1/ Here's the full episode of my conversation with @xAdamBates as he began his new role as CMO at @burnt_xion. There's some good alpha here about his approach at XION and also some of his reflections on blockchain in general, taken from his time leading @Cardano prior to joining XION. Summary Adam Bates, Chief Marketing Officer at XION, shares his journey into blockchain and his focus on simplifying complex crypto concepts for mass understanding. He stresses that user experience is the key driver for blockchain adoption, highlighting the importance of intuitive design, storytelling, and strong community-building. Bates explains how XION differentiates itself with seamless onboarding, no gas fees, and strategic partnerships that build trust. The conversation covers challenges in crypto marketing, the role of human-centric branding, and the future of blockchain as a user-first ecosystem. Takeaways -- Simplifying blockchain concepts is vital for wider adoption. Discussion about super apps like @infinex. -- User experience drives trust and retention in crypto. -- Community-building fosters long-term brand loyalty. -- Storytelling is a core element of successful marketing. -- XION’s focus includes no gas fees and frictionless onboarding. -- Partnerships with recognized brands enhance credibility. -- User acquisition and retention remain key industry challenges. -- Marketing should humanize blockchain technology. -- The future of blockchain depends on prioritizing accessibility and user needs. Timeline (00:00) Introduction to Adam Bates and XION (02:43) Adam’s journey in blockchain and marketing (05:42) Simplifying blockchain messaging (08:15) XION’s approach to user experience (11:23) The role of marketing in blockchain adoption (14:13) Challenges in the crypto space (16:50) Building community and relationships (19:28) User-centric design in blockchain (22:24) XION’s partnerships and future plans (29:32) Empowering entrepreneurs in Web3 (30:46) Marketing innovations with blockchain (32:41) Building brands on XION (34:29) Customer retention strategies (37:30) Human-centric blockchain experiences (41:59) Storytelling in blockchain (49:32) Returning to marketing fundamentals CC @BurntBanksy @Prajjwal08

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