DePINed podcast

Privacy is becoming a critical layer for Web3 infrastructure — especially as stablecoins, DeFi, and RWAs move on-chain and attract institutional adoption. But how can decentralized systems ensure both transparency and confidentiality?In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, Co-Founder & CEO of Fluence, sits down with Francis Otshudi, CTO of iExec, to explore how privacy-preserving infrastructure is evolving in Web3.Together, they discuss:- How iExec uses Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) to enable confidential computation on decentralized infrastructure- Why privacy is not just about security, but about ownership of digital assets and data- The shift from protocol-first thinking to productized platforms in DePIN and Web3- How confidential stablecoins, private DeFi strategies, and privacy-preserving KYC can unlock institutional adoption- Why iExec is focusing on Web3-native users first This episode dives into one of the biggest challenges for decentralized compute today — making privacy usable, scalable, and compatible with real-world use cases.🎧 Listen and watch the episode on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts and follow DePIN Space for more materials with founders building real-world decentralized infrastructure.

Bitcoin mining, energy efficiency and decentralized infrastructure are increasingly intersecting as new hardware models emerge.In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, Co-Founder of Fluence, sits down with Alex Busarov, Founder of Heatbit, a company building home heating devices that mine Bitcoin.The conversation explores how Heatbit turns a simple physical principle — electricity becoming heat — into a new consumer hardware category. Instead of treating heat as a waste product of computation, Heatbit uses it as a primary function, effectively transforming Bitcoin mining into a household appliance.In this episode, they discuss:- How Heatbit turns a space heater into a Bitcoin mining device- Why compute always produces heat and how that changes energy economics- The idea of distributed “home data centers” instead of centralized mining farms- Why energy costs are becoming the dominant factor in Bitcoin mining- Heatbit’s vision for making Bitcoin mining accessible to everyday users again🎧 Listen and watch the episode on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts — and follow DePIN Space for more materials with founders building real-world decentralized infrastructure.

GPU compute is becoming the core infrastructure layer of AI, but financing that infrastructure is still broken. Traditional lenders can’t efficiently underwrite small-to-mid GPU loans and the ABS market can’t move fast enough for hardware that depreciates in 3–5 years.In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, Co-Founder & CEO of Fluence, sits down with Conor Moore, сo-Founder of USD.ai, a lending protocol building asset-backed GPU loans and turning them into a yield-bearing on-chain token.- Why GPU lending barely exists in TradFi and why private credit doesn’t serve the “missing middle”- How on-chain rails make GPU credit “tradable day one,” bypassing slow securitization cycles- What USD.ai’s loan terms look like: ~3-year duration, 70–80% LTV, ~7–15% rates depending on offtake quality- Why non-recourse, asset-localized collateral (bankruptcy-remote SPVs + title) matters for compute operators🎧 Listen and watch the episode on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts — and follow DePIN Space for more materials with founders building real-world decentralized infrastructure.

2024–2025 became a breakout moment for decentralized sky monitoring.In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge (Co-Founder & CEO of Fluence) sits down with Franck Marchis (Co-Founder & CEO of Skymapper) to explore how a decentralized network of telescopes and all-sky cameras can monitor space and the atmosphere — satellites, debris, drones and unexplained phenomena — with data that’s verifiable and hard to fake.Franck breaks down how Skymapper is scaling a global observation layer by plugging into existing hardware and why incentives and coverage design matter as activity above our heads accelerates.In this episode, we cover:- Why Space Situational Awareness is becoming critical as satellite activity explodes- How SkyBridge connects existing telescopes into a coordinated DePIN network- Incentives (points → token) designed around coverage gaps, sky quality, and network usefulness- The next expansion: all-sky cameras + AI classification for drones, aircraft, re-entries, and anomalies- What trusted, multi-point observations could change for investigating UAPs and rare atmospheric events🎧 Listen and watch the episode on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts — and follow DePIN Space for more materials with founders building real-world decentralized infrastructure.

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, co-founder & CEO of Fluence, sits down with Marcus Hearne, founder & CEO of Ubitel.Marcus is building Ubitel — a DePIN-powered connectivity platform that uses Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) in mobile phones to create secure, anti-sybil infrastructure for global internet access.In this conversation, we explore how phone-level TEE can become a trust layer for DePIN networks, why consumer devices may be better suited for secure attestations than traditional server hardware and how Ubitel is approaching eSIM as a go-to-market strategy while building toward a broader decentralized infrastructure vision.Topics covered include:– Using phone TEE for anti-sybil security and real-world attestations– Why consumer devices can unlock new DePIN trust models– eSIM as an entry point to decentralized connectivity– Stablecoin payments, points systems, and token design considerations– Scaling DePIN networks through real usage, not speculation🎧 Listen and watch the episode on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts — and follow DePIN Space for more materials with founders building real-world decentralized infrastructure.

