In this episode of Unshielded: A Blockchain & Data Podcast by Midnight, host Anthony Day is joined by Charles Hoskinson, Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global.

Join them as they: Delve into the vision behind Midnight Unpack the core technologies driving Midnight Midnight’s role in creating a universal consensus algorithm Shine a light on the challenges of transparency in Web3 Examine why previous generations of blockchains can’t keep a secret Consider why projects like Midnight are needed to unlock wider adoption of decentralized technology And much more!

Charles Hoskinson is the Co-Founder and CEO of Input Output Global, a blockchain engineering company. A prominent figure in the blockchain community, Charles is known for his significant contributions to the development of blockchain technology. He first entered the blockchain space to create sound money and trustworthy institutions. Charles was a co-founder of Ethereum and has since founded various pivotal projects under Input Output Global, including Cardano and Midnight.

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Episode Highlights:

[00:03:39] The vision behind Midnight: Bridging transparency and privacy in blockchain

[00:06:53] Core technologies driving Midnight

[00:16:36] The challenges and innovations in blockchain privacy and scalability

[00:22:49] The complexities of global transactions and metadata in blockchain

[00:30:38] Privacy and linkability in blockchain transactions

[00:35:00] The importance of privacy in an age of permanent records

[00:46:19] Midnight’s blockchain innovations and future plans

Episode Resources: Charles Hoskinson on Twitter: @IOHK_Charles Midnight Network on Twitter: @midnightntwrk