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with @DavidSacks @pmarca @bhorowitz @eriktorenbergToday's episode features David Sacks, the Trump administration's “AI and crypto czar," in conversation with a16z cofounders Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, and General Partner Erik Torenberg.They dig into:how the U.S. is approaching AI and crypto policy,the fight over open source software,the status of tech regulation and legislation (like the CLARITY Act for crypto),what's at stake in the geopolitical race with China, and moreThis episode is a special crossover with the a16z podcast, which you can follow for more conversations like this.Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:16 David Sacks on Crypto and AI Policy02:34 Trump's Vision for Crypto06:16 The Crypto Crackdown and Debanking Years08:58 AI Regulatory Capture and Gatekeeping11:30 How Permissionless Innovation Built Silicon Valley16:21 "Woke" vs. Orwellian AI21:48 When AGI?24:29 Polytheistic AI and "End-to-End" Humans31:07 The Future of AI: Controlled or Decentralized?37:13 Open Source and Global Competition41:53 The AI Race: US vs China46:32 Amping Up Energy and Infrastructure47:17 Cultural Divides Over the American Tech Stack55:01 The European approach and Doomerism01:06:14 Crypto and the Legislative Process (GENIUS, CLARITY)01:11:13 The Future of the Democratic Party01:14:12 San Francisco Politics

With Igor Data, CEO and co-founder of Blin Analytics, we dig into the real mechanics of crypto crime and why the difference between loss and recovery often comes down to minutes, not months. Igor pulls back the curtain on demixing methods, behavior pattern analysis, and how AI and automation sift millions of transactions before a human makes the call. The theft may be digital, but the tells are human: tempo, timing, liquidity choices, and the inevitable mistake that cracks a years-long laundering chain.We unpack how mixers actually work, why law enforcement pressure has reshaped their use, and what it takes to trace funds from wallet to exchange in a way that stands up to scrutiny. Ethics are non-negotiable here: no release of sensitive leads without a confirmed case and a verified victim, and evidence goes to police to request KYC and freezes. That principle reflects a deeper theme—trust the math, not the marketing. Blockchain's transparency is architectural, while personal privacy must be preserved until due process kicks in.The conversation turns practical and strategic. You'll hear why phishing still dominates loss events, how to design a 24/7 incident playbook that actually gets funds frozen, and what role game theory plays in predicting laundering routes. We explore the case for ultra-low-cost microtransactions to reduce the web's dependence on surveillance ads, and we look ahead to the near future: AI-powered anomaly detection, black-market evasion tools, and why decentralized trust still pairs best with centralized enforcement. If you hold digital assets, lead a security team, or want a clear-eyed view of blockchain investigations, this is your blueprint for acting fast, staying ethical, and seeing patterns where others see noise.If this conversation helped you think differently about crypto security and digital trust, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway or question—we read every one.Send us a textSupport the showCheck out "Protection for the Inventive Mind" – available now on Amazon in print and Kindle formats.

DEIN, short for Decentralized Insurance Network, is a platform that offers permissionless, decentralized, and DAO-managed discretionary risk coverage. It is designed to provide insurance for smart contracts, stablecoins, centralized exchanges, and other vital services within the DeFi ecosystem. Why you should listen DEIN allows users to purchase coverage for their funds, enabling them to safeguard their assets against potential losses caused by hacks, rug-pulls, or other exploits leading to permanent loss of funds. Additionally, DEIN empowers individuals to actively participate in the insurance process by allowing them to provide coverage and liquidity for various smart contracts, exchanges, or listed services in exchange for yield. DEIN addresses the risks and uncertainties that exist within the DeFi space. By providing a decentralized insurance network, it aims to enhance the trust and confidence of users, allowing them to navigate the DeFi landscape with reduced concerns about potential financial losses. DEIN embraces the principles of decentralization and community governance. It is designed to be owned and governed by its users, ensuring that the decision-making process is inclusive and transparent. Through a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) framework, DEIN allows individuals to actively participate in shaping the platform's policies and future development. DEIN has been architected with self-sustainability, flexibility, and scalability in mind. It aims to serve as an infrastructure that can be expanded and adjusted according to the needs of individuals and larger groups. By offering a modular approach, DEIN enables users to build their perfect solutions within the DeFi space, fostering innovation and growth. Supporting links Stabull Finance DEIN Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.  

Why you should listen Uplink is building a decentralized network that connects people, devices, and businesses through shared internet infrastructure. It allows individuals and organizations to contribute their existing Wi-Fi routers and other connectivity devices to a global network, turning unused bandwidth into an asset. Participants can earn rewards for providing connectivity or verifying that network nodes are operating correctly, creating a distributed and incentivized internet ecosystem rather than relying solely on centralized telecom providers. The Uplink system operates with several key roles. Consumers use the network to access connectivity, while providers share or deploy routers and other hardware to extend coverage. Verifiers check that network nodes are genuine and functioning as claimed, validators maintain the blockchain that underpins the network's operation, and holders stake the native token to help govern and secure the ecosystem. Together, these roles form a circular economy where connectivity, verification, and governance all reinforce each other. Uplink's goal is to scale beyond Wi-Fi into other communication technologies such as 5G and LoRaWAN, creating a fully decentralized connectivity layer for the modern internet. The company is hardware-agnostic and aims to integrate with millions of existing access points worldwide. Over time, Uplink plans to expand its network through user adoption, partnerships, and blockchain incentives, establishing an open, verifiable infrastructure where anyone can contribute to and benefit from global connectivity.   Supporting links Stabull Finance Uplink Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin   If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.  

The first decentralized hot storage network, being built on a dedicated fiber network. Designed for content streaming, AI inference, and real-time apps.Pranav's Twitter: https://x.com/rpranavShelby's Twitter: https://x.com/shelbyservesShelby's Website: ⁠https://shelby.xyz/Logan Jastremski's Twitter: https://x.com/LoganJastremski Frictionless's Twitter: https://x.com/FrictionlessVCFrictionless's Website: ⁠https://frictionless.capital⁠

The Stroom Network presents an interesting proposition: staking your bitcoin on the Lightning network, and earning yield from the transaction fees that routing nodes are collecting. To better explain how this system works, Slava and Ros join the show! Time stamps: 00:01:17 - Introduction to Bitcoin Takeover Podcast Season 16 Episode 54 00:01:23 - Welcoming Slava Zhygulin and Ros from Stroom Network 00:01:52 - Overview of Stroom Network: Liquid staking on Lightning Network 00:02:38 - How Stroom works: Depositing BTC for yield via transaction routing 00:03:55 - Liquid token as receipt for deposited BTC 00:04:21 - Addressing Bitcoin purists' concerns about staking and yield 00:05:32 - Token issuance on Ethereum, redeemable 1:1 with BTC 00:06:37 - Custodian role: Fortuna Custody for secure setup 00:06:49 - User process: Staking BTC, receiving ST BTC token 00:09:06 - Stroom's Lightning node on 1ml.com: 180 BTC capacity, top rankings 00:10:06 - Background: Work with Lightning since 2016, ex-Bitfury team 00:11:15 - Lightning Network capacity: ~5,000 BTC total 00:12:18 - Bullish on Lightning: 4x payment volume growth per River Finance reports 00:14:33 - Lightning's infinite scalability vs. blockchains like Solana 00:16:20 - Node metrics: 127 BTC routed, 65,000 transactions in two months 00:18:00 - Yield source: Real economic activity from routing fees 00:19:06 - Unique BTC yield without proof-of-stake risks 00:19:48 - Comparison to other Bitcoin L2s like Citrea and Alpen Labs 00:22:57 - Custodian details: Fortuna, EU-compliant in Ireland 00:23:37 - Fee structure: 5-10% retained, rest to stakers (bootstrapped at 20%) 00:24:53 - Revenue share model based on routed volumes 00:25:43 - Timeline: Two years of development, challenges with Taproot channels 00:29:04 - Bitcoin covenants: Unlikely to eliminate custodians 00:30:36 - Competitors: Kraken (1% yield), Starkware (2%), Babylon 00:33:06 - Stroom's edge: Yield from real Lightning activity, no token incentives 00:35:24 - Node stats: 65,000 transactions, ~$15M volume 00:36:59 - Average fees: ~0.1%, varies by channel and size 00:38:15 - Profitability estimates: $7,000/month example calculation 00:41:35 - Block (Jack Dorsey's company): 10% APY on $10M node 00:43:32 - Node age impact: Older nodes like Alex Bosworth's attract more traffic 00:45:33 - Encouraging channels: Reliability and high liquidity 00:46:53 - Boosting Lightning adoption: Stablecoins via Taproot Assets, RGB, Lightspark 00:50:27 - Sponsors: Layer 2 Labs, Sideshift.ai, NoOnes.com, Bitcoin.com News 00:53:13 - Node connections: NiceHash, OKX, Kraken, Binance, Wallet of Satoshi 00:56:45 - Fee policy: Dynamic algorithms, 0.1-2 basis points 00:59:36 - Future if Lightning replaced: Bitcoin L2s, BTVM, crosschain swaps 01:00:07 - Long-term vision: Proof-of-stake L2s like Botanics, BTM operators 01:03:07 - Team: Nick Sterningard as advisor 01:03:54 - Challenges in Lightning businesses: LSPs like Phoenix, Breez 01:05:43 - Lightning quirks: Buggy experience, on-chain alternatives 01:08:07 - Personal Lightning nodes: Rings of fire, Tor issues 01:09:58 - Stablecoins vs. Bitcoin: Tether article in Bitcoin Magazine 01:11:28 - Dollar dominance: 85% global payments, slow shift to Bitcoin 01:13:14 - Adoption decline: Past merchants like Dell, Microsoft vs. today 01:15:43 - Yield transparency: Real activity vs. BlockFi/Celsius rehypothecation 01:17:36 - Decentralized future: Federation for BTC management 01:18:53 - Ultimate purpose: Support Bitcoin economy beyond holding 01:19:59 - Community: 10,000 followers, 8-person tech team, 50/50 retail/funds 01:22:17 - 10-year vision: Largest BTC liquidity management community 01:23:53 - Personal payments: Bitcoin/Lightning preferred, stablecoins common 01:25:31 - Magic wand: Faster Bitcoin blocks (1-minute intervals) 01:27:54 - Tokenizing BTC: WBTC on Ethereum (100k+ BTC) vs. Lightning 01:29:43 - Paths forward: Improve Bitcoin or bridge to other networks like drivechains 01:30:59 - Learn more: Stroom.net, Twitter, Telegram, Discord 01:32:51 - Closing thoughts: Bright Bitcoin future, open financial inclusion 01:36:07 - Thanks and sign-off

