The Hydra Ventures Podcast

Thing3

dao@hydraventures.xyz (Hydra Ventures) — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:35:50 +0000

Show Notes

6.16 - The professional services provider's business model and what current problems Thing3 is dedicated to solving.

7.17 - Human capital businesses monetisation model, inherent conflict of interest, value distribution and incentive misalignment.

13.08 - What new challenges the Web3 industry brings to the traditional service provider model.

15:11 - The genesis of Thing3 and how it tackles problems and risks critical to the Web3 industry.

18.35 - How to attract the supply side and create the right value proposition to onboard it.

20.00 - Thing3 new approach to value creation to redefine professional service business model and the role of revenue component in the new model.

22.10 - Thing3 under the hood - membership and operations.

23.30 - Leveraging creator economy - the parallels to professional service provider business model.

25.40 - Thing3 approach to partnering with projects.

26.50 - High impact - high-value add - interest alignment as the core of the Thing3 approach.

27.47 - Thing3 and Hydra Ventures Origin Story.

33.30 - Hydra's innovative governance approach and free-rider problem.

36.50 - Lessons for investment DAOs and traditional approaches.

38.42 - Thing3 experience partnering with Hydra Ventures and what is special about this collaboration.

43.58 - Professional service provider model 3.0.

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Whales and Minnows, Investment Returns and Contributor Incentives

dao@hydraventures.xyz (Hydra Ventures) — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:58:36 +0000

This episode discusses the evolution of venture capital through the lens of investment DAOs, focusing on how these decentralised models address the limitations of the traditional GP/LP VC model. It explores the inequities in the conventional VC partner model and introduces investment DAOs as a solution that allows participants to earn investment returns through contributions, not just capital. The episode delves into the challenges in DAOs, such as the free rider problem and governance issues. It discusses implementing an incentive framework that balances contributions of work and capital. The discussion concludes with optimism about the potential of this new model to democratise venture investing, making it more inclusive and equitable.

Show Notes

1:35 - Hydra's novel approach to incentives.

2.33 - Reinvention of Investment DAO through matching knowledge and capital to maximise benefits.

4.42 - Current state of investment DAOs and where the unlock for the future potential is.

7:33 - Challenges of traditional VC model and entry barriers.

11:43 - What inspired the creation of Hydra, and how does its model seek to address the issues identified in a traditional model?

12:30 - Capital contribution Investment DAO vs GP/LP model.

13:00 - Member-managed LLC structure

and change in the relationship of capital contributors.

14:00 - Crypto rails facilitation of member-managed structures and removal of GP.

15:07 - Expanded participant set model - member requirements.

16:19 - Novel incentive structure based on DAO contribution.

17:03 - A closer look at mechanisms of Hydra - earning your way into investment returns and how it disrupts the status quo.

18:16 - Democratisation of investing by Investment DAO.

19:04 - Dilution to solve the free rider problem.

22: 33- Challenges that whales present for community-managed Investment DAO - improvements in voting approach - investment limitations for whales to foster diversification.

25:40 - Introducing new incentive framework - implementation experience.

29:00 - How to define, measure and balance fair contribution.

35:30 - Dos and don'ts - dilution management.

39:13 - Keeping people happy, motivated and engaged- how to combat DAO fatigue and maintain members' activity.

45:00 - Hydra incentive system - empowering whales and minnows.

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MetaCartel to MC DAO to MCV to Hydra Ventures

dao@hydraventures.xyz (Hydra Ventures) — Thu, 9 Nov 2023 15:52:22 +0000

In this latest instalment of Hydra Origin Stories, we delve into the narrative that precludes the inception of Hydra Ventures – the remarkable story of MetaCartel. Join us as our hosts engage in a compelling conversation with Peter and Victor, key figures in the MetaCartel and Hydra Ventures community. This episode focuses on the genesis and evolution of MetaCartel, highlighting its pivotal role in nurturing early-stage projects. We explore the initial challenges, adoption and further development of the Moloch framework and how these experiences culminated in the birth of Hydra Ventures. Peter's insights provide a unique perspective on the impact and significance of MetaCartel in the broader context of community-driven investment DAOs. Tune in to discover the rich history and lessons that paved the way for Hydra Ventures' success.

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Show Notes:

02.00 - The path to Web3.

06.40 - Journey from learning about Bitcoin, meeting the developer community and discovering value beyond coins.