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Harry Dewhirst, Founder & CEO of 375AI, to explore how edge AI is turning the physical world into actionable intelligence.375AI is building a real-world data intelligence network that captures activity across highways, intersections, and urban environments — converting massive volumes of raw video into lightweight, privacy-preserving metadata at the edge. With millions of vehicles tracked daily and deployments across major U.S. markets, the network is designed to deliver real-time insights for logistics, finance, autonomous systems, and beyond.In the conversation, Harry shares:- how 375AI compresses terabytes of unstructured video into usable data using edge AI- why controlled deployments and premium locations are critical for data quality and monetization- how the network is already generating commercial demand shortly after TGE- the role of buy & burn tokenomics in aligning real-world revenue with long-term network value- why offline commerce intelligence could become as important as online analytics🎧 Tune in to learn how real-world data, edge AI, and DePIN are converging to unlock a new layer of intelligence — and why the physical world may be the next major analytics frontier.

2025 became a year of product depth and infrastructure maturityOver the past twelve months, Fluence moved from a narrow compute narrative to a fully-fledged CloudStack — production-ready CPUs, virtual servers, a rebuilt provider stack and a platform designed to serve real workloads at scaleTo close the year, Fluence co-founders Tom Trowbridge and Evgeny Ponomarev sat down to reflect on what was built, why certain decisions mattered, and how those foundations set the stage for what comes next.A natural part of that evolution is GPUs and AI. In 2025, Fluence expanded beyond CPU compute into GPU containers, VMs, and bare metal — opening the door to AI workloads and a market that continues to reshape global infrastructure. This episode unpacks how Fluence approaches GPU economics, capacity, and scale — and why compute is becoming one of the most valuable commodities of the next decade.Beyond the product itself, the conversation also touches on ecosystem building. Through DePIN Day and the DePINed Podcast, Fluence continues to invest in the DePIN community — creating a shared space where founders, builders, and operators can connect, learn and grow together. That ecosystem work feeds directly back into stronger products, better alignment, and a healthier market overall.

Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) promise a new internet. In this episode, Jason Brink, CEO and co-founder of Datagram, explains why most DePIN projects fail and what it actually takes to build one that works.Datagram is not another “node-for-tokens” network. It’s a production-grade decentralized infrastructure already serving hundreds of real B2B customers, handling voice, video, connectivity, and soon AI inference — at a fraction of the cost of centralized providers.What we cover in this episode:- How Datagram operates as a decentralized alternative to AWS for connectivity, video, and infrastructure- Why transparency in uptime, usage, and token distribution is critical for long-term sustainability- Datagram’s 100% buy-and-burn token model and how revenue directly supports node operators- Real traction: 400+ B2B customers, government and academic use cases, and live production traffic- The future roadmap: VPNs, decentralized AI inference, hosting, and full decentralized cloud services💡 This episode is a deep dive into real decentralization, real revenue, and real infrastructure. 🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

Small, specialized AI models are catching up to and in many cases outperforming — frontier LLMs. Fortytwo is building a decentralized compute network where thousands of lightweight models collaborate, rank each other’s outputs, and produce reasoning-quality results that rival the biggest models in the world. This is swarm Inference powered by DePIN.In this episode, Tom Trowbridge (Co-Founder of Fluence) talks with Ivan Nikitin, Co-Founder of Fortytwo — a decentralized AI network that recently surpassed GPT-5–class models on coding, math and hard-science benchmarks.🚀 This episode breaks down why the era of mega-models is slowing, how swarm architectures overcome hallucinations, and why decentralized compute may be the future of AI infrastructure:- Why small specialized models now outperform frontier LLMs on domain tasks- How Fortytwo’s “swarm ranking” filters out hallucinations and boosts accuracy- The limitations of giant models: diminishing returns & rising compute costs- Decentralized compute: consumer hardware as a global AI network- The Fortytwo reward system: reputation, incentives & proof-of-InferenceIf you want to understand why decentralized compute is challenging the frontier-model paradigm — and how swarm Inference could redefine the future of AI — listen now! 🎧

Explore how decentralized energy is transforming the power grid — rooftop solar, home batteries, virtual power plants, and on-chain financing. This is the new DePIN-powered energy economy.In this episode, Tom Trowbridge (co-founder of Fluence) talks with Jason Badeaux, co-founder of Daylight Energy — one of the fastest-growing decentralized energy networks in the world.Daylight recently announced a $75M funding round, combining venture capital with project finance to deploy thousands of solar-plus-storage systems across the U.S. This episode breaks down why electricity demand is exploding, how decentralized energy solves the bottleneck, and why the future grid will be built at the edge — home by home, community by community.What we cover in this episode:- Solar + battery systems becoming the new distributed power plants- The energy crunch: AI, EVs, industry and the surge in electricity demand- Virtual Power Plants as a scalable alternative to traditional utilities- Energy subscriptions: zero-upfront solar & storage for homeowners- DePIN incentives creating community-driven grid expansion- On-chain financing and real-world yields through Daylight’s GRID token- The roadmap to 1M decentralized energy homes and gigawatt-scale impactIf you want to understand how DePIN intersects with energy, why virtual power plants are the future, and how decentralized finance will fund the next wave of power infrastructure — listen now! 🎧