This is the tenth episode in the Crypto Hipster's Curtain Calls Series, which includes 3–4-minute clips from Seasons 6-8. This compilation draws upon my conversations with:Daniel Steeves, advisor/consultant and founder at tudaBirds(2/27/2024, Season 6)Caitlin Moore, Sustainability Data Partnerships Manager at Filecoin Green (11/12/2023, Season 6)Owen O'Driscoll, Co-founder and CEO at Trrue (9/17/2023,Season 6)Andrew Forson, Head of Ventures and Investments at theHashgraph Association (9/2/2024, Season 8)

Wojtek Kaszycki is the Founder and Chairman of BTCS S.A. a technology company that builds and manages validation infrastructure for leading blockchain networks. Why you should listen BTCS S.A. is a publicly listed company based in Warsaw, Poland, founded in 2010. It operates on the Warsaw Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BTF. The company's headquarters are located at Plac Powstańców Warszawy 2, and it was originally known as Vakomtek S.A. before rebranding to BTCS S.A. to reflect a new strategic direction. Over time, it has evolved from a traditional electronics distributor into a technology company focused on blockchain infrastructure and digital-asset management. In its early years, BTCS built its business around the import and distribution of consumer electronics and computer accessories. The company's product portfolio included gaming peripherals, LED lighting, and small household electronic devices, marketed through various retail and wholesale channels in Poland. These operations helped establish its reputation in the local electronics sector before the company began exploring emerging technology opportunities. Today, BTCS S.A. is focused on blockchain technology and Web3-related activities, positioning itself within the growing digital-asset ecosystem. The company is developing infrastructure for staking, validation, and digital-treasury management, reflecting a shift toward decentralized-finance and crypto-related operations. Recent years have seen restructuring and investment aimed at aligning its business model with the rapid expansion of blockchain-based services and financial technologies.   Supporting links Fidelity Crypto Careers  BTCS S.A. Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin   If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

In this episode, ARK's Brett Winton and Lorenzo Valente sit down with Anatoly Yakovenko — co-founder of Solana — to explore how Solana is evolving into a high-performance, globally distributed financial infrastructure. Anatoly shares the network's origin story, explains how Solana leverages parallel compute and hardware innovation to scale, and outlines why execution—not just settlement—is the future of crypto-based finance.The discussion covers how Solana compares to centralized systems like NASDAQ, why monolithic architecture matters, and how innovations like Firedancer and Alpenglow will push the boundaries of decentralized coordination and real-time price discovery. They also explore tokenomics, validator incentives, and why Solana is built to handle machine-generated transaction volumes at global scale.Anatoly offers a wide-ranging perspective on decentralization, future throughput limits, and why blockchains should eventually become invisible to end users.Key Points From This Episode:00:00:00 Why Solana exists00:06:25 Time as a cryptographic primitive: Solving blockchain inefficiency with Time-Division Multiple Access (TDMA)00:11:33 Why Proof of History may disappear — and what replaces it.00:14:16 How cryptographic guarantees could replace 100 years of financial regulation.00:20:03 Settlement vs. execution: Why all the value accrues at the execution layer.00:26:29 Handling millions of transactions per second — and how Solana filters noise.00:38:47 Solana vs. NASDAQ: Building a global atomic state machine for finance.00:42:25 Validator incentives, staking yields, and real vs. inflationary revenue.00:48:46 Firedancer, Alpenglow, and multiple concurrent proposers: What's next for Solana.00:54:52 Is quantum computing a real crypto threat? Anatoly's timeline and optimism.

In this conversation, Peter and Chris discuss the Cardano Foundation's initiative to acquire top-level domain names through ICANN, emphasizing the importance of community support and intellectual property. They explore the integration of Web2 and Web3 technologies, particularly through the Handshake project, and the development of trustless systems using smart contracts. The discussion also highlights the differences between various Web3 domain systems and the significance of community engagement in shaping the future of these initiatives.TakeawaysThe Cardano Foundation is seeking community support for acquiring top-level domains.ICANN's opening for new domains is a rare opportunity.Intellectual property in domain names is crucial for brand protection.Domains can be seen as the original NFTs, unique and valuable.Integrating Web2 and Web3 can enhance user experience and accessibility.The Handshake project aims to decentralize domain name management.Smart contracts can facilitate trustless interactions in domain ownership.Lower friction in accessing domain services is essential for adoption.Community engagement is vital for the success of the Cardano domain initiative.The proposal is a long-term vision that requires ongoing support.Sound bites"Domains are the original NFT.""This is pretty big.""This is an absolute winner."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cardano's Domain Name Initiative02:48 Understanding ICANN and Top-Level Domains06:09 The Importance of Intellectual Property in Domain Names08:58 Integrating Web2 and Web3: The Handshake Project11:53 Building Trustless Systems with Smart Contracts15:06 Comparing Web3 Domains: Handshake vs. Unstoppable Domains17:58 Community Engagement and Future ProspectsDISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

Take Care Tuesday: School Safety SpotlightJoin us for this week's Take Care Tuesday episode featuring Robert Marquez, School Safety and Security Specialist at Harris County Department of Education.Robert breaks down the differences between centralized and decentralized safety management systems in our school districts—sharing the pros, cons, and how to decide which model works best for your campus.He also dives into why it's so important to understand your school's safety plan and stay informed about the plans of other schools in your area.Tune in and take steps toward a safer school environment—one plan at a time!

