his early ventures in software to deep reflections on freedom and human potential, Dima brings a rare combination of tech curiosity and personal growth.In this episode, we’ll discuss the challenges of modern society and the evolution of technology, Dima’s support for Ukraine, and his vision of freedom and

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21:09

Ethereum Devconnect Argentina: Biggest Web3 Event and...

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2025/10/30

Ethereum’s Devconnect 2025 in Buenos Aires could become the Web3 event of the year, maybe even the decade. It will take place November 17-22 in a hybrid, city-scale format: a central venue at La Rural featuring 10 stages and 40+ independently programmed events, plus the inaugural Ethereum World’s Fair -- eight districts where Web3 newcomers can set up a wallet, on-ramp into crypto, and even buy food with it. Nathan Sexer, Event Lead at the Ethereum Foundation, breaks down the mission, the local

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22:21

From Photographer to Ethereum Evangelist: ETHGlobal...

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2025/10/23

Meet Kevin Jones, a Developer Relations Engineer at Edge & Node and The Graph, and a long-time advocate for Ethereum. His journey from photographer to web3 evangelist is anything but conventional. In the new episode on Decentralized Voices, Daria and Kevin discuss: 🔸 How to create authentic developer relationships in the Ethereum ecosystem 🔸 The evolution of DevRel and the power of mentorship in web3 🔸 The role of BuidlGuidl in developer education 🔸 The meaning of "true decentralization"

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28:38

Ethereum OG on The Code Is Law Movie, The DAO and...

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2025/10/16

How much do you know about the biggest crypto heists that changed the industry forever? How did an 18-year-old hacker steal millions, and who were the people who protected the funds? The “Code Is Law” movie brings to light what was hidden for years!This episode with Daniel Luca, Tech Partner at Eden Block VC and film contributor, gives a raw look at the biggest crypto heists in history and the hackers who claim they broke no laws.Daniel shares his journey from early Ethereum developer to security

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40:20

Starknet Head of Ecosystem on Web3 Startups, Bitcoin...

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2025/10/09

In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria sits down with Henri Lieutaud, Head of Ecosystem at the Starknet Foundation, for a deep dive into how Starknet is building the backbone of the next onchain economy.From the bold vision behind BTCFi — a trustless Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem — to the creation of initiatives like Founders/Devs Basecamp and Starktagon, Henri shares how Starknet empowers developers and founders to build products and businesses, not just smart contracts.You’ll learn: 🔸 Henri’s

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30:05

Crypto Product Manager’s Playbook: Crucial Metrics,...

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2025/10/01

What's the hardest part of building crypto products and how to develop a product combining organic growth and paid incentives? Daria welcomes Vadym Nesterenko — a DeFi researcher, product manager, startup investor, and a great person she has known since 2018, back when web3 was simply called crypto.In this episode, we discuss product management playbook for DeFi, the cold-start problem in startups, and the benefits of building for long-term value vs chasing hype.You’ll learn:🔸 The hardest part of

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46:21

10 Biggest Myths of Crypto Marketing: Community,...

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2025/09/25

In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria sits down with Aixa, who leads the ecosystem at Sophon and Bachi, who heads brand and community at Rootstock, to bust 10 biggest myths in crypto marketing.From “build it and they will come” to “airdrops create loyalty,” the trio dives into 10 of the most viral takes from crypto twitter, debunking, confirming, and laughing along the way.Discover: 🔸 Why web3 community isn’t always what it seems 🔸 Whether tokens and airdrops actually drive long-term

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24:57

OKX Singapore CEO on Token2049, Driving Growth with...

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2025/09/18

In this episode of Decentralized Voices, Daria Volkova speaks with Gracie Lin, CEO of OKX Singapore, about her journey from fintech and mobility to leading the local office at one of the world’s largest crypto platforms in Singapore. Gracie shares how OKX is building for users in Singapore, why trust and compliance are at the core of growth, and how the company is preparing for Token2049, with a focus on real-world blockchain use cases. She also opens up about OKX’s partnership with the McLaren

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41:22

Why Blockchain Oracles with ZK Proofs are...

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2025/08/20

What makes oracles the backbone of DeFi? In this episode, we sit down with Niklas Kunkel, founder of Chronicle and one of the builders of MakerDAO, to uncover how oracle infrastructure powers DeFi, RWAs (real-world assets), and the next wave of Web3 adoption.👉 You’ll learn:Niklas’ journey IBM → MakerDAO → ChronicleWhy oracles are the Achilles’ heel of every DeFi protocolThe rise of tokenized assets (RWAs) and why oracles are key to mainstream growthChronicle vs Chainlink, Redstone & Pyth —

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30:48

Get This Web3 Marketing Job! Secrets of Quality...

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2025/08/13

Want to break into Web3 marketing or hire the perfect marketer? In this episode, Daria chats with Lindsay Casale, CMO at Pi Squared. Lindsay shares insider tips on landing jobs, avoiding hiring mistakes, and building a powerful network in crypto. You’ll learn: 🔸 The biggest hiring mistakes startups make 🔸 Which type of marketer you need at each stage of your company 🔸 Tips for building connections in Web3 to be hired 🔸 Why storytelling is becoming essential for Web3 brands Whether you’re a

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9:09

Crypto Noir, Part 2: Devconnect in Buenos Aires and...

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2025/08/11

At Devconnect Buenos Aires, the blockchain world gathers for innovation, deals… and secrets. Anna’s search for the truth about the mysterious Vault 25 draws her into masked meetings, hidden agendas, and a night on the Rio de la Plata she’ll never forget!Who controls Vault 25, and why is it “too hot for GitHub”? Enjoy the second part of the first-ever crypto noir where dark protocols, AI technologies, unbreakable friendship and truth mixed up in a great mystery!🔔This is Web3 like you’ve never seen

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25:44

What It Takes to Build DeFi Protocols That Survive...

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2025/08/06

This week, on the Decentralized Voices podcast, Daria is excited to have Francisco Pinto, Protocol Lead at Request Network.In this episode, we’ll discuss the DeFi trends and challenges, non-technical skills in protocol development, and is there anything Web3 teams could learn from the wine business.Key takeaways:How to build DeFi products using Japanese lean conceptBest non-technical skills in protocol developmentDeFi trends and predictions for 2026Lessons from winery for Web3Stay with us for the

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40:18

How to Get Hired in Web3: Advice from Ethereum...

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2025/07/30

This week the entire Ethereum ecosystem celebrates 10th anniversary of the Ethereum mainnet 🎉 Decentralized Voices is part of the community. Daria is happy to have Mayra Castillo, People Operations Expert from the Ethereum Foundation.In this episode, Daria and Mayra discuss hiring culture and employer branding in Web3, red flags for candidates during the hiring process, and the most important skills needed to get hired in 2025.Key takeaways: 🔸 Values and culture at the Ethereum Foundation🔸 The

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