Build With Bitcoin
"Build With Bitcoin" is a podcast and advisory services company. We are your insider source to the innovators, investors, and thought leaders demonstrating that Bitcoin is far more than a digital currency, but a pivotal technology platform. Tune in on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. A list of all episodes and a link to subscribe to show updates is available at: https://buildwithbitcoin.xyzAbout the Co-Hosts:Lynne - A Bitcoiner since 2013, Lynne is an entrepreneur and investor, co-founding MITA Ventures in 2012 after transitioning from Wall Street and traditional finance at Merrill Lynch. She's an active mentor at Google for St...
Bitcoin: Forager's Final Cut
In this episode, co-hosts Lynne and Israel interview Carlos and Ali, co-founders of Forager, a post-production company on a Bitcoin standard. They discuss their Bitcoin journey, the creative industry's economic challenges, their Bitcoin treasury strategy, industry response, and marketing Bitcoin creatively. Ali and Carlos also share their future plans for integrating Bitcoin into their business and offer advice for entrepreneurs and newcomers to Bitcoin.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Forager
06:44 The Journey to Bitcoin: Personal Experiences
13:55 Economic Challe...
053 - Bitcoin Meets Fintech: Revolutionizing Banking for Latin America's Unbanked, Ditobanx
In this conversation, Guillermo Contreras, CEO of DitoBanx, discusses the integration of Bitcoin into traditional fintech in Latin America, particularly focusing on the unbanked population in countries like El Salvador.
He explains DitoBanx's mission to provide financial services to the underbanked, the importance of regulation, and the innovative services they offer, including tokenization and remittances. The discussion also covers the competitive landscape, fundraising challenges, and future expansion plans in the region.
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00:00 Introduction
04:09 The Growth of t...
052 - Bitcoin's Big Bet: Revolutionizing Finance with Oleg from Fulgur Ventures
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of Bitcoin investment and infrastructure with Oleg Mikhalsky, co-managing partner at Fulgur Ventures. The conversation delves into Oleg's journey into Bitcoin, the challenges faced in venture capital, and the future of Bitcoin as an asset class.
We discuss the innovations in Bitcoin payments, the impact of Bitcoin on traditional finance, and the strategies employed by Fulgur Ventures to support early-stage founders.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
04:19 Oleg's Journey into Bitcoin
051 - Max Keidun, Debifi: Bitcoin Backed Lending
In this episode of Build with Bitcoin, hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz speak with Max Keidun, CEO of Debifi, about Bitcoin-backed lending. Max discusses his transition from traditional banking to Bitcoin, Debifi's non-custodial model, and peer-to-peer transactions.
The episode covers institutional interest in Bitcoin lending, collaborative custody, Debifi's global services, user experience, dispute resolution, and future growth in the evolving financial landscape.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Max and His Journey
03:57 The Importance of Peer-to-Peer...
050 - Eric Yakes, Epoch VC: Bitcoin as a Neutral Global Monetary System
In this episode, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz chat with Eric Yakes of Epoch about investing in Bitcoin infrastructure, fundraising challenges for Bitcoin-focused ventures, and the shifting landscape of Bitcoin adoption.
Eric discusses his transition from Bitcoin author to venture fund founder, stressing the importance of a solid Bitcoin foundation to evolve it from a speculative asset to a neutral monetary system, while highlighting innovation and strategic benefits of Bitcoin as a treasury asset for startups.
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049 - Highlights #8, Episodes 44-48
In this episode of the Build With Bitcoin podcast, hosts Lynne and Israel explore Bitcoin innovations, including lending with Ledn, Lightning payments with Voltage, self-custody via Blockstream Jade, Bitcoin as a medium of exchange, and investment in Bitcoin startups through Lightning Ventures. Each segment highlighting its increasing usability and accessibility.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:14 Exploring Bitcoin Lending with Ledn
06:56 Innovations in Lightning Payments with Voltage
12:58 Self-Custody and Hardware Wallets with Blockstream Jade
19:34 Bitcoin as a Currency...
048 - Deep Dive: Bitcoin Payments with Breez and 1A1z
In this conversation, the co-hosts explore the evolving landscape of Bitcoin payments with Breez and 1A1z. They discuss the significance of Bitcoin as a medium of exchange, the role of the Lightning Network in facilitating faster transactions, and the innovative use cases that are emerging in the payments industry.
The conversation highlights the potential of Bitcoin to transform financial systems globally, emphasizing the importance of accessibility and efficiency in transactions. The speakers emphasize the opportunities for financial inclusion and the future of Bitcoin as both a store of value and a medium of exchange.
