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Anndy Lian is an all-rounded business strategist in Asia. He has provided advisory across a variety of industries for local, international, public listed companies and governments. He is an early blockchain adopter and experienced serial entrepreneur, book author, investor, board member and keynote speaker. "NFT: From Zero to Hero" is his new book. Started his cryptocurrency journey in 2013 and went full-time on blockchain in 2017, he is one of the experts you need to listen to. This podcast channel share his insights to the industry. Find out more about Anndy Lian at https://www.anndy.com.

  1. Aug 23

    Anndy Lian Wants AI to Fix What Crypto Broke

    On episode 342 of Eddy Live, host Eddy welcomed Bitcoin OG Anndy Lian to discuss his latest book, "Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence." The conversation focused on a blunt premise: the crypto industry has failed its core promise, and only AI can repair the damage. Lian explained that Web3 was marketed as a return of data ownership to the people. In practice, most projects became extraction machines run by small insider groups. He compared it to a taco shop selling frozen tortillas as handmade. Most customers cannot tell the difference, but the lie destroys trust from within. His solution is Web4, a new architecture where AI manages consensus mechanisms, treasury decisions, and governance. Humans still vote and propose, but no founding team or VC group holds concentrated power. Lian offered a practical example: instead of three founders each controlling 30% of token supply, they hold 3%. AI decides when to sell, how to allocate funds, and coordinates hiring with the community. This removes the ability for insiders to dump tokens and crash prices while retail holders lose everything. Lian emphasized this is not Web3 with AI bolted on. It is a fundamentally different structure designed to restore genuine decentralization. AI has no bills to pay, no vacations to fund, and no conflict of interest. It operates in black and white where humans operate in gray. On market timing, Lian advised against buying Bitcoin at current levels, suggesting the real bottom may arrive after the US midterms. He urged newcomers to wait for sustained volume and green candles rather than catching falling knives. He also voiced strong support for open-source AI models, warning that surrendering data to proprietary frontier systems hands control to corporations and governments. Running your own model preserves autonomy, which aligns directly with the Web4 philosophy. "Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence" is available on Amazon in ebook, paperback, and hardcover editions, with the ebook priced at $1.99.

    Anndy Lian Wants AI to Fix What Crypto Broke

  2. Aug 15

    Navigating Web4: Autonomous Intelligence and the Future of Crypto #BINANCECONNECT

    In a recent Binance Connect session, bestselling author Anndy Lian joined Community Associate Diana to discuss his book, Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence. The conversation explored whether labeling the next internet iteration is merely a rebranding exercise. The author argues this new paradigm represents a genuine shift driven by artificial intelligence. While the previous era struggled to achieve true decentralized governance, the upcoming phase must prioritize network independence to succeed. A major concern involves building a distributed internet on top of highly centralized frontier frameworks. Relying solely on corporate systems defeats the core philosophy of digital assets. He advocates for open source programs running locally on personal servers. This approach allows users to maintain privacy without paying exorbitant API fees to massive tech conglomerates. As autonomous agents take over complex tasks, some worry about human cognitive decline. Lian counters this by explaining machine learning acts as an advanced brain, amplifying the capabilities of skilled individuals. When discussing accountability for financial errors made by trading bots, he notes liability depends on the hosting environment. Centralized exchanges should bear responsibility for their proprietary tools, while individuals managing local agents must accept personal risk. Addressing employment fears, the writer believes software will streamline workflows rather than cause mass unemployment. To thrive, he emphasizes mastering clear communication and prompt engineering. Furthermore, digital sovereignty becomes paramount when handing over credentials to automated systems. Looking ahead, Lian envisions a positive scenario where blockchain serves as the immutable trust layer and smart algorithms act as the cognitive engine. This combination could eliminate token manipulation and bring tangible value back to the ecosystem.

    Navigating Web4: Autonomous Intelligence and the Future of Crypto #BINANCECONNECT

  3. Jul 26

    Web4, AI, and Governance: In the Words of Anndy Lian

    During his feature session on Binance’s Blockchain 100 series, best-selling author and intergovernmental advisor Anndy Lian delivered an unfiltered critique of modern crypto, global regulation, and the coming era of autonomous intelligence. Below is a curated synthesis of Lian's perspectives, driven primarily by his direct statements. Reflecting on his experience advising over 20 governments on blockchain policy, Lian highlighted the severe disconnect between rigid state enforcement and fluid, borderless liquidity: "We are like fighting a 2026 war with a 1934 playbook. Tech builders understand finance and borderless liquidity, but the government is still stuck trying to fit decentralization into a centralized, rigid bucket." He cautioned that state interventions carried out under the premise of user protection often cause more financial damage than actual code vulnerabilities: "The narrative of investor protection is often like a Trojan horse... When a government explicitly bans an off-ramp or freezes a stablecoin rail, that costs more retail liquidation than a lot of these DeFi exploits in a year." Dismissing the notion that digital assets exist primarily to dismantle sovereign currencies, Lian observed how USD-pegged stablecoins serve as vehicles for American monetary reach: "Crypto didn't kill the dollar dominance. In fact, cryptocurrency saved it. It extended the reach of the US dollar into unbanked corners of the world where the Federal Reserve could never physically go." Observing real-world settlement dynamics across emerging markets in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, he added: "SMEs are completely bypassing the SWIFT network to pay for goods and services using stablecoins—not because they love Web3, but because cryptocurrency is more efficient." Addressing the core argument of his bestseller, Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence, Lian challenged the assumption that Web3 protocols offer genuine decentralization: "Web3 is not decentralized. Many of our friends will say Web3 is decentralized by code, but human beings still hold the ultimate keys. They can stop transactions and change transactions—no different from what a central bank is doing." To eliminate human bias, administrative corruption, and centralization, Lian advocates for Web4, where artificial intelligence operates as an automated execution layer on top of verifiable cryptographic networks: "If human beings cannot make the decision, let AI do the thinking and execution so things can be more fair. If we really want to build a decentralized future, Web4 is the way to go." As AI rapidly automates technical coding and front-end development, Lian outlined the necessary evolution for industry professionals: "If you try to compete with AI on speed and processing power, you have already lost the war. We will be architects, not builders. Humans will shift from execution to curation and governance—defining the ethical and risk boundaries."

