Anand Iyer

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.

Shayon Sengupta, a partner at Multicoin Capital specializing in AI investments, joins Marc Weinstein of Mechanism Capital, Anand Iyer focusing on the post-AGI world, and Ed Roman from HackVC. They dive into how decentralized technologies can drive AI innovation and explore the critical role of tokens in AI networks. Topics include token design for sustainable growth, the relationship between value and speculation in AI tokens, and the challenges of integrating autonomous AI agents. The discussion illuminates the future of decentralized AI and crypto innovations.

In this episode, Eugene Borukhovich interviews Anand Iyer, Chief Strategy Officer of Welldoc, discussing the early days of Welldoc and the digital therapeutics industry. They talk about leveraging mobile platforms for personalized coaching, obtaining FDA clearance, demystifying digital therapeutics, potential exit strategies for digital health companies, and the transformative power of digital therapeutics in improving lives.

Anand Iyer, a managing partner at Canonical and venture partner at Lightspeed, dives into his journey from Microsoft to venture capitalism. He discusses the current AI bubble, urging caution for investors and highlighting the importance of understanding market dynamics. Iyer emphasizes founder relationships and strategic hiring as keys to startup success. The conversation also touches on the exciting intersection of AI and cryptocurrency, examining the potential of Web3 technologies and the challenges innovators face in achieving product-market fit.

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.