#30 - Rob Morris - Crypto's veteran tech innovator navigating the wild west of blockchain gaming

In episode 30 of the Independent Reserve Podcast, host Lee Eaton sits down with Rob Morris, an entrepreneur, angel investor, advisor, and technologist, to explore the intersections of cryptocurrency and emerging technologies. Drawing from his extensive experience with start-ups and technology, Rob discusses the importance of decentralised decision-making, the role of gaming as a frontier for innovation, and his compelling journey from an early adopter of Bitcoin to his current involvement in fully on-chain games. The conversation navigates through Rob's thoughts on self-sovereign AI, cognitive security, and the future landscape of blockchain gaming. If you're interested in the potential of crypto and new tech paradigms, this episode is a must-listen!00:00 Introduction to Rob Morris01:09 The Gold Class Butler Project04:22 Rob's Journey in Tech11:34 Early Days in Crypto15:48 The Evolution of Crypto and Gaming31:15 The Frontier of Gaming and Emerging Technologies32:46 The Aaron Schwartz Story and Open Access37:21 Innovation and Organisational Structures39:32 The Impact of AI on Society41:53 The Need for Self-Sovereign AI48:22 The Importance of Diversity in Technology01:00:43 Corporate Structures and Economies of Scale01:01:44 AI and Crypto Technologies01:02:08 Innovation and Human Adaptation01:02:35 Navigating Emerging Technologies01:05:39 The Joy of Missing Out (JOMO)01:06:23 Personal Projects and Fun Ventures01:10:12 Pistols at Dawn: The Game01:21:50 Community Engagement and Future Plans01:24:06 Final Thoughts and Market Insights