In this episode, Connor and Greg Osuri (Founder of Akash Network) explore the changing landscape of American governance, focusing on the generational shift towards crypto and decentralized technologies. The guest highlights recent legislative changes, such as the passing of Bill 521, which reclassifies crypto as a commodity and shifts jurisdiction from the SEC to the CFTC, marking a significant moment for the industry. The conversation touches on the pro-crypto stance of the incoming administration and the potential for decentralized technologies to improve government efficiency, including through the proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Attention is also given to challenges in the AI space, especially energy consumption, and the role of Akash in providing decentralized cloud computing resources to meet growing demand. The episode wraps up with insights into Akash's onboarding process for data centers and the company's growth, driven by the need for affordable, accessible computing power in AI development.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:39 - Sponsor Message

00:58 - Regulatory Clarity in Crypto

03:41 - Crypto as a Commodity vs. Security

05:41 - Pro-Crypto Administration

07:38 - Impact of Government Adoption of Crypto

12:02 - Decentralized Tech in Government

14:01 - AI Regulation Perspectives

20:06 - Countermeasures for AI Threats

28:10 - Trends in AI and Energy Consumption

30:23 - Akash's Role in Decentralized AI

35:40 - Supply Constraints and Incentives

46:20 - Onboarding Process for Data Centers

48:33 - Customer Profiles and Use Cases

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