Welcome to Hashing It Out, a podcast by Cointelegraph! The Web3 space is full of conversations, and this show makes it easier for you to follow the most important issues and hear from the brightest minds and voices. Hosted by Elisha, Cointelegraph’s social media specialist who has watched the industry’s ups and downs firsthand, Hashing It Out is set to become part of your weekly crypto diet.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

While major markets such as Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana and Kenya have appeared in various headlines for breaking multiple records, some argue that adoption is not as high as we think. Fonbnk’s co-founder and head of growth in Africa, Michael Kimani, breaks it down.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Are we playing “god” as traders? The world of cryptocurrency trading can be highly uncertain, yet we do our best to predict all possible outcomes. Chartered market technician Adrian, aka Crypto Birb, explains what goes into crypto trading and the elements affecting the market in 2022.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThis podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Are you team custodial wallets or team noncustodial wallets? We discuss the mantra “Not your keys, not your coins” with MyEtherWallet CEO Kosala Hemachandra. We also explore the latest crypto wallet trends, from multichain integrations to airdrops.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In episode 4 of the Hashing It Out podcast, Elisha Owusu Akyaw talks to popular DeFi educator DeFi Dad about the evolution of decentralized finance and the role of decentralized services after the FTX saga.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Blockchain and gaming may be a match made in heaven, but before the results of this union are seen, there are some hurdles to cross. Elisha and Robby discuss how play-to-earn gaming, the metaverse and NFTs are being combined innovatively.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Polygon’s former vice president of growth, Arjun Kalsy, shares pages from the Polygon playbook that have allowed the Ethereum scaling solution to attract big brands like Adidas and Starbucks. Kalsy also describes the future of companies as decentralized autonomous organizations.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Since the depegging of TerraUSD (UST) in 2022, consumers have become more critical of how stablecoins work. Paolo Ardoino, the chief technology officer of the most popular stablecoin, Tether (USDT), breaks down how stablecoins work and responds to frequently asked questions about them.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Artificial intelligence has been in the spotlight recently due to innovations like OpenAI, ChatGPT and Google’s Bard AI. In this episode of Hashing It Out, the CEO of Nansen, Alex Svanevik, explains how AI can elevate the crypto user experience. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @ASvanevik Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy).Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Nonfungible token marketplaces are in the news as traders and creators search for the best option for their needs. Considerations on creator royalties, community rewards, fees and liquidity are at the heart of the conversation. Pacman, a core contributor at Blur — the largest NFT marketplace by trading volume — joins Elisha to unpack the state of the NFT market.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @PacmanBlur Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy).Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Celo president Rene Reinsberg joins Elisha Owusu Akyaw (GhCryptoGuy) to discuss the regenerative finance (ReFi) movement, which focuses on the building blocks of DeFi and the principles of regenerative economics. Reinsberg also explains how Celo intends to stay relevant in the multichain world of layer-1 blockchains and layer-2 networks.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @RegenRene Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Bitcoin ETFs have become an important subject that divides opinions. In this episode of Hashing It Out with Elisha (GhCryptoGuy), Valkyrie chief investment officer Steven McClurg explains how Bitcoin ETFs (futures, spot and mining) work and provides insights on the current regulatory environment for Bitcoin ETFs in the United States.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter:  Steven McClurgFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode, Eche Emole, co-founder of Afropolitan, joins Elisha (GhCryptoGuy) to discuss building a digital nation on the blockchain. We explore the transformative potential of this technology in Africa and the diaspora, its role in various sectors, and how Afropolitan intends to leverage Web3 to connect talent across the world. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @EchecratesFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)`Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this captivating episode of Hashing It Out, Elisha Owusu Akyaw sits down with Elena Sinelnikova, co-founder of MetisDAO, to explore the ever-growing sectors of layer-2 blockchains and their potential impact on decentralization, scalability and real-world applications. Sinelnikova shares her unique insights and experiences in the rapidly evolving blockchain space, giving us a glimpse into the future of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) powered by MetisDAO.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @ElenaCryptoChicFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Ethereum and founder of Cardano, joins Elisha Owusu Akyaw (GhCryptoGuy) on the 14th episode of Hashing It Out to discuss the current state of crypto, including a deep dive on Cardano. Hoskinson breaks down the current happenings in the industry from his perspective and addresses issues surrounding Cardano, including delayed updates, adoption in Africa and more. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @IOHK_CharlesFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Hashing It Out, we welcome Will Robinson, vice president of engineering at Coinbase, to discuss Coinbase’s vision for the future of the cryptocurrency industry, which is tied to its new Ethereum layer-2 network, Base. Robinson provides updates on the exchange’s latest tools: an ERC-20 recovery function, wallet as a service, and more.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @willrobinson23Follow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Hashing It Out Episode 16 explores one of the most popular use cases for cryptocurrencies: payments. Elisha Owusu Akyaw is joined by Ran Goldi, vice president of payments at Fireblocks, to explore the rapidly evolving world of crypto and payments, the steps necessary for adoption, the role of stablecoins, and the hurdles — such as the collapse of crypto-friendly banks in the United States.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @rangoldiFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Hashing It Out episode 17 explores wallets for the second time on the show. In this episode, Brandon Millman, CEO of the popular Solana wallet Phantom, joins Elisha Owusu Akyaw to discuss how wallets are adapting to the cryptocurrency space’s multichain nature. Millman explains why Phantom is expanding to Polygon and Ethereum while highlighting the reasoning behind choosing Solana first.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @BChillmanFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

In this episode of Cointelegraph’s Hashing It Out podcast, Elisha Owusu Akyaw sits down with Matt Leisinger, chief product officer at Alluvial, to explore the world of crypto staking and its potential to attract institutional investors. Leisinger explains the Liquid Collective and shares his thoughts on the future of Ethereum staking post the Shanghai upgrade. Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @leisinmrFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuyCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Will wallets become more user-friendly? Cointelegraph’s Elisha Owusu Akyaw and Ambire founder and CEO Ivo Georgiev break down account abstraction, a new technology some experts have tipped as a game-changing solution to bring increased flexibility and security to the Ethereum network. Georgiev unpacks the impacts of account abstraction for users while explaining the technicalities on the back end.Follow Cointelegraph on Twitter: @CointelegraphCheck out our guest on Twitter: @IvshtiFollow the host on Twitter: @ghcryptoguy, or connect with him on LinkedIn: Elisha (GhCryptoGuy)Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.