Centralized platforms cheat creators and fans with unfair cuts and hidden talent. YouBallin, on Solana, is a mobile-first platform where Talent participates in competitive events earning from NFTs and brand deals. Fans vote with $YBL tokens and Brands gain authentic engagement with target audiences. Native web2 onboarding and web3 account abstraction ensures mass appeal, targeting the creator economy's growth.Chris Arakelian is the CEO of YouBallin. She recently joined the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to talk about the platform.In this episode, Chris Arakelian introduced YouBallin as a decentralized, event-driven creator economy built on Solana, aiming to revolutionize the current centralized creator economy. She highlighted the problems with the existing model, including unfair monetization where creators receive very little revenue, algorithmic gatekeeping that prioritizes engagement over genuine talent, and an incentive structure that leaves fans as passive consumers. YouBallin's solution involves a philosophical shift, transforming fans into active owners and stakeholders through a transparent token economy.Arakelian detailed YouBallin's two-phase competitive event model for talent discovery and ownership. In phase one, emerging talents compete to be noticed by established creators ("legends") who vote for free, while fans use YBL tokens to advance wildcard talents. Phase two involves finalists receiving fractionalized NFTs, allowing fans to invest directly in a creator's journey and benefit from her popularity. She emphasized that YouBallin is a multi-sided marketplace targeting emerging talents, engaged fans, mentoring legends, and brands looking for authentic communities, creating a circular rather than extractive economy.She further explained that YouBallin differentiates itself in the Web3 landscape through its core utility, interactive event model, and domain-agnostic approach, supporting various categories beyond just music. Arakelian also introduced "TalentFi," a term for talent finance, which places ownership, instead of algorithms, at the center of discovery, aligning with the crypto ethos of empowering individuals through open and permissionless systems. The YBL token powers all transactions within the platform, fueling scarcity and strengthening participation in this closed-loop economy.About Our GuestChris brings 30 years of agency leadership and marketing communications excellence to YouBallin. Educated as a designer and trained as a client advocate, she's a Growth Engine dedicated to building brands and driving business outcomes. Prior to her appointment as CEO of YouBallin, Chris led Growth for Omnicom's most creative Brand Design Consultancy, Wolff Olins, where she ushered in net new client relationships for both established and emerging brands across a vast Web2 and Web3 landscape including ConcenSys/Metamask, Uber, Instacart, Arbitrum, Robinhood, Bloomberg, Kenvue, BMG, and more.Prior to Omnicom. Chris held senior positions at Consumer centric consultancies where she launched new as well as legacy brands into the world including Wild Turkey, Acuvue, Gillette Venus, and U By Kotex. Building futureproof brands that connect to audiences in an ever changing market is what fuels her passion and drives brand success across categories and geographies.To learn more about the project visit YouBallin.com, and follow the team on X.

Tan Gera is a CFA charterholder with a background in investment banking, Tan made a bold pivot - leaving behind the traditional world to pioneer the future of decentralized finance.#crypto #decentralizedfinance #tangera All Episodes can be found at ⁠www.thecryptopodcast.org⁠ Join my PodFather Podcasting SKOOL Group⁠https://www.skool.com/podfather/about⁠All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠Brain Fitness SKOOL Group ⁠https://www.skool.com/brainfitness/about⁠ Who is Tan Gera, CFACo-Founder Decentralized Masters , Ex-Investment BankerTan quickly emerged as a rising star in the world of finance - earning recognition in global investment circles from a young age.Fluent in four languages and having lived in Paris, New York, Amsterdam, and Dubai, his international experience built a powerful cross-continental network and a rare global perspective.A CFA charterholder with a background in investment banking, Tan made a bold pivot - leaving behind the traditional world to pioneer the future of decentralized finance.Today, as a respected Nasdaq Contributor, he develops innovative frameworks that fuse the discipline of institutional portfolio management with the speed and edge of next-gen financial technology.Through Decentralized Masters, his battle-tested strategies have helped thousands navigate and thrive in the fast-evolving DeFi landscapeWhat we Discussed: 00:30 Who is Tan Gera 01:40 Getting from Investmen t Banking into Crypto03:55 Why investing in himself paid off06:00 His Crypto Journey07:30 See the Banks making a high % on just a wire transfer09:00 The cost he payed to transfer Bitcoin that opened his eyes10:50 How more efficient if the Bank system was 24/711:20 How Roy could see the massive fees that Banks were making12:30 How Western Union took a massive commission13:54 How PayPal get away with such high charges15:23 Stripe and other Platforms debanking Crypto Companies20:55 Is your Money safe in the Bank?23:39 How the Insurance from a Stockbrocker fraud did not pay25:10 Would you Rather cusody of your own funds26:40 The costs taking out your Crypto in FIAT29:35 When a Project wants to list on the main Exchanges31:25 Does full transparency in the founder of a project ensure its a success33:10 THey have all there information public33:50 Not all reviews of a company are True35:00 They have a 25 yr plan and Ten Principles37:30 How they have human to Customer and Not Ai Bots39:00 How they Use Ai in the Company40:15 Be Aware the Ai can Lie42:40 How Small Changes can ruin a company46:35 The Long term plan for the Company52:45 Onboarding Process and where to find the companyCo Founders Own Interview as Mentioned⁠ https://youtu.be/bpkYje_0hic?si=mleR7hRa_C_0dYK5⁠How to Contact Tan Gera, CFA Website ⁠https://www.decen-masters.com/⁠IG: @decen_mastersLI: ⁠linkedin.com/company/decentralized-masters/⁠FB: ⁠facebook.com/DecentralizedMasters⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tan-gera-cfa/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tanujgr/⁠Twitter/X: ⁠https://x.com/juniortgr⁠Website: ⁠https://www.decen-masters.com/⁠All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠⁠  

This is the eighth episode in the Crypto Hipster's CurtainCalls series, which includes 3–4-minute clips from Seasons 6-8. This compilation draws upon my conversations with:Paulius Stankevicius, Founder and CEO at Stankevicius (2/16/2024, Season 6)Dr. Alok Aggarwal, Founder at Scry AI (8/25/2024, Season 8)Sean Ren, CEO and co-founder at Sahara AI (2/17/2025, Season 8)Justin Banon, Founder at Boson Metasystem (5/14/2025, Season 8)

SummaryIn this conversation, Peter discusses the current state of the crypto markets, focusing on the rise of ETFs and their implications for institutional investors and retail users. He explores the potential of Bitcoin DeFi through Cardano, the integration of decentralized domains, and the role of AI in trading. The conversation also touches on the importance of stablecoins in the ecosystem, user onboarding experiences, and the customization of NFTs, concluding with a call for community support.Chapters00:00 Current State of Crypto Markets and ETFs02:50 Institutional Interest and Market Manipulation05:59 Bitcoin DeFi and Cardano's Role09:08 Decentralized Domains and Web3 Integration12:02 AI in Trading and Automation14:54 Gaming and Crypto: Cornucopius to Infinity Rising17:48 Stablecoins and Cardano's Sovereign Wealth Fund21:07 Onboarding Users in Crypto23:54 NFT Customization and Community Engagement27:08 Closing Thoughts and Community SupportTakeawaysCrypto markets are currently struggling but show potential with new ETFs.ETFs can simplify entry into crypto for institutional investors.Diversified crypto baskets can reduce individual asset risk.The rise of ETFs may centralize access to decentralized systems.Bitcoin lacks smart contracts, limiting its DeFi capabilities.Cardano aims to enhance Bitcoin's utility through DeFi.Decentralized domains could bridge traditional web and blockchain.AI trading bots can automate and improve trading efficiency.User onboarding experiences are crucial for attracting new crypto users.NFT customization fosters community engagement and creativity.DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not financial, investment, or legal advice. I am not affiliated with, nor compensated by, the project discussed—no tokens, payments, or incentives received. I do not hold a stake in the project, including private or future allocations. All views are my own, based on public information. Always do your own research and consult a licensed advisor before investing. Crypto investments carry high risk, and past performance is no guarantee of future results. I am not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content.

