After Web3: The Post Web with Jasper De Maere

After Web3: The Post Web with Jasper De Maere

Author: Blockchain.com February 25, 2025 Duration: 22:07

In this episode of Blockchain Bylines, Nic sits down with Jasper De Maere, Head of Research at Outlier Ventures, to discuss the the 'Post Web.'

They dive into the intersection between AI and blockchain and the radical reimagining of the web. Jasper shares his journey from traditional finance to crypto and explains the implications of AI-driven automation on everyday economic activities.

Tune in to discover how AI and blockchain are poised to redefine our interaction with the internet.


00:00 Introduction to Post Swap and Web3

01:27  Meet Jasper DeMars: From TradFi to Web3

03:41  The Evolution of the Internet: From Web1 to Web3

04:46 The Post Web Thesis: Delegating to AI Agents

11:34  The Role of Blockchain in AI and Automation

14:11  Advice for Entrepreneurs in Web3

17:38  Future Outlook: The Internet in 5-10 Years


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