28 March 2025
James McDowall : All things Web 3
James McDowall of Arcanum Capital shares insights on Web3, blockchain, DAOs, tokenization, and the future of digital assets.
Ferdi Roberts, James McDowall
51 MINS
Join us as we explore the world of Web3, blockchain, and digital assets with James McDowall, founding partner at Arcanum Capital. From his unique journey as a professional golfer to becoming a venture capitalist, James shares insights into the projects and strategies shaping the decentralized future.
Key Topics
James discusses how lessons from professional golf helped prepare him for the competitive world of venture capital. He then takes us through the inception and investment focus of Arcanum Capital, highlighting how the firm supports innovative blockchain startups.
Other topics covered include:
Investment strategies in Web3 and blockchain ventures
The role of DAOs and decentralized finance
Challenges and opportunities within the regulatory landscape
The future of tokenization and real-world assets
What You’ll Learn
In this episode, you’ll gain:
Insights into the parallels between professional sports and venture capital
How Arcanum Capital identifies and backs early-stage blockchain projects
An understanding of the significance of decentralization in modern finance and technology
Strategies for approaching regulatory challenges in the crypto space
Perspective on the potential impact of tokenization on traditional asset classes