On the 29th of July, 2021 at 12:00 UTC, Decentralized Club had the honor of hosting Carlos Grenoir (CEO) from Olyseum for an Ask-Me-Anything session on their Telegram page with a community of over 30,000 people. It was hosted by DC Admin, May.
The session was divided into four segments. Introductions were made in Segment 1, questions from the Twitter and website community were answered in Segment 2 and 3 respectively, and live questions from the community members in attendance were answered in Segment 4.
If you missed this event and would like to know what Olyseum is all about, you can find a recap of the interview here. Note that slight edits have been made for clarity.
Segment 1 - Introduction
[May]
Hello, Hola, नमस्ते, 大家好, Selamat!
My name is May and I'll be hosting the AMA with Olyseum.
Today, we have with us the CEO of Olyseum.
You're welcome and it's an honor to have you here.
[Carlos Grenoir]
Thanks for the introduction, May! Delighted to be here
[May]
We're glad to have you!
Could you quickly tell us more about yourself and your job description at Olyseum?
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sure
Olyseum is what we call a star-led, virtual social engagement platform, enabling fans and brands to trade and rent experiential Non-fungible Tokens (xNFTs) in a native metaverse
I serve as CEO, and founded the company alongside Kevin Mitnick, Andres Iniesta, Carles Puyol, and Ivan De La Peña... we wanted to create a platform that brings fans and stars closer together and reward fans for their participation in the celebrity economy
[May]
Awesome!
Let's head straight to the introductory questions.
Q1. Can you briefly describe what Olyseum is? We would like to know more about it and how it works.
[Carlos Grenoir]
Absolutely. As mentioned above, Olyseum is a star-led platform creating opportunities for meaningful, authentic interactions between fans and stars.
Our expanding roster of stars is aligned on a common mission to bring experiential NFTs into the market, something we are really excited about!
Olyseum is simple: an experiential world for stars and fans, through NFTs and events in a cool VR environment
[May]
Q2. What are the main features that distinguish the Olyseum platform from other NFT-based crypto projects and what competitive advantages do you have?
[Carlos Grenoir]
The strength and depth of our star roster set us apart, and recruitment is ongoing. We have stars from a wide range of verticals: sports, fashion, culinary arts, Moto, film, but this list will continue to grow.
As another key distinguishing feature, May: we have created a new breed of NFT the experiential NFT, or xNFT. I think most fans would probably agree that historically, having a real-life moment of interaction, or in-person experience with an idol is very rare. At Olyseum, we want to change that
This ‘star power’ is what drives us forward
and we are always on the lookout for like-minded global icons who want to elevate the fan-star relationship...
And, of course, we have an environment to create these experiences, our metaverse: a growing space for stars and fans to live experiences through our smart assets!
good question, thanks!
[May]
Whoa! I want to know more about the xNFT and the experience it provides.
There are quite a few questions lined up to that effect.
[Carlos Grenoir]
Excellent!
[May]
Let's take Question 3️⃣
Q3. Could you tell us about OlyVerse and the progress of the international tour for the Olyseum platform?
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sure, no problem
The Olyverse will be our signature product, and progress is being made every day as we approach our live date
At the moment I can’t get into specifics about the ecosystem features or expansion plans, but in the next several weeks, it will be clear for all to see! A multiverse, exclusivity, experiences, events, virtual social commerce, ... and, of course, stars and fans
[May]
It's alright 😁
We will wait patiently.
[Carlos Grenoir]
it will be a new reality for fan engagement, May
[May]
Awesome 😎
Q4. How do we acquire the $OLY token and from an investment standpoint, why is it important to hold the token?
[Carlos Grenoir]
Before we talk about where to buy, it is important to note that OLY is not an investment tool. It is a utility token
It provides access to exclusive experiences and events and allows us to reward fans’ engagement through gamification
Fans can purchase OLY on the Gate.io exchange, Uniswap, as well as on Probit (and much more coming...)
In terms of importance and utility, let’s put it like this:
Just like fans fuel the celebrity economy, OLY tokens fuel fan engagement in our soon to be launched Olyverse
OLY will be our gateway between everyday fans and their favorite icons
Remember what I said about experiential NFTs (our xNFTs)? These will be purchasable in OLY and can also be traded and rented
Thanks for asking!
[May]
That's amazing. Usecase looks strong!
[Carlos Grenoir]
thanks 😊
[May]
Before I ask the final question for this segment, I would like to know if you are a sports player yourself? 😁
[Carlos Grenoir]
Hahaha well, I'm a neuroscientist and engineer, does that count as a sport?
😁
but I have huge respect and admiration for all sports stars, for the sacrifice they make, their dedication, passion.. the commitment
[May]
Mental sport, yes 😁
[Carlos Grenoir]
:-)
[May]
Yes! We celebrate sports stars (and scientist-engineers) in this house! 😁
[Carlos Grenoir]
good to hear!
[May]
Q5. What should we expect from your roadmap in the second half of 2021?
