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• E013 - Part 2 - Jon Ruth On Crypto & UBI In A Post USAID Global Aid & Development World

  In this episode, Join Jarrett Carpenter and John Ruth as they explore how cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are transforming the future of global aid and nonprofit funding. With the seeming death of traditional support systems like USAID, they discuss innovative solutions such as peer-to-peer donations, impact certificates, and the use of digital assets like Bitcoin to establish strategic reserves.The conversation dives into:- The inefficiencies of traditional aid systems and how blockchain ensures transparency.- The potential of AI-driven strategies to revolutionize nonprofit funding.- How Universal Basic Income (UBI) could address job displacement from technological advancements.-The role of WorldCoin and its implications for equitable UBI models.Discover how crypto and AI are shaping the future of global impact and creating fairer, more efficient systems in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Episode Intro00:26 - Life After USAID - How Could Crypto, Bitcoin and Blockchain Fill The Void?14:53 - The Future Of International Charity & Doing Good Is Crypto Driven25:00 - Nonprofits & Bitcoin Reserves33:20 - Nonprofits & INGOs Can Save Billions Using Crypto For Global Payments36:12 - Momas Collective - Non-Doxxed Web3 Funding41:45 - Be The First 501c3 With A Bitcoin Reserve42:45 - The Future Of Wealth Is In Crypto, So Will The Donations45:00 - How Does The Macro Positivity From TradFi & Government Impact Web3 Doing Good?49:00 - AI Agents Doing Good In The World58:47 - UBI, How Will It Work? How Will It Impact People?A little more about Jon:He has over 15 years of experience developing, managing, and constructing over 400MW of C&I and utility-scale solar projects. He has also been on the nonprofit United Solar Initiative board for six years. Since 2016, Jon has been involved in cryptocurrency, including mining various cryptocurrencies.For 20+ years, Jon has studied climate change and has a passion for building sustainable solutions to one of the most significant challenges humanity faces. Jon is building his legacy by making the maximum impact possible in the fight against climate change.Crypto Is Enhancing Solar Projects & Savings Circles In The Global South With Jon Ruth, Part 1 - https://youtu.be/pk46i1OuhYgJon's First Appearance - Episode 101 - https://youtu.be/tI0XIBDkrhkThe Solar Foundation website - ⁠https://www.solarfoundation.xyz/⁠The Solar Foundation X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/Solar_FND⁠The Solar Foundation LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/solar-foundation/⁠Climate Coordination Network Website - https://climatecoordination.org/Jon's X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/jhruth⁠Jon's LinkedIn Account - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonruth/Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviewsAll of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts.Please follow us on social media and check out our website:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpodLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpodTwitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpodFor more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

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• E012 - Part 1 - How Crypto Is Enhancing Solar Projects & Savings Circles In The Global South With Jon Ruth

  In this episode, John Ruth joins Jarrett Carpenter to dive deep into the transformative power of blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), and crypto solutions in empowering communities across the Global South. Learn about the Solar Foundation's innovative projects, tackling real-world challenges like financial inclusion, climate change, and the onboarding of underserved communities to crypto.EPISODE CHATPERS00:00 - Episode Intro02:08 - Jon's Work Update10:54 - How To Onboard People Into Crypto In The Global South20:00 - How Crypto Improves Upon Age-Old Savings Circles 26:28 - Building Your Onchain Financial Reputation Will Be Massive32:00 - Who Will Win The Race To The Masses - Defi Degens or TradFi Suits?39:00 - How Do You Navigate Ownership Within Social Global Projects47:50 - What Is The Climate Coordination Network? 01:02:20 - Future Of Aid After USAID?STAY TUNED FOR PART 2 EPISODE MAIN THEMES - The rise of on-chain reputation systems and their potential to revolutionize local finance. - How traditional finance (TradFi) stacks up against decentralized finance (DeFi). - The importance of trust-building and education in adopting blockchain technology. - Creative solutions for improving crypto wallet ownership in underserved regions. - The future of global aid as USAID evolves, highlighting the need for decentralized funding models. - The role of organizations like the Climate Coordination Network in funding impactful, sustainable projects.If you're passionate about the future of finance, climate-focused blockchain innovations, or empowering communities through technology, this episode is a must-listen. A little more about Jon:He has over 15 years of experience developing, managing, and constructing over 400MW of C&I and utility-scale solar projects. He has also been on the nonprofit United Solar Initiative board for six years. Since 2016, Jon has been involved in cryptocurrency, including mining various cryptocurrencies.For 20+ years, Jon has studied climate change and has a passion for building sustainable solutions to one of the most significant challenges humanity faces. Jon is building his legacy by making the maximum impact possible in the fight against climate change.Jon's First Appearance - Episode 101 - https://youtu.be/tI0XIBDkrhkThe Solar Foundation website - ⁠https://www.solarfoundation.xyz/⁠The Solar Foundation X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/Solar_FND⁠The Solar Foundation LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/solar-foundation/⁠Climate Coordination Network Website - https://climatecoordination.org/Jon's X Account - ⁠https://twitter.com/jhruth⁠Jon's LinkedIn Account - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonruth/Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviewsAll of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment. All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts.Please follow us on social media and check out our website:Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpodLinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpodTwitch -https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpodFor more info on the podcast, please check outhttps://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host -https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

