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Join the riveting journey into the Web 3.0 world with the Tech Intersect™ Podcast, hosted by the globally-acclaimed Dr. Tonya M. Evans. As a distinguished full tenured professor at Penn State Dickinson Law, Dr. Evans is a beacon of knowledge in fintech, Web3, intellectual property, and financial inclusion, standing at the forefront of these domains. With accolades like the esteemed 2023 EDGE in Tech Athena Award for Academic Leadership and her pivotal role in the World Economic Forum/Wharton ...
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology have emerged as transformative forces, reshaping industries and creating new opportunities for professionals and investors alike. However, navigating this dynamic space requires a deep understanding of the legal, finan…
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Tech Intersect Ep #235: The Future of Money Understanding Crypto Volatility and Its Potential with Dr. Hans Boateng [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As an emerging asset class, cryptocurrencies are known for their price fluctuations, which can be both a blessing and a curse for investors. Dr. Evans and Dr. Boateng delve into the factors driving crypto volatility, its benefits, and the importance of financial literacy in navigating this dynamic landscape…
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Tech Intersect #234: Navigating the Digital Divide: Mastering Your Digital Footprint with Stephanie Humphrey, “Tech Life Steph” [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. In today’s digital age, our online presence has become an extension of our real-life identity, and our digital footprint is much bigger than we might realize. Stephanie Humphrey, popularly known as “Tech Life Steph,” joins me on the podcast as we unpack the importance of managing your virtual persona, from …
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Tech Intersect #233: Upskilling the Legal Profession for the Web3 Era with Jamilia Grier [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Current lawyers are woefully unprepared for the exponential growth in the tech industry as educational institutions fail to mass-educate lawyers fast enough. Jamilia Grier, international technology lawyer and Founder & CEO of ByteBao, argues that the onus is actually on the legal professionals to educate th…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As we continue this journey toward increased adoption of decentralized finance, I want to highlight the organizations revolutionizing space. Today’s guest is yet another who is doing incredible work innovating at the intersection of FinTech and blockchain. Dan Mulligan, the founder, and CEO of nycrypto, joi…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The news of Vice President Harris’ latest initiative, The Opportunity Agenda, brings up new conversations around innovation in the crypto and cannabis sector, specifically for Black male voters. Ambur C. Smith joins me this week as we explore the potential impact of these policies, taking a closer look at t…
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Tech Intersect #230: Adopting the Transformative Potential of Blockchain in the Financial Sector with Adilah Holivay
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The blockchain revolution is reshaping the financial landscape and powerhouse leaders like today’s guest are at the forefront of this transformative shift. Adilah Holivay joins me on the podcast today as we unpack the challenges standing in the way of adoption, the importance of continued education, how we …
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Tech Intersect #229: Driving the Crypto Voter Turnout with "Crypto Rides" with Will Schweitzer
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The crypto revolution is in full swing and it’s making its way to the ballot box. As we continue with our mission of making crypto accessible and inclusive, it’s important to celebrate the initiatives that are doing just that! Will Schweitzer, founder of Suite View PAC, joins me on the podcast today to spre…
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Tech Intersect #228: Reimagining the Future of Digital Assets with Naveen Jain and Riccardo Spagni of Tari
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. While we are still far from where we want to be when it comes to decentralized finance, there are people like today’s guests who are fighting for privacy and accessibility, giving us all hope along the way. Today, I am joined by Naveen Jain and Riccardo Spagni, two pioneering voices in cryptocurrency and bl…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The Trump family unveiled the World Liberty Financial (WLFI) initiative just 50 days before the 2024 presidential election, leading us to ask the question: Are we witnessing a new era of financial innovation, or is this a strategic move with deeper political implications? As I continue my #ElectingCrypto se…
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Tech Intersect #226: Driving Business Growth Through User Research with UX Expert, Tyreek Houston
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Have you ever wondered why some products or services feel like they were designed specifically with you in mind? That’s user research and user experience (UX) at play, showing how this knowledge is critical for business growth, especially in a web3 world. Tyreek Houston, a UX expert, joins me today to share…
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Tech Intersect #225: How To Avoid Legal Liabilities As A Web3 Entrepreneur with JoAnn Holmes, Esq.
