Austin Federa is the Head of Communications for Solana Foundation, where he works across communications, marketing, strategy, and product. Introducing Validated, the weekly podcast focused on expanding discussions with web3 industry leaders to cover a wide range of topics for those who are eager to learn more about blockchain and crypto. In each episode of Validated, host Austin Federa (the Solana Foundation’s head of communications) tackles some of the big questions people have about the world of web3 — including NFTs, DeFi, decentralized governance, games, and more — alongside some of the world’s leading experts. Perfect for fans of Decoder and Acquired.fm, Validated looks at the big picture ideas and research about the decentralized future, as well as the trending news of the day. Links https://link.chtbl.com/yJftVHV8?sid=CryptoCurrent *Disclaimer. Richard Carthon is the Founder of Crypto Current. All opinions expressed by members of the Crypto Current Team, Richard or his guest on this podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Crypto Current. You should not treat any opinion expressed by Richard as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy but only as an expression of his opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only. ~ Put your Bitcoin and Ethereum to work. Earn up to 12% interest back with Tantra Labs ~ New to crypto? Check out our Crypto for Beginners Step-by-Step Guide to Crypto Investing ~ Follow us on Youtube, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, & Tik Tok ~ Want to make ~$25+ a month for FREE? Sign up to get a FREE emrit.io Coolspot today!  ~ Want to learn more about cryptocurrency? Check out our educational videos today! ~ Swan is the easiest and most affordable way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring purchases. Start your plan today and get $10 of free Bitcoin dropped into your account. ~ Want access to cool crypto/blockchain projects that you can use immediately? Check out our partnerships page!  ~ Looking to attend a cryptocurrency or blockchain event? Check out our events page! ~ Tune in on Crypto Current TV throughout the week for a 24/7 crypto stream on the latest action on crypto markets, news, and interviews with the industry’s top experts! ~ Enjoying our podcast? Please leave us a 5 star reviewa...