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• E011 - The Most Common Bitcoin Question I Get | "How Much Bitcoin Do I Need?" With Jarrett Carpenter

  This is one of the most common questions that I get, right about daily now, on Bitcoin, and so I thought I'd create a short episode and address this. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/0M7TGL2_EE0 Jarrett's X - https://x.com/jcrpntr Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/

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• E010 - How Crypto Is Transforming Tomorrow In Emerging Markets With Ken Kou From Mercy Corps Ventures

  In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter welcomes Ken Kou from Mercy Corps Ventures to discuss the evolution of the Crypto for Good Fund and its impact on emerging markets. They explore how blockchain technology enhances financial inclusion in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America, including real-world applications such as a savings product for unbanked individuals in Cameroon. The conversation delves into anticipatory action in humanitarian aid, the role of smart contracts, and the implications of tokenization for global financial access. They address wealth inequality, the future of crypto investment in emerging markets, and the importance of long-term thinking in the sector. Ken also explains decentralized physical infrastructure (D-PIN) and its role in humanitarian efforts like water access projects. The discussion highlights the growth of crypto in aid delivery, challenges in converting crypto to fiat, and the importance of user experience in crypto applications. Kou emphasizes that nonprofits should prioritize solving problems over focusing on technology, advocating for a user-friendly approach to crypto adoption. Watch On YouTube - https://youtu.be/7tJ-vnQxNP0 EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro 02:53 - Where Did The Time Go Since Our First Episode? (link below) 03:36 - What Mercy Corps Ventures Has Been Building In The Bear Market 05:20 - Reflecting On The Moment Right Now In Crypto 07:27 - Diving Into Mercy Corps Ventures' Crypto For Good Fund 08:28 - Cameroon Savings Project With Crypto 13:25 - Anticipatory Action With Crypto 21:00 - Exploring Global Tokenization of Assets 26:10 - Analyzing Mercy Corps Ventures' Portfolio & Focus 32:00 - DePin's Potential 35:09 - Crypto For Good's Fund's Focus - Humanitarian Aid Delivery 39:50 - Mercy Corps' Interest In Crypto 44:55 - On/Off Ramps Are Biggest Challenges In Crypto 49:30 - Crypto Has a UX Problem 50:50 - Tips On Deploying Smart Contracts 52:20 - DeFAI 53:46 - How Best To Articulate What web3/Crypto Is Check Out Episode 66 With Ken On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/10PXM7uFKfU1Uchchu4oEJ?si=s98bZp97Tc-IkmXVAeg8rg Check Out Episode 66 With Ken On YouTube - https://youtu.be/ujpalo6f9R0?si=4yoh7cdbocSNXU_q Check Out Episode 66 With Ken On Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e66-ken-kou-on-leveraging-blockchain-with-mercy-corps/id1518312181?i=1000604064172 Ken's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethkou/ Mercy Corps Ventures' Website - https://medium.com/mercy-corps-social-venture-fund MCV' Anticipatory Action Accelerator - https://medium.com/mercy-corps-social-venture-fund/anticipatory-action-accelerator-expanding-the-innovation-frontier-for-humanitarian-aid-026319f845c0 Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

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• E009 - Navigating The New Reality Of AI Career Displacement With Andy Bryant

  In this episode, Andy Bryant joins Jarrett Carpenter to discuss the transformative impact of AI on the workforce, focusing on the rapid evolution of jobs in media, software engineering, and beyond. They discuss how automation is reshaping industries, with roles like customer service representatives and even waitstaff potentially becoming obsolete. The conversation explores the broader societal implications, from the future of dining experiences powered by technology to the ethical and political challenges shaping AI and advancements in computer chip technology. Key topics include the concept of embedding space and the potential for AI systems to communicate in ways that are incomprehensible to humans, raising critical concerns about the nature of human-AI interaction. Jarrett and Andy also examine the delicate balance between embracing technological innovation and preserving human connection in an increasingly automated world. This episode provides valuable insights into navigating the shifting job market and understanding the broader impact of AI-driven disruption across various industries. Watch On YouTube - https://youtu.be/Zf-GHwnbGE0 EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Episode Intro - 00:13 - Andy's Back (Against His Will) 00:52 - Will AI Replace Media Professionals? Podcasters? Software Engineers? 08:15 - Will There Be An AI Vertigo Moment For Software Engineers? 16:51 - Sean's Question - Is It Best To Build The LLMs Or The Apps That Run On Top Of Them? 23:14 - Is AI One Of The Biggest Invention In Human History? 28:05 - Will AIs Have Their Own Language? 36:40 - What Are The Jobs That Will Be Automated Away First? 51:00 - Reasons Why AI Won't Take Over As Quickly As One Might Think Andy's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andymbryant/ Future Signal is a podcast hosted and produced by Jarrett Carpenter that explores tomorrow’s tech today via guest interviews All of Future Signal’s content is not financial advice but rather edu-tainment.  All of our episodes are available on YT as well as wherever you listen to podcasts. Please follow us on social media and check out our website: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/futuresignalpod/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/futuresignalpod LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-signal-pod/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@futuresignalpod Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/futuresignalpod For more info on the podcast, please check out https://www.futuresignal.xyz/To learn more about Future Signal’s Host - https://www.jarrettcarpenter.com/

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