James Zhang: Bringing Emerging Markets Onchain With Jambo
The Delphi Podcast28 Tammi 2025

James Zhang: Bringing Emerging Markets Onchain With Jambo

Join Piers Kicks as he welcomes back James Zhang, co-founder and CEO of JAMBO, for an exploration of how they're revolutionizing Web3 accessibility through mobile infrastructure. From selling over 700,000 phones across 100+ countries to ambitious plans for satellite launches, discover how JAMBO is building the "on-chain Apple" for emerging markets.


🎯 Key Highlights


▸ Evolution of JAMBO's mobile-first Web3 strategy

▸ Deep dive into hardware infrastructure and distribution

▸ Analysis of emerging market crypto adoption

▸ Discussion of on-chain payment solutions

▸ Insights into token economics and ecosystem growth

▸ Vision for satellite connectivity and future expansion


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▸ JAMBO's Twitter: @JAMBOtechnology

▸ JAMBO's Page: www.jambo.technology


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Timestamps


00:00 - Introduction and Background

01:18 - JAMBO Overview

02:49 - Ecosystem Growth Metrics

04:34 - Mobile Hardware Strategy

07:18 - Product Evolution

10:44 - Market Distribution Strategy

13:20 - Token Integration Plans

16:15 - Global Market Analysis

21:57 - Revenue Streams

24:29 - Token Economics

28:09 - Emerging Market Focus

33:44 - Yield Generation Strategy

38:10 - Future Vision and Satellite Program

42:15 - Key Learnings

44:41 - Digital Experience Reflections


Disclaimer


This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

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