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Connor welcomes Miguel from Nillion to discuss the company's latest endeavors. Miguel shares insights into Nillion's motivation for launching an internal podcast designed to provide builders and developers with a platform to showcase their projects. The conversation explores the benefits of open-sourcing AI models, highlighting how Nillion leveraged DeepSeek's R1 model to develop a privacy-preserving "blind guru" chatbot. Additionally, the episode examines the broader implications of DeepSeek's open-source approach and the ongoing challenges surrounding privacy and security in AI development.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:40 - Privacy-Preserving AI: The Impact of DeepSeek's Model

04:13 - Trust and Privacy in AI Agents

10:17 - How Web3 Can Benefit from Seamless Privacy Integration

18:31 - The Connection Between Web2, Web3, and Privacy with ZkTLS

22:17 - A Look at Privacy Solutions

26:00 - Unique Use Cases for Nillion Technology

30:54 - Ways to Get Involved with the Community

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Connor speaks with Kevin McCordic, Head of Growth at Meet Monad, about the latest developments in the Monad ecosystem as they prepare for their Testnet launch. They discuss the volatile crypto market, likening it to a high-stakes game similar to Squid Game, where investor sentiment shifts unpredictably. Kevin shares his journey from venture investing to Monad, highlighting his evolving role in marketing, community building, and product strategy. The conversation explores Monad’s mission to make blockchain development more accessible through EVM integration, fostering innovation and expanding its developer base. Kevin also emphasizes the importance of community engagement in driving growth and previews exciting projects within the ecosystem. The episode concludes with a call for listeners to follow Monad on Twitter and stay tuned for the Testnet launch, marking a pivotal moment for the platform’s future.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:39 - Market Sentiment and Development Challenges in Crypto

03:23 - Exploring Monad

04:44 - Evolution of Roles at Monad: From Branding to Testnet Launch

07:10 - Building the Ecosystem and Preparing for Testnet Launch

10:33 - From Security to Opportunity in the Crypto Space

11:56 - From Angel Investing to Joining the Team at Monad

20:01 - The Impact of Fast Blockchains on Crypto Development

25:22 - Leveraging Twitter and Memes for Growth in Crypto

36:13 - Monad's Growth Strategies and Community Engagement

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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

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Connor and Sal talk with Diego de Tomas, co-founder and CEO of Over the Reality (OVR), about building one of the world’s most extensive 3D mapping platforms. Diego shares how OVR has generated over 100,000 3D maps since 2020, accumulating 55 terabytes of data through a community-driven process using their app and advanced AI. He explains the groundbreaking Visual Positioning System (VPS), offering centimeter-level accuracy for AR, robotics, and ride-sharing applications. Diego also discusses OVR’s shift beyond crypto into Web2 markets, launching a subscription model for businesses, and the exciting potential of spatial computing to transform how we interact with our environment.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:22 - Meet Diego de Tomas and OVR Overview

01:10 - OVR's Ambitious Goals and Achievements

02:06 - Comparison with Niantic and Data Quality

03:52 - User Experience: Mapping with OVR

05:00 - Backend Process of Creating 3D Maps

06:47 - The Need for Visual Positioning System (VPS)

08:22 - Use Cases for VPS Technology

10:38 - VPS vs. GPS: Understanding the Differences

14:10 - User Involvement in OVR Mapping

15:26 - Factors Influencing Location Value in OVR

19:45 - Recent Funding and Future Plans

25:21 - Investment Thesis Behind OVR

28:10 - Future Directions and Business Model Expansion

30:59 - Training Large Geospatial Models

35:15 - Open Source Plans for the Model

36:24 - Conclusion and Community Engagement

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Connor and Mahesh speak with Roy, founder of Up Network, about the evolving landscape of AI, consumer devices, and crypto. Roy shares insights on building user incentives for technologies like the Agentic OS, which simplifies the crypto experience, and explores the competitive dynamics between the U.S. and China in AI, emphasizing market-driven invention and open-source collaboration. Drawing from his background in gaming and advertising, Roy discusses UpNetwork’s vision to integrate software and hardware, focusing on device-agnostic solutions that enhance smartphones and smart glasses with Web3 capabilities. He highlights the importance of accessible technology and rewards for user engagement, touching on the potential of a token within the Movement ecosystem to connect users, developers, and manufacturers. Roy’s forward-thinking perspective makes this a compelling exploration of the future of AI, crypto, and consumer tech. 

