In this interview by [Status](https://status.im), Thomas Bertani, CEO of Oraclize explains what are oracles, why they’re important to the Ethereum blockchain ecosystem, and what role Oraclize plays in this. This series focuses on trying to explain Ethereum to a non-technical audience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEN4wJzckXk For more please check out the [Status Youtube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFzdJTUdzqyX4e9dOW7UpPQ), [Status Blog](https://blog.status.im) or join our growing [Slack Community](http://slack.status.im). Status is completely Open Source and contributors are welcome!
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