FINTECH & INNOVATION
Digital Assets &
DeFi Explained
Learn about how Decentralised Finance (DeFi) is transforming finance by using Blockchain to remove intermediaries, enhancing accessibility, transparency, and efficiency.
Fintech
Blockchain proficiency
DeFi understanding
Web3 navigation
Innovation Insight
Course Lessons
Introduction to the Expert and Web3
Lex Sokolin, an influential figure in the blockchain space, introduces the foundational concepts of Web3 and decentralised finance. This chapter sets the stage for understanding the transformative potential of these technologies.
The Essence of Decentralisation
Explore the critical importance of decentralisation in today's digital economy, contrasting Web3 with previous internet models and discussing the potential dominance of decentralised systems.
Individual Motivation and Impact
Delve into the personal motivations driving individuals towards Web3, highlighting the unique opportunities and impacts this technological shift offers to users and creators.
Understanding Decentralised Finance (DeFi)
This chapter breaks down the fundamentals of DeFi, illustrating how it diverges from traditional finance and the significance it holds for individuals in the digital age.
Opportunities and Philosophical Underpinnings
Uncover the key opportunities within Web3 and the philosophical underpinnings of decentralisation, exploring why these concepts are revolutionary and how they're evolving.
The Role of ConsenSys in Web3
Learn about ConsenSys' pivotal role in the Web3 ecosystem, from pioneering adoption to developing essential tools like MetaMask for users and developers.
Further Learning and Exploration
Concludes the course with guidance on further learning and exploration, encouraging engagement with resources to deepen understanding and insight into Web3 and DeFi.
Meet your instructor - Lex Sokolin
MD & co-founder, Generative Ventur
Lex Sokolin is the co-founder of Generative Ventures, an engaged venture fund focused on the machine economy. He looks at Seed and Series A company across Fintech, Web3, and Artificial Intelligence. Previously, Lex held the roles of Chief Economist, Chief Marketing Officer, and Global Fintech Co-Head at ConsenSys, the labs company behind MetaMask and Ethereum. Additionally, he writes the Fintech Blueprint -- an industry newsletter for 170,000 readers at https://www.fintechblueprint.com/.
Lex Sokolin is the co-founder of Generative Ventures, an engaged venture fund focused on the machine economy. He looks at Seed and Series A company across Fintech, Web3, and Artificial Intelligence. Previously, Lex held the roles of Chief Economist, Chief Marketing Officer, and Global Fintech Co-Head at ConsenSys, the labs company behind MetaMask and Ethereum. Additionally, he writes the Fintech Blueprint -- an industry newsletter for 170,000 readers at https://www.fintechblueprint.com/.