Kinode Office Hours

Henning Diedrich, visionary behind Lexon, redefines boundaries between natural language and code. Lexon democratizes programming with lexicon language for smart contracts. Creating a new programming language for smart contracts. AI-generated lexicon and its implications. Using AI to write contracts and legal documents. Smart contracts and blockchain technology. Using blockchain technology for gaming and game development. Using AI for game design and development. Blockchain technology for art and legal contracts. AI-assisted law enforcement and fairness. Potential impact of AI-powered Lexon on the future of blockchain.

Robert Kornacki, Chief Science Officer of dcSpark, unveils Shinkai, the AI Operating System that's redefining our digital lives. Topics discussed include: AI agents and off-chain technology in the crypto space, AI and blockchain technology, challenges of vector databases, using AI agents to augment cognitive abilities, ethical concerns surrounding AI, and the impact of AI on education and society.

Ryan Rossner, Director of Longevity Research at Mini Circle, discusses the history of longevity and genetics research, benefits of fasting, incredible results of Mini Circle's trials, regulation nuances, the experimental island of Roatán, genetic enhancement in sports, mechanics of gene therapy, and tips on living longer.

Chase Van Etten, founder and CEO of Vaporware, joins the hosts to discuss NFTs in software distribution, monetizing open-source software, and the future of software development. They explore the evolution of technology and its impact on business strategies, unlocking new technologies like CKs and zero knowledge proof technology, the role of NFTs in Urbit's software development process, and the value of virtual gaming items. They also discuss the development of the Tharsis game as a proof of concept for future software distribution.

Avi Zurlo, a top crypto research and investment firm builder, joins the show to talk about crypto twitter, Delphi Ventures, zero-knowledge computation, p2p systems, and investing insights. They also discuss scanning body parts, self-evaluating Jewishness, and the world computer to come.

Jurij Jukic, developer at Portal, discusses the evils of social media, data ownership, the power of peer-to-peer networks, and the challenges of developing on the Herbit system. They also explore the negative influence of social media on mental health and the condition of hyperacusis. Overall, they delve into the possibilities and obstacles of creating a more democratic and controlled online platform.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by entrepreneur, investor, and scientist Elaine Wang to discuss the transformation of Palau from a tiny island nation into an emerging crypto powerhouse. Together, she and the crew discuss her role as CEO and cofounder of Metropolis, as well as the multiple Web3 initiatives she has lunched in conjunction with the Palaun government, including: a digital residency program, a national stablecoin, and, soon, a tokenized asset platform for investment in Palau. All this plus the upcoming Palau Blockchain Summit, carbon credit seaweed farms, Japanese rock bands, and eating raw sea cucumbers. Don't miss it.Timestamps0:00—Intro1:39—Elaine 's Journey to Palaus9:24—Web3 Community and Digital Residency16:25—Palau Stablecoin24:29—Turtle X: Real-World Asset Tokenization for Palaun Investment30:54—Island Life35:21—The Palau Blockchain Summit42:24—The Future of Palau and Web3 ChallengesMentionsMetropolis (@metropolishub)Palau Blockchain Summit (Message us for a Discount Code)ConnectElaine Wang (@ElaineSees)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Jae Yang (~mister-todteg), the CEO of Tacen, a crypto exchange optimized for speed and decentralization. Together, the boys explore the importance of a decentralized financial system, the ever-developing Urbit ecosystem, and Jae's mission to bring tech talent to Wyoming, where he is hosting his annual unofficial Urbit conference: Reassembly. Come join us out on the digital frontier. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:49—Jae Yang: A Web3 History8:30—DeFi, Tacen, and How it Works23:18—How Jae Found Urbit and His Urbit Projects39:04—The Wyoming Tech Scene and Life on the Frontier48:13—Japan and its Regulatory Environment51:26—Reassembly: the Unofficial Urbit conference1:00:35—OutroMentionsTacenReassemblyConnectJae Yang (@jae_tacen)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by technologist, digital frontiersman, and famed Twitter troll Clusk to discuss Palestra, which may be forming the first Network State down in El Salvador. Together, our heroes dive into the pros and cons of life on the frontier, Palestra's first major summit on health and technology, and the long process of building a values-aligned community that transcends geographic boundaries. All this plus volcano sacrifices, raw milk, Dutch farmers, and more. Don't miss it. Timestamps0:00—Intro2:54—How Clusk left the Old World9:46—What makes El Salvador perfect for the Network Age frontier?13:55—Network States: merging physical with digital17:17—What is Palestra?27:19—Who is joining Palestra?32:55—What are Palestra’s values?41:15—The Palestra summit49:28—The future of Palestra and El Salvador59:04—How to build communities online and in person1:07:37—OutroMentionsPalestra (@palestrasociety)ConnectClusk (@twocitizenships)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.

On this extra special episode, the boys are joined by Dimitri, better known on Twitter as @BackTheBunny, to discuss how the U.S.'s attempt to regulate crypto resembles its failed wars against guerrillas in Vietnam and the Middle East. They also dive into Mr. Bunny's DeFi derivatives exchange, RabbitX, our various A.I. futures, and the long-term white-pill for crypto's future in America. All this plus exiting the U.S. hegemony, Ted Kaczynski's cabin, and much more.TIMESTAMPS0:00—Intro1:24—Back the Bunny: A Personal History11:04—SEC regulation as guerrilla warfare18:08—The fight for dollar dominance24:04—Regulation and crypto adoption in the next decade34:41—DEXs, decentralization and the average joe39:46—Exiting American hegemony51:25—Wherefore A.I.1:07:28—OutroMENTIONS and FURTHER READINGRabbit X"Atoms, Institutions, and Blockchains" by Josh StarkTwitter thread on episode themes from @BackTheBunnyCONNECTBack the Bunny (@BackTheBunny)~bichul-ritsen (@bichulR)~nilrun-mardux (@AlephDAO)~habsul-rignyr (@habsulrignyr)And, if you liked the episode, don't forget to give us a five star review. Say something nice and we'll even read it on the pod.