DePINed podcast

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Feb 5, 2025 • 50min

Mapping the future with DePIN: Data is the new gold | Brent van der Heiden: MapMetrics (#41)

How can decentralized mapping challenge traditional navigation giants? 🗺️ In this episode, Brent, co-founder & CEO of MapMetrics, shares how crowdsourced data and DePIN innovation are reshaping the future of navigation, making real-time mapping more accurate, decentralized, and rewarding for users. 💡 Key topics covered: - The power of crowdsourced data in building decentralized maps - Monetizing data: How users earn rewards by contributing real-world insights - Overcoming fake data threats and ensuring network security - Why decentralized maps can be faster, cheaper, and more adaptable than Google Maps - The role of tokenomics in sustaining DePIN projects - How DePIN projects can break free from crypto market volatility and build real-world businesses 🌍 Can DePIN redefine digital mapping and challenge centralized platforms? Tune in to explore how MapMetrics is pioneering a new era of decentralized navigation, where data is the new gold and users own the map!
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Jan 22, 2025 • 51min

Rethinking machine networks with spatial computing | Nils Pihl: Auki (#40)

What does the future of machine perception and spatial computing look like? 👀 In this episode, Nils Pihl, the founder of Auki, shares their vision for decentralized infrastructure, exploring how real-time machine collaboration and innovative tokenomics are shaping smarter, connected systems. 💡 Key topics covered: - The role of tokenomics in aligning incentives and ensuring network sustainability - How gaming and behavioral psychology shaped approach to building DePIN projects - The burn credit mint mechanism powering Auki's decentralized ecosystem - Potential lies in spatial computing and its real-world applications - What drives the development of machine perception networks - Strategic steps for scaling a global decentralized network Curious about Web3, DePIN, or how blockchain and decentralization are driving the next wave of infrastructure innovation? 🛰️ Dive into this episode to uncover how Auki is shaping the future of spatial computing and decentralized machine perception networks!
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Jan 16, 2025 • 54min

Building a 100k-Station Network with DePIN innovation | Daniel Ammann: Onocoy (#39)

How can a decentralized GPS network transform industries and solve real-world challenges? 🌍 In this episode, Daniel Ammann, founder of onocoy, shares a numbers-proven vision behind their decentralized network, explaining how innovative tokenomics, governance, and scalability are reshaping the future of location-based services. 💡 Key topics covered: - The differences between centralized and decentralized GPS systems - How onocoy’s tokenomics slashes costs and ensures network reliability - The role of redundancy and scalability in building a 100,000-station network - Why DePIN projects need a real demand side to succeed - Governance strategies for protecting decentralization while inviting collaboration Curious about Web3, DePIN, or how blockchain and decentralization are driving the next wave of infrastructure innovation? 🛰️ Tune in to this episode to explore how onocoy is building the backbone of a more accurate, accessible, and decentralized future!
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Jan 9, 2025 • 48min

Can Decentralization transform EV charging? Ting Du: PowerPod (#38)

What if your private EV charger could power an entire community? 🔌 In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Ting Wang, the founder of PowerPod, to discuss how innovative blockchain solutions are reshaping the EV charging landscape From tackling the challenges of building dense city networks to leveraging tokenomics for user incentives, Ting shares the bold steps PowerPod is taking to create a sustainable and accessible future for electric vehicles 💡 Key topics covered: - Why small beginnings lead to massive change in EV charging - How blockchain and tokenomics drive user incentives and network growth - PowerPod’s first launches in Dubai, Macau, and Indonesia - The surprising role of slow chargers in the EV ecosystem Interested in Web3, decentralization, or the next wave of EV innovation? 🚗 Tune in to this episode to discover the approach shaping the future of electric mobility!
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Jan 2, 2025 • 55min

The new era of Electric Vehicle charging | Dominic Klopsch: Charge.xyz (#37)

Charge.xyz is redefining the future of EV charging by building a decentralized, scalable, and accessible infrastructure to meet the growing demand for for sustainable transportation solutions worldwide In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge speaks with Dominic, co-founder and CEO of Charge.xyz, to explore how the company is transforming the electric vehicle charging market. From tackling infrastructure challenges to innovating with Web3 technology, this conversation dives deep into the future of EVs ⚡ 🛠 Let’s break it down: - Why 80% of the EV charging market remains untapped - HowCharge.xyz plans to build a global network of 100K private charging stations - Navigating regulatory hurdles and scaling in key markets like Europe, China and the US - How the team’s Web3 marketing experience is shaping a stronger DePIN product 🎙️ If you’re an EV enthusiast, a blockchain advocate, or curious about DePIN solutions, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of technology, sustainability, and decentralized networks. Don’t miss it!
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Dec 26, 2024 • 55min

