In this Future Signal episode, Jon Grinnell, a seasoned crypto industry expert, joins Jarrett Carpenter for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of crypto, Bitcoin, industry regulation, and wealth management. They discuss John’s experience at Coinbase, how corporate culture is adapting to cryptocurrency, and the shifting political and regulatory environment impacting the industry. Key topics include Bitcoin adoption trends, the possibility of a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve, and how real estate is losing its dominance as a wealth store in favor of digital assets. They also explore the challenges of educating the next generation on financial literacy in a crypto-driven world and navigating relationships in an economy increasingly shaped by blockchain technology. This episode offers valuable insights into the future of money, investing, and economic transformation—don't miss it!

It's simple, if you can acquire 0.1 Bitcoin, you will be part of an elite club of fewer than 0.0005% of people in the world. In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter explores the reasons why 99% of people will never own 0.1 Bitcoin. He discusses the impact of fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) on public perception of Bitcoin, the economic barriers that prevent individuals from investing, and the implications of digital scarcity. The conversation also delves into global income disparities and how they affect access to Bitcoin, as well as current statistics on Bitcoin ownership. Ultimately, Jarrett emphasizes the urgency of investing in Bitcoin as its value continues to rise.

Andy Bryant joins Jarrett Carpenter to explore the rapid evolution of AI, its ethical challenges, and its impact on journalism, media, and creative industries. They discuss how AI models are trained, the risks of copyright infringement, and the rise of advanced models like DeepSeek.

In this episode, Join Jarrett Carpenter and John Ruth as they explore how cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are transforming the future of global aid and nonprofit funding. With the seeming death of traditional support systems like USAID, they discuss innovative solutions such as peer-to-peer donations, impact certificates, and the use of digital assets like Bitcoin to establish strategic reserves. The conversation dives into: - The inefficiencies of traditional aid systems and how blockchain ensures transparency. - The potential of AI-driven strategies to revolutionize nonprofit funding. - How Universal Basic Income (UBI) could address job displacement from technological advancements. -The role of WorldCoin and its implications for equitable UBI models. Discover how crypto and AI are shaping the future of global impact and creating fairer, more efficient systems in a rapidly evolving economic landscape.

In this episode, John Ruth joins Jarrett Carpenter to dive deep into the transformative power of blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), and crypto solutions in empowering communities across the Global South. Learn about the Solar Foundation's innovative projects, tackling real-world challenges like financial inclusion, climate change, and the onboarding of underserved communities to crypto.

This is one of the most common questions that I get, right about daily now, on Bitcoin, and so I thought I'd create a short episode and address this. - Jarrett Carpenter

In this Future Signal episode, Jon Grinnell, a seasoned crypto industry expert, joins Jarrett Carpenter for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of crypto, Bitcoin, industry regulation, and wealth management. They discuss John’s experience at Coinbase, how corporate culture is adapting to cryptocurrency, and the shifting political and regulatory environment impacting the industry.

Key topics include Bitcoin adoption trends, the possibility of a U.S. Bitcoin strategic reserve, and how real estate is losing its dominance as a wealth store in favor of digital assets. They also explore the challenges of educating the next generation on financial literacy in a crypto-driven world and navigating relationships in an economy increasingly shaped by blockchain technology.

This episode offers valuable insights into the future of money, investing, and economic transformation—don't miss it!

In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter welcomes Ken Kou from Mercy Corps Ventures to discuss the evolution of the Crypto for Good Fund and its impact on emerging markets. They explore how blockchain technology enhances financial inclusion in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America, including real-world applications such as a savings product for unbanked individuals in Cameroon.

The conversation delves into anticipatory action in humanitarian aid, the role of smart contracts, and the implications of tokenization for global financial access. They address wealth inequality, the future of crypto investment in emerging markets, and the importance of long-term thinking in the sector.

Ken also explains decentralized physical infrastructure (D-PIN) and its role in humanitarian efforts like water access projects. The discussion highlights the growth of crypto in aid delivery, challenges in converting crypto to fiat, and the importance of user experience in crypto applications. Kou emphasizes that nonprofits should prioritize solving problems over focusing on technology, advocating for a user-friendly approach to crypto adoption.

In this episode, Andy Bryant joins Jarrett Carpenter to discuss the transformative impact of AI on the workforce, focusing on the rapid evolution of jobs in media, software engineering, and beyond. They discuss how automation is reshaping industries, with roles like customer service representatives and even waitstaff potentially becoming obsolete. The conversation explores the broader societal implications, from the future of dining experiences powered by technology to the ethical and political challenges shaping AI and advancements in computer chip technology.

Key topics include the concept of embedding space and the potential for AI systems to communicate in ways that are incomprehensible to humans, raising critical concerns about the nature of human-AI interaction. Jarrett and Andy also examine the delicate balance between embracing technological innovation and preserving human connection in an increasingly automated world.

This episode provides valuable insights into navigating the shifting job market and understanding the broader impact of AI-driven disruption across various industries.

In this episode, Jarrett Carpenter dives into the 5 incoming bitcoin adoption signals that he's looking out for in 2025.

In this episode, Kate Porter joins Jarrett Carpenter to delve into the shifting dynamics of job hunting in 2025, emphasizing the critical role of personal branding, the strategic use of LinkedIn, and the hurdles of unemployment. Kate candidly shares her own experiences with unemployment, highlighting the importance of strong references, compelling portfolios, and staying authentic throughout the job search process.

The discussion covers practical topics like the relevance of cover letters, the benefits of working with headhunters, and how to avoid scams in the job market. Kate also sheds light on navigating the job landscape amidst the rise of remote work and AI-driven tools, offering innovative strategies to stand out in a competitive environment. Beyond job searching, the conversation touches on the future of Bitcoin and emerging investment opportunities, painting a broader picture of the intersection between technology, work, and economic trends.

In this episode, Addie LaMarr, a cybersecurity professional, joins Jarrett Carpenter to explore the critical importance of cybersecurity in our ever increasingly digital lives and especially for those in crypto.

Andy Bryant joins Jarrett Carpenter on the podcast to discuss what people are missing about AI and how it's being developed so fast that it's hard to keep up with. So fast in fact, that by the time this episode is edited and published, things may have already shifted.

Hugh Aprile is an international development professional who currently runs the LATAM and Caribbean portfolio for Mercy Corps, one of the world's biggest nonprofits. Hugh fell into the Bitcoin rabbit hole in the pandemic and joins Jarrett Carpenter to discuss how Bitcoin can transform individual lives, communities, and even organizations.

In this episode of the Future Signal Podcast, Deepa Chaudhary, the CEO and Founder of GrantOrb, joins Jarrett Carpenter to discuss her company, why she founded it and how it's empowering nonprofit and for profit companies to apply to grants using AI in a fraction of the time previously needed.

For Small Business Saturday and our 2nd episode, Grant Nieddu (Sparks) joins Jarrett Carpenter on the podcast to discuss the tech he's leveraging daily to stay ahead in a world of AI and automation.

On the first episode of Future Signal, Jarrett Carpenter chats with Brian Naughton about all-things AI and Art and we dive into his "old school" photography, as well as his AI created pieces of art. Brian's art is truly stunning and this virtual walkthrough explores concepts of provenance and creativity in the new age of AI.