In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, we dive deep into the future of AI and decentralized compute with Gaurav from io.net. From building in Linux file systems to scaling GPU infrastructure for global AI workloads, Gaurav shares what it takes to create a high-impact product in today's Web3 x AI gold rush.We explore the vision behind io.net—making AI compute more accessible and affordable by decentralizing infrastructure. Gaurav Sharma also opens up about the real challenges of scaling, how their community drives product evolution, and what founders often get wrong when launching AI startups.If you're a founder, developer, or investor in AI or Web3, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and behind-the-scenes insights from someone who's building at the bleeding edge.Key Learnings + Timestamps[00:01:00] Gaurav's journey from Linux systems to Web3 and AI[00:03:30] The problem with monopolies in AI compute pricing[00:05:00] io.net's vision: Giving power back to builders[00:07:00] Decentralized compute vs. traditional hyperscalers[00:08:30] Two types of users io.net serves (technical & abstracted)[00:10:30] Why agents will thrive in Web3 and how AI agents will need crypto[00:12:00] Real-world use cases and who is already using io.net[00:14:30] Challenges of building decentralized infra with real utility[00:17:00] What most people misunderstand about building AI products[00:18:00] Why the compute demand will keep growing – the flywheel effect[00:21:30] What Gaurav would do differently if starting io.net today[00:24:00] How they ensure GPU quality across a decentralized network[00:27:00] Advice for new founders: Start with utility, not just narrative[00:30:00] io.net's 6-month roadmap and product ecosystem vision[00:32:00] Call for collaborators, data engineers, and AI sales talentConnectX: https://x.com/ionetDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/ionetofficialTelegram: https://t.me/io_netLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ionet-official/Medium: https://medium.com/@ionetGaurav Sharma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/searchgauravsharma/?originalSubdomain=th DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment or financial advice and please do your own research.Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/

Any donation is greatly appreciated! 47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate TODAY'S SHOW: In this episode of Monero Talk, Douglas Tuman talks with JP from THORChain to discuss the project's renewed effort to integrate Monero (XMR) into its decentralized cross-chain liquidity protocol. JP explains why an earlier 2022–2023 integration attempt stalled due to limitations in Monero's old multisig system and security concerns, and reveals THORChain is now developing a new threshold signature scheme to make Monero swaps trust-minimized and scalable. He outlines an expected rollout through the Vultisig wallet, stagenet, and finally mainnet by Q1 2025. The conversation explores the role of privacy in crypto, competition and collaboration with projects like Serai and Haven, and THORChain's return to its core mission as a decentralized custodian network. JP emphasizes Monero's importance for financial sovereignty and future AI-driven economies, and invites the Monero community to contribute to the integration effort. TIMESTAMPS: (01:15:00) - Guest introduction and discussion about Monero and Thorchain. (02:18:00) - Thorchain's development and multi-sig technology. (05:00:00) - Discussion on Thorchain's decentralized liquidity pool network. (08:50:00) - The Haven team and potential Monero integration with Thorchain. (10:49:00) - Updates on the threshold signature scheme for Monero. (12:07:00) - Timeline for implementing Monero on Thorchain. (13:24:00) - Monero as digital cash and its privacy benefits over Bitcoin and Zcash. (16:51:00) - Zcash's privacy model compared to Monero's. (18:25:00) - Monero's place in decentralized exchange systems. (19:28:00) - How decentralized exchanges like Thorchain compare with centralized ones. (21:02:00) - Monero's liquidity challenges and efforts to improve. (23:21:00) - Competition between Thorchain and Serai (Luke Parker's project). (26:36:00) - Encouragement for more people to contribute to Monero's ecosystem. (29:39:00) - Shift from private key-based wallets to threshold signature wallets. (32:15:00) - Open-source commitment and possible collaboration with Sarai on threshold signature schemes. (35:00:00) - Building for Monero: Threshold signature libraries and their future. (38:28:00) - Making Thorchain more accessible for Monero integration. (39:01:00) - Current progress on Monero integration and Thorchain's roadmap. (42:42:00) - Monero's potential future with decentralized exchanges. (45:58:00) - Thorchain's liquidity model and rebuilding after setbacks. (49:36:00) - Thorchain's expansion and lending features. (51:33:00) - The future of Thorchain and its role in the decentralized finance space. (54:29:00) - Deflationary mechanics of Thorchain's native token, Rune. (57:33:00) - Building a seamless wallet experience for Monero users within Thorchain. (01:00:29) - The resilience of Thorchain and Monero's synergy. (01:02:09) - Onboarding new users and the balance between decentralization and user accessibility. (01:05:55) - Closing remarks: Cypherpunk roots and the future of Monero and Thorchain. GUEST LINKS: https://x.com/jpthor Purchase Cafe & tip the farmers w/ XMR! https://gratuitas.org/ SPONSORS: Cakewallet.com, the first open-source Monero wallet for iOS. You can even exchange between XMR, BTC, LTC & more in the app! Monero.com by Cake Wallet - ONLY Monero wallet (https://monero.com/) StealthEX, an instant exchange. Go to (https://stealthex.io) to instantly exchange between Monero and 450 plus assets, w/o having to create an account or register & with no limits. WEBSITE: https://www.monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotalk@protonmail.com ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@MoneroTalk:8 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monerotalk FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MoneroTalk HOST: https://twitter.com/douglastuman INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotalk TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social MASTODON: @Monerotalk@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN: https://monero.town/u/monerotalkAny donation is greatly appreciated!Any donation is greatly appreciated!

As you know, we talk a lot about decentralization and protocols over platforms. When it comes to decentralized social media in particular, one person who has been working on it since the earliest days is developer Rabble, who was around at the very beginning of what would become Twitter and has worked on many decentralized social media efforts, and recently proposed a new Social Media Bill of Rights in a post here on Techdirt. This week, Rabble joins the podcast to talk all about the history and present state of decentralized social media.

Send us a textIn this episode, we sit down with Carl Thompson, VP of Sales and Business Development at Infiltrator, to reflect on the first year since the Orenco acquisition. We talk through the benefits of bringing two industry leaders together, the exciting innovations from our combined R&D teams, and how our customers are already seeing stronger support and better wastewater solutions. Finally, we share how teamwork, progress, and future innovation are shaping decentralized wastewater systems. If you have comments or questions about our podcast, you can reach us through this link. To discuss a project or talk to one of our engineers, call 800-348-9843.

Karia Samaroo is the founder/former CEO and Chairman of WonderFi, which is being acquired by Robinhood for $180M. Karia now heads a startup called xTAO, which is devoted to the decentralized AI network Bittensor. Karia is also a former securities lawyer who used his legal expertise to enter the crypto industry in 2016, working with firms like Galaxy Digital before going on to found WonderFi. In this conversation, we discuss:- Robinhood acquiring WonderFi for $180M - Bittensor subnets  - xTAO  - Bittensor's AI network model- DATs raising money in the least dilutive way possible - Decentralized AI - The convergence of crypto + AI - Crypto in Canada - Q4 2025 crypto hot takes  xTAOX: @xtaohqWebsite: xtao.coLinkedIn: xTAOKaria SamarooX: @samaroo00 LinkedIn: Karia Samaroo---------------------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.  PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions. Code: CRYPTONEWS50 This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below: PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

Cody Cook welcomes to the show John Roth, a scholar of the Radical Reformation and former editor of the Mennonite Quarterly Review. John and Cody explore the enduring relevance of Anabaptism at its 500th anniversary, focusing on its emphases on community, nonviolence, decentralization, and stewardship. Roth also discusses the Anabaptist Community Bible, a unique project blending scholarly insights, historical voices, and lay reflections, inviting readers into a communal hermeneutic. The conversation delves into Anabaptist distinctives—like love for neighbor and rejection of coercive power. Roth also shares the inspiring story of Elsie Baumgartner, an early Anabaptist who cited Psalm 24:1 to challenge national borders, reflecting a theology of God's universal sovereignty. With humor and depth, they navigate the Anabaptist Community Bible's hermeneutical diversity, its artistic elements, and its call to participatory faith. Available at mennomedia.org or Amazon, this Bible offers a fresh lens for Christians seeking a decentralized, diverse, and Spirit-receptive approach to scripture.Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com Use code LCI50 for 50% off your first order at Podsworth.com to clean up your voice recordings and also support LCI!Full Podsworth Ad Read BEFORE & AFTER processing:https://youtu.be/vbsOEODpQGs  ★ Support this podcast ★

Billy Luedtke is the Founder of Intuition.In this episode, we explore how Intuition is building a new decentralized network for reputation, trust, and decision-making on Ethereum. Plus, why this could be the foundation for a universal knowledge graph that reshapes how we share and verify information online.------

Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageDaylight is redefining the energy and crypto landscape with a $75 million raise — including $15M in equity led by Framework Ventures and $60M in project finance from Turtle Hole Capital. Discover how Daylight is merging clean energy, DeFi, and stablecoins to unlock new yield opportunities and scale solar + battery infrastructure across the U.S.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction03:35 - Overview of the Total Raise and $60 Million Debt Vehicle06:08 - Flow of Funds and Revenue Generation08:11 - Homeowner Perspective on Daylight Subscriptions09:22 - Introduction to Daylight's DeFi Protocol10:37 - Yield Opportunities in DeFi12:01 - Stablecoin Utilization and Revenue Flow12:43 - Timeline for DeFi Launch13:05 - Confidence in Revenue Models and Market Performance14:10 - Geographic Expansion Strategy15:43 - Impact of AI Infrastructure on Energy Demand16:46 - Future Plans for Token and Blockchain Deployment18:39 - Community Involvement and Contribution Opportunities20:42 - Closing Remarks and Future OutlookDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

