Anand Iyer, an AI crypto investor entrenched in both industries, discusses the nascent world of decentralized AI. He tackles the stark contrast in funding—$300 billion for centralized AI versus just $1 billion for decentralized options—highlighting a massive opportunity for innovation. Anand predicts the next big project could emerge from just one developer on-chain. The conversation also dives into the ethical implications of AI in personal relationships and how blockchain can enhance privacy in this evolving tech landscape.
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AI Arms Race and Niche Models
The AI arms race hinges on massive compute, data, and algorithms but compute and data are key differentiators.
Smaller, niche AI models are emerging that require less compute and fit well with blockchain-enabled distributed systems.
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AI Power Demand & Energy Impact
AI power consumption will more than double by 2026, mostly driven by AI needs, prompting new clean energy solutions.
We must consider impacts such as chip manufacturing complexity, tariffs, and data center energy sourcing.
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Centralized vs. Decentralized AI Funding
Over $300 billion has poured into centralized AI versus under $1 billion in decentralized AI since 2022.
Decentralized AI startups need more time, capital, and talent to compete but represent a significant investable opportunity.
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What if the future of AGI isn't owned by a handful of tech giants?
In today's episode, we sit down with an Anand Iyer, a prominent AI crypto investor who's been living in the trenches of both worlds to explore how $300 billion has flowed into centralized AI versus just $1 billion into decentralized AI and why this disparity creates the biggest opportunity.
We dig into the push to give AI ownership back to the people and a bold prediction: the next billion-dollar project might be coded by just one developer and launched onchain.
Let's explore.
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