Web3 is not unlike a circus. An environment where limits are constantly defied and the most agile actors soar to great new heights, a single day in Web3 comes with dramatic climaxes and breathtaking lows. After all, we are witnessing the evolution of human history, money and tech play out before our eyes.
In the world of Web3, visionaries like former Cirque du Soleil acrobat and Webacy founder Maika Isogawa show us what good can come from embracing the unknown and defying convention. This week, BFF contributor Sabrina Bonini highlights Isogawa, whose story serves as an example of how talented multihyphenates can find success in this emerging new market.
Born and raised in a small town near Tokyo, Isogawa's multicultural upbringing nurtured her curiosity for life's boundless possibilities. Her journey took unexpected turns, from pursuing astrophysics at prestigious universities to captivating audiences globally as a Cirque du Soleil acrobat. After her time with the circus, she found herself exploring computer science and cybersecurity, eventually leading her to a role at Microsoft.
Guided by curiosity and cross-cultural connections, resilience like the kind Isagowa possesses makes Web3 professionals well-equipped to navigate the ups and downs of our volatile industry. And as we soar into this new era of possibilities, let us remember the journeys of those who dare to fly through the air with the greatest of ease — as this former acrobat does.
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Joe Lubin weighs in on the SEC’s Ethereum debate. The Ethereum co-founder said it is a “foregone conclusion” that ETH is a commodity, not a security.
Vitalik doesn’t want to win this way. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has no interest in pulling up the ladders on competitors, saying that even if Ethereum’s first-mover advantage helps it pass regulatory scrutiny, the overall Web3 ecosystem won’t benefit from SEC attacks.
Coinbase claps back. The leading crypto exchange filed a motion to dismiss the SEC’s case against it for alleged securities violations.
Talks of an FTX reboot begin. The FTX restructuring team has its work cut out for it, as the process has already revealed a messy web of commingled funds.
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Entrepreneur and AI Scientist Dr. Rana el Kaliouby has been named an Eisenhower USA Fellow. Congrats, Rana! Check out her tweet for more details.
Megan DeMatteo is BFF's Editorial Partner.
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