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Canonical Crypto - Anand Iyer (Episode #27)

Aug 30, 2023
Anand Iyer, Founder of Canonical Crypo and angel investor, talks about the intersection of AI and blockchain, the importance of decentralization in AI growth, and the significance of fully homomorphic encryption. He also discusses the underwriting process for pre-seed investments, the role of AI agents, and the popularity of projects like FrenTech in the crypto space.
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Quick takeaways

  • Building a unique product with an unfair advantage is crucial for success in the blockchain industry.
  • The integration of AI and blockchain can enable programmable and decentralized money for autonomous AI agents.

Deep dives

AI's Background and Journey in the Crypto Industry

Anand Iyer, the founder of Canonical Crypto, shares his journey in the crypto industry, starting from his early career as a developer in big tech companies like Cisco and Microsoft. He talks about his transition into entrepreneurship and his involvement in mining Bitcoin. Eventually, he started investing in blockchain projects and realized that investing in blockchain infrastructure was where he wanted to focus his time. This led him to launch his own fund, Canonical, which supports founders building products that cater to developers in the blockchain space.

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