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:40 - DeepSeek

02:59 - AI Innovation and Open Source Trends

08:29 - Up Network and the Evolution of Crypto and AI

13:46 - Exploring the Shift from Smartphones to Smart Glasses

14:22 - The Evolution of Smartphones and AI

20:27 - Exploring Device-Agnostic Web3 Integration

28:41 - Connecting Users and Data in a Decentralized Ecosystem

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Connor welcomed back Jeffrey Manner, co-founder of Roam, to discuss their latest advancements in Wi-Fi and decentralized identity. Jeffrey detailed Roam’s live pilot program, where users earn points by contributing to the network, validating Wi-Fi connections, and adding public hotspots. They explored the concept of Open Roaming, an initiative under the Wireless Broadband Alliance that aims to create seamless Wi-Fi experiences akin to mobile network roaming, with Roam positioned as a Web3 identity provider enabling secure connections across millions of hotspots. The conversation delved into Roam’s hardware strategy, including their Wi-Fi routers and onboarding existing Open Roaming nodes, as well as their unique approach to decentralized identity and verifiable credentials. Jeffrey also shared plans for monetization, potential telco partnerships, and expanding services within their distributed network.

Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction

00:34 - Pilot Burning Pool and Token Mechanics

02:32 - Earning Points in the Roam Network

04:28 - Understanding Open Roaming

07:34 - Roam's Hardware Strategy

10:44 - OpenWRT and Community Upgrades

11:48 - Building on Solana

13:25 - Decentralized Identity and Verifiable Credentials

15:42 - Monetization Strategies and Demand Side

18:28 - Future of Telcos and Roam's Role

20:24 - Coordination and Incentivization in Open Roaming

25:24 - Looking Ahead to 2025

26:15 - Where to Find Roam Online

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In this episode, Connor speaks with Doug Petkanics from Livepeer about the evolution of open video infrastructure. They discuss Livepeer’s transition to Arbitrum, how it leverages idle GPUs for cost-effective video transcoding, and its expansion into AI-powered video processing, which is driving new revenue. Doug also shares insights on Ethereum’s ecosystem, competition from Solana, and Livepeer’s growing $7M treasury, fueled by community governance.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:30 - Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum Developments

02:46 - Livepeer's Technical Overview

03:21 - Understanding Video Processing

08:30 - Livepeer's Market Position

10:15 - Cost Structure and User Experience

11:30 - Success Stories with Livepeer

12:30 - Cost Reduction Mechanisms

15:42 - Current State of the Livepeer Network

20:17 - AI Integration in Livepeer

22:12 - Advice for Founders in Crypto

25:22 - Go-to-Market Strategy

27:29 - AI Video Editing Potential

30:51 - Livepeer's Treasury and Funding

34:34 - Community Engagement and Call to Action

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Connor sits down with Travis Kling, a prominent crypto hedge fund trader, about the intersection of faith, culture, and cryptocurrency. They discuss the recent surge in Bible sales, which Travis attributes to global instability driving a renewed interest in faith, as well as the decline of religious affiliation in America amid the rise of the internet and challenges like Christian nationalism. Travis shares his views on societal trends, including a potential spiritual resurgence, and explores the concept of spiritual warfare in the context of the 2024 election, linking cultural issues like gender identity and abortion to broader moral struggles. He reflects on his personal faith journey, recounting how challenges and a move to New York City deepened his spirituality. The conversation concludes with Travis’s thoughts on the future of cryptocurrency, including the potential for a strategic Bitcoin reserve under a new administration and its implications for the financial landscape.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:04 - Exploring the Decline of Faith in Modern America

06:51 - Faith and Science

11:31 - Reevaluating New Atheism 

16:26 - Political Polarization

24:02 - Future of Bitcoin in U.S. Politics 

35:26 - Finding Faith and Purpose

56:16 - Journey of Faith: Deconstruction and Reconstruction

01:24:48 - Exploring Tokenomics and AI Agents in Emerging Technologies

01:30:10 - Hybrid Intelligence - The Intersection of Human Oversight and AI

01:37:16 - Exploring the Impact of Religion on Human Advancement

01:43:37 - Christianity and Human Advancement

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Connor speaks with Hal Smith Stevens, CEO of Rilla Network, about their mission to revolutionize live streaming with peer-to-peer technology. Hal shares insights from Rilla's recent $3.5 million seed round and his experiences as a third-time founder, highlighting the importance of building strong networks and finding the right investors. They discuss Rilla's decentralized content delivery network, which leverages unused upstream bandwidth from viewers to reduce costs for broadcasters and transform passive audiences into active contributors. Hal explains how this approach enhances engagement and reduces expenses, offering examples like cost savings for sports broadcasters. The conversation also touches on Rilla’s plans for a token to distribute value within their ecosystem, showcasing the potential of blockchain and peer-to-peer technology to shape the future of live streaming.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - Seed Round Experience

01:58 - Advice for First-Time Founders

05:41 - The Importance of Networking

07:24 - Understanding Real Networks

07:36 - Decentralized CDN Concept

08:00 - Core Technology Overview

09:05 - Live Streaming Use Case

12:55 - Transforming Passive Audiences

14:03 - Explaining the Peer-to-Peer Model

19:41 - Concrete Example of Live Streaming

20:59 - Value Attribution and Redistribution

26:25 - Supply Side and Hardware Requirements

29:43 - Blockchain Choice Discussion

30:58 - Future Use Cases Beyond Sports

32:01 - Building a Protocol vs. Application

33:38 - Token Design and Future Plans

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