David Carvalho, Founder, CEO, and Chief Scientist of Naoris Protocol. He is one of the most seasoned voices at the intersection of cybersecurity and blockchain. He is the founder of Naoris Protocol, the world's first decentralized security solution powered by a post-quantum blockchain and distributed AI, backed by Tim Draper and the Former Chief of Intelligence of NATO.With over 20 years of experience as a Global Chief Information Security Officer and ethical hacker, David has operated at both technical and C-suite levels in multi-billion-dollar organizations across Europe and the UK, including as CISO of London City Airport and Global CISO of OCS Group. He has advised nation-states and critical infrastructure under NATO on cyber-warfare, cyber-terrorism, and cyber-espionage.A blockchain pioneer since 2013, David has also contributed to innovations in PoS/PoW mining and next-gen cybersecurity. His work emphasizes risk mitigation, ethical wealth creation, and value-driven advancements in crypto, automation, and distributed AI.In this conversation, we discuss:- 2028 is when all financial institutions need to be post-quantum resilient - How can we quantum-proof our assets?  - Highest risk sectors = healthcare, national security, electrical grids, telecom  - The SEC's Post-Quantum Financial Infrastructure Framework  - What percentage of your portfolio should be in quantum-safe investments?  - Post-quantum crypto  - The future of quantum computing  - Next steps for Naoris  - Naoris' growth  - Decentralized cybersecurity mesh  NaorisX: @NaorisProtocolWebsite: naorisprotocol.comLinkedIn: Naoris ProtocolDavid CarvalhoX: @katanationcyberLinkedIn: David Joao Vieira Carvalho---------------------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.  PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions. Code: CRYPTONEWS50 This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below: PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50

Most crypto AI is just speculation wrapped in infrastructure buzzwords.In this episode of AI Supercycle, we sit down with Nick Emmons from Allora Network and Danny Sursock from Archetype VC to cut through the hype and discuss what actually matters in crypto AI infrastructure.We discuss:- Speculative Assets vs. Real AI Solutions- Objective-Centric AI: The Intent Model for Models- The Right Benchmarks for Each Layer of the AI Stack- Why Decentralization Shouldn't Kill Functionality- DeFi Agents: Beyond Capital Formation- Allora's Mainnet Launch Timeline- The Shortest Path From Model Creation to Value CaptureTimestamps:00:00 Intro01:10 The Current State of Crypto AI 04:34 Speculative Assets vs Infrastructure That Actually Works06:55 Building Real AI Infrastructure 08:26 Hibachi Ad, Talus Ad09:10 Objective-Centric AI: Why Intent Models Change Everything14:21 The Right Benchmarks for AI (Stop Using the Wrong Metrics)19:26 Enso Ad, Recall Ad, Relay Ad21:26 The Economic Verifiability Model Explained25:38 Blending Web2 & Web3 AI Principles (What Works from Both)27:57 Decentralized vs Distributed: The Critical Difference30:17 Market Coordination in AI (How Value Actually Forms)32:27 Capital Formation Evolution in Crypto AI37:10 Coordination as the Real Value Driver39:33 Hyperfinancialization & AI Agents: The Convergence41:45 Allora Mainnet Update: When It's Actually LaunchingWebsite: https://therollup.co/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1P6ZeYd...Podcast: https://therollup.co/category/podcastFollow us on X: https://www.x.com/therollupcoFollow Rob on X: https://www.x.com/robbie_rollupFollow Andy on X: https://www.x.com/ayyyeandyJoin our TG group: https://t.me/+TsM1CRpWFgk1NGZhThe Rollup Disclosures: https://therollup.co/the-rollup-discl

Live from Korea Blockchain Week 2025, join us at The Edge of Show as we explore how blockchain and AI are redefining the next frontier of technology and real-world innovation.Host Josh Kriger sits down with Shaw Walters, Founder of Eliza Labs, to unpack the concept of Adaptive Intelligence, a new approach to merging AI and crypto through agent-to-agent economies, generative token networks, and autonomous systems that learn from user behavior. Then Robin Wingardh, co-founder of Wingbits, shares how his team is decentralizing flight tracking data, partnering with major airlines, and building a blockchain network that rewards contributors worldwide.A deep dive into how AI, data, and decentralization are merging to transform industries—from autonomous agents to global aviation.Support us through our Sponsors! ☕

Key Takeaways: The money system is shifting: The world is moving from a dollar-based system to one that includes neutral assets like Bitcoin and gold. Central banks are under pressure: Decentralized finance and open systems are challenging their traditional control over creating money. Young innovators are driving change: Many are turning to digital and decentralized currencies, building new financial networks outside the old system. Nations are adjusting in different ways: China is moving away from U.S. dependence and stockpiling key resources, while Europe struggles more with these changes. The U.S. still has an edge: Despite its problems, America's culture of innovation and decentralized system helps it adapt and stay competitive.   Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:00 The Shift From Centralized to Decentralized Financial Systems 5:16 The Shift from Central Banks to Bitcoin and Open Systems 11:07 Decentralized Power and Neutral Money in a Multipolar World 13:54 Global Economic Shifts and the Future of Innovation   Powered by Stone Hill Wealth Management   Social Media Handles    Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip)   Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/   Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen!   WBMS Premium Subscription   Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

For episode 221 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we're excited to welcome I. Christwin, Co-Founder of M3tering Protocol and Switch Electric. His journey into Web3 began with a simple question: how do we make clean power reliable, affordable, and investable where it's needed most? That question led to M3tering, a protocol that coordinates rooftop solar using smart contracts, stablecoin prepayment, and token incentives; and to Switch Electric, the specialized hardware layer that makes it all work on the ground.Traditional energy systems often fail at the last mile where the need is greatestm keeping millions without access to affordable power. M3tering changes that by using smart contracts and stablecoins to make clean energy reliable, transparent, and fair.You'll learn:⚡ How tokenized energy assets and stablecoins can unlock affordable solar energy where the grid falls short.

Matthias Pfefferle discusses the Fediverse's origins and evolution with Evan Prodromou, highlighting decentralized social networks, protocols, privacy, and the future of federated systems.

Eran Barak, CEOEran Barak is the CEO of Shielded Technologies, where he leads the executive team and all business activities pertaining to the development of the Midnight Network, as he did in his previous tenure at Input Output Global (IOG). He joined IOG following a successful career building and scaling international services companies in the fintech, IT, and telecommunications sectors.Before Shielded, Eran helped found Symphony, the world-leading B2B collaboration workflow in the financial industry, taking it from inception to unicorn status. Over the past 30 years, he served in leadership and executive positions at world-class industry-leading companies such as Parity Technologies, Amdocs, and Thomson Reuters, where he helped create new offerings and scale their businesses globally. He holds a BSc in Computer Science from Tel Aviv University and an Executive MBA in Marketing from the Kellogg School of Management. Eran enjoys spending time with his family and friends, riding steel roller coasters (never wood), solving puzzles, and collecting early 20th-century US wheat pennies. Shielded TechnologiesShielded Technologies is an emerging engineering company pioneering privacy-enhancing, decentralized technologies designed for real-world compatibility.    A spinout from leading Web3 venture studio Input Output, Shielded brings deep cryptographic expertise as the core technology partner for the Midnight Network - a new blockchain that leverages advanced cryptographic proofs and a cooperative tokenomics design to protect data and metadata while ensuring auditability and compliance. In collaboration with the Midnight Foundation, Shielded is shaping a global ecosystem that upholds the fundamental freedoms of association, commerce, and expression.

Eran Barak, CEOEran Barak is the CEO of Shielded Technologies, where he leads the executive team and all business activities pertaining to the development of the Midnight Network, as he did in his previous tenure at Input Output Global (IOG). He joined IOG following a successful career building and scaling international services companies in the fintech, IT, and telecommunications sectors.Before Shielded, Eran helped found Symphony, the world-leading B2B collaboration workflow in the financial industry, taking it from inception to unicorn status. Over the past 30 years, he served in leadership and executive positions at world-class industry-leading companies such as Parity Technologies, Amdocs, and Thomson Reuters, where he helped create new offerings and scale their businesses globally. He holds a BSc in Computer Science from Tel Aviv University and an Executive MBA in Marketing from the Kellogg School of Management. Eran enjoys spending time with his family and friends, riding steel roller coasters (never wood), solving puzzles, and collecting early 20th-century US wheat pennies. Shielded TechnologiesShielded Technologies is an emerging engineering company pioneering privacy-enhancing, decentralized technologies designed for real-world compatibility.    A spinout from leading Web3 venture studio Input Output, Shielded brings deep cryptographic expertise as the core technology partner for the Midnight Network - a new blockchain that leverages advanced cryptographic proofs and a cooperative tokenomics design to protect data and metadata while ensuring auditability and compliance. In collaboration with the Midnight Foundation, Shielded is shaping a global ecosystem that upholds the fundamental freedoms of association, commerce, and expression.

