Innovation, Security and Snoop Dogg with Ian Rogers of Ledger

This episode is sponsored by Chainalysis.com

Ian Rogers, chief experience officer for Ledger, joins the podcast to talk about his career in innovation, the importance of security and his long view of the ever-increasing role of digital assets in our lives.

Ian Rogers discusses his early career moves at Winamp, Beats, Apple Music, LVMH and having that "aha" moment when he decided to join Ledger as chief experience officer. He shares his thoughts on digital assets, identity, culture and designing hardware and software systems that protect the valuable items in our lives. Sam and Avery also explore Ian’s long-view approach on building out transformational technology products, and why he’s not worried about minor bull and bear moments in crypto. Listen as Ian talks about the importance of cultural relevance and building brands – Ledger has had recent media success working with Drake and Snoop Dogg.

Links mentioned from the podcast:

Avenged Sevenfold Tweet discussing TicketPassBitcoin Bling: Drake Is Latest Rapper to Flex Iced-Out Ledger WalletLedger WebsiteIan's TwitterWinamp Follow us on Twitter:

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