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- The power and utility of Web 3.0…and ushering in the “trust” revolution
Web 3.0 reveals its power and utility through decentralization and proof of digital ownership of any property. Web 3.0 juxtaposes against the current tech giants such as Facebook, Google, Twitter and YouTube, who … Read more - State-sided Individualism & Societal Decentralization to Freedom
There is a dearth of association among individuals that can be directly linked to our ever-increasing centralized society. In this preview of his Catholic/Crypto Conference presentation, the Acton Institute’s Michael Mathison Miller cites … Read more - Discover Your Destiny: Why Resting on Sunday Leads to Thriving – Kelly Anderson
Human beings have an unimaginable destiny. In this short segment, Dr. Kelly Anderson explains how we are destined to be “god-like,” sharing in God’s very divine nature and ruling over the cosmos with … Read more - How New Technologies Can Help the Church Solve Problems – Eddie Cullen and Karl Kilb
The founders of the Catholic crypto initiative, Crescite, Karl and Eddie explain that technology’s purpose is to help us solve problems and that these new technologies offer unique accountability and transparency, two blessings … Read more - What is Bitcoin and Why is it Important?
Bitcoin has grown from a most unique vision to a worldwide phenomenon that has the potential to alter the very foundation of money, economic freedom, and humanitarian and social justice efforts. In this … Read more - Is the Church more socialist or capitalistic? What is “sound money” and how does it help society and individuals?
Cryptocurrency, using blockchain technology, materialized largely because of a desire for economic freedom from traditional banking and a more efficient peer-to-peer exchange of value. The 2008 economic recession highlighted banking’s instability, spawning much … Read more - The Parable of the Talents, Technological Innovation, and Forward Catholic Thinking
Acclaimed investor and new technology advocate Mark Yusko explains “the time is now” for Catholic leaders to boldly explore the new technologies of blockchain and crypto. Mark compares current technological opportunities with the … Read more - What are cryptocurrency, blockchain, smart contracts, and DeFi?
In this five-minute preview overview, Xavier Ducuyper, of the YouTube channel “Simply Explained”, gives a brief but clear explanation on what cryptocurrencies are, what a blockchain is, what smart contracts do, what decentralized … Read more - Seven New Technologies Catholics Should Harness to Promote the Gospel and Common Good
In this conference preview, Matt Pinto speaks to technologist (and Catholic deacon) Rich Napoli. Rich was the CEO of a 1,200+ person tech company. These seven technologies are converging in business and the … Read more - The Metaverse and Catholics – Should Technologists also be Philosophers?
God became man in the person of Jesus Christ. This truth also affirms that the created world is a God-given “good.” This includes new technological creations. But how should Catholics approach a forthcoming … Read more
Media
- Blockchain Technology is Too Powerful to Ignore Say Founder and Speakers of Catholic Crypto Conference
In this January 21st Staseos article, author Connor Mahoney recaps the concept behind the first ever Catholic Crypto Conference that brought together a think tank of industry experts and Church leaders last November. … Read more - Bitcoin blessings: Inside the curious world of Catholic crypto enthusiasts
Chris Tyrrell stood in front of a screen that read “Blessed are the Blockchains?!?” and addressed an eclectic crowd of about 200 that included hedge fund managers, small-town doctors and online evangelists. They … Read more - Are digital IDs dangerous? You decide.
One objective of the Catholic/Crypto Conference was to explore the dangers of some new technologies. Coin Bureau, a U.K.-based multi-media company, released this video on the dangers of digital IDs. A secular organization, … Read more - What Does the FTX Collapse Mean and What is the Future of Crypto?
In this recap with EWTN News Nightly, Matthew Pinto describes what crypto and blockchain mean in basic terms, and why every Catholic should have a cursory knowledge of these developing technologies. In light … Read more - Could Crypto and Blockchain Provide a Society with Greater Freedoms?
Crypto technology could represent an opportunity to provide greater freedoms in a more egalitarian society, says Matthew Pinto, creator of the first Catholic/Crypto Conference, which is taking place November 17 and 18 in … Read more - Legatus Magazine Focuses on Blockchain, Crypto, and Web 3.0
The world belongs to those who show up, says Brantly Millegan, former operations director for Ethereum Name Services, who cautions technology will move forward whether we become a part of it or get … Read more - What Should You Know about Global Trends toward Decentralized Finance?