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047 - Mike Jarmuz: Lightning Ventures
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of Bitcoin startups and investment opportunities with Mike Jarmuz, founder of Lightning Ventures and Thunder Funder. The conversation delves into the democratization of investing in Bitcoin startups and the challenges posed by regulations in private markets.
Mike shares his personal journey into Bitcoin, his transition to angel investing, and the innovative approaches his platforms are taking to support founders and investors alike. The discussion highlights the potential for Bitcoin startups to thrive in a more favorable environment and the exciting trends shaping the future of this space.
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046 - Deep Dive: Bitcoin Self-Custody with Blockstream Jade Plus
In this episode, the hosts discuss the significance of self-custody in the Bitcoin ecosystem, focusing on the Blockstream Jade Plus hardware wallet.
They explore the importance of taking responsibility for one's own funds, the features and benefits of the Jade Plus, and the open-source development process that allows for user feedback. The conversation also touches on market trends, user education, and the future of self-custody in the cryptocurrency space.
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045 - Graham Krizek, Voltage: Bitcoin Payments and Lightning
In this episode, Voltage CEO Graham Krizek discusses the evolution of Bitcoin's payments technology, particularly through the Lightning Network. He shares his journey from software engineering to founding Voltage, a platform that simplifies the integration of Lightning for businesses.
The conversation explores the advantages of Lightning over traditional payment systems, the potential for micropayments, and the global expansion of Voltage's services. Graham also touches on his fundraising journey and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the Bitcoin space.
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044 - Mauricio Di Bartolomeo & Ledn: The Financialization of Bitcoin
In this episode of Build With Bitcoin, the co-hosts speak with Mauricio di Bartolomeo, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Ledn. Mauricio shares his personal journey from Venezuela, where he witnessed the impact of hyperinflation, to discovering Bitcoin and its potential to revolutionize financial services.
He discusses the founding of Ledn, the challenges faced in the competitive landscape, and the importance of building trust and transparency in the financial sector. The conversation also covers the evolution of Ledn's product offerings, regulatory challenges, and the company's growth trajectory in the Bitcoin lending space.
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043 - Highlights: Episodes 38-42
In this episode of the Build With Bitcoin podcast, co-hosts Lynne and Israel review the most recent five episodes, focusing on key themes such as venture capital and investing in the Bitcoin space, the importance of education and development, and the perspectives of various thought leaders.
They discuss insights from Allen Farrington, Nico Lechuga, and Alex Mann on venture capital, Lisa Neigut on Bitcoin developer education, Stephen Cole on angel investing and Bitcoin for businesses, and Jameson Lopp on security and sovereignty in Bitcoin.
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042 - Jameson Lopp, Casa: Security and Innovation in Bitcoin
In this episode, Jameson Lopp, co-founder and Chief Security Officer at Casa, shares his insights on Bitcoin, self-custody, and the evolution of custody solutions. He discusses his journey into Bitcoin, the importance of self-custody for financial freedom, and the innovations in Bitcoin security and inheritance planning.
The conversation also touches on the role of corporate treasury in Bitcoin, the significance of investing in Bitcoin companies, and advice for entrepreneurs and users in the Bitcoin space.
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041 - The Bitcoin Economy: Alex Mann, Timechain & Nico Lechuga, EgoDeath
In this episode Build With Bitcoin co-hosts discuss the evolving landscape of Bitcoin Venture Capital with Alex Mann of Timechain and Nico Lechuga of Ego Death Capital. They cover the recent 'The Bitcoin Economy' event held in NYC and talk through the unique challenges and opportunities faced by startups in the Bitcoin ecosystem.
The conversation highlights the importance of understanding Bitcoin as a protocol and its implications for investment strategies. The speakers also share insights on global perspectives in Bitcoin investments and the criteria for evaluating startups in this space, emphasizing the need for value-added partnerships in...
040 - Stephen Cole: Angel Investing and Orqestra
In this episode, Stephen Cole, a startup investor and co-founder of Orqestra, shares his journey from the early days of the internet to his current focus on Bitcoin and its potential as a savings technology. The discussion covers the parallels between Bitcoin and internet protocols, the unique value proposition of Bitcoin, and its implications for angel investing and startup growth.
Stephen shares insights on how Orqestra aims to facilitate Bitcoin adoption for small and medium businesses, emphasizing the importance of user-friendly solutions. The episode concludes with advice for entrepreneurs looking to enter the Bitcoin space and the t...
