The Delphi Podcast

Casey Caruso, an engineer from Topology investing in frontier tech, William Wolf of Arch Capital focusing on crypto, and Jake Brukhman, CEO of CoinFund at the AI-Web3 junction, discuss the intersection of AI and cryptocurrency. They delve into the skepticism surrounding these technologies and the critical role of open-source models. The conversation highlights the future of decentralized AI, the importance of data ownership, and innovative approaches for enhancing AI capabilities while ensuring privacy and verifiability.

Greg Osuri, founder of Akash, and Mohamed Baioumy, co-founder of ExoLabs, dive into the future of decentralized AI. They discuss the importance of user-owned AI for privacy and data sovereignty, as well as innovative storage solutions that challenge Big Tech's dominance. The duo explores the need for breakthroughs in decentralized AI training and the evolving landscape of AI resource accessibility. Their conversation touches on economic implications, such as the impact of digital currencies on global economies, and the timeline for achieving Artificial General Intelligence.

In this engaging discussion, Travis Good, Dillon Rolnick, Johannes Hagemann, and Ben Fielding, leading experts in decentralized AI, explore the potential of open-source AI to challenge tech giants. They delve into the feasibility of decentralized training, the economic benefits of collaborative models, and the critical governance challenges faced by such systems. The conversation highlights how decentralization could disrupt existing power structures, enhance market competition, and revolutionize user interactions in a trustless economy.

Join analysts Nick Hotz from Tangent, Sami Kassab from OSS Capital, and Seth Bloomberg from Messari as they embark on a lively debate about BitTensor and its decentralized AI network. They delve into the transformative mission of BitTensor, discussing its innovative incentive structures and comparisons with traditional AI models. The panel tackles the complexities of data dynamics, TAU tokenomics, and challenges in incentivizing miners. They also share exciting projections for BitTensor's future, highlighting its potential for groundbreaking consumer applications.

Join Colin Gagich, co-founder of Inference Labs, Ryan McNutt from Sphere 1, and Travis Good of Ambient, as they dive into the crucial concept of verifiable inference. They discuss how decentralized solutions can combat AI's centralized control and explore real-world applications across sectors. The conversation highlights innovations like zero-knowledge proofs and trusted execution environments, emphasizing their role in enhancing security, transparency, and privacy in AI and blockchain integration. It's a critical look at the future of trustless technology.

In a compelling discussion, Erik Voorhees, the founder of Venice.ai, Satoshi Dice, and ShapeShift, delves into the vital topic of human freedom in the age of AI. He critiques centralized AI and champions decentralized alternatives, arguing they are essential for preserving individual rights. The conversation tackles the implications of AI on governance, privacy, and data protection. Voorhees warns of the dangers associated with suppressing open-source AI, emphasizing the need for personal responsibility in navigating technological advances.

In this episode, Michael and Proph3t discuss the innovative concept of MetaDAO, focusing on the efficiency of prediction markets and their role in decision-making. They explore the skepticism surrounding market efficacy, the novel governance model of futarchy, and the challenges of building a new platform in the crypto space. The discussion also highlights strategies for engaging users in prediction markets and the potential for future developments in decentralized governance. In this conversation, the speaker discusses the design of MetaDAO, focusing on creating user-friendly interfaces for both power users and casual participants. They explore the challenges of selecting effective metrics for futarchy, addressing the time value of money in proposals, and the potential for composability in prediction markets. The discussion also touches on the advantages of futarchy over traditional DAOs, the role of AI in decision-making, and the importance of minority protection within the governance model. The speaker emphasizes the need for growth and development in MetaDAO, aiming to enhance user experience and expand its application across various DAOs. Proph3t's Twitter: https://x.com/metaproph3t Chapters 00:00 Introduction to MetaDAO and Market Efficiency 06:12 Beliefs and Skepticism in Market Efficacy 12:56 Futarchy: A New Governance Model 19:43 Building MetaDAO: Challenges and Opportunities 26:55 Engaging Users in Prediction Markets 31:14 Designing for Diverse Users 34:08 Metrics for Futarchy 36:34 Addressing Time Value of Money in Proposals 39:53 Composability in Prediction Markets 42:19 Futarchy vs Traditional DAOs 46:42 Long-Term Strategic Decisions in Governance 52:24 AI and Futarchy: A New Frontier 56:48 Minority Protection in Futarchy 01:00:08 Future Growth and Development of MetaDAO Disclosures This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

In this episode of the Delphi podcast, co-host José Maria Macedo speaks with Kain Warwick, co-founder of Synthetix and Infinex. They discuss Kain's journey in the crypto space, the evolution of Synthetix, and the challenges faced by decentralized finance (DeFi). The conversation delves into user experience innovations, the competition in the DeFi space, and the importance of governance. Kane shares insights on the future of ICOs and the need for better governance models in the crypto ecosystem. Kain's Twitter: https://x.com/kaiynne Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kain Warrick and Synthetix 03:23 Kain's Journey in the Crypto Space 06:59 The Evolution of Synthetix and Yield Farming 10:07 Understanding User Needs in DeFi 12:36 Infinex: Bridging Centralized and Decentralized Experiences 15:12 Challenges of Centralized Exchanges 17:53 User Experience Innovations in Infinex 20:19 Cross-Chain Integration and Aggregation 23:07 Building a Stateful Application for DeFi 26:26 Competition in the DeFi Space 29:12 Long Tail Opportunities in DeFi 34:54 The ETH vs. Solana Debate 37:56 Governance in DeFi: Challenges and Innovations 47:23 The Future of ICOs and Token Distribution 55:43 Governance Models and Their Evolution Disclosures This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

In this conversation, Jason from Story Protocol discusses the innovative approach to intellectual property (IP) in the blockchain space. He explains how Story Protocol aims to create a decentralized ecosystem for IP licensing, allowing creators to monetize their work without the traditional barriers of legal complexities. The discussion covers the vision behind Story Protocol, the challenges of traditional IP models, and the potential for user-generated content in a composable world. Jason emphasizes the importance of building a protocol that fosters creativity and collaboration among creators while addressing the legal and distribution challenges in the current landscape. Jason's Twitter: https://twitter.com/jasonjzhao Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Story Protocol and Recent Developments 02:51 The Vision Behind Story Protocol 06:03 Transitioning from AI to Blockchain 09:16 Understanding IP and Its Composability 13:02 The Future of IP Licensing with Story 16:51 The Role of Creators in the New IP Landscape 20:45 Building a Decentralized IP Ecosystem 23:34 Challenges of Traditional IP Models 27:18 Distribution Challenges in the IP Space 30:11 Engagement with Traditional IP Holders 33:03 The Future of IP in a Composable World 37:44 User-Generated Content and Its Potential 40:31 Managing IP Rights and Disputes 46:12 Global IP Enforcement Challenges 50:29 The Role of Copyright in IP Protection 52:22 Closing Thoughts on Story Protocol Disclosures This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of NEAR Protocol and a pioneer in AI development, shares his journey from Ukraine to significant tech roles. He highlights the launch of the Crypto X AI Accelerator, emphasizing its role in blending AI with cryptocurrency. The discussion explores the evolution and societal implications of AI, contrasting user-owned models with corporate dominance. Illia also touches on the vital interplay between data quality and AI training, along with revolutionary funding ideas for AI through decentralized, token-based systems.