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Hersh and Dawufi speak with Henri Stern, founder of Privy, about his journey from deep protocol development to building consumer-facing crypto products. Henri shares insights on digital identity, emphasizing user control over personal data and the challenges of maintaining privacy across platforms. Drawing from his background in applied cryptography and Protocol Labs, he explains how Privy helps developers manage user data securely while prioritizing ease of use. He discusses the shift from protocol to product building, the importance of listening to users, and the concept of "fractional identity" for different contexts like banking and social media. Henri also explores crypto’s adoption hurdles, balancing self-custody with usability, and why now is the time for builders to dive in.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:59 - Navigating Identity and Usability in Crypto
08:02 - Onboarding Users in Crypto: The Importance of User-Centric Development
11:35 - Building User-Centric Crypto Solutions: Balancing Privacy and Usability
23:07 - Balancing Technical Innovation and User-Centric Solutions
31:09 - Building in Crypto: Timing and Opportunities

Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.