EPISODE · Apr 7, 2022 · 36 MIN
Nick Saponaro: Cryptocurrency Ecosystem Designed for a Better User Experience
from COFFEE CULTURE with Holly Shannon · host holly shannon, shannon holly, culture factor, nick saponaro, divi, divi wallet, Jeff mcCabe
Nick Saponaro is an American software developer, Speaker, Musician, and blockchain personality. He is the Chief Information Officer and Co-founder of The Divi Porject. He is also a frequent speaker at blockchain conferences.Nick is an entrepreneur, crypto enthusiast, and keynote speaker who is regularly featured in the media talking about crypto-related issues. Media appearances include Cheddar, CNBC, Quartz, Investing.com, Nasdaq.com, and CoinTelegraph.Nick Saponaro is co-founder and lead full stack developer of the Divi Project, a blockchain startup committed to improving the usability of cryptocurrency. Nick heads the creation of Divi’s Smart Wallet technology and five-tier masternode system using his blockchain programming expertise, which spans across Ethereum, IBM’s HyperLedger, and PIVX. He also manages the ever-growing Divi community on Telegram and Discord, regularly engaging with users and answering their questions to help their crypto experience. Along with his two co-founders, Nick founded the Divi Project as an initiative to solve the current pain points of leading cryptocurrencies through blockchain education and simplification of user technology.Early Life & EducationNick was born and brought up in United States. He studied at Paul VI High School (2000-09 ) and Palm Springs High School (2010-11). He then went to University of California, San Diego Extension and became certified in web programming from 2017 – 2018.CareerNick has been involved in various fields from Music, Real Estate to software development. He also holds New Jersey Real Estate License and California Real Estate License.Music ProducerBefore studying at UCSD, Nick was very active in the field of Music. He founded his own Music Production company known as Nick Sapo Production 2012. He performed various roles including a DJ, producer and performer. He created and played music in front of crowds many times. He started DJing in small parties, school dances and weddings, but soon moved to bars and clubs. Now he performs not only in the United States, but in the other countries as well. He has also worked as a Music Coach for the Music Competition show Rise Up With Me.He was always interested in gadgets and played with computer from a young age. He founded a computer store, Better Builds, LP in San diego in 2013. He managed all logistical aspects of the business, tax filings, book keeping, and marketing. He also assisted in building the computers and customer relations.Web DeveloperNick started as a freelance web developer in January 2017 and developed websites for a variety of industries ranging from e-commerce, photography, videography, law, personal finance, and many more. He worked as a freelancer for three years till July 2017.The Divi ProjectIn 2017, he co-founded the blockchain project known as The Divi Porject with Geoff McCabe. He worked as a Full Stack Engineer for 8 months and built and maintained all web based services that Divi offers from front end to back. He also played a helping role in the creation of smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain, as well as protocol development for the Divi Core Node. His programming expertise spans across multiple blockchain frameworks, such as Ethereum, Hyperledger and PIVX. He was promoted in Feb 2018 and worked as a GM & Lead Full Stack Developer for a year. He was responsible for implementation of tasks coming from all departments including, UI / UX, Blockchain, Marketing, etc.Chief Information OfficerHe is working as Chief Information Officer from the start of the project and helps the Divi team in project management, programming, functional design, and other technical areas. His major role consists of maintaining all high-level web services, managing the blockchain and Smart Wallet development teams, and engaging with potential strategic partners where it applies to technology.SpeakerNick is a popular blockchain expert and has actively participated in many cryptocurrency and blockchain conferences and has been featured on Cheddar, CNBC, Quartz, Nasdaq.com, Investing.com, This Week in Tech, FinanceMagnates.com and more. He often engages with users and answer their questions to help their cryptocurrency experience.Personal LifeNick lives in San Diego, California and he is active on social media. He has over 13.5k followers on Twitter. He is also active on Facebook.About DiviEstablished in 2017, the Divi team have been focused on solving the issues of usability and accessibility to cryptocurrencies that prevent mainstream adoption.We realized early on that the industry wasn’t equipped to scale with the demand and popularity it experienced. Hence our philosophy to create software solutions that make cryptocurrency easier to use and access for users of all levels of technical expertise.Starting with the feature that attracts most people to the space - earning rewards, the team developed the first and only genuinely one-click masternode software that enables users of any skill level to begin earning rewards in an instance. With the ability to be launched on any device from a home computer to mobile phone, registered users can earn with Divi.We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved thus far and it is really just the beginning. We hope that you will join us on this journey!Along with your role to simplify technology, I’d like to breakdown a few topics for my audience that are in the learning stages:Blockchain: your definition and why you think it’s a game-changer for currency and commerceWhat is a node?Smart Wallets: the design of a smart wallet and why they might not all be created the same. And is that problematic? Enterprise integrations of the Divi Wallet.You developed the Divi Wallet and implemented a reward system into it. Do you think the Web3 adopters enjoy and respond better psychologically to adding a gaming component?How do you make community accessible in platforms like Discord and Telegram. Are they a necessity to the NFT world?Have they made your product offerings more robust by having this constant touchpoint with the consumer?As a DJ and music producer, are you planning to use your MP3 files in the NFT space as product to mint or a utility for collaboration with other artists?Divi WebsiteDivi ProjectNick Saponaro on LinkedinNick Saponaro on TwitterNick Saponaro on FacebookNick Saponaro on InstagramHolly Shannon’s WebsiteZero To Podcast on AmazonHolly Shannon, LinkedinHolly Shannon, InstagramHolly Shannon, Clubhousehttps://youtu.be/PKCND4FqGLc#nfts #nft #nftart #cryptocurrency #blockchain #metaverse #culturefactor #web3 #smartcontracts #bitcoin #nftartist #nftcollectors #eth #ethereum #marketingdigital #marketingstrategy #marketingtips #youtubers #tiktok #instagram #reels #branding #authorsofig #podcastersofinstagram #authorpreneur #entrepreneur #solopreneur #coach #consulting #zerotopodcast #podcast #jobsearching #thoughtleader #thoughtleadership #b2bmarketing #b2b #b2bsales #writersofig #howtopodcast #startapodcasttoday #startapodcastalready #nofear #lifelonglearning #experiences #experientialmarketing #bitcoin #companyculture #employeeengagment #web3 #smartcontracts #bitcoin #nftartist #nftcollectors #eth #ethereum #community #peertopeer #decentralizedeconomy
