AthenaX Roundtable

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AthenaX Roundtable is a weekly podcast where founders, professors, and builders talk honestly about what’s happening in Web3 right now. We cover real topics like scaling, governance, security, AI, and what it actually takes to build things that last. It’s smart people thinking out loud about where this space is really going.

Episodes

  1. 11/10/2025

    AthenaX Roundtable: EP.3 Design That Moves Markets with Airfoil Studio’s Phil Hedayatnia

    Design is not just decoration. It is the cheapest growth channel a startup can buy. In this episode, we sit down with Phil, co-founder of Airfoil, a crypto-native design studio behind hundreds of launches across Solana and beyond. We unpack what actually moves the needle when most teams obsess over features and forget the story users need to hear first. What we dig into: Why most funnels die at the front door, and how a clear landing page can outperform months of UX tinkering Customer research that prevents wasted engineering, and how to test the why behind behavior, not just the what How to hire and keep elite designers, run global teams, and build a feedback culture that people trust Practical one-week sprints that create lift, and where founders should invest first for ROI AI in the creative stack, from idea prototyping to research superpowers, plus what gets disrupted next The honest founder stuff, dealing with bad-fit clients, burnout, pricing, and knowing when design is overkill ——— Powered by @nounsdao @polkadot ——— Timestamps: 00:00 Navigating Client Relationships and Team Dynamics 02:39 The Unique Approach of Airfoil in Crypto Design 04:48 Common Design Mistakes and User Understanding 06:34 The Journey from Product Manager to Agency Founder 10:21 Challenges of Scaling and Client Management 12:44 Building a Strong Agency Culture and Hiring Strategies 15:58 The Importance of Feedback and Communication 21:47 The Value of Design in the Crypto Space 25:49 Engaging with Early-Stage Founders 29:23 Design's Role in Investor Confidence 32:39 AI's Impact on Creative Workflows 37:22 Future Directions for Airfoil ——— Follow AthenaX on: X: https://bit.ly/3WRv6wv YouTube: https://bit.ly/4onVOt5 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4qpQFBT Instagram: https://bit.ly/4qEYiVsApple Podcast: https://bit.ly/43LoELl

    45 min

  2. 11/04/2025

    AthenaX Roundtable: EP.2 GROWING AI AGENTS WITHIN L2 TEAMS, METIS' TOM NGO

    Metis isn’t just an Ethereum L2 anymore. It wants to become the first AI-native blockchain economy. In this episode, we sit down with Tom, CEO of Metis, to talk about how the project is moving from a typical Ethereum Layer 2 toward an AI-native blockchain ecosystem and what it really means beyond buzzwords. Here’s what we unpack together: Why Metis says “we’re not just an L2” and how their AI pivot has actually been in the works for over 18 months What an AI-native blockchain looks like in real life, not just in theory Why verified data is the core of AI on-chain and how concepts like Lazbubu are making data something you can actually own and interact with How AI agents could make blockchain invisible for users What it takes to lead a team through a major shift while staying true to the original vision ——— Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Metis and Its Vision 03:55 Transitioning to AI: The New Frontier 06:56 Personal Journey into Blockchain and Metis 09:48 The Importance of Data in AI and Blockchain 13:00 Navigating Market Pressures and User Expectations 16:04 The Unified Experience of Andromeda and Hyperion 19:09 The Future of AI in Blockchain 22:12 LazBubu: Making Data Playable 24:47 Innovation and the Path Forward 27:56 Defining Success in the Blockchain Space ——— Resources Tom Ngo https://x.com/tomngodefi Rea https://x.com/reredameow Follow AthenaX on: X: https://bit.ly/3WRv6wv YouTube: https://bit.ly/4onVOt5 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4qpQFBT Instagram: https://bit.ly/4qEYiVsApple Podcast: https://bit.ly/43LoELl

    31 min

  3. 10/22/2025

    AthenaX Roundtable: EP.1 Exploring the Future of Work with AI and DAOs

    In this episode, Alex Murray discusses his research on the impact of emerging technologies, particularly AI and blockchain, on organizational structures and society. He explores the evolution of crowdfunding, the concept of psychological ownership, and the role of community engagement in Web3. The discussion also delves into the challenges of DAOs, the introduction of AI agents like Governoun for governance, and the importance of critical thinking in navigating the future of work and technology. Follow us on X! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alex Murray and His Research 02:01 The Evolution of Crowdfunding and Its Impact 05:03 Understanding Psychological Ownership in Crowdfunding 07:26 Community Engagement in Web3 and Psychological Ownership 08:50 The Paradox of Funding: High vs. Low Capital Raises 12:03 Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) Explained 14:27 Governance Challenges in DAOs 16:45 Introducing Governoun: An AI Agent for DAOs 19:27 The Role of AI in DAO Governance 21:04 Potential Benefits of Governoun for DAOs 24:17 The Future of Social Media and AI in DAOs 25:37 Trust and AI Agents in DAO Voting 30:45 The Future of AI and DAOs: Coexistence or Replacement? 40:34 Preparing for the Future: Critical Thinking and Engagement

    45 min
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AthenaX Roundtable is a weekly podcast where founders, professors, and builders talk honestly about what’s happening in Web3 right now. We cover real topics like scaling, governance, security, AI, and what it actually takes to build things that last. It’s smart people thinking out loud about where this space is really going.

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