Dr. Roman Yampolskiy is a computer scientist, AI researcher, and professor at the University of Louisville, where he directs the Cyber Security Lab. He is widely recognized for his work on artificial intelligence safety, security, and the study of superintelligent systems. Dr. Yampolskiy has authored numerous books and publications, including Artificial Superintelligence: A Futuristic Approach, exploring the risks and safeguards needed as AI capabilities advance. His research and commentary have made him a leading voice in the global conversation on the future of AI and humanity.In our conversation we discuss:(00:01) Background and path into AI safety(02:27) Early AI state and containment techniques(03:43) When did AI's Pandora's box open(04:38) How close is AGI and definition(07:20) Why AGI definition keeps moving goalposts(09:25) ASI vs AGI: future five–ten years(11:12) Measuring ASI: tests and quantification methods(12:03) Existential threats and broad AI risks(17:35) Transhumanism: human-AI merging and coexistence(18:35) Chances and timeline for peaceful coexistence(21:16) Layers of risk beyond human extinction(23:55) Can humans retain meaning post-AGI era(27:41) Jobs AI likely cannot or won't replace(29:42) Skills humans are losing to AI reliance(31:00) Cultivating critical thinking amid AI influence(33:34) Can nations or corporations meaningfully slow AI(37:29) Decentralized development: open-source control feasibility(40:46) Any current models with real safety measures?(41:12) Has meaning of life changed with AI?(42:36) Thoughts on simulation hypothesis and implications(43:58) If AI found simulation: modify or escape?(44:54) Key takeaway for public about AI safety(45:26) Is this your core mission in AI safety(46:14) Where to follow and learn more about youLearn more about Dr. RomanWebsite: https://www.romanyampolskiy.com/⁠⁠Socials: @RomanYampolskiy⁠⁠Watch full episodes on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@seankim⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/heyseankim

For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In this episode Ron talks to Leopoldo Lopez (Venezuelan opposition leader and co-founder and general secretary of the World Liberty Congress) about his journey fighting for freedom against the Maduro regime. They discuss the collapse of democracy in Venezuela, the importance of grassroots movements, and the role of Bitcoin as a revolutionary tool for freedom.  They also touch on the human toll of autocracy, the power of music and identity, and the need for open-source technologies and philanthropy to support democracy and the fight against autocracy.  They discuss: (2:50) Bitcoin as a tool for freedom  (5:56) Leopolodo's journey  (8:49) The collapse of democracy in Venezuela  (14:44) The fight against Maduro's regime  (20:57) The human toll of autocracy  (23:52) The power of music and identity  (27:07) Bitcoin and the future of freedom  (30:00) Decentralized resistance and global movements  (32:33) The role of philanthropy in democracy  (35:12) The future of money and values  (41:24) The importance of open source technologies  (44:11) The potential of Bitcoin in Venezuela  (47:02) Creating a new economic paradigm  (50:00) The crisis of trust in institutions  (53:07) The role of citizens in democracy  (56:03) The future of autocracies and democracies  (58:49) The path forward for freedom  This episode features a sample of the song “Free Venezuela” by Alejandro Preschel with permission from the artist: https://open.spotify.com/track/3n8Ik5DLU1ql6BixMGmq9q?si=636cb6290ea44e6a Lean more about the World Liberty Congress here: https://worldlibertycongress.org/  Find our sponsor links and promo codes here: https://bit.ly/44uAGZ8 Get 15% off OneSkin with the code RON at  https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow Ron and Leopoldo  on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/leopoldolopez Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Illia Polosukhin, a co-author of the seminal "Attention Is All You Need" paper and co-founder of Near AI, joins us to discuss his vision for building private, decentralized, and user-owned AI. Illia shares his unique journey from developing the Transformer architecture at Google to building the NEAR Protocol blockchain to solve global payment challenges, and now applying those decentralized principles back to AI. We explore how Near AI is creating a decentralized cloud that leverages confidential computing, secure enclaves, and the blockchain to protect both user data and proprietary model weights. Illia also shares his three-part approach to fostering trust: open model training to eliminate hidden biases and "sleeper agents," verifiability of inference to ensure the model runs as intended, and formal verification at the invocation layer to enforce composable guarantees on AI agent actions. Finally, Illia shares his perspective on the future of open research, the role of tokenized incentive models, and the need for formal verification in building compliance and user trust. The complete show notes for this episode can be found at https://twimlai.com/go/749. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Distribution, host Brandon Sedloff sits down with Saul Goldstein for an in-depth look at his unconventional path from studying Japanese to building a European opportunistic fund manager, ActivumSG. Saul shares the lessons learned from navigating distressed markets in Japan and Germany, the entrepreneurial leap of founding ActivumSG, and how his firm approaches operational intensity and platform investing across Europe. Their conversation explores the interplay between macroeconomic cycles, local market dynamics, and the importance of culture and curiosity in building enduring teams. They discuss: Saul's early career and how non-performing loans led him into real estate The founding story of Activum and the challenges of raising the first fund in 2008 How operational alpha and platform building shape Activum's investment approach The property clock framework and current positioning of European markets The importance of culture, passion, and curiosity in sustaining long-term success Links: ActivumSG - https://www.activumsg.com/ Saul on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/saulgoldstein/ Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Juniper Square - https://www.junipersquare.com/ Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:44) - Saul's career and background (00:13:04) - Founding ActivumSG (00:22:20) - Operational alpha and market strategies (00:29:30) - Decentralized structure and local market focus (00:30:12) - Core values and company culture (00:33:17) - Investor relations and transparency (00:36:43) - European real estate market overview (00:42:50) - Cultural perspectives in business (00:45:16) - Property clock and market cycles (00:49:34) - Capital flows and investment strategies (00:52:48) - Passion and career development (00:56:29) - Conclusion and final thoughts

As CTO of Block, Dhanji Prasanna has overseen a dramatic enterprise AI transformation, with engineers saving 8-10 hours a week through AI automation. Block's open-source agent goose connects to existing enterprise tools through MCP, enabling everyone from engineers to sales teams to build custom applications without coding. Dhanji shares how Block reorganized from business unit silos to functional teams to accelerate AI adoption, why they chose to open-source their most valuable AI tool and why he believes swarms of smaller AI models will outperform monolithic LLMs. Hosted by: Sonya Huang and Roelof Botha, Sequoia Capital Mentioned in the episode: goose: Block's open-source, general-purpose AI agent used across the company to orchestrate workflows via tools and APIs.  Model Context Protocol (MCP): Open protocol (spearheaded by Anthropic) for connecting AI agents to tools; goose was an early adopter and helped shape. bitchat: Decentralized chat app written by Jack Dorsey Swarm intelligence: Research direction Dhanji highlights for AI's future where many agents (geese) collaborate to build complex software beyond a single-agent copilot. Travelling Salesman Problem: Classic optimization problem cited by Dhanji in the context of a non-technical user of goose solving a practical optimization task. Amara's Law: The idea, originated by futurist Roy Amara in 1978, that we overestimate tech impact short term and underestimate long term. 00:00 Introduction 01:48 AI: Friend or Foe? 03:13 Block's Journey with AI and Technology 04:47 Block's Diverse Product Range 07:04 Driving AI at Block 14:28 The Evolution of Goose 27:45 Integrating Goose with Existing Systems 28:23 Goose's Learning and Recipe Feature 29:41 Tool Use and LLM Providers 31:40 Impact of AI on Developer Productivity 34:37 Block's Commitment to Open Source 39:09 Future of AI and Swarm Intelligence 43:05 Remote Work at Block 45:15 Vibe Coding and AI in Development 48:43 Making Goose More Accessible 51:28 Generative AI in Customer-Facing Products 54:09 Design and Engineering at Block 55:38 Predictions for the Future of AI

For episode 220 of the Crypto Altruists podcast, we're excited to welcome Bayley Wang, Co-founder & CEO of PrismaX, a robotics intelligence platform building an open coordination layer between humans and machines. PrismaX's thesis is simple and bold: the bottleneck in robotics isn't just hardware anymore, it's coordination. If robots, humans, and AI are going to collaborate safely and at scale, we need transparent rules, shared standards, and incentives that reward the communities creating the value.You'll learn:

Justin Waldron is the Founder of Open Game Protocol, (https://www.opengameprotocol.com), a trailblazer in creating innovative gaming platforms that bridge social, mobile, and Web3 ecosystems. With a robust background in game development and entrepreneurship, Justin shares his journey from co-founding Zynga—redefining social gaming with iconic titles that captivated millions—to launching Playco, a platform focused on instant, accessible gaming experiences, and now spearheading the Open Game Protocol, a groundbreaking decentralized framework for the future of gaming. He emphasizes the importance of user-centric design in gaming, the modular and scalable architecture of the Open Game Protocol, and its role as a leading framework for developing decentralized, player-driven gaming experiences, empowering developers to create with unparalleled freedom and ease. 

