In this episode, the hosts discuss the evolving landscape of data chains in blockchain technology with Josh Benaron, the founder of Irys. They explore the importance of data in the blockchain ecosystem, the challenges faced by existing data chains like Filecoin and Arweave, and the innovative approach of Irys as a programmable data chain. The conversation delves into the metrics for evaluating data chains, potential use cases, and the competitive landscape, while also highlighting the need for usability and the future of data in the context of AI and decentralized applications.
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Timestamps

(00:00) Intro
(00:21) Disclaimer
(00:34) Introduction to the Irys project
(03:13) Understanding Irys: The First Programmable Data Chain
(07:07) Challenges in Existing Data Chains
(10:55) The Journey into On-Chain Data
(14:41) The Case for Data Chains
(18:09) Metrics for Evaluating Data Chains
(20:46) Comparing Data Storage Solutions
(23:34) Exploring Applications Built on Iris
(25:33) Innovative Applications on Iris
(27:34) The Concept of a Memory Layer
(28:38) Developer Engagement with Iris
(30:30) On-Chain Data Utilization
(33:43) Reflections on the Crypto Landscape
(37:30) Keys to Success in the Crypto Industry
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