Originally aired on November 13, 2023

In this episode of the Edge of NFT podcast, hosts Joshua Kriger and Richard Carthon interview expert guest Sandy Carter, about the innovative work of Unstoppable Domains and the impact of web 3 on digital identity, gaming, and AI. Sandy shares insights into the Unstoppable Women initiative, the integration of Ethereum Name Service, and the new domain-to-domain messaging platform. The conversation also touches on the French government’s progressive stance on NFT games and the launch of an NFT series from the Norman Rockwell Museum.

Unstoppable Women in Web 3 and AI

• Sandy Carter founded Unstoppable Women as a way to bring gender diversity to the web 3 and AI space
• The initiative has grown to include 220 companies and has trained over 55,000 women in web 3, digital identity, and the metaverse

Integration of Ethereum Name Service (ENS) with Unstoppable Domains

• Unstoppable Domains strategically partnered with ENS to improve the user experience for purchasing and using Ethereum-based domains
• The partnership allows for ease of payment, auto-renewal, and streamlined user profiles

Partnership with The Sandbox and SMER

• Unstoppable Domains has teamed up with The Sandbox and SMER to create a Unstoppable Hub within The Sandbox platform
• The partnership includes the development of a game within The Sandbox featuring swords and shields, as well as the integration of domain purchasing capabilities

New Domain-to-Domain Messaging Platform

• Unstoppable Domains has launched a domain-to-domain messaging platform that enables users to send messages to other domain owners
• The platform allows for individual and mass communication and is integrated with user profiles on the Unstoppable Domains website

French National Assembly Ruling on NFT Games

• The French National Assembly voted to establish a dedicated regulatory framework for video games involving NFTs, distinguishing them from gambling activities
• The legislation balances the encouragement of innovation in French startups with the protection of users interacting with blockchain and NFT offerings

Norman Rockwell Museum NFT Series

• The Norman Rockwell Museum and family have launched an NFT series offering collectors the opportunity to own digital and physical works by Norman Rockwell
• The series features never-before-published images and process works from the Norman Rockwell archives, catering to both art enthusiasts and NFT collectors

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction: Who is Sandy Carter and What is Unstoppable Domains?

02:30 – What is Unstoppable Women?

12:22 – Unstoppable Domain’s Unfair Gaming Advantage

19:17 – Demo: Messaging Between Domains!

32:52 – Richard at TED AI and Sandy’s Take on Artificial Intelligence

34:26 – Hot Topics: France rules Blockchain Gaming is NOT Gambling

40:42 – The Shout Out: the Sandy Carter Edition

42:41 – Unstoppable Domains Giveaway: the 21 Wellness.NFT up for grabs!