S11 E5 | Reimagining Web3 Grant Mechanisms w/Carl Cervone (Open Source Observer)

In this episode, we're speaking with Carl Cervone, , co-founder of Kariba Labs, about Open Source Observer, a free analytics suite aiding funders in evaluating the impact of open source software contributions. Carl shares insights from his decade-long experience in East Africa and discusses the significance of crypto in developing regions. We then dive into public goods funding, data integration, governance strategies, and the human psychology aspects of voting. Carl shares his perspectives on the challenges of traditional and Web3 public goods funding, highlighting the roles of data metrics and qualitative and quantitative measurements in impactful funding decisions. ⏳ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 05:20 Leapfrogging technology in East Africa 09:03 The role of data in public goods funding 12:49 Challenges and innovations in grant funding 26:02 Human psychology in voting and governance 35:08 Open vs. closed voting systems 38:25 Future of public goods 44:23 Questions from Twitter 48:38 Follow Carl 👋 FOLLOW US: Diana Chen: https://x.com/ddwchen Carl Cervone: https://x.com/carl_cervone Rehash: https://x.com/rehashweb3 Open Source Observer: https://x.com/osobserver 🤝 SPONSORS: Tellor: https://x.com/WeAreTellor  DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is the opinion of the speaker(s) only and is for informational purposes only. You should not construe it as investment advice, tax advice, or legal advice, and it does not represent any entity's opinion but those of the speaker(s). For investment or legal advice, please seek a duly licensed professional.