039 - Lisa Neigut, Bitcoin Developer and Educator
Lisa Neigut, a prominent Bitcoin developer and educator, shares her journey into the Bitcoin space, her work with Base58 and Bitcoin++, and the importance of education in the Bitcoin ecosystem. She discusses the evolution of Bitcoin as a protocol, its unique position in the cryptocurrency landscape, and the global reach of her educational initiatives.
Lisa discusses the global expansion of Bitcoin++ conferences, highlighting the innovative projects that have emerged from hackathons. She outlines the thematic focus of upcoming events and the importance of bridging communities within the Bitcoin and broader crypto space. The dialogue also touches on...
038 - Allen Farrington, Axiom
Allen Farrington discusses his journey from traditional finance to Bitcoin Venture Capital, emphasizing the ethical implications of Bitcoin and its potential to revolutionize capital markets. He distinguishes Bitcoin from the broader crypto space, highlighting its unique properties and investment opportunities. Allen also shares insights on the future of Bitcoin technology and its integration into various industries.
The speakers explore the dynamics of institutional interest, deal flow, and the future of exits in Bitcoin ventures, while also leveling expectations for 2025.
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037 - 2024 Year in Review
Build With Bitcoin, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz reflect on their journey throughout the year, the importance of Bitcoin as a technology, and the insights gained from various guests.
They explore the current state of Venture Capital, the underrepresentation of Bitcoin startups, and the potential for innovation within the Bitcoin ecosystem. This conversation delves into the evolving landscape of Bitcoin Venture Capital, the collaborative nature of Bitcoin investors, challenges faced by founders, and the potential for Bitcoin to reshape financial markets and investment strategies.
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036 - Highlights: Episodes 31-35
In this highlights episode of Build With Bitcoin, hosts Israel Muñoz and Lynne Bairstow summarize key insights from the most recent five episodes, focusing on the concept of block space scarcity, innovative startups in the Bitcoin ecosystem, and the integration of Bitcoin with various technologies.
They discuss the importance of access to block space, the emergence of startups like Swapido, CASCDR, Joltz, and AnchorWatch, and how these companies are addressing real-world problems in Bitcoin adoption and usability.
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...035 - AnchorWatch: Bitcoin Insurance & Custody Solutions
Becca Rubenfeld, co-founder of AnchorWatch, shares her journey from a corporate background to the Bitcoin space, highlighting the need for secure insurance and custody solutions as Bitcoin adoption grows.
The conversation delves into the risks associated with Bitcoin custody, the lack of insurance options in the market, and how AnchorWatch aims to fill this gap with innovative solutions that combine technology and traditional insurance. The discussion covers the intricacies of key management, the setup of the Trident Vault, and the various layers of security designed to protect Bitcoin assets. We delve into the importance of inheritance planning...
034 - Joltz: Bitcoin Powered Payments Infrastructure
Ian Major from Joltz discusses his journey into Bitcoin, the evolution of Joltz, and how Joltz is a part of the launch of the first stablecoin on the Bitcoin Lightning Network, in Brazil. He explains the significance of Taproot Assets and how they enable multi-asset transactions on Bitcoin, as well as the growing market for stablecoins and their potential impact on the future of payments.
Ian elaborates on the product offerings of Joltz, their monetization strategies, and shares his learnings for startups in the Bitcoin space.
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033 - Bob Burnett, Deep Dive: Block Space Scarcity
The conversation delves into the concept of block space within the Bitcoin network, exploring its implications for miners, nations, and economic sovereignty.
Bob Burnett discusses the role of miners, the geopolitical aspects of block space, and the future of mining in a world where access to block space is crucial for maintaining economic independence. The discussion emphasizes the need for predictability in transaction costs and availability, as well as the potential for banks and corporations to dominate the mining landscape. The discussion highlights the absolute scarcity of both Bitcoin and block space, positioning them as critical components...
032 - Jim Carucci, CASCDR for Bitcoin-payable AI Services
Jim from CASCDR discusses the intersection of Bitcoin and AI, emphasizing the importance of privacy, micropayments, and the potential for a more open and decentralized internet. He shares his background in engineering and entrepreneurship, the vision behind CASCDR, and how their tools aim to enhance productivity while respecting user privacy.
Jim discusses the critical importance of privacy in the digital age, the exponential impact of AI and Bitcoin, and his personal journey into the Bitcoin community.
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031 - Swapido: Enabling Lightning Powered Bitcoin Swaps
Gustavo is the CEO and founder of Swapido, a platform to sell Bitcoin over the Lightning network and instantly send pesos to any bank account in Mexico. He is also a technical writer at Bitcoin Optech and has previously worked with Veriphi, Bull Bitcoin, and Wasabi Wallet.
