The Delphi Podcast

Harry Dewhirst: What If the Physical World Had an API? — 375ai, DePIN, and Real-Time Data for AI

Jun 17, 2025
Harry Dewhirst, co-founder and CEO of 375ai, is revolutionizing data collection with a decentralized network of sensors designed for real-time, monetized insights from the physical world. He shares his journey from a crypto investor to innovator, and how 375ai's technology turns unstructured video into valuable data while emphasizing privacy. The launch of the compact 375 Street device and its impact on data accuracy is explored. Dewhirst also discusses challenges in manufacturing and the intriguing connections of his company's name to Area 51.
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Harry Dewhirst's Career Origins

  • Harry Dewhirst started multiple data businesses before 375ai, including a company sold to Singtel and another to T-Mobile.
  • He became fascinated by Helium and crypto networks, which inspired him to co-found 375ai about three years ago.
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Pivoting to Own Network

  • 375ai pivoted from deploying third-party DePIN devices to building its own network with exclusive billboard locations.
  • They leveraged valuable real estate contracts to build a unique data intelligence network.
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Edge AI Powers Real-Time Data

  • 375ai uses advanced edge devices with AI and six specialized cameras to capture detailed vehicle and environmental data.
  • Data is processed locally at the edge to ensure privacy compliance and real-time insights from busy highways.
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