Explore how Carrier One is redefining global connectivity through DePIN and bringing telecom into Web3.In this episode, Tom Trowbridge interviews Samer Bishay (CEO & co-founder of Karrier One) — a decentralized telecom network enabling global roaming, local coverage, and Web3-native identity for millions of mobile users.Carrier One merges 25+ years of telco expertise with DePIN economics to solve one of the world’s biggest challenges:💡 1/3 of humanity still has no reliable internet access, and over 2 billion people remain unbankedThis conversation dives deep into: - Why telecom is one of the most powerful real-world use cases for DePIN- The difference between Web3-first and Telco-first DePIN projects- How Carrier One enables global roaming using local hardware (WiFi, CBRS, macro nodes)- The economics behind a B2B DePIN model (AT&T partnership, real revenue)- Trustless settlement: why blockchain solves telecom’s biggest pain point- Tokenized connectivity: consumption, burn mechanics, incentives- Hardware deployment: how communities can earn from coverage- The long-term mission: connect the unconnected + bank the unbanked- What makes adoption so hard — and how Carrier Number solves onboarding- The 1M → 10M Web3-enabled phone vision- Global expansion beyond North America🎙️ If you want to understand the future of decentralized telecom, roaming without borders, and why DePIN is the biggest opportunity Telco has seen in decades — this episode is essential.

Explore how Grass became one of the most important data engines powering today’s AI models!In this episode, Tom Trowbridge (co-founder & CEO of Fluence) interviews Andrej Radonjic, Founder & CEO of Winged Labs — the team behind the Grass Network, a DePIN system with 8M+ residential devices contributing bandwidth and enabling petabytes of real-world web data for the world’s leading AI labs.This conversation dives deep into:- How Grass built the largest AI-focused DePIN network in the world- Why AI companies need massive, multimodal datasets (especially video)- How Grass handles hundreds of petabytes of data and pushes 4 PB/day at peak- The hidden world of residential proxy networks — and why Grass chose the ethical path- Why blockchain and tokenized network ownership are essential for scaling- Forced verticalization: building their own storage, servers, GPUs, and infra- The future of AI: Live Context Retrieval and real-time access to the entire public web- Token holders, incentives, and the economics behind a global data network🎙️ Grass is enabling AI models to see the real world in real time. If you want to understand the data layer behind the next generation of AI, this episode is essential.

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Luis Oscar Ramirez, Founder of Mawari, the Immersive Compute Network powering the future of XR and AI.Mawari started as a Web2 company trying to solve the hard problem of streaming 3D content for AR/VR — and found DePIN as the only viable way to scale.Today, they’re running over 5,000 GPUs across APAC, powering real-time edge rendering, AI inference, and even virtual YouTubers — with a modular 4-node architecture and a mission to make immersive content truly global.Topics covered:– Why AR/VR needs real-time compute at the edge– How Mawari evolved from XR studio to DePIN infra– The use case explosion: from AI agents to K-pop avatars– DePIN in Asia: Japan, Korea, and the coming wave– Their upcoming Guardian Node launch & token modelA rare inside look at an Asia-first DePIN project solving real infrastructure challenges today.🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge talks to Mike Zajko, co-founder of Lattice, one of the most active DePIN-focused venture firms. Mike shares what VCs really look for in early-stage crypto projects, how the DePIN category has evolved, and why real-world traction and revenue are more critical than ever.👀 We cover:- Lattice’s origin story- What makes a DePIN project fundable (and what doesn’t)- Common mistakes early founders make- Tokenomics, airdrops & why points changed the game- The future of institutional adoption in DePIN- Why “build it and they will come” is no longer enough🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

What if your TV could talk back?In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, we dive into the future of interactive media with Mateusz Poreda, co-founder of Rumi — a decentralized protocol turning passive video into AI-powered, personalized experiences.Real-time content indexing, contextual ads and second-screen engagement, Rumi is building a gateway between streaming, gaming, and generative AI. Don’t miss this conversation on why TV is becoming a two-way experience and how DePIN makes it possible.We cover:• What Rumi is and how it works• How node operators contribute to media indexing• The rise of AI remotes and second-screen agents• Token incentives, airdrops & monetization• Why contextual media is the future of advertising💡 Whether you’re a developer, builder, or DePIN enthusiast — this episode dives deep into🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

What if anyone, anywhere could contribute to the next generation of AI and get paid for it?In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, we talk to Max Li, founder and CEO of OORT — a decentralized data collection network with over 350,000 contributors across 100+ countries and 100,000+ active nodes. OORT is building the global infrastructure for verifiable, crowd-sourced AI data — from speech to video to edge cases.We cover:Why synthetic data isn’t enough for next-gen AIHow OORT rewards real-world contributors and node operatorsTokenomics, staking & the upcoming “TikTok for AI data”Why Africa and LATAM are the next big data economiesLessons from scaling one of the largest AI data DePINsDon’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem 🎙️

💡 Can blockchain help power the future? In this episode of DePINed Podcast, we sit down with Jemma Green, Executive Chairman and co-founder of PowerLedger to explore how decentralized infrastructure is reshaping the $2 trillion global energy industry.Jemma shares Powerledger’s journey — from launching Australia’s first ICO to building a cross-chain energy ecosystem on Solana and Ethereum. With 100+ deployments in 15 countries, Powerledger tracks, tokenizes, and automates clean energy transactions — from peer-to-peer solar trading to renewable energy certificates (RECs) and dynamic grid pricing.We cover:- How energy markets are being disrupted by AI, renewables & regulation- Why battery storage is the new local power plant- How Powerledger’s token (POWR) is evolving with new DePIN use cases- Community-owned energy, on-chain SLAs & economic incentives- What “true two-sided markets” for energy could look like- Why DePIN is the next breakout category in crypto🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

