DWeb Decoded

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.

Sarah Thiam, Founder and CEO of FIL-B, shares insights into the evolving Filecoin ecosystem as a developer advocate. She highlights how Data DAOs empower communities to manage data collaboratively. Sarah discusses innovations in developer tools, including better onboarding and the E-Store project, which simplifies data storage. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of community engagement through hackathons and the Protocol Labs Dev Guild, showcasing opportunities for aspiring developers in the Web3 space.

In this episode of DWeb Decoded, we sit down with Arikia Millikan, founder of CRTL+X, to explore how blockchain technology is transforming content licensing, distribution, and monetization. From solving subscription fatigue with micropayments to enabling fair AI data licensing, CRTL+X is building the infrastructure for a more equitable media landscape.

How does Filecoin Plus drive real, valuable data onto the Filecoin network? Marta Piekarska-Geater, Executive Director of FIDL, joins DWeb Decoded to discuss Fil+, governance challenges, and the incentives shaping the future of decentralized storage.

Live from Davos during the World Economic Forum, Danny O’Brien, Senior Fellow & DWeb Strategy at Filecoin Foundation, joins FF CMO Rachel Horn to discuss AI’s trajectory, the need for verifiable and decentralized data, and how Filecoin is enabling the future of AI.

Jin Kang, Global Head of Legal at Hashed, joins DWeb Decoded from Davos 2025 to discuss Korea’s rapidly evolving Web3 landscape. From pioneering stablecoin regulations to launching the world’s first decentralized K-pop idol group, Korea is shaping the future of blockchain adoption.

Gaming is evolving, and blockchain is reshaping the way players interact with virtual worlds. In this episode of DWeb Decoded, Sebastien Borget, co-founder of The Sandbox, shares how blockchain has transformed gaming by enabling true digital ownership, decentralized economies, and new ways for players to monetize their time and creativity.