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Building in Public Podcast

The leading DePIN podcast. DePIN = Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Hosted by Connor Lovely and EV3 Ventures | Built by Proof of Coverage

  1. -3 J

    Daylight x Natix Partnership Announcement | Founder’s Clubhouse

    Follow Proof of Coverage: ⁠⁠https://x.com/coverageproved⁠⁠ Today we’re breaking DePIN news about a partnership between Daylight and Natix, with founders Jason Badeaux and Alireza Ghods joining the show to share the news. Jason explains how Daylight transforms homes and buildings into power plants, creating a clean and resilient energy system, while Alireza highlights Natix's AI-driven camera infrastructure, which supports autonomous driving and dynamic mapping. Together, they aim to integrate electric vehicles (EVs) into the energy grid, enabling users to share energy from their homes and cars. This episode showcases the innovative strides both companies are making in decentralized energy and mobility and the transformative potential of their collaboration. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:19 - Overview of Daylight's Mission 00:51 - Introduction to Natix and Its Vision 02:39 - Details of the Partnership Between Daylight and Natix 03:20 - How Daylight Integrates with Existing Energy Devices 05:02 - The Importance of Electric Vehicles in the Energy Market 06:05 - Call to Action for Listeners 07:20 - Closing Remarks Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    8 min

  2. -6 J

    Building a Better Airbnb with DTravel

    Connor and Sal sat down with Cynthia Huang, founder of DTravel, a peer-to-peer vacation rental platform that offers a low 3% fee structure compared to the 20-30% typically charged by traditional platforms. Cynthia explained DTravel’s three key products: DTravel Direct, for host-managed direct bookings; DTravel Search, a listing discovery platform; and the Night Protocol, a decentralized data layer standardizing rental data. She shared insights into her journey into Web3 and the value of tokenization in fostering community and engagement. The discussion also covered DTravel’s role in decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) and announced a $150 million TRVL token program to incentivize community growth. Follow Proof of Coverage: ⁠⁠https://x.com/coverageproved⁠⁠ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Overview of DTravel Ecosystem 03:03 - Cynthia's Founder Journey 08:22 - Connecting the Dots in Web3 10:59 - DePIN Ecosystem and Market Dynamics 15:18 - Tokenization and Community Focus 18:50 - Data Ownership and Migration 23:38 - Future Plans and Partnerships 24:44 - Building Through Market Cycles 27:47 - Community Growth Incentive Program Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    29 min

  3. 13 NOV.

    How DePIN Protects Your Internet Privacy Better Than VPNs with Anyone

    In today's episode, Mahesh sat down with Neuratic, COO of Anyone, to discuss internet privacy and how current solutions lag behind growing awareness. Neuratic explained "privacy washing," where companies claim to protect data while exploiting it for profit, with Google as an example. We explored how the Anyone Network tackles these issues through decentralization, fragmenting user data across relay operators for enhanced privacy, unlike traditional VPNs. The team also shared insights into their unique pseudonymous structure, their rebranding from ATOR after tensions with the Tor Project, and plans for the Anyone Router hardware. We wrapped up with thoughts on tokenomics, Bittensor, OpenAI, and the cultural impact of The Matrix, highlighting Anyone’s commitment to a safer online world. Follow Proof of Coverage: ⁠https://x.com/coverageproved⁠ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:30 - Sponsor Message 01:00 - Guest Introduction 01:40 - Importance of Privacy 05:30 - Privacy Washing 06:30 - Global Privacy Rights 07:30 - Founders' Qualifications 08:30 - Anonymity in the Team 09:30 - Anyone Network Overview 11:40 - Protocol and VPN Use 13:30 - Emerging Applications 15:30 - Relationship with Tor 18:30 - Rebranding to Anyone 20:30 - Community and Trust 22:30 - Token Utility 24:30 - Fair Launch Concept 26:30 - Hardware Introduction 36:00 - Lightning Round Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    39 min

  4. 12 NOV.

    Building the L1 for the Machine Economy with Peaq

    In this episode, Sal interviews Leonard from Peaq, a layer-1 blockchain aimed at revolutionizing global infrastructure through decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN). Leonard shares Peaq’s journey from a Berlin-based IoT consultancy in 2017 to a vast ecosystem with millions of onchain devices and $25 million in tokenized machines. They discuss Peaq’s appeal to DePIN builders, driven by its scalable architecture, enterprise connections, and a robust toolbox supporting machine IDs, data access, payments, rewards, and more. With over 50 projects on Peaq, Leonard envisions a community that emphasizes real-world applications over speculative projects, tackling trillion-dollar industries like energy, mobility, and robotics. Key timestamps cover topics such as Peaq’s DePIN toolbox, modular architecture, and an upcoming token launch. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:35 - Origins of Peaq 05:25 - Why DePIN Builders Choose Peaq 08:23 - Peaq’s DePIN Toolbox 10:40 - Modular vs Monolithic Architecture 12:50 - DePIN vs RWAs 17:20 - Machine DeFi 18:10 - Peaq’s Upcoming Token Launch 21:00 - DePIN Energy Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    24 min

  5. 7 NOV.