In this episode of the Crypto 101 podcast, host Bryce interviews Sreeram Kannan, founder of EigenCloud, discussing the innovative decentralized infrastructure being built for the crypto ecosystem. Sriram explains the vision behind EigenCloud, its unique features like EigenDA and Eigen compute, and how it aims to provide a verifiable and autonomous service layer for crypto builders. The conversation also touches on the evolution of Eigen, the importance of restaking, regulatory clarity, and the future of AI agents in the blockchain space. Sriram emphasizes the need for a cloud-like environment in crypto and the potential for EigenCloud to revolutionize the industry.Efani Sim Swap Protection: Get $99 Off: http://efani.com/crypto101Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comCheck out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.comGet immediate access to my entire crypto portfolio for just $1.00 today! https://www.crypto101insider.com/cryptnation-directm6pypcy1?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=DescriptionGet your FREE copy of "Crypto Revolution" and start making big profits from buying, selling, and trading cryptocurrency today: http://www.cryptorevolution.com/free?utm_source=Internal&utm_medium=YouTube&utm_content=Podcast&utm_term=DescriptionChapters00:00 Introduction to EigenCloud and Sriram Kannan01:06 Understanding EigenCloud's Vision and Functionality05:29 The Need for Decentralized Infrastructure in Crypto09:23 Evolution of Eigen and Shared Security Model10:53 Building a Cloud-like Environment for Crypto14:43 EigenDA and Its Role in Data Throughput16:07 EigenLayer's Unique Position in the Crypto Ecosystem18:49 Developer Experience and Programming Flexibility with EigenCompute22:29 Commercialization Efforts and Future Prospects for EigenCloud25:06 Understanding Total Value Locked (TVL) in EigenLayer26:38 Bootstrapping the Network and Earning Yield27:04 Redistribution in Ethereum Staking29:46 The Evolution of EigenLayer and DeFi Protocols30:16 Understanding Restaking and Addressing FUD33:33 Regulatory Clarity and Its Impact on Staking34:51 The Vision for the Future of Crypto41:37 Collaboration with Ethereum and Future Roadmap45:38 The Universal Utility of EigenLayerMERCH STOREhttps://cryptorevolutionmerch.com/Subscribe to YouTube for Exclusive Content:https://www.youtube.com/@crypto101podcast?sub_confirmation=1Follow us on social media for leading-edge crypto updates and trade alerts:https://twitter.com/Crypto101Podhttps://instagram.com/crypto_101Guest Linkhttps://x.com/eigenlayer*This is NOT financial, tax, or legal advice*Boardwalk Flock LLC. All Rights Reserved  ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofrCreative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZAROMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/lAfbjt_rmE8▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out Gemini Exchange: https://gemini.com/card* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.com* Check out Plus500: https://plus500.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Midas, in partnership with Interop Labs, today announced the launch of mXRP on Axelar, the first onchain product to offer meaningful yields for XRP holders, offering 6-8% APY with no minimum deposits. The mXRP asset is issued on the new XRPL EVM, through audited smart contracts. The XRP asset is bridged into the protocol via Axelar, the Gateway to Onchain Finance and the first (and currently only) DeFi connector for the XRP Ledger.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!Guests:Georgios Vlanchos - Co-founder of Axelar Protocol & Director at Axelar FoundationAxelar Website ➜ https://bit.ly/aXelaRPDennis Dinkelmeyer, Co-Founder & CEO, MidasMidas website ➜ https://bit.ly/MidasRWa00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Tangem00:40 Axelar crosses $1bil01:20 Announcement: Liquid Staked XRP (mXRP)03:00 Who can use mXRP?04:10 Expected Target yields?04:45 Who's currently using Midas yield tokens?07:00 Yield Vaults integrating mXRP07:50 How will this compare to Flare network XRP vault?10:00 Loans on mXRP?11:30 Will Axelar have a competitive version of OVault? 11:55 Liquidity pool inventives soon for mXRP?14:00 Are institutions or DAT's going to be holding mXRP?15:45 Will this put too much strain on the XRPL?19:00 Outro#XRP #Crypto #Ethereum~Biggest XRP News EVER!!?

In this episode, our guest is Danny Kennedy, a serial energy entrepreneur, investor, and advocate for distributed renewables. Danny shares his bold vision for a world powered entirely by solar energy and battery storage — a transformation he calls "Solar for Universal Need." Drawing on his experience leading startups and initiatives like the California Clean Energy Fund and New Energy Nexus, Danny explores the dramatic cost declines in solar and storage technologies and their role in reshaping how we electrify everything — from homes to transportation, boats, agriculture, and even cooking. He highlights how developing countries like Pakistan and the Philippines are leapfrogging centralized grid models by deploying decentralized, low-cost energy solutions that empower citizens and communities. Danny also discusses the overlooked potential of maritime electrification, the role of AI and social media in accelerating learning and deployment, and the coming disruption of fossil-fueled infrastructure. This is a wide-ranging, energizing conversation on how innovation, entrepreneurship, and bold action can help us navigate — and accelerate — the global energy transition. Please join to find more. Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie YouTube @energypreneurs Instagram @energypreneurs Tiktok @energypreneurs Spotify Video @energypreneurs

For episode 598 of the BlockHash Podcast, host Brandon Zemp is joined by Dr. Christian Killer, Head of Research for Acurast. Dr. Christian Killer, Head of Research at Acurast with a PhD in Blockchain Voting, Dr. Killer pioneered novel approaches to decentralizing electoral procedures, advancing the state of voting systems worldwide. His work has been published in top-tier interdisciplinary venues across blockchain, applied cryptography, and information security. At Acurast, he leads cutting-edge research initiatives focused on secure, decentralized computation and privacy-preserving protocols. ⏳ Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction(0:56) Who is Christian Killer?(3:22) What is Acurast?(10:28) How does Acurast work?(12:22) Incentives for users(14:28) Ecosystem use-cases(16:30) Running LLMs on Acurast(18:08) Future of Decentralized Compute(20:30) Acurast roadmap(21:55) Acurast website, socials & community 

The Ethereum Foundation launches an AI team. The Fusaka audit contest goes live. MetaMask launches its mUSD stablecoin. And Base explores a network token. Read more: https://ethdaily.io/783 Disclaimer: Content is for informational purposes only, not endorsement or investment advice. The accuracy of information is not guaranteed.

Without a doubt, the introduction of stablecoins has vastly increased overall crypto liquidity, adoption and real-world use cases as they offered a safe haven against the industry's volatility, especially during bearmarkets. However, despite being extremely efficient, the main stablecoin actors (i.e. Circle & Tether) are centralised entities. Many attempts have been made to create a reliable decentralised stablecoin, but regulations and the resounding collapse of Terra's UST have only pushed towards more established, yet centralised, variants.f(x) is a new generation CDP (collateralised debt position) protocol that offers on-chain perpetual trading for BTC & ETH with near-0 funding rates and a novel liquidation mechanism which protects users against hard liquidations. The leverage component is powered by emitting fxUSD, the protocol's decentralised stablecoin, which boasts robust peg-keeping mechanisms, the main one being fxSAVE's stability pool. The fxSAVE strategy bestows nearly 10% APY to the yield-bearing fxUSD-USDC pair.Topics covered in this episode:Cyrille's backgroundAladdinDAODecentralised stablecoinsf(x) perps and sharing liquidation risksThe efficiency of progressive liquidationsRemoving funding ratesfxSAVE's stability pool yieldsfxUSD's organic adoptionThe importance of decentralised stablecoinsWinning in the perp arenaOpportunities in the stablecoin adoption raceEpisode links:Cyrille Brière on Xf(x) Protocol on XAladdinDAO on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - ⁠gnosis.io⁠This episode is hosted by Sebastien Couture.

