A selection of my writing and publications, newest first.
This was a product we developed under the LIFT Lab Program, a program by the Central Bank of Brazil and the Federation of Brazilian Banks, to pick startups building strategic products for the national economy and helping them to access permits and guidance. I led the Research.
I went to an expedition crossing 8 cities in Chapada Diamantina and RecĂ´ncavo Baiano, understanding how "clean" energy can become a problem for local populations
Here I explore, together with Rafael Freire, the map of finance in the renewable energy field in Chapada Diamantina, Brazil's region leading the expansion of renewable energy
Comprehensive multi-team research examining stablecoins adoption, Real World Assets tokenization, and Regenerative Finance ecosystem development in Latin America.
Comprehensive case study documenting the growth and impact of Blockchain na Escola from pilot program to 400+ students across multiple Brazilian states.
Introduction to Regenerative Finance concepts, theoretical foundations, and practical applications including Toucan Protocol, Regen Network, and Purpose Evergreen Capital.
Analysis of ReFi opportunities in Brazil, addressing marginalized producers, DeFi-ReFi intersections, and introduction to ReFi Spring events.
Exploration of DeFi's disruptive potential beyond speculation, examining its role in systemic economic alternatives and the philosophical divide in economic thought.
Philosophical analysis connecting primary goods, human rights, and the shared responsibility between States and society.
Examination of global financial crises and the potential for decentralized monetary structures to address systemic currency treatment issues.
Announcement and description of ReFaz, a consulting office supporting regenerative initiatives in Brazil.
Main challenges of impact capital allocation PT 2
Main challenges of impact capital allocation
A handbook with the main concepts, challenges, and tooling for web3 community building in Latin America.
Comprehensive study on stablecoins, real world assets, and regenerative finance across Latin America.
A continental mapping of Regenerative Finance initiatives and communities.
Research on the role and adoption of stablecoins within Brazil’s financial system.
Exploring bottlenecks and opportunities in allocating capital for impact in Latin America.
Insights on tokenization of real world assets and the landscape in Latin America.
Field notes on the creation of GiraHub Web3 and why grassroots energy matters.
Conference takeaways: tokenization, regulation, and builders’ role in the region’s growth.
Romina shares her journey building ETH Kipu and reflections on Latin America’s Web3 movement.
Anthony discusses community building and financial inclusion through Celo Africa DAO and CKash.
Tereza reflects on her work with ReFi MedellĂn and the global Funding the Commons ecosystem.
Luiz shares lessons from Muda, Cambiatus, and alternative economies in Latin America.
Cush presents Odisea’s vision for regenerative economies and cultural transformation.
Gus discusses grassroots community building and the Bankless Brazil movement.
Notes on modular rollups and ecosystem coordination in LatAm.
Local-first innovation in Bahia: pilots, learnings, and next steps.
Overview of funded research directions and teams across the region.
From grassroots coordination to regional strategy.
Ecosystem impact, partnerships, and a mission-driven path.
Inviting researchers to explore RWAs, stablecoins, and ReFi applications.
How on-chain tools can unlock sustainable growth in LatAm.
On unintended consequences and how to build better incentives.
Where does impact capital go—and why?
Implications for builders and the broader ecosystem.
Primer for practitioners entering the space.
2025 roadmap: priorities, selection criteria, and regional focus.
Landscape of the Brazilian ReFi scene and coordination opportunities.
What we built, what we learned, and how it evolved into ReFi DAO.
Opportunities for cross-continental collaboration.
Snapshot and lessons from Suriname’s ecosystem.
On collaboration between communities and academia to produce real-world impact.