With over 100 live games and millions of players, Beamable offers a full backend-as-a-service for game developers — now expanding into DePIN to cut infrastructure costs and reduce centralization risks 🎮 In this episode of DePINed, we speak with Jon Radoff, CEO and co-founder of Beamable — a platform that’s reshaping game development through decentralized infrastructure.We cover:- The economics of game backend infrastructure- Why DePIN is a game-changer for indie and AAA studios- How Beamable’s upcoming tokenized network works- Checker nodes, worker nodes & staking- The future of game publishing powered by DePIN- Beamable’s vision for a community-owned cloud for games💡 Whether you’re a developer, builder, or DePIN enthusiast — this episode dives deep into the intersection of gaming and decentralized infrastructure.🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

The demand for faster, cheaper content delivery is exploding — can decentralized CDN scale to meet it? 🌐In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge talks to Phil Mataras, founder & CEO of ⁠AR.IO⁠ — the first permanent cloud network built on Arweave.We explore how ⁠AR.IO⁠ is creating seamless, reliable access to permanent data and applications by adding essential services to the Arweave ecosystem: gateways, indexing, decentralized naming and hosting infrastructure.Topics we cover:– Why ⁠AR.IO⁠ built a decentralized layer of access and services on top of Arweave– The architecture behind gateway nodes, from Raspberry Pi to enterprise scale– Tokenomics and staking incentives for running a gateway– Use cases: censorship-resistant journalism, NFTs, social apps, and more– The vision for scaling to hundreds of terabytes and millions of permanent identities🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the DePIN ecosystem

In this episode of the #DePINed Podcast, we’re joined by Cathy Zhu, COO of ARO Network — a decentralized content delivery network (CDN) designed to transform how bandwidth is shared, monetized and scaled globally.ARO empowers everyday users to contribute unused bandwidth through simple software or low-cost edge devices, while businesses benefit from reduced latency and dramatically lower costs.🎙️ In this episode:– What makes decentralized CDN cheaper and more efficient– How ARO aggregates idle bandwidth via hardware and software– The economics of rewarding contributors with 90% buy-and-burn– Why ARO focuses on real revenue before token launch– How partnerships in Southeast Asia power ARO’s growth– Building a DePIN from Web2 infrastructure with Web3 distributionDon’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge talks to Naman Kabra, co-founder & CEO of NodeOps — a rapidly growing DePIN platform offering a full-stack suite for decentralized compute orchestration.From one-click node deployment to a fully operational cloud, security hub, and staking tools — NodeOps is redefining how developers, node operators, and compute providers interact.🎙️ In this conversation:- How NodeOps scaled from $0 to 7-figure revenue in under a year- The economics of third-party node provisioning- Dynamic mint-and-burn tokenomics explained- The roadmap to permissionless compute and verifiable infrastructure- Building revenue-first in Web3 — without touching treasury🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge talks to Diego Di Tommaso, co-founder of Over, a leading project building decentralized 3D maps for ARWe explore how Over evolved from a metaverse platform to a large-scale visual positioning system and why real-world mapping is the missing link for immersive AR experiencesTopics we cover:- How Over mapped 128,000+ locations with centimeter-level precision- Why 3D maps are essential for anchoring AR to physical space- The tokenomics behind mapping incentives and land ownership- New revenue streams from enterprise use cases and spatial AI- Collaboration across DePIN: partnering with networks like Hivemapper and NATIX- What smart glasses mean for the future of Web3 AR🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Sam Williams, co-founder & CEO of Arweave, to unpack the economics, technology, and vision behind decentralized permanent storage and compute.Discover:- How Arweave achieves near-perpetual storage using an endowment model that beats AWS costs over time- The tokenomics that underpin Arweave’s long-term sustainability and value capture- Why Arweave’s system is inherently trustless, ensuring data integrity without centralized control- How Arweave’s unique model incentivizes miners to keep costs low while locking up tokens in long-term endowments- The relationship between Arweave and AO, its decentralized compute platform, and why AI workloads are driving massive growth- How Arweave competes with traditional cloud providers by delivering a more resilient and cost-effective solution🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the #DePINedPodcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Colby Winegar, CEO of Storj, a decentralized cloud storage protocol with nearly a decade of evolution behind it.We cover how Storj is bridging the gap between traditional cloud performance and decentralized architecture — through measurable value for real customers across AI, media, healthcare and academia🧠 In this episode:– How Storj achieves up to 80% lower storage and egress costs than AWS– Why some customers report Storj is 2–3x faster than Amazon for global data access– The economics behind fixed-price storage across 20,000+ decentralized nodes– How the protocol handles operator payments in token, with a roadmap toward market-driven token demand– Challenges in go-to-market, vertical focus, and customer education in the DePIN spaceListen now for an in-depth look at the real-world mechanics, tradeoffs, and opportunities behind decentralized storage at scale🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