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: The All Aboard Coalition's effort to mobilize $300 million for venture capital co-investments in first of a kind climate-tech projects; the role of fashion brands in supporting regenerative cotton in Peru (06:55); and why decentralized physical infrastructure networks, or DePINs, are a promising model for sustainable community services (11:00).Story links:“All Aboard Coalition mobilizes co-investments in climate tech as federal funding falters,” by Amy Cortese“Fashion brands step into the aid gap to back regenerative cotton in Peru's Amazon,” by Erik Stein“A new model for digital infrastructure: Decentralized and community owned,” by Crypto Council for Innovation's Renee Pinto da Silva BartonMusic by Isaac Silk and DELOSound

If a law is literally impossible to follow, it undermines the legitimacy of the legal system itself. Decentralized social network platform Mastodon says it can't comply with Mississippi's age verification law. A law that cannot be complied with doesn't regulate behavior, instead it criminalizes existence. In this case, the law is less about shaping user behavior than about shaping which platforms survive. And this is where the US is heading. We explore this and so much more. Please don't miss this one.

Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: The All Aboard Coalition's effort to mobilize $300 million for venture capital co-investments in first of a kind climate-tech projects; the role of fashion brands in supporting regenerative cotton in Peru (06:55); and why decentralized physical infrastructure networks, or DePINs, are a promising model for sustainable community services (11:00).Story links:“⁠All Aboard Coalition mobilizes co-investments in climate tech as federal funding falters⁠,” by Amy Cortese“⁠Fashion brands step into the aid gap to back regenerative cotton in Peru's Amazon⁠,” by Erik Stein“⁠A new model for digital infrastructure: Decentralized and community owned⁠,” by Crypto Council for Innovation's Renee Pinto da Silva Barton⁠⁠Music by Isaac Silk and ⁠DELOSound⁠

Any donation is greatly appreciated! 47e6GvjL4in5Zy5vVHMb9PQtGXQAcFvWSCQn2fuwDYZoZRk3oFjefr51WBNDGG9EjF1YDavg7pwGDFSAVWC5K42CBcLLv5U OR DONATE HERE: https://www.monerotalk.live/donate TODAY'S SHOW: In this episode of Monero Talk, host Douglas Tuman interviews Dr. K, a proof-of-work researcher with over eight years of experience. They dive into Monero's ongoing “qubic attack,” where mining pool Qubic controls ~35% of the network's hash rate and causes chain reorganizations. Dr. K, whose background spans ConsenSys, Grid Plus (creator of the Lattice One wallet), and a National Science Foundation grant for PoW research, proposes a fix: work shares. By sampling multiple proofs per block instead of one, work shares make the network resistant to attacks from miners with less than 51% hash power. Dr. K is already drafting a pull request to add this to Monero's code.The discussion also explores why Dr. K views proof-of-work as superior to proof-of-stake—emphasizing immutability, permissionlessness, and competitive fairness—and his own project, Quiet Network (QUI), a scalable PoW blockchain with an energy-based token (QI) designed for stable purchasing power. TIMESTAMPS: (00:02:28) Dr. K introduces himself and his background (00:04:44) Dr. K's crypto journey and early experiences (00:14:21) Dr. K's views on privacy in cryptocurrency (00:18:45) Dr. K explains why he's a proof of work maximalist (00:29:03) Discussion of proof of stake vs. proof of work (00:41:13) Dr. K introduces work shares as a solution to Monero's problems (00:48:09) Technical details of implementing work shares in Monero (01:15:06) Comparison of work shares to other proposed solutions (01:31:22) Introduction to Quiet Network and Qi (01:38:49) Closing thoughts on unity in the cryptocurrency community GUEST LINKS: https://x.com/mechanikalk Purchase Cafe & tip the farmers w/ XMR! https://gratuitas.org/ SPONSORS: Cakewallet.com, the first open-source Monero wallet for iOS. You can even exchange between XMR, BTC, LTC & more in the app! Monero.com by Cake Wallet - ONLY Monero wallet (https://monero.com/) StealthEX, an instant exchange. Go to (https://stealthex.io) to instantly exchange between Monero and 450 plus assets, w/o having to create an account or register & with no limits. WEBSITE: https://www.monerotopia.com CONTACT: monerotalk@protonmail.com ODYSEE: https://odysee.com/@MoneroTalk:8 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monerotalk FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MoneroTalk HOST: https://twitter.com/douglastuman INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/monerotalk TELEGRAM: https://t.me/monerotopia MATRIX: https://matrix.to/#/%23monerotopia%3Amonero.social MASTODON: @Monerotalk@mastodon.social MONERO.TOWN: https://monero.town/u/monerotalkAny donation is greatly appreciated!Any donation is greatly appreciated!

In this episode of Tank Talks, Matt Cohen sits down with Samer Bishay, a telecom trailblazer and the founder of Iristel, to discuss his journey in revolutionizing Canada's telecommunications industry. From growing a small startup focused on VoIP services into one of Canada's largest independent telecom providers to pioneering decentralized satellite-based solutions, Samer has made a lasting impact in the tech world.Samer shares his experiences of breaking into the telecom market, competing with industry giants like Bell and Rogers, and building solutions for underserved communities. He also delves into the challenges of navigating regulatory hurdles and using cutting-edge technologies like Voice over IP (VoIP) and satellite communications to solve critical connectivity issues in remote regions.Whether you're an entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or interested in the future of telecommunications, this episode offers unique insights into telecom innovation, regulatory struggles, and how technology can bridge the digital divide.The Early Spark for Aviation and Space Tech (00:07:04)* From his childhood fascination with planes to studying space technology, Samer talks about his deep interest in aviation and communications, which laid the foundation for his later ventures.Launching Iristel and the VoIP Revolution (00:14:00)* Samer explains how he launched Iristel in 1999, focusing on Voice over IP, disrupting the traditional telecom model, and overcoming technical and regulatory challenges.The Power of VoIP to Disrupt Telecom Giants (00:17:20)* Samer reveals how VoIP technology allowed him to offer significantly cheaper international calls, challenging the industry's status quo.Connecting Remote Communities in Africa (00:19:43)* A pivotal moment came when Samer deployed servers in Africa to reduce the cost of international calls, ultimately helping underserved communities gain access to affordable telecom services.Battling Regulatory Challenges in Canada (00:27:11)* Samer discusses the regulatory scrutiny faced when launching Ice Wireless and Sugar Mobile, and the lessons for founders entering heavily regulated industries like telecom, healthcare, and insurance.The Vision for a Decentralized Telecom Future (00:39:05)* Samer introduces Karrier One, a company leveraging blockchain technology to decentralize telecom infrastructure and allow communities to control their own connectivity.Taking on the Telecom Industry Giants (00:23:50)* Samer talks about competing against Bell and other telecom giants, and the hurdles that came with scaling Iristel into Canada's largest independent telecom provider.Exploring the Role of Satellites in Expanding Connectivity (00:30:24)* As a co-founder of Kepler Communications, Samer explains how satellite technology is a game-changer for connecting remote regions and overcoming the limits of traditional telecom infrastructure.The Future of Canadian Innovation and Entrepreneurship (00:45:53)* Samer discusses the future of tech innovation in Canada, how entrepreneurs should navigate regulatory barriers, and the importance of fostering a risk-taking culture.About Samer BishaySamer Bishay is a pioneering telecom entrepreneur and the Founder of Iristel, Canada's largest independent telecommunications provider. With a background in VoIP technology, satellite communications, and decentralized telecom networks, Samer has spent over two decades disrupting the industry. He co-founded Kepler Communications to expand satellite connectivity in remote areas and Karrier One, a blockchain-powered platform for decentralized telecom infrastructure. Recognized as one of Canada's top 25 immigrants, Samer is driven by his mission to bridge the digital divide and create innovative solutions for underserved communities.Connect with Samer Bishay on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samerbishay/Visit the Iristel website: https://www.iristel.com/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com