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BlockHunters Voices Ep.3: Karel Kubat, Co-founder of Union Labs

In this episode, Karel Kubat, co-founder of Union Labs, talks about his journey through the Cosmos and Polkadot ecosystems and Union Labs' focus on app chains and interoperability. He highlights how zero-knowledge cryptography enables scalable and cost-effective technology. Karel shares insights from Union's public testnet launch, including challenges and developer engagement. He emphasizes the importance of skill development, self-learning, and fair compensation in crypto. The episode also covers the future of free bridging, financial products funded by extractable value, and the importance of taking breaks and building genuine connections. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:27 - Career Path 06:20 - Union's Origins 11:13 - Why IBC? 13:13 - ZK in Union 15:27 - Privacy Concerns 17:15 - Public Testnet Update 18:42 - User’s First Steps 20:10 - The Reality of Decentralization 23:16 - Skills Over Degrees 27:14 - Partnerships and Integration 30:05 - Roadmap 31:01 - Envisioning the Future Internet 34:40 - Balancing Work with Passions 41:51 - Advice for Entrepreneurs