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Navigating the legal minefield of web3 can be daunting for even the savviest of entrepreneurs. It can feel nearly impossible to keep in compliance with a goalpost that keeps moving as we evolve. Legal expert JoAnn Holmes returns to the podcast to dive into the top 5 legal mistakes entrepreneurs make that ca…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The crypto revolution is reshaping more than just the financial landscape- it’s also poised to disrupt the political arena. Justin Slaughter, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Paradigm brings his data-driven perspective to the podcast today as we discuss the potential for a pro-crypto pivot in the upc…
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Tech Intersect #223: FinTech Law Briefing- From Courtrooms to Congress: Ripple, Customer's Bank, and the Bitcoin Reserve Debate
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. There is so much rapid advancement in the crypto industry, particularly in the legal landscape. As your trusted professional teaching at the intersection of law, business, and technology it is my responsibility to keep you as up-to-date as possible so we can all lean into this aspect of lifelong learning an…
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Tech Intersect #222: Strategies for Scaling a Global Digital Marketplace with Bartosz Skwarczek
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The digital revolution is in full swing, with many companies trying to stay ahead, let alone keep up with the rapid evolution. At the forefront of this transformation is Bartosz Skwarczek, the visionary leader behind G2A, the largest global marketplace for digital entertainment. He joins us today to share h…
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Tech Intersect #221: Unlocking the Future of Finance Through DeFi and Blockchain Innovation with Prof. Evgeny Lyandres
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Decentralized finance holds immense potential to transform traditional financial systems, enabling financial innovation and reducing inefficiencies across the board. Despite this, the adoption of DeFi has been a slow moving struggle. Renowned expert and leading voice in blockchain research Professor Evgeny …
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Tech Intersect #220: FinTech Law Briefing- Ethereum ETFs, Crypto Regulation Under a Harris Administration, and Decentralized AI
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. With the ever-changing technical landscape, lawyers and legal professionals must keep their finger on the pulse of the latest news and trends that will impact themselves and their clients as we continue to advance. As your trusted source for all things business, law, and technology, I am bringing you a comp…
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Tech Intersect #219: Electing Crypto 2024- A Harris Administration Could Mean a Clean Slate for Crypto Regulation
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. With President Biden’s decision not to seek reelection and his subsequent endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, the political landscape has changed entirely overnight. Looking at a potential Harris administration could mean a clean slate for crypto regulation and reshape the United States crypto poli…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As we approach the 2024 presidential election, it is important to understand how crypto, while deeply political, isn’t actually partisan. Despite this, we are seeing the Republican and Democratic candidates taking different and somewhat concerning stances on the issue that threaten to undermine the very fre…
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Tech Intersect #217: Crypto’s Growing Impact on Political Decision-Makers with Sheila Warren
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Every day the role of crypto policy and regulation becomes increasingly important and as we find ourselves in the middle of an election year, we are reminded of the important role these digital assets play in politics. Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation joins me on the podcast today as …
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Tech Intersect #216: Preparing the Next Generation of Lawyers for the Future of Law with Ambur C. Smith, Esq.
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As Web3 rapidly evolves, lawyers have an incredible opportunity to be part of the pioneers navigating the legal landscape of emerging technologies. Today’s guest knows this all too well as she has taken advantage of these opportunities herself. Ambur C. Smith, a dynamic leader shares her first-hand experien…
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Tech Intersect #215: The Future of Meme Coins: Tetherball's Vision for Accessibility, Utility, and Community Growth with Michele Musso, Kamz Alcantara, Kuan-Ning Tseng, and Jenny Q Ta
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. From internet jokes to market movers, meme coins are shaking up the crypto space. You may have heard of popular coins like Doge and Shiba Inu but a new meme coin, Tetherball joins the market changing the game entirely. I am joined today by Michele Musso, Kamala (Kamz) Alcantara, Kuan-Ning Tseng, and Jenny Q…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. If the sudden growth of AI-powered chatbots has you feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to begin, you’re not alone. AI has quickly taken over every industry and sure enough, this includes blockchain and crypto leaving many of us confused and with a list of endless questions. Today on the podcast I’m s…
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Tech Intersect #213: Demystifying Crypto Volatility: Understanding Price Fluctuations with Dr. Hans Boateng [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. When hearing the word “volatility” we automatically tend to think of the negative implications. But volatility isn’t always bad and it sure isn’t unique to crypto. Every market has its ups and downs, especially in the beginning so why would we expect crypto to be any different? Dr. Hans Boateng joins me tod…