🎙️ In this episode of the DePINedPodcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Arthur Sabintsev, CEO of POKT, one of the earliest DePIN projects and a cornerstone of decentralized infrastructure since 2019.What started as a decentralized gateway to blockchain data has now expanded far beyond crypto: Pocket is evolving into a generalized data transport layer.Watch to learn:- How Pocket provides decentralized, censorship-resistant access to 60+ blockchains and open networks- What it takes to run high-performance infrastructure in a DePIN protocol- Why most Pocket nodes are now hosted in professional data centers- The role of RPC gateways and sovereign access providers in Pocket’s new architecture- How Grove (the team behind Pocket) thinks about pricing, competition, and revenueThis episode dives deep into the architecture, economics, and strategy behind one of the longest-running DePIN protocols — and why the future of infrastructure might belong to agents, not users.🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Juan Benet, inventor of IPFS and founder of Protocol Labs, to explore how Filecoin is evolving far beyond storage — into subnets, stablecoins, capital markets and real-world adoption.📍 This special episode was recorded live at DePIN Day Dubai — a global conference series dedicated to exploring the rise of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks🌍 Want to join us in the next city? Check out https://depinday.xyz/ for upcoming locationsWe explore:- The productization of decentralized storage and the rise of L2s on Filecoin- Why Filecoin’s tokenomics unlock long-term cost advantages- How subnet architecture enables scalability and localization- The launch of a Filecoin-backed stablecoin- Why emerging markets are key to DePIN growth- Tactical advice for DePIN founders building through a bear market🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the #DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Stefaan Vervaet, founder of Akave, to explore how decentralized storage is finally enterprise-ready.Born out of Protocol Labs, Akave combines S3 compatibility, high durability, and on-chain verifiability — offering a real alternative to AWS, Glacier, and traditional storage models. Stefaan shares insights from his $355M+ startup exits and dives deep into why data egress costs are the next big pain point, how AI workloads are driving demand, and how Akave plans to scale toward $100M+ ARR with real enterprise contracts.🧠 In this episode, we cover:- Why enterprises are fed up with egress fees- How Agave integrates with Filecoin, Snowflake and AI pipelines- The power of verifiable, decentralized hot storage- Akave’s unique subnet model and revenue-first approach- Token incentives, staking, slashing and enterprise-grade SLAs- Lessons from building $355M in storage startupsHot storage, snowflake integrations, DePIN-native token economics — this episode is packed with real-world traction, use cases, and strategy.🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

What If Your Old Phone Could Power the Next AI Model?In this episode of the DePINed podcast, host Tom Trowbridge speaks with Alessandro De Carli, co-founder of Acurast — a decentralized confidential compute network built entirely on mobile devices. Alessandro shares his journey from mobile security at Credit Suisse to launching Acurast, and explains why smartphones are underutilized powerhouses perfect for distributed computation. They dive into topics like trusted execution environments (TEEs), real-world DePIN use cases, token economics and why mobile-first infrastructure could rival hyperscalers like AWS.In this episode, we cover:- Why mobile phones are the future of decentralized compute- How Acurast transforms smartphones into secure compute nodes- Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) explained- The role of token economics in scaling decentralized infrastructure- Why hyperscalers like AWS should pay attention to mobile-first networksWhether you’re into Web3, edge computing or the future of AI infrastructure — this episode is not to be missed 🚀🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

Is DePIN the key to scaling real-time 3D mapping for AI & AVs?In this episode of The DePINed Podcast, we sit down with Guang Ling, founder of Rovr Network, to explore how crowdsourced 3D data and LiDAR-powered devices could unlock a new layer of spatial intelligence for the real world🧠 The project uses both smartphone-based setups and professional-grade LiDAR rigs — with ambitious plans to collect 100M+ kilometers of street-level data and offer weekly refresh rates at a fraction of the cost of traditional HD maps.In this episode, we cover:- Why HD maps are critical for autonomous driving & AI- Rovr’s dual-hardware strategy (TX & LC devices)- Cutting map costs by 80% with better refresh rates- Token economics, point system, and plans for TGE- Real market insights from a LIDAR and telecom expert- Building toward millions in revenue and Tier 1 clients- The future of spatial AI and 3D training datasetsWhether you’re into DePIN, AI or geospatial tech, this episode is a must-listen 🚀Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution! Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

Can decentralized storage compete with enterprise-grade SLAs? 🧠 In this episode of The DePINed Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Dunlop, co-founder of Jackal Protocol, to explore what it takes to build a decentralized storage network that’s fast, secure, and enterprise-readyWhile most DePINs race for cheaper infrastructure, Jackal is doing something different: delivering cyber-resilient, hot storage with on-chain SLAs. Designed for both individuals and enterprises, Jackal provides encrypted storage with auto-healing, multi-node redundancy, and privacy baked into the protocol🌐 With over 1,000 users and growing, Patrick shares how Jackal is moving beyond speculation and toward real yield by targeting B2B use cases, onboarding clients through enterprise sales, and offering competitive storage solutions that can rival centralized giantsIn this episode, we cover:- The mechanics behind Jackal’s auto-healing and SLA guarantees- Why decentralized storage must evolve beyond the Web3 dev niche- What sets Jackal apart from Filecoin, Arweave, and others- The shift from inflationary tokenomics to real demand-driven yield- How Jackal plans to scale toward $100M+ revenue- Where decentralization and cybersecurity meet in storage- Patrick’s journey from digital forensics to building mission-critical infrastructure🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution! Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