[Carlos Grenoir]
good question. The second half of 2021 will be defined by the launch of the Olyverse
this will become the destination of choice for fans keen to explore innovative new interactions with stars
and the platform of choice for stars keen to make their crypto debut in a secure, star-led environment
Additionally, soon we will begin dropping our experiential NFTs with stars, making them available to interested parties
and fans can expect unique events and assets tied into these xNFT launches as well
It will be a very busy period, but we're really excited!!
[May]
I was going to ask how I can get an autograph but I guess that's why the xNFTs exist 😅
[Carlos Grenoir]
haha, you got it, May!
[May]
😁
[Carlos Grenoir]
we will lead this trend
[May]
I can see it! 😎
Let's speed things up a bit with the questions from Twitter.
Segment 2 - Twitter Questions
[May]
Q1. Do you have special channels where basic users interact with the stars or would it be a social network?
Twitter Username: @trixiesfirst
[Carlos Grenoir]
Hi @trixiesfirst!
Yes, we are introducing exclusive digital venues for fan-star interactions, and of course, the olyverse environment will be home to special experiences
specific details will be revealed in due course, so stay tuned!
Thanks for the question!
[May]
Q2. How do you plan to engage with the non-Spain crypto/star enthusiasts? So far it seems heavily leaning towards targeting just Spain?
Twitter Username: @poppetjebarba
[Carlos Grenoir]
Good point, @poppetjebarba. Between our co-founders' respective networks, my network, and the wide network of our Advisory Board, we have direct channels to a range of global stars, and stars who want to make their crypto debut in a secure, star-led environment
earlier this year we created a new Stars, Brands & Partnerships department, focused on star/brand acquisitions
We are actively talking with a range of non-Spanish stars and we look forward to adding many of them to our roster!
It will be an exciting year
[May]
Awesome! 😎
Q3. What incentives in the form of EXPERIENCES, as you call them, are attached to holding an xNFT or xNFT Pro?
Twitter Username: @SerenayEkraj
[Carlos Grenoir]
Hi @SerenayEkraj
Olyseum’s experiential NFTs (xNFTs) will be blockchain-authenticated and will include rights for holders to have highly sought after experiences with stars, such as video calls, in-person interactions, access to exclusive memorabilia, to VIP spaces and events in our multiverse, and very importantly... the chance to leverage stars’ reach via joint social media publications
[May]
Great answers so far!
Let's now take some questions from our website community.
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sure!
Segment 3 - Website Questions
[May]
Q1. Please explain the relationship between xNFTs and the $OLY token? What business model or utility binds them and how do they contribute to OlyVerse?
Telegram Username: @thejasminejade
[Carlos Grenoir]
Hi @thejasminejade, thanks for asking. I’ve probably mentioned some of this earlier in the AMA, but the main utilities of the OLY token are two-fold:
1. providing access to exclusive experiential content (xNFTs, events)
2. the reward system (based on participation and gamification)
Once we start growing our user base following our upcoming ecosystem launch, we will start focusing on increasing the demand to allow more and more fans to get closer to their stars
xNFTs will be purchasable in OLY and can also be traded and rented
[May]
Awesome answer!
Another question here from the same user above.
Q2. In your whitepaper, you stated that your target market is “Late Crypto Adopters” for the xNFT marketplace launch. Could you please explain why they are your target demographic?
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sure. They are definitely one of our target demographics
these might be people who have yet to fully embrace or explore crypto in any meaningful way
For some in this category, the involvement of global stars from different verticals (sports, music, fashion, film, YouTubers, ..) could be the impetus for getting involved in the Olyseum platform and crypto in general
As we’ve seen, global icons can really drive trends forward among fans, but also among fellow stars
and we want to be the destination of choice for both fans and stars to debut in the crypto space, in a safe, collaborative (and super cool) environment
[May]
Great motive!
Q3. What are the criteria for OlyStars or creators to be influencers on your platform? Additionally, how can users partake in the xNFT experience on Olyseum?
Telegram Username: @zelafet
[Carlos Grenoir]
Hey @zelafet, thanks for the question!
We are creating a roster of stars that is cross-vertical
meaning we have global superstars from the world of MotoGP, fashion, culinary arts, music, YouTube, football, and other sports
We are looking for like-minded global icons who want to get closer to their fans and create opportunities for authentic experiences. It is important that prospective stars believe in our vision. So we evaluate their star reach, their desire to participate in the platform, and their commitment to being part of the xNFT movement, of our Oly club
As you know now, soon we'll be making xNFTs available for purchase through OLY, our native utility token
depending on the content of the xNFT, whether it includes in-person experiences or virtual ones, once the xNFT is purchased, holders will receive a comprehensive overview
of how to avail of the experiences within
[May]
Beautiful, detailed, impressive answers!
So glad to be hosting this interview.
We're almost rounding up this session.
It's time for our live audience to shoot us some pressing questions.
Ready?
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sure!
[May]
Please pick four project-related questions.
Try to skip copy-paste questions from bots and reward hunters 😁
[Carlos Grenoir]
let's go
[May]
Group will be unmuted in...