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Tech Intersect #212: Real World Crypto: Separating Fact From Fiction in a No-Hype Zone with Dr. Tammy Francis [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As I spotlight some of your favorite podcast episodes, I wanted to bring it back to my 200th episode where Dr. Tammy Francis and I celebrated our journey of education, exploration, and empowerment in the tech space. Dr. Tammy was the perfect guest to have back on the show because she truly embodies the very…
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Tech Intersect #211: Digital Money Demystified for Leaders, Lawyers, and Advisors [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. The landscape of business, finance, and law is being changed at an unprecedented rate due to the emergence of Web 3 technologies, crypto assets, and blockchains–all of which have been part of this digital revolution. Anyone positioned to advise investors or innovators should be educated to pivot into fully …
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Tech Intersect #210: Spotlighting News, Policy and Inclusion in Web3 and DeFi with Cleve Mesidor
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Although Black and Latino communities lead the national adoption of cryptocurrency, these are not the stories being told in the media. Cleve Mesidor, CEO and Co-Founder of butterscotch Media aims to change that by highlighting the marginalized people fueling this industry and advocating for the policy that …
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. A common challenge those of us in DeFi face is this idea that we don’t want rules and regulation when in actuality, we just don’t want bad regulation. Policy and regulation are a key part of ensuring that crypto is used how it was intended. Today we’ll be diving into the world of DeFi with Rashan Colbert, H…
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Tech Intersect #208: Crypto’s Pivotal Influence in Today’s Financial World with Noelle Acheson
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Crypto plays a pivotal role in today’s financial world, influencing global economic landscapes and challenging traditional definitions of money. Noelle Acheson, a seasoned crypto market expert shares on the podcast why it is now more important than ever to start seeing crypto as not just a technology but an…
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Tech Intersect #207: Future-Proofing Your Law Practice for Web3 and Beyond with Jamilia Grier
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Technology is advancing faster than we can keep up, leaving lawyers, regulators, and businesses in its wake. Of these three groups, it's up to the lawyers to keep their finger on the pulse and spearhead these education efforts, keeping businesses compliant and advising regulators on potential new risks. Jam…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As we evolve, so do our expectations of our leadership. We no longer praise the authoritarian leadership style but instead celebrate the leaders who take an intentional, collaborative approach with their team. Tony Martignetti, a trusted leadership advisor, dynamic coach, and acclaimed author joins me today…
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Tech Intersect #205: Arlan’s Academy and the Blueprint for the New “Higher Learning” with Arlan Hamilton [SPOTLIGHT]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Coming off of the “Your First Million” LIVE event I was so honored to be a speaker at, I wanted to revisit this incredible episode with Arlan Hamilton, the catalyst behind Your First Million, founder of Backstage Capital, and creator of Arlan’s Academy She is changing the game for how we learn and interact …
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Tech Intersect #204: Using Predictive Coding to Revolutionize Legal Research with Jim Sullivan
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. If you ask someone if they want to use predictive coding they may decline, but if you ask them if they want an easy way to prioritize relevant documents they’ll likely say yes. Like most technological advancements, the misunderstanding of what it is and how it can be used discourages people from adopting it…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. April is Financial Literacy Month and it is no better time than now to start reconsidering what we are traditionally taught about income and savings, especially those looking ahead toward retirement. This week, episode 203 of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast is about Bitcoin’s bounce back! POWERED BY ADVANTAGE E…
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Tech Intersect #202: Leveraging Data Analytics to Drive Operational Improvements with Russ Hawkins
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Looking back at how data has been managed historically, only a small subset of people have access to the business data. Russ Hawkins and Agilence set out to change that. In an era where companies are strategizing ways to collect more and more data, Agilence is working with companies to expand what they can …
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Tech Intersect #201: Unlocking Global Financial Opportunity via Web3 CBDCs with Carmelle Cadet
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. A Web3-based CBDC (central bank digital currency) is a solution that bridges the gap between traditional finance and the innovative world of Web3. This would not only create a secure and efficient way to make payments but would broaden the scope of inclusivity in the financial space. Carmelle Cadet, a beaco…
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Tech Intersect #200: Real World Crypto: Separating Fact From Fiction in a No-Hype Zone with Dr. Tammy Francis
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. As we celebrate 200 episodes of the Tech Intersect Podcast we’re also celebrating our journey of education, exploration, and empowerment in the tech space. And as I continue my mission to educate on the future of work, wealth, and creativity, I wanted to bring on Dr. Tammy Francis, a leader who embodies the…
