In this episode of the Amata World podcast, Dhruv Sharda from Coinstore discusses his journey in the crypto and Web3 space, sharing key lessons from his experiences, including adapting to market changes and the importance of clear communication. He emphasizes the need for founders to focus on building a strong community, being consistent, and investing in themselves. Dhruv also touches on the evolving landscape of Web3, highlighting the potential of real-world asset tokenization and the importance of education and awareness to avoid scams. He encourages founders to be visible, share their stories, and build practical solutions, as the market increasingly rewards practicality and clear communication.

Key takeaways:

• Adaptability is crucial in the volatile crypto market; founders must be ready to pivot and adjust their strategies.

• Building a strong, active community is essential for project success, even more so than having a large budget.

• Founders should invest in themselves and be visible, as people connect with people before products.

• Clear communication and a simple, understandable story are vital for attracting users and partners.

• The Web3 space is maturing, with a growing emphasis on practicality and real-world applications like RWA tokenization.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhruv-sharda/

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In this episode of the Amata World podcast, Ana and Bryan interview Martin Krupik, the founder and CEO of Emersa Labs, a company creating games and digital humans. Martin shares his journey into technology, inspired by his uncle's interest in sci-fi and his own visualizations of future platforms and inventions. He discusses Emersa Lab's focus on enterprise AI avatars, which can explain manuals, interact with users, and connect to various APIs. Martin also touches on the potential of AI, his concerns about its misuse, and his hopes for the metaverse. He emphasizes the importance of visual communication, philanthropy, and supporting genius academies. Martin envisions a future where technology enhances human experiences and promotes a more equitable society.

Key takeaways

• Emersa Labs is focused on developing enterprise AI avatars for training, customer support, and other applications.

• AI has the potential to greatly enhance productivity and creativity, but it's important to be aware of its limitations and potential for misuse.

• The metaverse has the potential to enhance work and entertainment, but hardware limitations and safety concerns need to be addressed.

• Visual communication can play a key role in philanthropy and making the world a better place.

• Supporting education and providing resources for talented individuals is crucial for driving innovation and progress.

You can connect to Martin on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinkrupik/

To find out more about Emersa Labs:

Website: https://emersalabs.com/

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In this episode of the Amata World Podcast, hosts Ana and Bryan interview Antonio Macedo, the founder and CEO of TotemXR. Antonio shares his journey into XR, starting from his childhood fascination with gaming and technology to his current work in augmented and virtual reality. He discusses his experiences creating AR and VR applications for tourism, museums, and education, highlighting the unique benefits of each technology. Antonio also touches on the potential of XR for empathy-building and raising awareness about social issues. He expresses his excitement about the future of XR, particularly the advancements in hardware and the integration of AI, and offers advice to those interested in entering the XR industry.

Key takeaways:

• XR technology, particularly AR, is highly effective for educational purposes, especially in museums and tourism, as it enhances engagement and provides context to historical sites and artefacts.

• VR is a powerful tool for building empathy and raising awareness about social issues by allowing users to experience situations from different perspectives.

• The XR industry is still in its early stages, offering opportunities for newcomers to learn and contribute, with resources like Unity, Unreal Engine, and online tutorials readily available.

• AI is becoming increasingly integrated into XR experiences, enabling more interactive and personalised content, such as virtual historical figures that can answer questions.

• Hardware advancements are making XR technology more accessible and comfortable, with smaller, more powerful headsets and AR glasses on the horizon, potentially leading to widespread adoption.

You can connect to Antonio on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-macedo-aa8761112/

To find out more about TotemXR:

Website: https://totemxr.com/

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