We ask buyers from the blockchain and cryptocurrency sector for their thoughts on the industry… and throw in some random zingers to keep them on their toes!
This week, our 6 questions go to Sonali Giovino, Head of Communications at Defiyield, a cross-chain asset management protocol that empowers users to be part of the DeFi ecosystem.
Sonali Giovino has been working in the crypto space since 2017, when she began holding weekly educational workshops, leading to public speaking events on cryptocurrency and blockchain, and Vancouver’s first Blockchain Yacht Cruise Conference. She brings 20+ years of experience as a technical communicator to her position at Deffield, previously holding roles in marketing, project management, business development and event coordination. She is passionate about growing the DeFi community and introducing others to asset management and has as a result emerged as a recognizable female thought leader in the tech sector.
1 – What is the main obstacle in the mass adoption of blockchain technology?
I think the main obstacle to mass adoption of blockchain technology is that there are still many people who do not understand what blockchain or DeFi is, how it works and what benefits it can bring to our society. . The more we can support industry through education, the more widespread adoption can be. This is one of the biggest reasons why I got involved in the field and with Deffield in particular as a main focus is to constantly educate new and existing users. It is still too early for blockchain, and I believe that consistent, gradual development over time will lead to more rapid growth as people have a better understanding of the space. When the Internet was first growing, only a few businesses and people were using it. Fast forward to the present and it’s rare to hear of someone who isn’t using the internet for work, play, everything. With every passing year, we are seeing new developments in the crypto and blockchain space, and now some governments are creating their own digital currencies as well. Despite the odds, blockchain technology is the future.
2 – If you are investing in startup companies now, what kind of blockchain-based business opportunity would you see?
Projects capable of integrating and offering blockchain, protocols and a connected network of investment opportunities all in one place are certainly attracting a lot of attention. I will be drawn to projects that simplify the process for users. Some projects require users to bridge their network and blockchain, but anything with a click or a move is an opportunity that caught my eye. People want to invest in projects that can simplify the action steps all in one place. Easier, simpler and less work so you can spend more energy on growing, learning and finding the best opportunities.
3 – What does decentralization mean to you, and why is it important?
Decentralization gives people more control, and it is an important freedom not to have an entity like a bank or government to control your assets. If something goes wrong with a bank or an institution is a single point of failure, it can affect many other systems in the banking process. In decentralized systems, however, even if one node goes down or if a failure occurs in the blockchain, many other nodes leave transactions secure and unaffected. Decentralization actually puts more control and power back in the hands of the people where it happens.
4 – Which two superpowers would you most like to have, and how would you combine them for good or bad?
If I could have any two superpowers, I would use teleportation and super-human strength. I will fly around the world and between planets to explore the universe and all the mysterious elements. I look forward to learning from different civilizations, sharing knowledge, and perhaps hanging out with an alien or two.
5 – Close your eyes and think of a happy place. What do you see?
When I close my eyes and think of a happy place, I see palm trees, ocean views, and sunrises and sunsets that begin and end my days. I am with family and friends, all engaging in meaningful conversation and enjoying memorable nights of laughter and joy. In my happy space, a beautiful white dog is running around the garden, and I find myself thinking aloud about all the items on my bucket list I’m excited to knock over for that month and the next. I see myself manifesting in all the beautiful things in this world and the relationships that I maintain with it, they present me in every moment.
6 – What is the book that influenced you the most? Why?
seat of the soul Gary Zukav has impressed me the most because it talks to me about ways to understand consciousness, break internal patterns, and differentiate between personality and spirit. I love how the book speaks to understanding feelings and thoughts, and how it explains that everything is energy, which, if done incorrectly, causes us to manifest or misalign our personal reality. Is. This book showed me that we have the power to make a difference in our lives.
Wishing the young, ambitious blockchain community:
I wish nothing more than success in learning, loving and growing in the young, ambitious blockchain community space. The community has a lot to offer and can be a place where anyone can feel confident in their control over their finances, assets, artwork, any blockchain-integrated area of life.
