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Sal sits down with Alexandra from Staex, a company redefining IoT through a trusted, decentralized network. They discuss the inefficiencies of traditional network protocols for modern IoT and how Staex’s approach re-architects infrastructure to reduce overhead and enhance security. Alexandra highlights Staex’s impact, including saving a U.S. client with 2,000 charging stations $100,000 annually by optimizing data transmission. She also shares use cases like anchoring battery data on-chain for regulatory compliance and using drones to measure electromagnetic fields. The conversation reveals Staex’s shift from a decentralization-first pitch to a focus on efficiency and cost savings, and Alexandra invites builders to join the evolution of DePIN and the machine economy. This episode offers a compelling look at how IoT, blockchain, and regulatory compliance are converging to reshape industries.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:31 - Overview of Staex and IoT Challenges

01:40 - Alexandra's Background in IoT Networking

05:26 - The Monolithic Approach of Staex

08:09 - Evolving the Pitch to Enterprises

10:33 - Understanding Cost Savings in IoT

12:12 - Industrial Use Cases for Staex

15:19 - Regulatory Challenges and Opportunities

17:19 - Current Stage and Future Plans for Staex

20:16 - Alexandra's Aspirations Beyond Staex

21:47 - Call to Action for Builders and Collaborators

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