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---Chat was then opened for the live community to send in their questions---
Segment 4 - Live Questions
[May]
Please select the best 4️⃣
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sure, there are A LOT of good questions, I will pick 4 good ones (sorry for the rest, we are always happy to assess on our channel (t.me/olyseum)):
[Robot]
Do you have any plans to attract non-crypto investors to your project? Because it is the success of a project to get more investors who are still not in the crypto world. What are the plans to increase awareness around your project in non-crypto space?
[Carlos Grenoir]
FIRST:
Yeah absolutely, we want to bring non-crypto investors into the fold, just like we want to bring non-crypto stars and non-crypto fans into our ecosystem
In terms of how we achieve this, a major contributing factor will be our steady roadmap of announcements, showcasing the strength and depth of our star roster - showcasing the long-term vision to investors. This is what they care about.
[Ariana]
Many projects take advantage of the influence and visibility of some artists without any right to their content. Can you tell us how Olyseum benefits and protects the stars? What kind of influencers can apply to your platform?
[Carlos Grenoir]
SECOND:
First, our company was created by me and by some already well-known stars, being co-founders and shareholders. Besides this, we are and will be signing agreements with stars which gives them full visibility over the scope of their involvement in the platform. They will know exactly what to expect and will be in a position to monetize their star power in new and profound ways. In terms of who can apply, as I mentioned above, stars from all disciplines who care about their fans are welcome to apply. We want to see a synergy between the star and their fanbase.
[May]
2️⃣ more questions to go 🎉
[Morela]
Can you list 1-3 killer features of Your Project that make it ahead of its competitors? What is the competitive advantage your platform has that you feel most confident about????
[Carlos Grenoir]
THIRD:
For one, we have the stars. Our unique roster will continue to grow in diversity, which will have a snowball effect in terms of attracting more stars (and brands/partnerships).
Secondly, the ‘experiential’ aspect of our NFTs is a major distinguishing factor. We have taken the NFT concept to the next level, in a way that is fundamentally grounded in our original vision - to bring fans and stars closer together.
Thirdly, and I don’t want to give too much away, but I think the Olyverse will be like nothing anyone has ever seen before. Truly a new reality for fan engagement. A simple concept, but a powerful environment for fans, stars, and brands.
[May]
1️⃣ more 😎
[Lylibelle]
Which one of these aspects is important for you?
1-Increasing Token Price & Value
2-Empowering Platform Development
3-Building Community Trust
4-Expanding Partnership Globally
In what order?
[Carlos Grenoir]
FOURTH:
I would say
1. Empowering Platform Development
2. Building Community Trust
3. Expanding Partnership Globally
These are 3 core strands of focus and are interconnected. Obviously driving our platform forward from a development perspective is a core priority, this is what we are bringing to the world. On top of that, instilling the principles of trust and security into the community is massively important. With those solid foundations, it makes life easier for our Stars, Brands & Partnerships department to do their excellent work!
Regarding the other point, we are not in the business of price speculation. We are focused on delivering a product with excellent utility, broadening our community and adding stars to our roster 💪
Thanks, May, and everyone who participated today! It was a pleasure. For anyone interested in joining the Oly community, we have an active channel here: https://t.me/olyseum
[May]
I think you answered two questions from a different AMA session 😅
Please answer two additional questions from today's session.
[Carlos Grenoir]
Ah, so many AMAs, so little time! I will answer another one then.
[May]
*two more 😁
[Jaxson87]
Ambassadors play a very important role in every project, Do you have an ambassador program? If yes, how can I be one?
[Carlos Grenoir]
I agree. Ambassadors and telegram moderators are critical to the everyday functionality of a project. I would encourage any interested parties to send a resume to careers@olyseum.com - we will reach out to you if there is a suitable fit!
[May]
1️⃣ more 😎
[Temitope Awoyinka]
💫
The community serves as the backbone of all projects, how vital do you consider the community to be in the success role of this project
How can we support and help this project to greater heights. ?
[Carlos Grenoir]
I also agree with this sentiment. First of all, we invite you to join our official telegram channel and follow us on all our social media channels as well. Keep an eye on us in the news, and get ready to join the Olyverse!
[May]
Aaaannnndddd it's a wrap! 🎉
[Carlos Grenoir]
Our channel has a dedicated team of moderators who will be on hand to answer any questions you may have! https://t.me/olyseum
🎉
[May]
Mucho gracias Mr. Grenoir, for your time with us today!
It was amazing!
Too bad I can't get an autograph! I guess an xNFT will do the trick when I get mine 😁
[Carlos Grenoir]
haha muchas gracias a vosotros!
you will ;-)
[May]
Do send our warm regards to the rest of the team at the Olyseum HQ!
They're all awesome!
[Carlos Grenoir]
Sincere thanks to everyone who took the time to contribute today! And a special thanks to you May, you were a great host!
[May]
😊
Thank you, thank you!
[Carlos Grenoir]
:)
[May]
Until next time, enjoy the rest of your day!
[Carlos Grenoir]
Best regards!