
The Index Podcast
What’s indexing this week in crypto, blockchain, and open-source AI? Find out on The Index, where we feature exclusive conversations that go beyond code. Each week, host and entrepreneur Alex Kehaya talks with founders, developers, and investors who are shaping the future of Web3. From startup advice to breakthrough strategies, our guests share their stories and take a deep dive into the decentralized future.
Latest episodes

May 3, 2024 • 34min
Staking on Solana and the Future of DEFI with Lucas Bruder & Zano Sherwani, Co-founders of Jito Labs
This week on The Index, we dive into staking on Solana with Jito Labs! Host Alex Kehaya joins the masterminds behind it all, Lucas Bruder and Zano Sherwani, the co-founders of Jito Labs! The blockchain's biggest validators trust their MEV software, and we're here to discuss the future of DEFI. They'll share their entrepreneurial journey, discuss JitoSOL, the liquid staking token, and we will explore how they're pushing the boundaries of decentralization on the Solana network.Show LinksThe Index X ChannelYouTube

May 2, 2024 • 31min
Zero-Knowledge Proofs: Privacy and Innovation with Houman Shadab and Wyatt Benno of ICME and NovaNet
This week on The Index, host Alex Kehaya dives into the future of zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) with guests Wyatt Benno and Houman Shadab, Co-Founders of ICME and NovaNet, a groundbreaking P2P decentralized proving network. The conversation spans the current ZKP landscape, exploring its potential for future Web3 applications. Wyatt and Houman unpack the regulatory and legislative considerations surrounding this innovative technology and discuss how zero-knowledge proofs redefine the bounds of sensitive information to protect privacy.Show LinksThe Index X ChannelYouTube

Apr 12, 2024 • 35min
Future of AI in the Workplace with Vinny Lingham, CEO of Rumi
This week on The Index, host Alex Kehaya welcomes Vinny Lingham, the Founder and CEO of Rumi, an AI-driven platform that offers video conferencing. Vinny shares his unique insights into the startup world as an investor and entrepreneur. We take a deep dive into the future of AI in the workplace, ChatGPT, decentralized storage, chip shortages, and what's next for Bitcoin. Show LinksThe Index X ChannelYouTube

Mar 22, 2024 • 43min
Ritual: Web3's Next Generation of AI & Crypto Infrastructure with Co-founder Niraj Pant
The podcast dives into Ritual's groundbreaking architecture in Web3 AI infrastructure, discussing decentralization, user sovereignty, node operators, censorship resistance, and the impressive AI capabilities of Sora. They explore the rapid progression of technology in the crypto and Web3 space, showcasing the intersection of AI, blockchain, AR, and VR.

Mar 15, 2024 • 35min
Hacking Innovation in the Solana Ecosystem with Matty Taylor, Co-founder of Colosseum
Join host Alex Kehaya in a conversation with Matty Taylor about hacking innovation in the Solana ecosystem. They discuss transitioning to Solana for scalability, exciting opportunities in the ecosystem, encryption challenges, and the importance of feedback and competition in the crypto world.

Mar 8, 2024 • 43min
Coinfund Insights: CEO Jake Brukhman on AI, Blockchain and Web3 Convergence
The podcast delves into the future of AI and Web3, the impact of blockchain on industries like finance and NFTs. ChatGPT's role in the digital landscape is highlighted. Coinfund's investment strategy and potential AI-blockchain projects are discussed, revealing insights into the new Internet leaders.

Mar 2, 2024 • 23min
Web3 Community Building and the Future of AI with Alex Pisarevski, Co-founder of Epic Web3
This week on The Index, host Alex Kahaya welcomes entrepreneur Alex Pisarevski, Co-founder of the Epic Web3 conference. Join us as we explore how Alex is shaping a future where developers and founders come together, sharing insights and driving innovations at the forefront of the decentralized future.Show LinksThe Index X ChannelYouTube

Feb 16, 2024 • 31min
Real Estate Investment: Tokenization, AI, and Expert Advice with Dan French, CEO of ResProp
This week on The Index, host Alex Kehaya welcomes Dan French, CEO of ResProp & Partner at Rex, a company reshaping property investment. It's a great conversation about blockchain-driven property investment opportunities, where high-quality real estate assets become as accessible as trading stocks. Learn more about the promise of AI in property management and the transformative potential of blockchain in mortgages.Show LinksThe Index X ChannelYouTube

Feb 10, 2024 • 39min
Bitcoin, Token Economics and Web3's Investment Strategy with Austin Barack of Relayer Capital
Former Coinfund partner Austin Barack, now the Founder and Managing Partner of Relayer Capital, discusses token economics, the transformative power of Bitcoin and Ethereum, Web3 startups he will be investing in, smart contracts and decentralized applications, self-custody, interoperability, rise of DeFi and NFTs, evaluating individuals in early-stage investments, managing risk, and the importance of deep research in the crypto industry.

Feb 2, 2024 • 29min
Solana's Jupiter Exchange and the Decentralized Future with Founder Meow
This week on The Index, host Alex Kehaya welcomes Meow, the Founder of Jupiter, the best exchange in DeFi on Solana. Meow shares Jupiter's blueprint for Web 3 and the decentralized future in this exclusive interview. Learn about Jupiter's full-stack ecosystem play, which is focused on advancing the metaverse.Show LinksThe Index X ChannelYouTube