Dave: Welcome everyone to another episode of The Investing For Beginners Podcast, I'm Dave, joined as always by Andrew. Today, we have a very special guest - Brian Evans. Brian is a founder, investor, Inc. 500 entrepreneur, and a key voice in the crypto, gaming, and web three sphere. Andrew: In our conversation today, we'll dive into some exciting developments about the rise of gaming as a major category influencing other industries, and how its concepts have shaped the evolution of Ethereum and other crypto projects. We'll also explore how crypto and web three are transforming power dynamics, providing interesting alternatives to the mainstream concentration of power by large entities. Dave: And of course, we'll discuss the growing institutional investor interest in cryptocurrencies, the increasingly powerful role of NFTs, blockchain's impact on gaming, the shift from Web 2 towards Web 3, and much more. Brian's insights are sure to provide meaningful context for those interested in understanding the expansive reach of these technologies. Andrew: Exactly, Dave. For all those looking to get a grip on the future of digital art, understand the impact of blockchain on the gaming world, or simply learn how to navigate this new era of the internet, you're in for a treat. So without further ado, let's jump right in. 00:44 Marketing agency founder leaves rat race, embraces Ethereum. 06:01 Internet evolution: Read, write, own digital assets. 09:00 Own your virtual world and digital assets. 11:08 Contestant creates blockchain transactions, builds marketplace. 13:25 Ownership is the natural progression for gaming. 17:39 One hit leads to more innovation in tech. 22:17 Transitioning to Web 3 gaming concepts, challenges. 24:15 Focus on what it does, not technical details. 26:41 Game development has evolved from basic to 3D. Blockchain adoption supported through educational games. 30:03 Controversy surrounds third-party backup for crypto. 33:25 Excitement about NFTs, discussed on podcast. 37:54 Gamer-created crypto challenges monopolies, promotes decentralization. 40:45 Appreciate your time, excited to learn more. For more insight like this into investing and stock selection for beginners, visit stockmarketpdf.com Questions? Send them to [email protected] Today's show is sponsored by: Get 55% off at Babbel.com/BEGINNERS. Sign up today at butcherbox.com/beginners and use code beginners to get free chicken wings for a year. This holiday season, give one annual membership and get one free at MASTERCLASS.COM/IFB. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at SHOPIFY.COM/beginners. Go to ShipStation.com and use code INVESTING today and sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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