Revenue Search: Inside Bittensor Subnet Session with Hansel Melo from Void: Subnet 31
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Sep 26, 2025 In this fascinating discussion, Hansel Melo, an early BitTensor miner and subnet owner, shares insights on how his project, Void AI, is revolutionizing decentralized finance. He dives into the importance of bridging TAO and alpha tokens to major chains like Solana and Ethereum, making them tradable without specialized wallets. Hansel explains how concentrated liquidity reduces slippage, and unveils revenue sources such as bridge and staking fees. He emphasizes the aim of creating enduring infrastructure for seamless interoperability in the crypto world.
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From Miner To Validator And App Builder
- Hansel describes his early BitTensor journey from miner to validator and building the first open-source app China.
- He used validators to access miner models and launched China as a free BitTensor-powered ChatGPT competitor.
Alpha Tokens Replace Old Liquid Staking Model
- Alpha tokens evolved as liquid staking derivatives representing individual subnets after Dynamic TAO changed staking mechanics.
- Void's bridge aims to support every subnet so alpha tokens can be staked to Void validators and accessed cross-chain.
Lower Entry Barriers By Bridging To Popular Chains
- Do bridge TAO and alpha tokens to chains like Solana and Ethereum to reach existing liquidity and builders.
- Let users trade with Phantom or MetaMask without learning BitTensor-specific wallets.