The discussion covers the importance of user experience, future plans for the company, and the strategic importance of Mexico as a launchpad for expansion into Latin America. Gustavo shares insights on team dynamics, monetization strategies, and the importance of a Bitcoin treasury.
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030 - Highlights, Episodes 25-29
In this highlights episode of Build With Bitcoin, hosts Lynne and Israel discuss the evolving landscape of Venture Capital in Bitcoin, the innovative use of micropayments in gaming, the securing of data integrity through Bitcoin blockchain technology, and the potential of Bitcoin's Liquid Network for enhancing financial transactions.
The episode concludes with reflections on the future of Bitcoin technology and its applications in fintech, particularly in Latin America.
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00:00 Introduction to Highlights Episode
05:51 Investi...
029 - Mifiel: Securing the Unicity of Documents on the Bitcoin Blockchain
Co-founders Tomás and Hannah of Mifiel share their unique journey into the Bitcoin space and the evolution of their startups, from Volabit to Mifiel.
They discuss the significance of promissory notes in Mexico and Latin America, and their choice to utilize Bitcoin's Liquid network due to its security and efficiency. They explore the broader implications of tokenizing real-world assets, particularly promissory notes, and how this technology can enhance liquidity in the global financial system. The discussion also covers the company's client profile, competitive landscape, and the importance of a distributed custody model.
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028 - Alex Mann: Investing in Bitcoin Companies through Timechain
In this episode, co-host Israel Muñoz interviews Alex Mann, a venture capitalist and partner at Timechain and Concentric. Alex shares his journey from traditional business ventures to discovering the potential of Bitcoin, emphasizing its unique position and what sets it apart from the cryptocurrency landscape.
He discusses the philosophical and technological significance of Bitcoin, the challenges and opportunities in Bitcoin Venture Capital, and the current trends in Bitcoin infrastructure. The conversation highlights the nuances of investing in Bitcoin companies and the evolving landscape of the Bitcoin economy.
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027 - Simple Proof: Information Integrity using the Bitcoin Timechain
Carlos, a co-founder at Simple Proof, discusses the importance of information integrity in elections, and elsewhere in public records. He explains how Simple Proof has implemented a system -- already utilized in Guatemala -- to timestamp election results on the Bitcoin blockchain, ensuring their authenticity and reducing the risk of fraud.
The discussion covers the broader implications of data integrity in a digital age, the challenges of misinformation, and the potential for similar systems to be adopted globally. Carlos shares his personal journey and vision for the future of public records and the role of B...
026 - Deep Dive: Liquid Network with Adolfo Contreras of Blockstream
Adolfo from Blockstream discusses the Liquid Network and its potential to reshape capital markets globally. He explains the mechanics of the Liquid Network as a sidechain to Bitcoin, describing its role in enhancing scalability and enabling advanced financial applications.
The discussion delves into the concept of trust in financial systems, the opportunities for emerging markets to leapfrog traditional financial infrastructures, and specific use cases such as promissory notes in Mexico.
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00:00 Introduction to Liquid Network and Cap...
025 - THNDR: Gaming as a Gateway to Bitcoin Adoption
The founders of THNDR, Jack and Desiree, discuss their journey in integrating Bitcoin with gaming. They share insights on how gaming can serve as a gateway for new users to adopt Bitcoin, the challenges and opportunities they face in the gaming industry, and their innovative approach to user experience.
The discussion also covers their business model, future roadmap, and the importance of community in fostering a supportive environment for new Bitcoin users.
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024 - Highlights: Episodes 19-23
In this highlights episode, the Hosts touch on various themes from recent conversations, including: venture capital, hedge funds, asset tokenization, Layer 2 solutions, and the importance of staying focused and avoiding distractions.
The founders and investors interviewed in episodes 19-23 demonstrate a deep understanding of the Bitcoin industry and a commitment to building solid businesses on top of the Bitcoin protocol. The episodes provide valuable insights into the evolving landscape of Bitcoin and its potential for reshaping capital markets.
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023 - Arnab Naskar: Tokenized Securities on Bitcoin
Arnab from Stokr shares how the Bitcoin protocol can be used to remake capital markets. Stokr is a regulated asset tokenization platform that helps issuers tokenize securities on the Bitcoin blockchain. They provide an end-to-end solution for the tokenization process and also serve as a platform where tokenized assets can be sold to investors. By tokenizing assets, Stokr offers advantages such as increased liquidity, direct ownership, and a direct relationship between investors and issuers.
