Revenue Search: Inside Bittensor

The hosts dive into a candid update on TAO and then chat with Akshat about Dippy's AI-friend app, boasting 8.6M users. Dippy is rolling out a tap-to-video feature and pivoting towards an image inference studio with plans to handle 100% of media through a self-serve API. The partnership with Bittensor enables advanced text processing, while a vision for interactive generative worlds hints at future gaming possibilities. Akshat also shares insights on moderation, user demographics, and the company's strategy for retention and revenue.

Max Sebty, the founder of Score, dives into the innovative world of computer vision beyond sports. He details a new incentive mechanism using VLMs to enhance performance metrics through twin-track competitions. The conversation touches on Score's evolution, featuring insights from cricket strategist Nathan Leamon on integrating AI into sports analytics. Max reveals Score's expansion into various fields like retail and car washes, and the exciting launch of 'Vision GPT' for automated video analysis. Notably, he shares Score's first recurring five-figure invoice, highlighting real commercial success.

In this chat, Greg 'Rizzo' reveals his role as an experienced BitTensor validator and subnet founder. He discusses an exciting partnership with Talisman to create an AI-powered smart wallet, allowing miners to gather sentiment signals and users to set automated trading triggers. Rizzo also introduces a community-driven Digital Asset Treasury aimed at providing liquidity solutions and easing sell pressure, while leveraging the expertise of a recruited advisory group dubbed the 'BitTensor Avengers' for strategic guidance.

Gavin, the founder of LeadPoet, shares insights into his innovative Bittensor-powered platform that automates outbound sales through crowdsourced lead validation. He explains the unique alpha flywheel model, which enhances data quality and incentivizes miners with competitive rewards. Gavin discusses LeadPoet's early pricing strategies, plans for automated outreach, and the shift from selling leads to booking meetings. He emphasizes the importance of anti-gaming measures and highlights the roadmap towards integrating CRM systems for future miner rewards.

Ala (Shib Ala) and David Lowey, co-founders of Crucible Labs, dive into their mission to support BitTensor's decentralization. They discuss their innovative TAO-native wallet with an allocator, aimed at simplifying investment for users. The duo emphasizes the importance of rapid governance changes to sustain a healthy ecosystem while onboarding talent and capital without the usual hype. They also explore how the BitTensor framework can benefit non-AI companies, envisioning a future where breakout products drive mainstream adoption.

Discover a revolutionary AI-text detector that flags AI-generated content for educational integrity. The founder reveals how it accurately identifies AI-written passages, achieving impressive benchmarks. Key features include plagiarism checks and seamless LMS integrations, catering specifically to universities. The discussion dives into market potential, competitive landscape, and effective B2B strategies. Plus, insights on personalizing outreach to educational institutions and the risks of dual branding in the academic arena.

Captain Taonado, a key figure in the BitTensor community and operator of Subnet 113, shares insights on building a non-custodial privacy mixer. He explains how the Tornado-style mixing works, emphasizing user anonymity through fixed pools and secret withdrawals. Captain discusses incentives for miners who simulate user flows, plans for larger liquidity pools, and strategies for using shielded capital to generate yield. He also addresses societal perceptions of privacy tools, highlighting the importance of privacy-by-default and the evolving landscape of regulatory risks.

Tom Blaise, Co-founder and CEO of BitCast, dives into the innovative world of decentralized marketing. He discusses how BitCast connects brands to creators using AI-verified briefs and outcome-linked rewards, moving beyond traditional PPC methods. The platform tackles creator onboarding with a no-code solution, while Will highlights their influence metrics on X (Twitter) and targeted messaging strategies. Plus, they share exciting upcoming integrations with TikTok and plans to attract large Web2 budgets to revolutionize creator marketing!

Siam kicks off by revealing a commissioned Bittensor artwork (“Michealeagτao”) he’s gifting to Const, then he and Mark run a no-guest AMA. They cover near-term market timing (expecting the bigger move into late-2025), the risk to compute subnets if TAO fell sharply (miner exodus) versus a healthier ecosystem at higher TAO, and how funding really follows credible, revenue-led plans (examples: Targon, sundae_bar, Shak recycling ~$1.4M into growth). A big chunk focuses on the TAO halving: pools fill more slowly so volatility rises for thinner subnets; historically halvings are “nothing-burgers” day-of, with the impact compounding over time.They dig into alphanomics: buyback-and-burn is simple but building a digital asset (alpha) treasury that compounds—and can be borrowed against—is often stronger. Siam runs quick yield math (e.g., Apex’s high APY) to show how accumulating alpha can 4–12× holdings over a few years even before price moves. They expect more “captive demand” models (hold alpha for access), validators and front-ends to package subnet services, and ultimately a power-law leaderboard (S&P-style concentration). DSV’s approach: partner for the long term, avoid short-term rotation, prioritize force-multiplying subnets (e.g., Hippius storage, LeadPoet leads) and real revenue. They close with basics on DSV (min ~$50k; regulated) and promise more Revenue Search sessions.

Victor Teixeira, Chief Investment Officer at General TAO Ventures and former Contango Digital partner, dives into his journey as a full-stack operator in BitTensor. He reveals the innovative tokenomics behind Subnet 35, 'Cartha', emphasizing revenue-sharing strategies that align miners and traders. Victor discusses the challenges of post-DTAU valuations and the need for real earnings in ensuring subnet sustainability. He also highlights the importance of mainstream adoption and suggests high-profile guests to draw attention to the ecosystem.