Maria Salcedo

Bridging Tech, Design & Web3 ✨ | Turning complex tech into trusted experiences | Shaping blockchain, UX & the future of identity

[Ethereum @ethereum]

upgrade in progress . . .

activating Pectra @ epoch 364032 // 10:05:11 UTC

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

⚖️ Tech + regulation = same ecosystem.

These aren’t separate conversations.
It’s not enough to build better chains.

💬 So here’s my question:

Can we truly scale Web3 if builders and lawmakers don’t learn side by side?

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

Web3 isn’t just code. It’s context too.

What I learned at a local Polkadot event in Barcelona and what was happening at the same time in Switzerland says a lot about where this space is heading. 👇

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

AND at the same time, in Lucerne...
PBA also hosted its campus for developers:

🎓 Deep dives into their SDK, Rust, and dApp development.
🤝 In collab with Lucerne University of Applied Sciences.
💡 Fully funded thanks to @opengov.

[Sergey Nazarov @SergeyNazarov]

I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to attend the Crypto Summit at the @WhiteHouse today. It was a great event that had some of the top leaders in our industry in attendance, all of whom got the chance to share their views on the crypto reserve, regulation, legislation and the overall strategy for how our industry will be able to evolve in the United States financial system. Since the US financial system is the world's leading financial system and many other financial systems follow its lead, this was a truly historic day for our industry.

Having the most senior members of the cabinet that cover these topics, the Secretary of the Treasury @SecScottBessent and the Secretary of Commerce @howardlutnick attending the event and actively participating before we were joined by @POTUS says a lot about the US's new found commitment to cryptocurrencies, blockchains and its own evolution as a financial system using our industry's approach.

Having top legislators that have been supporting our industry for many years like Congressional Whip Tom Emmer/@GOPMajorityWhip and Digital Asset Subcommittee Chair Bryan Steil/@RepBryanSteil also in the room showed a clear alignment between the executive and the legislative branch. The executive branch and legislative branch working together to get our industry adopted by the US financial system is very important. After this summit and my recent trips to DC it has become clear to me that the large macroeconomic effects of our industry on the US financial system makes it not only a bipartisan issue but possibly even a nonpartisan issue that is obviously in both parties interests because it is clearly in the US's overall interests. This level of cooperation between both parties of the house and senate greatly accelerates our industry's ability to gain entirely new laws and regulations. It may actually be one of the most cooperative issues in the legislative process right now.

I am also very impressed by the intelligence, commitment and deep industry understanding of the people that the @realDonaldTrump has chosen to plan things out for our industry from the executive branch; @DavidSacks and @BoHines are both knowledgeable about our industry and clearly very committed to helping it reach an entirely new level of adoption. They are helping bring together the most senior members of the US government to reorient the US financial system towards our industries technologies as the future. They did a great job on this summit and are doing many other great things for our industry's future as well.

It is clear to me that @realDonaldTrump has chosen our industry as a critical component of his plans for the US economy. In the attached video you can clearly see him saying "I thought it was very important that we stay in the front of this one, this is a big one" in response to points about how our industry is leading to the evolution of the global financial system. As an industry we are all immensely lucky that this is now the approach that US's executive branch has towards our industry. Thank you.

There were many comments made during the summit by various top industry leaders, but I found @ZachWitkoff's comments about the need to create regulatory clarity that makes all existing US institutions comfortable enough to participate in our industry, particularly insightful. I personally think that what he and the team at @worldlibertyfi are building is at the next level of DeFi and will be in a good position to take advantage of this next iteration/evolution of the US financial system.

[Mariangel @justmariangel]

To those web3 and remote companies with Venezuelan employees living in Venezuela, they might be currently facing a very difficult situation due to the national blackout.

They may be unable to connect to the internet, with mobile data and phone lines potentially down. Public transportation could be severely limited or unavailable. It is expected that gas stations might be either closed or limiting services in the coming hours, forcing those with fuel to be extremely cautious about their movements since no one knows when electricity will return.

Accessing co-working spaces could be challenging, as many rely on power generators. Most goods and services have become more expensive. Without connectivity, accessing banks and digital wallets may also be difficult, leaving many to depend on cash.

I could go on with more examples, but I just want you to know that this situation is real and feels like a natural disaster. Some may even need to visit hospitals or malls to charge their phones and get water like in the previous national blackout, if these places are open or allow it. It’s an incredibly stressful time, as no one is truly prepared for such a precarious situation.

For your employees, their remote job is their lifeline, a source of “normality” in the midst of this nightmare. Finding a local job with regional or international benefits is nearly impossible. If they are unable to deliver or even connect during this time, please be compassionate and support them as much as possible. ❤️‍🩹💔

[Samy 🇪🇸 @samiraabre1]

@reps_moonchild Barcelona, España

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

@elonmusk @elonmusk why not doing a live with @MariaCorinaYA?

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

@mapologo @_eviez @puzkas Por eso al final creo que blockchain habría ayudado mucho en este tema.

Aunque, la prueba también la tienen los miembros de mesa que tienen copias de las actas. Las actas falsas tendrian que tener las actas que aparecen en los vídeos y que la gente que participó ha compartido.

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

@sebas6612 @AlgoFamily @Gunny_es @AlgoFoundation @ReFiMedellin Wohooooooo si!!!!! 🤩✨

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

@AlgoFamily @Gunny_es @AlgoFoundation @ReFiMedellin Loved the giant chess and the gaming ecosystem.

[MJ.algo 🇺🇸 @AlgoFamily]

For #Decipher attendees, @Gunny_es is giving away this beautiful handmade $algo hat made by a community in northern Colombia specifically designed for the #AlgoFam.

steps to enter:
1) Follow @AlgoFoundation, @Gunny_es and their sponsor @ReFiMedellin.
2) RT this post
3) Comment what you liked the most about #Decipher2024 or a picture of yourself at the event.

Winner will be selected at 8pm CET!

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

@Web3Family_ Done 🤜🔥🤛

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

Here at @netcoreconf!
Having an amazing time 🙌✨

#netcoreconf #concurso

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

I hope you enjoy the video.
And about the main topic:

If you're thinking about moving, or just curious about freelancing or living as a digital nomad... Welcome change and always be ready to learn!

🤔 What's an interesting cultural thing you've noticed while working?

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[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

Adapting from Venezuela to Spain ✈
Talking about business cultural differences.

I had a great time on Prof. Dr. Werner Korb's podcast, TEC ONE Stories.

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#GlobalBusiness #DigitalNomad #Freelancing #BusinessConsulting

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

Werner is an excellent coach and consultant.
He uses a unique method called "flash coaching."
In this, you get 15 minutes to discuss any topic.

And TRUST ME... Those minutes are really valuable 🔥

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[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

On a platform about “professional people”:
↳ YOU have something to share.
↳ YOU have experience.
↳ YOU have value.

Your personal brand grows with YOU.
It’s not just tied to a business.

Got any success stories or challenges?
🚀 Share below!

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[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

Last year, I got +450K impressions on LinkedIn. 🔥
Here’s why you need to start posting TODAY:

Your personal brand is your digital footprint:
↳ What you represent online.
↳ How the digital world perceives you.

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#OnlineStrategy #MarketingTips #DigitalMarketing

[Maria Salcedo @mgsalcedon]

Why does it matter?
If they don’t see you, then HOW are they going to:

✅ Buy your products or choose your services?
✅Share new opportunities with you?
✅Collaborate with your business?

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