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Connor sits down with Evan Tong from Monad to discuss the evolving intersection of crypto and AI agents. They explore how agents could become the new websites, democratizing digital interactions much like WordPress did for website creation. Evan highlights Monad's mission to build a high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain, enabling smoother experiences for developers and users. The conversation delves into the importance of parallel execution environments for multi-agent systems, predicting a future with billions of on-chain agents before billions of human users. They also discuss the role of ecosystem building, flexibility in adapting to the crypto industry's rapid changes, and supporting founders and innovative projects. 

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:33 - Exploring AI-Driven User Experiences in Crypto

08:19 - Performance and Compatibility in the EVM

11:36 - Lessons in Ecosystem Building in Crypto

14:42 - Comparing Early Blockchain Experiences

16:13 - Bringing Professional Standards to Crypto

18:47 - Building a Founder-Friendly Ecosystem at Monad

20:35 - Innovations in DeFi, Consumer Tech, and AI

25:26 - Engaging Founders and Communities

Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.