    How Blockchain Makes You a Better Pet Owner with Petastic

    In this podcast, Sal interviewed Carlos Herrera, co-founder of Petastic. They discussed how Petastic’s decentralized identity network for pets aims to transform the pet care industry through a tokenized ecosystem. He highlights the platform’s ability to predict pet owners’ needs, streamline customer engagement, and support shelters with sustainable revenue models, ultimately benefiting pets and their owners. Carlos also shares his vision for expanding personalized pet care and enhancing animal welfare worldwide. Follow Proof of Coverage: https://x.com/coverageproved Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:32 - Introduction to Petastic and Market Overview 02:05 - Petastic's Vision and Unique Approach 07:17 - Building Relationships with Shelters and Rescues 11:00 - Understanding Customer Needs and Predictive Analytics 14:41 - Future Goals and Expansion Plans 17:27 - Upcoming Initiatives and Community Engagement Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    19 min

  6. 4 NOV.

    Incentivizing Net New Solar with David Vorick of Glow

    In this podcast, Connor and Sal spoke with David Vorick, co-founder of Glow, about the company's innovative model for funding new solar infrastructure using donations to build solar farms that generate revenue for further projects. Focused on large-scale solar installations in cost-effective regions like India, Glow emphasizes the additionality of carbon credits, ensuring contributions actively reduce emissions. David also highlighted Glow’s robust audit system for carbon credits and discussed its growth trajectory, hinting at future government interest in Glow’s decentralized, sustainable energy approach. Follow Proof of Coverage: https://x.com/coverageproved Follow Connor: https://x.com/richhomiecon Follow Sal: https://x.com/DAnconia_Crypto Follow David Vorick: https://x.com/davidvorick Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Glow and Its Mission 00:30 - Explaining Glow to the Unfamiliar 02:11 - Focus on Large-Scale Solar Farms 03:51 - The Shift from Residential to Industrial Solar 04:41 - Cost Efficiency and Competitive Advantage 05:45 - New Solar vs. Existing Solar 06:27 - The Importance of Additionality in Carbon Credits 08:30 - Carbon Credits as a Revenue Model 10:42 - Why Solar is a Good Fit for Crypto 12:18 - Low Operational Costs of Solar Farms 13:23 - DePIN Verification and Audit Process 20:18 - Scaling the Supply Side and Incentives 24:14 - Demand Side and Revenue Insights 26:30 - Revenue Accrual to Token Holders Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    29 min

  7. 30 OCT.

    Building an Enterprise-Grade DePIN for Compute with Aethir

    In today’s episode, Connor is joined by Mark Rydon, a key figure in the decentralized infrastructure space, particularly focusing on Aethir and its innovative approach to DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks). They discussed how Aethir has built a robust revenue-generating model centered around enterprise-grade AI and gaming solutions. Mark shared insights into the growing importance of GPUs in the AI landscape, highlighting the global compute scarcity and how Aethir addresses this challenge by allowing enterprises to reconnect idle compute resources. This model is akin to Airbnb, where companies can monetize their unused GPUs, creating a win-win situation for both suppliers and consumers. They also discussed the recent success of Aethir's checker node sale, which generated nearly $130 million, showcasing the strong community support and the utility of these nodes in maintaining trust within the network. Mark explained how these nodes act as the "police" of the network, ensuring that contributors are providing the resources they claim. Additionally, they explored Aethir's focus on enterprise clients, which has led to impressive revenue growth, with $36 million in annual recurring revenue and a steady month-over-month increase. Mark emphasized the importance of this enterprise focus, contrasting it with the challenges faced by other DePIN projects that target consumer equipment. Timestamps: 00:00 - Building a Revenue-Generating Machine 00:35 - Understanding DePIN 00:57 - The Evolution of DePIN 04:49 - Aethir's Value Proposition 09:15 - Tapping into Latent Supply 10:04 - AethirEdge Devices 14:37 - Checker Node Sale Success 20:13 - Revenue Growth and Customer Profiles 26:56 - Keeping Up with Aethir Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    29 min

  8. 28 OCT.

    Building a DePIN for Drone Mapping with Spexi

    Connor sat down with Alec Wilson, the COO of Spexi Network, a groundbreaking drone mapping company that is revolutionizing the earth imaging space. They spoke about how Spexi is leveraging the vast number of underutilized drones to create an ultra-high-resolution base layer of earth imagery, which is significantly more detailed than what satellites and planes can provide. Alec explained the mechanics of the Spexi Network, where drone pilots can easily capture imagery by using a mobile app that guides them through a hexagon-based system called "Spexagons." This innovative approach not only allows for high-quality data collection but also provides an opportunity for drone enthusiasts to earn money while doing something they love. They discussed the current state of the network, including the onboarding process for pilots and the demand from various sectors, such as municipalities, government agencies, and even metaverse and AI companies. Alec shared insights into how they are currently compensating pilots with cash and points, with plans for a future token distribution. The conversation also touched on the challenges of coordinating a decentralized network of drone pilots and the importance of regulatory clarity as they navigate the evolving landscape of crypto economics. Overall, it was an enlightening discussion about the potential of Spexi Network to create a new data set that can benefit both drone pilots and customers seeking high-resolution earth imagery. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:28 - Sponsor Message 01:02 - Explaining Spexi to the Average Person 01:30 - The Earth Imaging Market 02:43 - The Role of Drones in Earth Imaging 03:48 - How the Spexi Network Works 05:01 - Benefits of Spexi for Drone Pilots 06:17 - Creating New Data Sets 07:32 - Growing the Supply Side 09:13 - Spexi’s Pilot Selection Process 10:57 - Payment Structure for Spexi Drone Pilots 12:36 - Integrating Token Economics into the Spexi Network 14:55 - Demand Side Overview 16:00 - Customer Segments Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

    19 min
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The leading DePIN podcast. DePIN = Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Hosted by Connor Lovely and EV3 Ventures | Built by Proof of Coverage

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    2022 - 2024
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