DWeb Decoded

In this episode of DWeb Decoded, Aaron sits down with Dr. Steven Waterhouse, Founder & GP of Nazaré Ventures, for a wide-ranging conversation on the convergence of crypto and AI. Waterhouse argues that blockchain’s future lies not in retail speculation, but as foundational infrastructure powering AI—from decentralized GPUs to verifiable compute and stablecoin rails. Waterhouse also shares why he believes trustless coordination, token-gated datasets, and decentralized compute will play critical roles in the next phase of web infrastructure.

In Part 2 of our deep dive with GLIF Founder and CEO Jonathan Schwartz, we explore what it really takes to grow demand in decentralized infrastructure networks. Schwartz discusses why bootstrapping supply is easier than driving adoption, how the Filecoin ecosystem evolved through its “three chapters,” and why the future of decentralized storage lies in programmable, user-driven models. We also hear his thoughts on promising DePIN sectors beyond Filecoin, the recent GLIF token airdrop, and what’s next for the protocol in 2025.

Jonathan Schwartz, CEO of GLIF, joins DWeb Decoded to reflect on his years building in the Filecoin ecosystem—from early experiments with IPFS to launching key infrastructure like the Filecoin wallet, multisig tools, and GLIF. He shares how GLIF evolved from a custom dev studio to a core builder supporting storage providers and the broader decentralized web.

Cami Russo, founder of The Defiant, returns to DWeb Decoded to share how her crypto-native media platform is integrating decentralized technologies—starting with archiving its content on Filecoin. She dives into the evolution of The Defiant, the importance of permanence for journalism, and her vision for wallet-based personalization and microtransactions in Web3 media.

Porter Stowell, former Head of Community at Filecoin Foundation and now CEO of W3.io, joins host Aaron Stanley to share his vision for turning decentralized technologies into real-world, enterprise-grade solutions. From verifiable agents to automated AI workflows, Stowell breaks down what’s missing in Web3—and how W3.io is addressing the gap.

In this episode of DWeb Decoded, host Aaron Stanley talks with Zach Guzman, founder of Coinage Media — a crypto-based community-owned media platform. From his time at CNBC and Yahoo Finance to launching Coinage, Zach shares how he's building a sustainable media model using NFTs and DAOs, and why the current media landscape is broken.

In this episode of DWeb Decoded, Aaron Stanley is joined by Pete Pachal, founder of Media Copilot, to explore how AI is reshaping the media landscape. From newsroom workflows to decentralization, copyright, licensing, and business models, they dive into the promises and pitfalls of AI-driven journalism.

How can blockchain and decentralized systems transform scientific research? In this episode of DWeb Decoded, we sit down with Kristina Lucrezia Cornèr, Global Head of Strategy & Partnerships at Exponential Science and former Editor-in-Chief of Cointelegraph, to explore the role of Web3 in academia.

How can Web3 improve sustainability tracking? Alan Ransil, CEO of Devonian Systems and creator of Filecoin Green, joins DWeb Decoded to discuss verifiable carbon reporting, decentralized data, and the future of green blockchain initiatives.

Kristin Johnson, a Commissioner at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, dives into the intricate world of regulating emerging technologies. She emphasizes a learning-first approach to cybersecurity, AI, and blockchain, advocating for collaboration between regulators and innovators. Kristin shares insights on the need for effective dialogue to balance responsible oversight and innovation, highlighting the non-partisan nature of technological advancement. Tune in for a discussion on building an inclusive digital economy for all.