Fidelity Center for Applied Technology (FCAT®)

Ethan Mollick, author of Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI, joined John Dalton, FCAT’s VP of Research for a thought-provoking conversation on how AI will likely impact our personal and professional lives. See more fascinating insights at fcatalyst.com/blog/june2024/… #FCAT

Join us for the Crypto Brief as our hosts unpack the rise of tokenized collectibles and what it could signal for the future of assets on-chain. From nostalgia-driven markets to billion-dollar asset classes, we break down what’s driving adoption, where tokenization is gaining real traction, and what it takes for new systems to outperform the old. Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744e83518… #FCAT #DeFi #DigitalAssets #collectibles #tradingcards

Listen in as our hosts sit down with @sirjohnhargrave, author of The Intelligent Crypto Investor, to discuss key trends, cover emerging opportunities, and explore practical ways to navigate risk, volatility, and drive smarter crypto investing. Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744e83518… #FCAT #DeFi #DigitalAssets

Tune in as our hosts unpack the rise of perpetual futures and how they’re transforming trading beyond traditional expiration cycles. We explore how on-chain platforms are expanding access, increasing transparency, and introducing new risks—from visible positions to evolving market structure—and what it all could mean for the future of finance. Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744e83518… #FCAT #DeFi #DigitalAssets

Join our hosts as they break down recent crypto exploits and how malicious actors are blending emerging technologies with traditional tactics. We unpack what happened, what it means for DeFi, and the growing role of AI—plus key risks and takeaways for developers and investors. Listen now: episodes.castos.com/62506744e83518… #FCAT #DeFi #Cybersecurity #BlockchainSecurity #DigitalAssets #Web3

We’re excited to sponsor the inaugural Blockchain x Quantum Hackathon with @superteamIE & Quantum Ireland. As the quantum landscape evolves, it’s pushing us to rethink how we secure existing networks. Ready to build for what’s next? Register your team today: luma.com/BlockchainQuan… #quantum #blockchain #innovation #FCAT

On this episode of the Crypto Brief, we’re joined by @natbrunell to explore the foundations of financial re-education and how Bitcoin is expanding access. Natalie shares why understanding money as a technology matters today, how the Bitcoin network can enable greater inclusion, and what financial literacy looks like in practice. Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief #FCAT

What might be next for the Bitcoin network—and who gets to steer the conversation? In this episode of the Crypto Brief, our hosts sit down with Blockspace Media’s Charlie Spears to explore what’s on the docket for this year’s OPNEXT conference, key trends across the ecosystem, and why the quantum debate is quickly becoming one of the most important conversations in crypto. Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief #FCAT #Blockchain #EmergingTech #QuantumComputing

FCAT recently launched new quantum computing research in collaboration with @XanaduAI! This work begins to explore how natively quantum algorithms might offer advantages for certain real-world applications. Learn more: fcatalyst.com/trends-and-sig… #FCAT #PQC #QuantumComputing

Listen in as Weston Jones, a Digital Asset Engineer from FCAT’s Blockchain Incubator, joins our hosts to break down recent developments on Solana and beyond. Together, they explore the forces driving infrastructure and innovation—from design philosophy and validator operations to community-driven security, tradeoffs, and how Solana compares with other major networks as the broader ecosystem continues to evolve. Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief #FCAT

As crypto continues to evolve, institutions are entering the fold. Join us for this episode of the FCAT Crypto Brief, as our hosts break down why TradFi players are moving into DeFi and key considerations surrounding adoption. Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief #FCAT

The FCAT DVN is now live on @LayerZero_Core! The DVN offers foundational infrastructure for institutions seeking trustworthy cross-chain operations. Leveraging LayerZero’s neutral interoperability infrastructure with FCAT’s verification capabilities, @OndoFinance is the first organization to use the DVN. Check out the full story now: fcatalyst.com/trends-and-sig… #FCAT #Web3 #Interoperability #Blockchain

We’re excited to share the launch of the FCAT Validator on @Solana! Engineered for reliability, transparency, and network resilience, this work reflects an ongoing commitment to strengthening the larger on-chain ecosystem. Learn about our validator here: fcatalyst.com/solana-staking #FCAT @SolanaFndn

And we’re back! Curious about what’s ahead for crypto in 2026? Chris Kuiper, VP of Research at @DigitalAssets, breaks down key trends from FDA’s annual Look Ahead report and shares his perspective on their potential impact across the industry. Listen now: fcatalyst.com/crypto-brief?h… #FCAT

What does it take to build a thriving blockchain community? In this episode, our hosts sit down with Doug Mehne, Chair of the @BosBlockAssoc, to unpack how tailored programming, shared values, and collaboration are fueling Boston’s rise as a hub for digital assets. From institutional adoption and university partnerships to creating spaces for candid conversations, discover why community serves as a backbone of innovation. Listen now ➡️ crypto-brief.castos.com/episodes/block… #FCAT

Tune in as @PrimordialAA, CEO and Co-founder of @LayerZero_Core, joins the FCAT Crypto Brief to unpack the infrastructure powering future blockchain interoperability. From poker pro to protocol architect, Bryan shares his insights on unified liquidity, tokenization, governance, agentic AI, and more. Listen now: crypto-brief.castos.com/episodes/inter… #FCAT

From end-user innovations to new legislation, crypto and the larger blockchain ecosystem have recently headlined numerous stories worldwide. However, the question still remains: is crypto mainstream? Tune in as our hosts explore what “mainstream” actually means and the extent to which this all matters for various cross-industry stakeholders. Listen now: crypto-brief.castos.com/episodes/are-w… #FCAT

You use a cold wallet. You care about security. You’ve got opinions. Perfect. We're launching a private beta for a new air-gapped cold wallet designed for security, simplicity, and control that’s integrated with the FCAT Wallet We’re sending a limited number of free cold wallet devices to select Beta participants who test & provide feedback. If you’re a Bitcoin and Ethereum user that resides in the U.S. and values control over your keys, sign up for our Vault Beta now. fcatalyst.com/fcat-wallet #FCAT

🎙️ Live from @ETHBoston! In this special edition — presented in collaboration with the @TheBostonDAO — our hosts took the stage to explore the latest in tokenization, from market trends to technical and user experience implications. Listen now: crypto-brief.castos.com/episodes/live-… #FCAT

🎉 We’re celebrating 100 episodes of the Crypto Brief! Join us as we take a look back at three years of headlines, innovations, and evolution on-chain—addressing some of the top trends and market factors that have emerged since we started back in 2022. Listen now: crypto-brief.castos.com/episodes/crypt… #FCAT

TradFi and DeFi have remained fairly separate, but the two worlds have started to collide. Listen in as the hosts are joined by @chainlink's @SergeyNazarov to discuss his work and vision for the future of blockchain. crypto-brief.castos.com/episodes/linki… #FCAT