    Web4, AI, and Governance: In the Words of Anndy Lian

  4. Jul 2

    Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence with Anndy Lian

    Recently, I sat down with Nick from BitcoinLive to discuss my latest book, Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence. Distilling years of research, technical architecture, and government advisory experience into a single volume was a rigorous process, but the core message is urgent: the future of the internet relies entirely on the convergence of two distinct technologies.Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence by Anndy Lianhttps://www.amazon.com/Web4-Autonomous-Intelligence-Anndy-Lian-ebook/dp/B0H35597HS

    Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence with Anndy Lian

  5. Jun 29

    Why Web3 Failed... And What Comes Next

    Dan and I have a good chat about my new book, Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence. I have also grown increasingly frustrated with the decentralization bluff of Web3.  During our chat, we covered a lot of ground, from the bursting AI startup bubble and the rise of Chinese AI models to the regulatory gray areas of platforms like Hyperliquid. But at the core of our discussion was a singular vision: how AI can rescue crypto from its centralized flaws and usher in the era of Web4. Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence by Anndy Lianhttps://www.amazon.com/Web4-Autonomous-Intelligence-Anndy-Lian-ebook/dp/B0H35597HS

    Why Web3 Failed... And What Comes Next

  6. Jun 25

    All about Web4 and the state of the market with Anndy Lian

    In my recent conversation with the Satoshi Club, we dove deep into the current state of the crypto market, the realities of liquidity, and the core thesis of my new book, Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence. The crypto space is currently navigating a complex transitional phase, and I want to share the main takeaways from our discussion to help clarify where we are and where we are heading.Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence by Anndy Lian Discover the architectural blueprint for the next digital revolution: Where artificial intelligence meets true decentralization.https://www.amazon.com/Web4-Autonomous-Intelligence-Anndy-Lian-ebook/dp/B0H35597HS

    All about Web4 and the state of the market with Anndy Lian

  7. Jun 24

    Anndy Lian On Bitcoin's Fall Below $70K, ETF Outflows, Stablecoins & Crypto Liquidity Crisis

    With Bitcoin slipping below the $70,000 mark amid persistent ETF outflows and geopolitical tensions, many are questioning the health of the bull market. I view the current downturn not as a definitive trend reversal, but as a necessary macroeconomic flush-out. The Fear and Greed Index has plunged into extreme fear territory. This reflects a significant shift in macroeconomics and a flush of excessive leverage.While the outflow from ETFs is concerning, this is a painful but necessary reset. Furthermore, liquidity has been structurally constrained since last October. This reality is evidenced by fragmented order books and aggressive takers dominating derivatives platforms. I remain optimistic that upcoming US macroeconomic shifts, such as interest rate adjustments or potential stimulus, could provide a much-needed liquidity boost to the ecosystem.

    Anndy Lian On Bitcoin's Fall Below $70K, ETF Outflows, Stablecoins & Crypto Liquidity Crisis

  8. Jun 24

    The Web4 Imperative: Architecting the Future of Autonomous Intelligence

    During the podcast, Dylan challenged my vocal support for memecoins. Given my background in government advisory, it surprises some. However, my stance is rooted in community building. Memecoins represent the lowest-hanging fruit for gathering people, offering retail participants a sense of hope that acts as the initial catalyst for community formation. That said, the current launchpad environment lacks guardrails. I firmly believe that standards must be established by the industry itself through independent councils, rather than handed over to government regulators. Inviting government overreach sacrifices the very decentralization we set out to build.Web4: The Age of Autonomous Intelligence by Anndy Lianhttps://www.amazon.com/Web4-Autonomous-Intelligence-Anndy-Lian-ebook/dp/B0H35597HS

    The Web4 Imperative: Architecting the Future of Autonomous Intelligence
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Anndy Lian is an all-rounded business strategist in Asia. He has provided advisory across a variety of industries for local, international, public listed companies and governments. He is an early blockchain adopter and experienced serial entrepreneur, book author, investor, board member and keynote speaker. "NFT: From Zero to Hero" is his new book. Started his cryptocurrency journey in 2013 and went full-time on blockchain in 2017, he is one of the experts you need to listen to. This podcast channel share his insights to the industry. Find out more about Anndy Lian at https://www.anndy.com.

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  • Creator
    Anndy Lian
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    178
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