What if the first DePIN was launched years before the term even existed? ⏰In this episode, we sit down with Markus Levin, co-founder of XYO, the original DePIN protocol powering real-world data validation through a global network of 8M+ devices and earning over $10M in revenue.From cryptographic location proofs to on-demand data requests, XYO has been quietly building one of the most active decentralized infrastructure networks in the world.We discuss:- How XYO scales data validation with mobile devices- Why apps are essential for onboarding non-crypto users- XYO’s crowdsourced model and token incentives- The real economics behind $10M+ in protocol revenue- Insights on token buy & burn mechanics- Why XYO is still a unique player in the DePIN space- Future use cases in AI, underserved regions, and beyondA must-listen for anyone curious about the real-world adoption of DePIN, and what it takes to build through multiple market cycles.🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

Real Revenue, Real Devices, Real DePINIn this episode, we sit down with Konstantin Tkachuk, CEO and co-founder of Titan Network, a decentralized infrastructure protocol building edge-native web services using idle bandwidth, storage, and compute from over 550,000 devices worldwide🟢 Titan is already powering real-world use cases — including CDN services for TikTok — and taking a customer-first approach that challenges the norms of crypto-native infrastructureWe cover:- Titan’s shift from resource-first to demand-first growth- How the network rewards contributors dynamically- Real usage in 140+ countries with $1M+ in protocol revenue- Titan’s edge CDN architecture and testnet rollout- The road to mainnet and upcoming token launchA must-listen for anyone interested in the future of decentralized cloud services and how DePIN protocols are winning with real-world adoption🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolutionSubscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

Can decentralized machine learning unlock the next frontier of AI infrastructure? 🤖In this episode, we sit down with Ben Fielding and Harry Grieve, co-founders of Gensyn, the decentralized protocol for machine intelligence. The protocol allows any ML-capable hardware — eg GPUs, CPUs, ASICs — to peer together and contribute to the trustless training and deployment of hyperscale AI systems, all without relying on cloud providers🔥 What’s inside?- Why machine learning operations (not GPUs) are the true unit of value- How Gensyn enables scalable, verifiable compute across global hardware- The role of trust, consensus, and open source in AI’s future- Token economics, demand-side revenue, and the end of supply-first DePINs- How Gensyn will create a truly competitive market for AI infrastructure — and compete with OpenAI🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolutionSubscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

Is Decentralized Communication the Future? 👀We’re kicking off a new season of #DePINedPodcast and and our guest today is Ayush Ranjan, CEO of Huddle01 — a decentralized real-time communication network redefining how we connect onlineThis episode was recorded at the heart of the industry’s event — DePIN Day Denver 2025Ayush shares how decentralized infrastructure can replace traditional cloud-based communications and why Huddle01’s DePIN model & 100% buy & burn tokenomics could be a game-changer for the industry💡 What’s in this episode?- How does Huddle01 outperform Zoom & Google Meet?- Why is decentralized infrastructure the future of communications?- How does the Huddle01 DePIN model work, and what’s next- The role of tokenomics and the impact of 100% buy & burn

The world runs on location data, but what if GPS was 100x more precise? 🎙️ We’re kicking off a new season of #DePINedPodcast and what better way to start than with Mike Horton, CEO of GEODNETThis episode was recorded at the heart of the industry’s event — DePIN Day Denver 2025! Mike shares how GEODNET’s decentralized network is revolutionizing real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning, delivering centimeter-level GPS accuracy for drones, robotics, agriculture, and beyond 🗺️What you’ll learn:- How GEODNET surpassed centralized competitors in scale and coverage- The impact of crypto incentives & DePIN economics on network growth- How RTK technology is enabling new applications in robotics & automation- Why 2025 is the “revenue year” for DePIN projects and how GEODNET is leading the way- The power of buy & burn tokenomics in driving sustainable value

Is DePIN adoption too complicated? Not anymore 🤫In this episode of #DePINedPodcast, Tom speaks with Alexander Markin, CEO of AYDO, about how they are making DePIN more accessible. AYDO aggregates multiple DePIN projects, allowing users to manage them all in one place lowering hardware costs and making monetization easier than ever What’s in this episode?- The rise of DePIN aggregators and why they matter- How AYDO enables users to monetize unused hardware effortlessly- The challenge of finding sustainable tokenomics in DePIN- Why AI enterprises will compete for decentralized data streams- The future of DePIN adoption and real-world enterprise demand🎧 Tune in to explore how AYDO is transforming decentralized infrastructure into a mainstream, income-generating opportunity!

The Internet won’t be the same, it needs decentralized compute 🌍In this episode Tom sits down with Kabir Veitas, co-founder & CEO of NuNet, to explore why decentralized compute is the missing piece in the Web3 infrastructure stack. While we have decentralized payments and storage, most Web3 applications still rely on centralized cloud providers leaving them vulnerable to control and censorship.NuNet is building an open, global economy of decentralized computing, where anyone can contribute compute power and applications can access it seamlessly 🧠What’s inside this episode?- Why Web3 can’t rely on centralized cloud services- CPU vs GPU computing: how NuNet approaches resource allocation across both- Decentralized orchestration building an AI-driven compute marketplace- Real-world use cases: who needs decentralized compute the most?Can DePIN reshape cloud computing and challenge centralized giants? Tune in to find out!