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Tech Intersect #199: How Black Women Are Redefining Wealth in the U.S. from Bondage to Blockchain
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. In honor of Women’s History Month, I partnered with the Harlem Book Fair and Harriett’s Book Shop to curate the Black Women and Wealth series, a virtual author chat in recognition of the economic, business, and leadership contributions of Black women. Last night was the first of the four discussions aimed a…
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Tech Intersect #198: Navigating The Legal and Regulatory Landscape of the Crypto Economy with Marisa Coppel
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Advancements in technology and the need for continued advocacy don’t take a pause just because it is an election year. It just means we have fewer legislative days to do the work that keeps our industry up with the times and protects the future of cryptocurrency. This week, episode 198 of the Tech Intersect…
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Tech Intersect #197: Navigating the Crypto Tax Maze: Expert Insights with Charles “CJ, The Smart Guy” Kelly
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. With the ever-evolving regulations around cryptocurrency, it can be a challenge to keep up. As the IRS ramps up regulations on documenting and taxing your cryptographically secured assets, you want someone like Charles J. Kelly on your side to make sure you’re staying compliant and maximizing your wealth. T…
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Tech Intersect #196: The Intersection of Blockchain, Policy, and Advocacy in Congress with Dave Grimaldi
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Blockchain has unfortunately not yet been defined by its numerous important and consequential ‘pros’ but rather spotlighted in the news by the few debilitating high-profile cons (pun intended). This puts us in the challenging position to reverse the perspective of skeptics in Congress to advocate for innova…
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Tech Intersect #195: Africa's Advantage in Crypto + Blockchain with AZA Finance's Elizabeth Rossiello
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Elizabeth Rossiello has transformed the foreign exchange landscape through her company AZA Finance. She joins us today to share her pioneering journey in launching one of the first cryptocurrency exchanges in Africa, empowering other women in fintech to find their footing and navigate the industry like a pr…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. Podcasting is currently a one-lane road where podcasters put their content out for listeners to consume. But what if we expanded on this, opening lanes for podcasters to connect with listeners, listeners to connect with podcasters, and listeners to connect with other listeners? That is exactly what today’s …
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. With the recent approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the SEC, it’s important that we have an educated understanding of what that means for the future of digital money. I couldn’t think of a better person to help us explore this than my dear friend, JoAnn Holes, an IP & digital assets attorney…
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Tech Intersect #192: Economic Empowerment and Inclusivity in the Digital Finance Era with Prof. Tonya M. Evans
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I wanted to highlight his principles of economic justice as it applies to economic justice in this new crypto economy. Dr. King’s advocacy for economic empowerment wasn’t about financial wealth but rather dismantling the systematic batters and creating equitable, …
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. 85% of the organizations that are leading the transformations, growth concepts, and innovation programs that are necessary to stay on track with the digital era fail, or at the very least, fall behind. At a time when transformation and adaptation are more important than ever, that is a daunting statistic. T…
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Tech Intersect #190: What's the Future Cost of Your Current Money & Business Decisions? with Prof. Tonya M. Evans
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. We are all living with the benefits (or consequences) of the financial decisions we made in the past. As we look forward and focus on the transformative impact of financial technology, more specifically blockchain and cryptocurrency, it is important that we adapt to these changes for both personal and profe…
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Tech Intersect #189: Ansylla Ramsey on How to Start Your Crypto Journey in 3 Simple Steps [Spotlight]
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. From an outsider's perspective, crypto can be intimidating but by taking the time to educate ourselves on the fundamentals of investing in crypto, we can limit the risk and fear and begin to accept it as a digital asset we can really benefit from. This week, episode 189 of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast is abo…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. In this week's episode of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast, episode 188, I take a moment to address a persistent narrative that continues to cast a shadow over the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Despite the significant evolution of this space, there remains a chorus of skeptics who too hastily label the entire crypto…
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Kudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here. In this digital age, you may have heard that anyone can make money online. While there is truth in this, it takes some intention and strategy to make the recurring revenue that turns your online service into a sustainable business. Today’s guest, Michelle Jackson knows just what it takes for online creators…
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