In this insightful Frontline with Joe and Joe interview on the Veritas network, Matthew Pinto explains how the term “crypto” includes not only currency, but elements such as blockchain, Web 3.0, the metaverse, … Read more - Timing is Right for Catholic Church to Examine Crypto Pros and Cons
The Catholic/Crypto Conference has the Catholic world buzzing with questions about the new crypto technology, and that’s precisely the goal of its creator and host, Matthew Pinto – to take a look and … Read more - Crypto Conference Prompts Catholics to Examine Humanitarian Potential of New Technology
Catholic Philly interviews creator and host, Matthew Pinto, about the Catholic/Crypto Conference taking place in Valley Forge November 17 and 18. The first event of its kind to broach the subject of crypto … Read more - CFN Live Talks with Matt Pinto on the Emerging World of Crypto and how Catholics Can be at the Forefront of this New Technology
Thirty years ago, words like internet and email represented new and unfamiliar technologies, while today they’ve become commonplace. Many believe the crypto and blockchain revolution is destined to follow in these footsteps. In … Read more - Journeys in Faith with Anne DeSantis featuring Matt Pinto Ep 103
Journeys in Faith with Anne DeSantis with guest Matt Pinto Founder of Ascension Press and the Genesis Group. Matt discusses the upcoming Catholic Crypto Conference happening in November 2022. Learn more here. - Matthew Pinto joins John Matthew Knowles, President of the Catholic Finance Association, on his podcast/videocast, Faith and Finance Forum.
John and Matt discuss Matt’s journey from the founding of Ascension Press to the establishment of The Genesis Group, a Catholic venture capital/incubator entity. The program focuses on the forthcoming Catholic/Crypto Conference 2022, … Read more - Ignite Radio Interviews Matt Pinto on the Emerging World of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain and their Implication on Catholicism
Listen now to this elucidating conversation about Catholicism and this emerging new world of cryptocurrency, blockchain and the coming Web 3.0 evolution. While sharing his inspiring faith journey and prominent leadership in major … Read more - Teresa Tomeo, of Catholic Connection, Talks with Matt Pinto about What Crypto Means to Catholics and Our Collective Future
Teresa Tomeo of Catholic Connection talks with Matt Pinto, creator and host of the premiere Catholic/Crypto Conference coming to Philadelphia November 17-18. In the interview Matt shares how, just like the internet, we are on the brink of … Read more - Relevant Radio Interviews Matt Pinto on Cryptocurrency’s Role in the Catholic Church
John Harper of the Drew Mariani show hosts Matt Pinto, creator of the first ever Catholic/Crypto Conference in Philadelphia, November 2022. Matt Pinto discusses what we all need to know about crypto – … Read more
News
- Walmart Takes Steps into Brave New World of Crypto
Walmart’s Chief Technology Officer recently announced the company’s intentions to include crypto transactions in its digital strategy moving forward, adding that crypto will become “an important part of how customers transact” in the … Read more - Catholic Nuns Build New Church with Bitcoin
Combining the Best of the Old with the New A group of nuns from the order of the Benedictines of Mary are using bitcoin funds to construct a new church in Kansas City, … Read more - Blockchain 101 – Understanding the Basics of What it is and How it Works
We’ve heard of blockchain, but what exactly is it and how does it work? Don Tapscott unpacks the nuts and bolts of blockchain’s inner workings in conversational terms that make it easy to … Read more - Crypto Opens New Frontiers for Expanding Kingdom Work
The explosive growth of cryptocurrency on a global scale could offer many new possibilities for the Church. Because of its immense potential, it’s worth taking a closer look at how these digital currencies … Read more - DC Archdiocese First to Accept Crypto Donations
When the bellringers collect donations this holiday season, will cryptocurrency be showing up in the proverbial bucket? At the Archdiocese of Washington, in the District of Columbia and parts of Maryland, crypto donations … Read more