

Bittensor Guru
Keith Singery
The Bittensor Guru focuses on Bittensor, the project that combines artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to create an incentivized marketplace for machine learning. This podcast covers the Bittensor ecosystem, community, projects, developments and much more. Hosted by Keith Singery, a Bittensor enthusiast who runs a validator and volunteers as a moderator on the project's official Discord server.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 18min
Episode 8 - Call w/ @0xMikeMikeMike
A candid discussion highlights the evolution of BitTensor, tackling the hurdles faced by early miners amidst growing skill demands. The conversation dives into the innovative Yuma consensus mechanism, emphasizing reward fairness among miners and validators. Mining dynamics reveal how performance metrics guide user queries and the unique strategies of various subnets. Plus, the expansive potential of the BitTensor ecosystem is explored, showcasing opportunities for AI professionals and the importance of community engagement in driving innovation.

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Nov 11, 2023 • 14min
Episode 7 - Copying Weights into Oblivion
Bittensor's Subnet 1 - Text Prompting is under attack by the weight copiers! My thoughts on the state of the subnet and how we got here. Disclaimer: I could be wrong about all of this! I can't gaurantee the accuracy of everything discussed. I can only tell you that I'm using all of the information I have at my disposal to make the best conclusions I can.

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Nov 7, 2023 • 15min
Episode 6 - Coevolutionary Dynamics
This discussion dives into the co-evolutionary dynamics that set Bittensor apart within its unique ecosystem. It examines innovative incentive mechanisms mirroring natural evolution and explores the challenges of adapting reward models in decentralized subnets. Insights into the competitive landscape of subnet ownership highlight the pressure on owners to stay relevant amidst constant innovation. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of public feedback in shaping development, contrasting it with conventional approaches.

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Nov 5, 2023 • 20min
Episode 5 - Blacklisting and Copying Weights
Delve into the intriguing challenges within the BitTensor ecosystem, particularly the issues of blacklisting smaller validators and score manipulation. The conversation provides insights on the rising subnets and the community’s hopeful strategies to tackle these obstacles. It’s a captivating exploration of the complexities and dynamics shaping a evolving landscape.

Oct 20, 2023 • 22min
Episode 4 - Subnets and Emissions
Bittensor subnets launched on October 2, 2023 ushering in the largest changes to the ecoysystem in the project's history. In this episode I discuss how subnets fundamentally expand the scope of Bittensor and how the new network structure improves emissions and further decentralizes the project by placing even more control in the hands of its community. https://bittensor.guru/ https://taostats.io/validators/bittensor-guru-podcast/ https://bittensor.com/

Aug 22, 2023 • 21min
Episode 3 - Bittensor & Synchronicity
In this episode, I share the synchronicities that led me to believe in Bittensor. Bittensor, Internet-scale machine learning Tai Chi Classes Online | Monk Yun Rou | Tucson Bittensor Guru Bittensor Guru Podcast | Verified Validator on Bittensor | taostats

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Aug 18, 2023 • 10min
Episode 2 - The Bittensor Elevator Pitch
The podcast discusses the unique combination of AI and blockchain in Bittensor, the importance of open-source in AI, the flaws of proof of work in cryptocurrency networks, and investment opportunities in BitTensor to support validators and earn returns.

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Aug 12, 2023 • 45min
Episode 1 - My Bittensor Journey
The host shares his journey into BitTensor, including his involvement with the project. They discuss their experiences with cryptocurrency and the discovery of artificial intelligence. The speaker reflects on their early encounters with technology, including their use of Napster. They discuss their initial struggles with Bittensor and finding success. The speaker highlights the trust and positive experiences within the BitTensor community. The sudden attention and significance of AI is explored. The speaker shares their experience running a validator and emphasizes the importance of maintaining security in the cryptocurrency world.