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Nick Saponaro is an American software developer, Speaker, Musician, and blockchain personality. He is the Chief Information Officer and Co-founder of The Divi Porject. He is also a frequent speaker at blockchain conferences. Nick is an entrepreneur, crypto enthusiast, and keynote speaker who is regularly featured in the media talking about crypto-related issues. Media appearances include Cheddar, CNBC, Quartz, Investing.com, Nasdaq.com, and CoinTelegraph. Nick Saponaro is co-founder and lead full stack developer of the Divi Project, a blockchain startup committed to improving the usability of cryptocurrency. Nick heads the creation of Divi’s Smart Wallet technology and five-tier masternode system using his blockchain programming expertise, which spans across Ethereum, IBM’s HyperLedger, and PIVX. He also manages the ever-growing Divi community on Telegram and Discord, regularly engaging with users and answering their questions to help their crypto experience. Along with his two co-founders, Nick founded the Divi Project as an initiative to solve the current pain points of leading cryptocurrencies through blockchain education and simplification of user technology. Early Life & Education Nick was born and brought up in United States. He studied at Paul VI High School (2000-09 ) and Palm Springs High School (2010-11). He then went to University of California, San Diego Extension and became certified in web programming from 2017 – 2018. Career Nick has been involved in various fields from Music, Real Estate to software development. He also holds New Jersey Real Estate License and California Real Estate License. Music Producer Before studying at UCSD, Nick was very active in the field of Music. He founded his own Music Production company known as Nick Sapo Production 2012. He performed various roles including a DJ, producer and performer. He created and played music in front of crowds many times. He started DJing in small parties, school dances and weddings, but soon moved to bars and clubs. Now he performs not only in the United States, but in the other countries as well. He has also worked as a Music Coach for the Music Competition show Rise Up With Me. He was always interested in gadgets and played with computer from a young age. He founded a computer store, Better Builds, LP in San diego in 2013. He managed all logistical aspects of the business, tax filings, book keeping, and marketing. He also assisted in building the computers and customer relations. Web Developer Nick started as a freelance web developer in January 2017 and developed websites for a variety of industries ranging from e-commerce, photography, videography, law, personal finance, and many more. He worked as a freelancer for three years till July 2017. The Divi Project In 2017, he co-founded the blockchain project known as The Divi Porject with Geoff McCabe. He worked as a Full Stack Engineer for 8 months and built and maintained all web based services that Divi offers from front end to back. He also played a helping role in the creation of smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain, as well as protocol development for the Divi Core Node. His programming expertise spans across multiple blockchain frameworks, such as Ethereum, Hyperledger and PIVX. He was promoted in Feb 2018 and worked as a GM & Lead Full Stack Developer for a year. He was responsible for implementation of tasks coming from all departments including, UI / UX, Blockchain, Marketing, etc. Chief Information Officer He is working as Chief Information Officer from the start of the project and helps the Divi team in project management, programming, functional design, and other technical areas. His major role consists of maintaining all high-level web services, managing the blockchain and Smart Wallet development teams, and engaging with potential strategic partners where it applies to technology. Speaker Nick is a popular blockchain expert and has actively participated in many cryptocurrency and blockchain conferences and has been featured on Cheddar, CNBC, Quartz, Nasdaq.com, Investing.com, This Week in Tech, FinanceMagnates.com and more. He often engages with users and answer their questions to help their cryptocurrency experience. Personal Life Nick lives in San Diego, California and he is active on social media. He has over 13.5k followers on Twitter. He is also active on Facebook. About Divi Established in 2017, the Divi team have been focused on solving the issues of usability and accessibility to cryptocurrencies that prevent mainstream adoption. We realized early on that the industry wasn’t equipped to scale with the demand and popularity it experienced. Hence our philosophy to create software solutions that make cryptocurrency easier to use and access for users of all levels of technical expertise. Starting with the feature that attracts most people to the space - earning rewards, the team developed the first and only genuinely one-click masternode software that enables users of any skill level to begin earning rewards in an instance. With the ability to be launched on any device from a home computer to mobile phone, registered users can earn with Divi. We are incredibly proud of what we have achieved thus far and it is really just the beginning. We hope that you will join us on this journey! Along with your role to simplify technology, I’d like to breakdown a few topics for my audience that are in the learning stages: Blockchain: your definition and why you think it’s a game-changer for currency and commerce Smart Wallets: the design of a smart wallet and why they might not all be created the same. And is that problematic? You developed the Divi Wallet and implemented a reward system into it. Do you think the Web3 adopters enjoy and respond better psychologically to adding a gaming component? How do you make community accessible in platforms like Discord and Telegram. Are they a necessity to the NFT world? Have they made your product offerings more robust by having this constant touchpoint with the consumer? As a DJ and music producer, are you planning to use your MP3 files in the NFT space as product to mint or a utility for collaboration with other artists?
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