Can earning crypto be as simple as clicking a button? 🚀In this episode, Domenic Carosa, co-founder of Hivello, shares how their DePIN aggregator is revolutionizing access to decentralized networks. Instead of navigating complex setups, users can now deploy multiple DePIN nodes effortlessly while AI-driven optimization maximizes their rewards💡 Main topics discussed:- How Hivello simplifies DePIN adoption for everyday users- AI-powered optimization: matching the best networks to your hardware- The economics of DePIN mining: staking, rewards & sustainability- The long-term vision: enterprise adoption and scaling DePIN globally🌍 Can DePIN challenge centralized platforms? Tune in to learn how Hivello is making it happen!

How can decentralized mapping challenge traditional navigation giants? 🗺️ In this episode, Brent, co-founder & CEO of MapMetrics, shares how crowdsourced data and DePIN innovation are reshaping the future of navigation, making real-time mapping more accurate, decentralized, and rewarding for users. 💡 Key topics covered: - The power of crowdsourced data in building decentralized maps - Monetizing data: How users earn rewards by contributing real-world insights - Overcoming fake data threats and ensuring network security - Why decentralized maps can be faster, cheaper, and more adaptable than Google Maps - The role of tokenomics in sustaining DePIN projects - How DePIN projects can break free from crypto market volatility and build real-world businesses 🌍 Can DePIN redefine digital mapping and challenge centralized platforms? Tune in to explore how MapMetrics is pioneering a new era of decentralized navigation, where data is the new gold and users own the map!

What does the future of machine perception and spatial computing look like? 👀 In this episode, Nils Pihl, the founder of Auki, shares their vision for decentralized infrastructure, exploring how real-time machine collaboration and innovative tokenomics are shaping smarter, connected systems. 💡 Key topics covered: - The role of tokenomics in aligning incentives and ensuring network sustainability - How gaming and behavioral psychology shaped approach to building DePIN projects - The burn credit mint mechanism powering Auki's decentralized ecosystem - Potential lies in spatial computing and its real-world applications - What drives the development of machine perception networks - Strategic steps for scaling a global decentralized network Curious about Web3, DePIN, or how blockchain and decentralization are driving the next wave of infrastructure innovation? 🛰️ Dive into this episode to uncover how Auki is shaping the future of spatial computing and decentralized machine perception networks!

How can a decentralized GPS network transform industries and solve real-world challenges? 🌍 In this episode, Daniel Ammann, founder of onocoy, shares a numbers-proven vision behind their decentralized network, explaining how innovative tokenomics, governance, and scalability are reshaping the future of location-based services. 💡 Key topics covered: - The differences between centralized and decentralized GPS systems - How onocoy’s tokenomics slashes costs and ensures network reliability - The role of redundancy and scalability in building a 100,000-station network - Why DePIN projects need a real demand side to succeed - Governance strategies for protecting decentralization while inviting collaboration Curious about Web3, DePIN, or how blockchain and decentralization are driving the next wave of infrastructure innovation? 🛰️ Tune in to this episode to explore how onocoy is building the backbone of a more accurate, accessible, and decentralized future!

What if your private EV charger could power an entire community? 🔌 In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Ting Wang, the founder of PowerPod, to discuss how innovative blockchain solutions are reshaping the EV charging landscape From tackling the challenges of building dense city networks to leveraging tokenomics for user incentives, Ting shares the bold steps PowerPod is taking to create a sustainable and accessible future for electric vehicles 💡 Key topics covered: - Why small beginnings lead to massive change in EV charging - How blockchain and tokenomics drive user incentives and network growth - PowerPod’s first launches in Dubai, Macau, and Indonesia - The surprising role of slow chargers in the EV ecosystem Interested in Web3, decentralization, or the next wave of EV innovation? 🚗 Tune in to this episode to discover the approach shaping the future of electric mobility!

Charge.xyz is redefining the future of EV charging by building a decentralized, scalable, and accessible infrastructure to meet the growing demand for for sustainable transportation solutions worldwide In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge speaks with Dominic, co-founder and CEO of Charge.xyz, to explore how the company is transforming the electric vehicle charging market. From tackling infrastructure challenges to innovating with Web3 technology, this conversation dives deep into the future of EVs ⚡ 🛠 Let’s break it down: - Why 80% of the EV charging market remains untapped - HowCharge.xyz plans to build a global network of 100K private charging stations - Navigating regulatory hurdles and scaling in key markets like Europe, China and the US - How the team’s Web3 marketing experience is shaping a stronger DePIN product 🎙️ If you’re an EV enthusiast, a blockchain advocate, or curious about DePIN solutions, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of technology, sustainability, and decentralized networks. Don’t miss it!