How noise data is shaping smart cities? Thomas Messerer: Silencio (#36)

How can noise data transform real estate, city planning, and hospitality? 🌍 In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Thomas Messerer, co-founder of Silencio, shares how their mobile app tackles noise pollution while rewarding users with tokens 💡 With over 400,000 users already improving urban soundscapes, Silencio is leading the way in transforming how we collect and use noise data to create smarter cities 🎧 What you’ll learn: - The hidden ways noise pollution affects your health, home, and city - How Silencio is building the world’s largest decentralized noise data network - Why blockchain and geo-data are transforming urban planning and decision-making - How noise data could revolutionize real estate, hospitality, and public policy Whether you’re passionate about smart cities, data-driven innovation, or simply curious about the future of decentralized solutions, this episode is a must-watch 🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution! Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍
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Dec 19, 2024 • 41min

Staking innovation in Decentralized Networks | Sylvan Zhang: Parasail (#35)

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Sylvan Zhang, founder of Parasail, about how staking is transforming decentralized physical infrastructure networks. Parasail provides innovative tools and frameworks that enable AI and DePIN projects to enhance service reliability, hold providers accountable, and involve token holders in securing the network. 📌 Key topics discussed • What is DePIN and why is it critical for decentralized infrastructure. • How staking secures networks and aligns communities. • The evolution from Filecoin’s model to innovative solutions like Parasail’s staking pools. • The future of decentralized ecosystems and the importance of collaboration.
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Dec 12, 2024 • 48min

The Future of AI: Decentralized GPUs explained | Gaurav Sharma: io.net (#34)

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Gaurav Sharma, CTO of io.net, about the cutting-edge world of decentralized AI development. Gaurav shares how io.net is transforming the AI ecosystem by providing cost-effective, decentralized GPU access, enabling model building, and launching innovative products like IO Intelligence. He explains how the platform is creating a scalable, efficient, and incentivized environment for AI builders worldwide, driving innovation and addressing key challenges in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 51min

Cloudless Decentralized computing platform | Evgeny Ponomarev: Fluence (#33)

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Evgeny Ponomarev, co-founder of Fluence, to explore their groundbreaking cloudless, decentralized computing solution. Key topics discussed: • Fluence’s mission to disrupt traditional cloud services through a decentralized, DePIN-based approach. • How open protocols enable a flexible and neutral alternative to centralized cloud providers. • Scaling a decentralized network by aggregating computing power from diverse global providers. • Addressing the pitfalls of traditional cloud computing, such as high costs and vendor lock-in. • Fluence's future goals for an open, transparent, and community-led cloud infrastructure fostering global innovation. And more! DePINed Podcast Website: https://depined.xyz/ DePINed Podcast on X: https://x.com/depinday DePINed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/depined-podcast/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Evgeny Ponomarev, Fluence Evgeny Ponomarev X: https://x.com/eponomarev Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website:https://fluence.network --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Tom Trowbridge, Fluence Tom Trowbridge X: https://x.com/TheTomTrow Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website: https://fluence.network Disclaimer: The commentary in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice!
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Nov 28, 2024 • 43min

Robin Wingardh: WingBits – A Blockchain-Powered Decentralized Aviation Network (#32)

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Robin Wingardh, co-founder of WingBits, about their innovative decentralized flight tracking network. Key points covered: • Introduction of WingBits' decentralized network using the DePIN model for global flight tracking; • The role of ADS-B data in building a superior and reliable data infrastructure; • Development of secure and scalable network hardware leveraging both custom and community sourced equipment; • Overcoming challenges to establish a decentralized telecom system in the aviation industry.; • WingBits' future vision for transparent, community-owned mobile connectivity in aviation data. And more! DePINed Podcast Website: https://depined.xyz/ DePINed Podcast on X: https://x.com/depinday DePINed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/depined-podcast/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Robin Wingardh, Wingbits Robin Wingardh X: https://x.com/RobinWingbits Wingbits X: https://x.com/wingbits Wingbits Website: https://wingbits.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Tom Trowbridge, Fluence Tom Trowbridge X: https://x.com/TheTomTrow Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website: https://fluence.network Disclaimer: The commentary in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice!

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