The Pomp Podcast #1549 Alessandro De Carli | Is Bitcoin Decentralization Coming To Your Phone?!
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May 16, 2025 Alessandro De Carli, Co-Founder of Acurast, discusses the revolutionary potential of turning smartphones into decentralized computing nodes. He explores how this could reshape the Bitcoin network and everyday life. The conversation dives into the economic incentives behind this model and the importance of mobile security. De Carli also touches on the concept of invisible computing, emphasizing energy efficiency and innovative applications. Lastly, he envisions a future where decentralized computing becomes accessible to everyone, aiming for unmatched scalability.
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Bitcoin's Decentralized Power
- The Bitcoin network combines decentralization with massive computational power, making it extremely resilient and secure.
- This model inspires replication in other areas of computation beyond financial transactions.
Invisible Yet Essential Compute
- Compute power is invisible to most users but crucial for powering applications and AI.
- This invisibility masks the complexity and energy required, creating a perception of computing as 'magic.'
Unused Mobile Compute Power
- Mobile phones hold massive unused computing power as people frequently discard them.
- This creates an opportunity to harness these devices for decentralized computing.