09.45 - Inception of MetaCartel working group.

14:30 - UX problem and first effort to solve it - early MetaCartel work.

16.40 - Mass adoption and scalability: user experience, infrastructure and use cases.

18:00 - "The hinge moment" - growth of MetaCartel - from telegram group to forming real community through creating a culture and desire to self-coordinate.

22.03 - Genesis of MetaCartel DAO grants, ETHDenver 2019, MolochDAO.

25.24 - Forking Moloch DAO and further experimentation around use cases.

26.27 - First supported projects, the power of nurturing and supporting the community early on - grant as a sign of conviction in a project.

32.11 - Early challenges and blockers for growing MetaCartel.

35.19 - Launching MetaCartel Ventures DAO, creation of Moloch v2.

40.37 - Growing MetaCartel community and culture preservation. Early phases of the member-led investment DAO. Collective investment decision-making coming together and early stage validation.

49.49 - On-chain investments.

50.15 - Investment DAO challenges - system design, free-rider problem, building the incentive system, forming investment thesis.

57.10 - How Hydra Ventures came together - from MetaCartel to community-driven Investment DAO.

59.00 - Origin of Thing3 and the quest for building value-driven service providers.

1.02.00 - Hydra Ventures whitepaper.

1.06.10 - The goals and future vision for Hydra Ventures.

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Show Links:

Learn more about Peter’s work: https://www.pet3rpan.net/

Bankless episode featuring Pet3rPan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RT2kgzRjYk

MetaCartel: https://www.metacartel.org

MetaCartel Github: https://github.com/metacartel

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Venture Capital Through the Web3 Lookingglass Trad VC vs. Web3 VC

dao@hydraventures.xyz (Hydra Ventures) — Thu, 2 Nov 2023 22:00:31 +0000

In this Episode, we peel back the layers of venture capital investment, contrasting the traditional VC approach with the emerging trends in the Web3 space. Our guests share their narratives on entering the world of web3 investing, revealing the allure of the sector and their varied experiences with its volatile market cycles.

In this Episode we cover:

Understanding the essence of traditional venture capital, including its setup, stakeholders, and the lifecycle of deals.
Insights into the transition into Web3 investing, exploring what drew investors to the space, their experiences with its volatility, and how the culture of Web3 informs their investment decisions.
Discussion on how newer VC models, like syndicates and investment DAOs, are learning from and adapting to the web3 revolution.
The distinctions between web3 VC and other sectors are examined, alongside the unique opportunities and hurdles that come with investing in the Web3 domain and how it has changed investment practices.
The potential of web3 culture and technology to expand who can invest in VC and the nature of competition with new market entrants.
An analysis of the past crypto bull markets, highlighting the shift in investment sources and strategies, and pondering the future of crypto market cycles and VC funding.

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WTF is Hydra?

dao@hydraventures.xyz (Hydra Ventures) — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:30:00 +0000

In this enlightening episode, listeners are taken on a journey through the intricate world of Hydra, a pioneering community-driven DAO. As the narrative unfolds, the significance of member-driven proposals and voting in Hydra's operations is unveiled. The role of Thing3 becomes central, taking charge of legal, accounting, and fund administration, ensuring Hydra's ecosystem runs smoothly.

The audience is introduced to Austin McKee, the diligent Head of Operations at Hydra. His role becomes a pivotal point of discussion, highlighting the paramount need for a dedicated figure to steer the day-to-day operations of an investment DAO. This revelation emphasises the missteps of many early investment DAOs that overlooked this vital position, leading to challenges such as mismanaged funds.

The conversation then delves into Hydra's nascent incentive system, which, although still under development, holds the promise of rewarding valuable community contributions in an organised manner. A standout segment delves into Hydra's innovative DAO incubation process. Hydra positions itself to dismantle the legal barriers these groups often confront by recognising the desires of close-knit communities eager for collaborative investment. Hydra emerges as a game-changer in the domain with its vision of a comprehensive framework tailored for community-driven investment DAOs.

To conclude, Victor elucidates the qualities of communities primed for creating investment DAOs, emphasising robust community bonds, investable ecosystems, and a visionary lead. The episode offers a wealth of insights, drawing a comprehensive picture of Hydra's objectives, its association with Thing3, and the burgeoning landscape of community-driven investment DAOs.

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