They have successfully tokenized assets like the Blockstream Mining Note, which allows investors to participate in Bitcoin mining and earn returns in Bitcoin. S...
022 - Pitch Day 2024 Winners: Joltz, Stable Channels, Rigly
The conversation covers the Pitch Day 2024 competition held at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville and features interviews with the winners in the categories of scaling, open source, and energy/mining.
The first part of the conversation focuses on Joltz, a company that is addressing scaling solutions for Bitcoin through the Lightning Network. The second part of the conversation features Stable Channels, a company that provides a solution for Bitcoin's price volatility. Rigley, the later part off the conversation, represented by Nico and Evan, is a marketplace for hash rate that allows individuals to participate in Bitcoin mining w...
021 - Bitcoin Opportunity Fund: Using Public and Private Markets to Grow the Ecosystem
David Foley and James Lavish, managing partners at the Bitcoin Opportunity Fund, discuss their investment strategy and the unique approach they take in the Bitcoin space. They invest in both public and private markets, including bitcoin itself, miners, and early to mid-stage Bitcoin companies. They also engage in private mining operations and distressed debt investing. Their background in traditional finance and their understanding of capital allocation and risk management sets them apart from other funds in the space.
They believe that Bitcoin is a store of value and a growth story, and they see the potential for i...
020 - Alex Leishman: Building a Trusted Bitcoin Financial Institution
Alex Leishman, CEO and CTO of River, shares his background and journey in the Bitcoin space. He discusses his interest in technology and economics, which led him to discover Bitcoin. Alex explains his vision for River as the most trusted Bitcoin bank and the need for custodial services. He highlights the importance of providing excellent customer service and building a strong reputation in the industry.
River's focus is on being the best place to buy Bitcoin in the US and expanding its role as a core financial institution as Bitcoin adoption grows. River CEO Alex Leishman shares l...
019 - Ego Death Capital: Bitcoin VC with Nico Lechuga and Andi Pitt
Ego Death Capital is a Bitcoin-only venture capital fund that focuses on investing in seed-stage and Series A companies building on top of Bitcoin. The fund was formed in 2022 by Nico Lechuga, Andi Pitt, and Jeff Booth. Ego Death Capital has a specific focus on funding companies that contribute to the advancement of humanity and have a long-term vision for creating real value. The role of venture capital and how it can be used strategically by early stage Bitcoin companies is discussed.
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018 - Highlights: Episodes 13-17 and Nashville
In this episode, the hosts recap the last five episodes of the Build With Bitcoin podcast and highlight the key themes discussed. They cover three startups (Breez, Fedi, and Relai), a bitcoin-focused fund (Early Riders), and the Pitch Day competition at the Bitcoin 2024 conference. They discuss the scaling of Bitcoin, the importance of open source technology, the role of Bitcoin as a store of value, the growth of the mining industry, and the increasing mainstream acceptance of Bitcoin.
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017 - Julian Liniger: Founding Relai, a European Bitcoin Platform
Julian Liniger, co-founder and CEO of Relai, shares his journey into the world of Bitcoin and how Relai has grown to become the largest Bitcoin-only on-ramp in Europe. The company started with a focus on making it easy for people to buy Bitcoin without KYC, and as regulatory requirements tightened, had to adapt and become a regulated broker.
They now have expanded to serve affluent individuals and business clients. Relai has a distributed team of around 30 employees, mostly in Europe, and has offices in Switzerland. Relai, a Bitcoin-only company, discusses the challenges and decisions they faced in s...
016 - Early Riders: A Sound Capital Investment Fund
Brian Cubellis and Brad Myers, partners at Early Riders explain why they chose to fund and deployed in bitcoin. The fund aims to apply bitcoin to the broader private investment landscape. The partners of Early Riders have complementary backgrounds in traditional finance, operations, strategy, and infrastructure. They believe that now is the right time to launch this fund because of the maturity of custodial solutions and the growing interest in bitcoin as an asset.
The fund is open to investing in both Bitcoin-only companies and companies that leverage bitcoin as part of their business model. They are a...
015 - Martell Fox: Bitcoin 2024 Conference Pitch Day!
Pitch Day at Bitcoin 2024 Conference is a showcase of the next round of entrepreneurs building with Bitcoin. The event will feature four different tracks: Alpha (trading), Mining, Layer 2, and Open Source. Each track will have three contestants who will pitch their ideas and answer questions from a panel of judges.
The event will also include trivia games, a lightning relay race, and other interactive activities. The winners of each track will receive whale passes and trophies, and there may be a syndicate deal offered for the other tracks. The event is open to industry pass holders and i...