How can noise data transform real estate, city planning, and hospitality? 🌍 In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Thomas Messerer, co-founder of Silencio, shares how their mobile app tackles noise pollution while rewarding users with tokens 💡 With over 400,000 users already improving urban soundscapes, Silencio is leading the way in transforming how we collect and use noise data to create smarter cities 🎧 What you’ll learn: - The hidden ways noise pollution affects your health, home, and city - How Silencio is building the world’s largest decentralized noise data network - Why blockchain and geo-data are transforming urban planning and decision-making - How noise data could revolutionize real estate, hospitality, and public policy Whether you’re passionate about smart cities, data-driven innovation, or simply curious about the future of decentralized solutions, this episode is a must-watch 🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution! Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Sylvan Zhang, founder of Parasail, about how staking is transforming decentralized physical infrastructure networks. Parasail provides innovative tools and frameworks that enable AI and DePIN projects to enhance service reliability, hold providers accountable, and involve token holders in securing the network. 📌 Key topics discussed • What is DePIN and why is it critical for decentralized infrastructure. • How staking secures networks and aligns communities. • The evolution from Filecoin’s model to innovative solutions like Parasail’s staking pools. • The future of decentralized ecosystems and the importance of collaboration.

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Gaurav Sharma, CTO of io.net, about the cutting-edge world of decentralized AI development. Gaurav shares how io.net is transforming the AI ecosystem by providing cost-effective, decentralized GPU access, enabling model building, and launching innovative products like IO Intelligence. He explains how the platform is creating a scalable, efficient, and incentivized environment for AI builders worldwide, driving innovation and addressing key challenges in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Evgeny Ponomarev, co-founder of Fluence, to explore their groundbreaking cloudless, decentralized computing solution. Key topics discussed: • Fluence’s mission to disrupt traditional cloud services through a decentralized, DePIN-based approach. • How open protocols enable a flexible and neutral alternative to centralized cloud providers. • Scaling a decentralized network by aggregating computing power from diverse global providers. • Addressing the pitfalls of traditional cloud computing, such as high costs and vendor lock-in. • Fluence's future goals for an open, transparent, and community-led cloud infrastructure fostering global innovation. And more! DePINed Podcast Website: https://depined.xyz/ DePINed Podcast on X: https://x.com/depinday DePINed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/depined-podcast/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Evgeny Ponomarev, Fluence Evgeny Ponomarev X: https://x.com/eponomarev Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website:https://fluence.network --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Tom Trowbridge, Fluence Tom Trowbridge X: https://x.com/TheTomTrow Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website: https://fluence.network Disclaimer: The commentary in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice!

In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Robin Wingardh, co-founder of WingBits, about their innovative decentralized flight tracking network. Key points covered: • Introduction of WingBits' decentralized network using the DePIN model for global flight tracking; • The role of ADS-B data in building a superior and reliable data infrastructure; • Development of secure and scalable network hardware leveraging both custom and community sourced equipment; • Overcoming challenges to establish a decentralized telecom system in the aviation industry.; • WingBits' future vision for transparent, community-owned mobile connectivity in aviation data. And more! DePINed Podcast Website: https://depined.xyz/ DePINed Podcast on X: https://x.com/depinday DePINed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/depined-podcast/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Robin Wingardh, Wingbits Robin Wingardh X: https://x.com/RobinWingbits Wingbits X: https://x.com/wingbits Wingbits Website: https://wingbits.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Tom Trowbridge, Fluence Tom Trowbridge X: https://x.com/TheTomTrow Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website: https://fluence.network Disclaimer: The commentary in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice!

In this DePINed Podcast episode, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Michail Angelov, CEO and co-founder of Roam Network, about their transformative approach to decentralized mobile connectivity. Key points covered: • How Roam Network gives users real control over their mobile connections through a community-powered app; • The innovative blend of IoT and blockchain that makes flexible, user-driven networks possible; • Roam’s mission to let people actually benefit from their own network data, sharing in the value it creates; • The biggest challenges and breakthroughs in building a decentralized telecom system; • Roam Network's vision for a future where mobile connectivity is transparent and owned by the community. And more! DePINed Podcast Website: https://depined.xyz/ DePINed Podcast on X: https://x.com/depinday DePINed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/depined-podcast/ ---------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Michail Angelov, Roam Michail Angelov X: https://x.com/AngelovMichail Roam X: https://x.com/roam_network Roam Website: https://www.roamnetwork.xyz --------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Tom Trowbridge, Fluence Tom Trowbridge X: https://x.com/TheTomTrow Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website: https://fluence.network Disclaimer: The commentary in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice!

In this DePINed Podcast episode, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Jesse Adams, co-founder of UpRock, about their innovative approach to decentralized AI data collection. Key points covered: • How UpRock’s crowdsourced AI data network leverages decentralized devices to gather real-time, local data; • The unique native applications that enable secure, passive data collection on mobile devices; • UpRock's mission to provide open, decentralized data to support more transparent AI models; • Insights into the challenges of censorship, privacy, and data accessibility in the AI landscape; • UpRock's vision for a more decentralized, fair data ecosystem. And more! DePINed Podcast Website: https://depined.xyz/ DePINed Podcast on X: https://x.com/depinday DePINed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/depined-podcast/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Guest: Jesse Adams, UpRock Jesse Adams X: https://x.com/jesseshappyhour UpRock X: https://x.com/UpRockCom UpRock Website: https://uprock.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Host: Tom Trowbridge, Fluence Tom Trowbridge X: https://x.com/TheTomTrow Fluence X: https://x.com/fluence_project Fluence website: https://fluence.network Disclaimer: The commentary in this podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice!