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This week on TezTalks Radio, we’re joined by Maria Belashova, Tezos Blockchain Manager at Everstake, to discuss the vital role of Everstake as a staking and validator service provider for Tezos and other blockchain networks.

🌟 Our special guest is Maria Belashova, sharing her insights on staking and the importance of security and decentralization.

🔍 In this episode, we'll explore:

What is Everstake? - Learn how Everstake supports Tezos through staking and validation services, providing competitive fees and transparent operations.

Benefits of Staking: - Discover how staking allows users to earn passive income, support the Tezos network, and participate in on-chain governance.

Tezos' Paris Upgrade: - Maria discusses the recent Paris upgrade and how it introduced new staking functionalities.

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Imran Haqeem, Deputy Head of Lab Strategy at TZ APAC, discusses Fortify Labs, a startup studio focused on turning startups into commercially viable businesses. The program provides high levels of support and expertise, extending the typical accelerator period to eight months. Imran highlights the importance of founder market fit, being mission-driven, and having the right kind of stubbornness. He also mentions the prevailing trends in the APAC Web3 market, such as gaming and applications for users. Imran shares success stories from Fortify Labs, future initiatives like Tezos Realms and the next cohort of Fortify Labs.

Takeaways
- Fortify Labs is a startup studio focused on turning startups into commercially viable businesses, providing high levels of support and expertise.
- Founder market fit, being mission-driven, and having the right kind of stubbornness are important qualities for founders.
- The APAC Web3 market is seeing a focus on gaming and applications for users.
- Success stories from Fortify Labs include Questflow and OCV Labs.
- Future initiatives include Tezos Realms and the next cohort of Fortify Labs.

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Chelsea Chung, the dynamic VP of Marketing at World of Women. Chelsea's journey from corporate marketing to becoming a fervent supporter of decentralized finance during the transformative year of 2020 is nothing short of inspiring. She gives us an insider's view of how her initial curiosity led her to the burgeoning crypto space, sparked by her partner's expertise and a shared drive for financial autonomy.

We also explore the fascinating story behind World of Women (WOW), founded by artist Yam Kar-Kai and her friends, and their mission to amplify women's voices in the NFT space. Discover how WOW’s early successes and commitment to inclusivity align perfectly with the Tezos ecosystem, as they work together to promote environmental causes and support underrepresented artists. Chelsea shares the strategic vision that has made WOW a beacon for women and marginalized communities in the blockchain industry.