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This Christmas, let’s not just celebrate—let’s envision what’s possible. At TradeDog Group, this isn’t just another festive moment—it’s a chance to pause, reflect, and look forward to the immense opportunities in the world of digital assets. We believe the most powerful ideas come from understanding not just where we’re headed, but why it matters. Digital assets aren’t just tools—they’re changing how people connect, grow, and create impact globally. As we step into a new year, let’s move with purpose. Let’s make every decision count and every action meaningful. Because building the future isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing what matters. Wishing you a season full of inspiration, connection, and new beginnings. Here’s to shaping tomorrow, together. TDeFi | TradeDog Token Growth Studio || TDX || TDMM | TradeDog Market Manager || TradeDog Research || BizThon : The Global Business Hackathon #happychristmas #happyholiday #happyNewYear

One of the most exciting parts of working on this project was the tech stack we used to deliver flockx for ArtPrize 2024 and beyond. Huge thanks to Harrison Chase and the team at LangChain for their incredible work on cognition and agent creation, and to Zep AI (YC W24) for enabling the Sidekick’s personalized experience through dynamic memory retrieval. Next step in the flockx journey is finding the right AI at the right time with Fetch.ai Check out the full video for a deeper dive into how we brought this to life and what’s next! #ArtPrize2024 #Flockx #LangGraphCloud #ZepMemory #AI #TechInnovation #Cognition #fetchai

As I prepare for one of the biggest gaming events of the year, SPIEL Essen in Germany (with over 200,000 attendees from 50+ countries), I’m feeling a bit emotional. For the first time in two years, I’m traveling without my family. In the past, my kids worked the booth alongside me, proudly wearing their Maestro Media shirts, joining partner meetings, and even helping with playtesting games like The Binding of Isaac. I’ll never forget watching them playtest at Essen in 2021 (maybe they shouldn’t have played that game so early, haha). We’ve traveled together to meet partners around the world, from Belgium’s Smurfs HQ to countless booths at this very event. It’s bittersweet knowing they’re cheering me on from home—I miss their energy, their presence, and the joy of sharing these moments. This year, I’m focused on global expansion. We’ve already translated The Binding of Isaac into 14 different languages, building distribution partnerships across the world, and our games are reaching more fans than ever before. I’m thrilled to be here, meeting with partners, collaborators, and supporters to further expand that reach. As we launch Hello Kitty: Day at the Park for her 50th anniversary—backers will receive it this month, and it will hit shelves in November—it’s an exciting time for Maestro Media! To celebrate this big month, I’m sharing personal insights over the next 31 days—stories of resilience, tough business decisions, and leadership lessons. I’d love to hear from you! Drop a comment if you have any questions about balancing family with work, entrepreneurship, or game creation. Let’s connect and support one another as we grow! October is going to be huge for us, and I’m beyond grateful for the incredible fans, partners, and team members who have brought us here. Let’s make this next chapter our biggest yet! #EssenSpiel2024 #HelloKitty50th #FamilyAndWork #GlobalExpansion #MaestroMedia #EntrepreneurshipJourney #LeadershipInsight

The right circle can change everything. 🎉🎉 Let ConnectFest Network be your gateway to meeting the people who will inspire and challenge you. #GrowYourCircle #ConnectAlways #ConnectFestNetwork #Networktoday

We're excited to announce the acquisition of Intaneous, a leading computer vision company transforming sports data into insights and visualisations that enhance the way audiences experience and understand sports. This strategic acquisition marks a significant step in Sportable’s mission to deliver unparalleled insights and storytelling opportunities, while further reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation. Read more about the acquisition here: https://lnkd.in/dYkHCuUp #SportsTech #SportsData #Acquisition #TechNews

Another major milestone in the growth and evolution of our business, as the Sportable acquisition of leading data visualization business Intaneous is made public. This represents a further invaluable string to the Sportable bow that allows us to offer a genuinely turnkey, 'one stop shop' solution for our rights holder Partners - turning our unique smart ball and player performance insights into our own meaningful visualizations and stories for fans. We look forward to bringing these to life with existing Partners and exploring new opportunities with those who are equally committed to innovating in this area.

About to go on stage at #BIZFEST for a panel discussion on future tech. Great turnout!

I'm back as an Industry Track Advisor for VidCon 2025! I've been at every VidCon since 2012, the first Anaheim event. At that time Fullscreen was just getting started. I went with my talent team and a handful of free T-shirts. I spent my time finding anyone with a vlog camera and cornering them to discuss algorithms and brand opportunities. I was a huge 'My Damn Channel' fan (Grace Helbig specifically) and agreed to wear their T-shirt all day to get one for free. The biggest YouTube stars on the platform were walking the floor and NOT getting mobbed. It was a modest affair for the wonkiest people in web video. Now VidCon is two acquisitions deep. We have creators building billion-dollar companies, traditional VCs are throwing money at TikTokkers, and global leaders are having fireside chats with digital-first creators. YouTube turns 20 in 2025. The industry is like film in the 1910s or TV in the 1960s. It's a teenager at best. Let's figure out where it's all headed together. Are you going? It's not too early to start chatting on DMs so we can be best friends when the event comes around! #vidcon #creatoreconomy #socialmedia

Another amazing panel from our Lisbon conference is now live on YouTube! 💡 Municipal Initiatives for Growth – Industry experts explore how municipal initiatives drive gaming startups towards global success. The chat examines successful city-developer partnerships, funding mechanisms, and mentorship programs. 🎙️ Sara Gutierrez Olivera, Madrid in Game 🎙️ Odile Limpach, SpielFabrique 🎙️ Pedro Teixeira, Unicorn Factory Lisboa Madrid in Game, an initiative of Madrid City Council, is setting the stage for gaming innovation, fostering local talent, and shaping the future of the industry. 🎥 Watch now: https://lnkd.in/datzGfPh