In this conversation, Micol shares her journey into the world of digital art and crypto, detailing her initial experiences with Ethereum and her passion for collecting art. She discusses the evolution of her project, Vertical Crypto, from a passion project to a business, highlighting the importance of artist support and sustainability. Micol reflects on the impact of the Vertical Crypto Residency and the challenges of navigating the art market dynamics, especially in the context of social media and market corrections. She also shares insights on upcoming events and her ongoing projects in the digital art space.  

Asher Edelmann known for influencing the Gordon Gekko character in the movie Wall Street. In this conversation, Asher reflects on his journey from Wall Street to becoming a prominent art collector and educator. We discuss the key elements of his financial career, his passion for art, and the evolution of the art market. The conversation also touches on the impact of technology, particularly blockchain, on art investment and collecting, as well as the changing dynamics of galleries and the future of art in a digital age.

In this discussion, Burga, co-founder of Gondi, introduces the platform's innovative approach to Lombard loans, enabling users to leverage their digital art as collateral for borrowing. He details the mechanics of digital art lending, highlighting its advantages over traditional art markets, such as increased accessibility and liquidity. Burga also explores the unique appeal of digital art and the expansive growth potential within the NFT market. Additionally, he unveils Gondi V3’s enhanced features, including a seamless buy-sell marketplace, which streamlines transactions for collectors and investors. Looking ahead, Burga shares his vision for the future of digital art and lending, emphasizing the importance of strategic patience and long-term thinking in navigating this dynamic and evolving landscape.

In this conversation, Ciphrd, the founder of Fxhash, shares his journey from web development to creating an art marketplace on the blockchain. He discusses the challenges faced in building Fxhash, including issues of curation, governance on the Tezos blockchain, and the complexities of running an art marketplace amidst market fluctuations. Ciphrd emphasizes the importance of community engagement and open curation, while also addressing the financial realities of managing a crypto treasury. The conversation explores the transition from Tezos to the Base blockchain, the introduction of new protocols for artists, and the future of generative art in the blockchain space.

In this conversation, we explore with Georg Bak the evolution of generative photography and the intersection of AI art, and the historical context of digital art. They discuss the significance of collecting digital art, the role of institutions, and the passion versus investment dynamic in the art market. Georg shares insights on the pioneers of AI art and the importance of understanding the historical significance of digital artworks. The conversation culminates in a discussion about the future of digital art and blockchain technology, emphasizing the need for deeper engagement and understanding in the art community.

In this conversation, the hosts explore blockchain and generative art, and the challenges faced in the evolving art market. They discuss the role of social media in promoting artists and the complexities of managing a gallery in a digital age. The conversation highlights the need for artists to adapt to new technologies while navigating traditional art world dynamics.  

In this conversation, Phil from the NODE Foundation discusses the vision and mission of the foundation, emphasizing the importance of community, education, and innovative presentation in the digital art space. He reflects on his journey from Bright Moments to NODE, the shift from traditional art institutions to a network model, and the challenges and opportunities in onboarding new users to digital art. The discussion also touches on the emotional aspects of art collecting and the need for a cultural backbone in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.