FutureX Podcast Recap: Episode 10 with Sachi Kamiya from Polygon Ventures
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In the latest episode of the FutureX podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Sachi Kamiya, a founding partner at Polygon Ventures, a leading investment firm in the crypto space. With her deep understanding of the market, Sachi shares valuable insights into the current state of the crypto ecosystem and the evolving landscape for founders and investors. She analyzes industry trends in-depth, from changing valuations to the rise of infrastructure projects and decentralized social applications.
Rachel and Sachi also dive into the challenges and opportunities for women in crypto and the potential for AI and blockchain integration. Don’t miss this engaging conversation on the future of blockchain technology and its impact on our daily lives!
Sachi’s Background
Sachi brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the crypto space. Before venturing into blockchain, Sachi had a successful career in traditional finance, working in prominent financial institutions. She gained valuable experience in investment analysis, portfolio management, and financial strategies and excelled in her role, navigating complex market dynamics and making informed investment decisions. However, her curiosity and drive for innovation led her to explore emerging technologies and the potential disruption they could bring to the financial industry.
Joining Polygon Ventures was a natural step for Sachi as she sought to contribute her knowledge and skills to the growth and development of the decentralized finance ecosystem. As a partner at Polygon Ventures, she plays a crucial role in identifying and supporting innovative projects that leverage the power of the Polygon network. Sachi’s experience in traditional finance and her deep understanding of decentralized finance positions her as a valuable asset within the crypto industry. Her ability to bridge the gap between traditional financial concepts and the innovative world of blockchain technology enables her to make informed investment decisions and support the advancement of groundbreaking projects within the Polygon ecosystem.
Investing at Polygon Ventures
During the interview, Sachi explained how Polygon Ventures operates as a leading venture capital firm within the crypto space. With a focus on supporting innovative projects built on the Polygon network, Polygon Ventures seeks to identify and invest in high-potential startups and decentralized applications. Sachi emphasized that the firm strongly emphasizes partnering with exceptional founders and teams, looking for individuals who demonstrate a deep understanding of their target market and possess the drive and vision to bring their ideas to fruition. Polygon Ventures takes a collaborative approach, working closely with portfolio projects to provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and resources to help them navigate the challenges and opportunities of the rapidly evolving blockchain landscape. The firm’s goal is to provide capital and foster long-term relationships, and actively contribute to the growth and success of the projects they invest in.
Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Crypto
During this episode, Sachi also touched upon the unique challenges and opportunities for women in the crypto industry. She acknowledged that breaking into the space can be tough due to higher standards and barriers to entry. However, Sachi highlighted the progress in promoting gender diversity and creating a supportive environment. She shared her experiences, noting that women often excel in the industry by pushing themselves harder and delivering exceptional results. Sachi emphasized the importance of mentorship and encouraged more women to join Web3, emphasizing that their perspectives and contributions are crucial for the industry’s success. She expressed her optimism for the future, envisioning a more balanced and inclusive crypto landscape.
Sachi’s Vision for the Future
Throughout the episode, Sachi shared her vision for the future of the crypto industry. She expressed her belief in the importance of mass adoption and the need for blockchain technology to seamlessly integrate into everyday life. Sachi highlighted the potential of blockchain to enhance various use cases, such as payments, loyalty platforms, and digital collectibles. She emphasized the importance of improving user experience, making blockchain technology invisible while still harnessing its benefits. Sachi also discussed the potential synergy between artificial intelligence and blockchain, envisioning a decentralized AI model to empower individuals and avoid centralized control. With her forward-thinking mindset, Sachi is actively contributing to shaping a future where Web3 and blockchain technologies revolutionize how we live and interact.
About SynFutures
SynFutures is a next-generation Web3 decentralized derivatives infrastructure that creates an open and trustless derivatives market by enabling trading on anything with a price feed anytime. SynFutures democratizes the derivatives market by employing an Amazon-like business model, giving users the tools to freely trade any assets and list arbitrary futures contracts within seconds.
Deployed on multiple blockchains, SynFutures is currently the largest derivatives exchange on Polygon and is among the top three most actively used decentralized derivatives exchanges. Backers include Tier 1 Web3 institutional investors Pantera Capital, Polychain Capital, Susquehanna International Group (SIG), Dragonfly Capital, Standard Crypto, and Framework Ventures, and team members have extensive experience at global financial institutions, fintech companies and blockchain technology companies such as Alipay, Bitmain, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Matrixport, and Nomura Securities.
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