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Want the Crypto x AI alpha delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe for free: https://onchainoutpost.com/subscribe In this episode of the Outpost podcast, Brody hosts the founding team of Crucible Labs, including David Lawee, Seth Bloomberg, and Sami Kassab, to discuss their vision for Bittensor and the insights from their 2024 report. The conversation explores the evolution of Bittensor, the role of AI agents, decentralized model development, and the potential for scientific research within this innovative ecosystem. The guests share their backgrounds, the importance of open-source AI, and how Bittensor is creating a new paradigm for building AI systems. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the balance between commercial viability and experimental projects within the Bittensor ecosystem. They explore the upcoming launch of Dynamic TAO, which will shift the distribution of emissions to a market-based system, allowing for more efficient resource allocation. The conversation also highlights the role of subnet owners, the importance of commercialization, and the predictions for BitTensor's growth and innovation leading into 2025.

KEY LINKS

GUEST:

David Lawee -https://x.com/dlawee

Sami Kassab - https://x.com/Old_Samster

Seth Bloomberg - https://x.com/bloomberg_seth

Crucible Labs - https://x.com/CrucibleLabs

HOST:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpostdoai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodydotai

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Could privacy be the key to unlocking AI's full potential?

From genetic data to health metrics, the most valuable data remains locked in private silos. Nillion's head of ecosystem Lukas explains how "blind computation" could unlock trillions in value while preserving privacy - potentially transforming everything from AI personalization to predictive health analytics.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Lukas Bruell - https://x.com/0xlukeskywalker

HOST:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

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Chain of Thought co-founder Teng shares his bold predictions for crypto x AI in 2025, including his belief the AI sector will hit 150B market cap while simultaneously 99% of AI agents will die out.

In this casual conversation, we dig into why the crypto AI sector could see explosive growth this year, explore the future of decentralized compute networks, and discuss why most current AI agents will fade away while truly useful ones survive. Teng offers insights on upcoming crypto AI protocols, the role of VCs versus fair launches, and why skepticism from industry veterans like Raoul Pal might actually be a healthy sign for the space.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Teng Yan - https://x.com/0xPrismatic

Chain of Thought - https://x.com/cot_research

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00:00 - Intro

04:51 - Inside the Solana AI Hackathon

07:11 - The AI DeFi Convergence

10:49 - Market Cap Predictions

16:11 - New Protocol Launches

20:25 - Infrastructure & Development

25:33 - Fair Launch vs VC: The Future of Funding

31:14 - The Rise of Decentralized Compute

38:57 - Decentralized Training Breakthroughs

44:03 - The Great Agent Filter

50:10 - Looking Ahead to 2025

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“People think they’re trading tokens, but they’re really trading ideas.” – Kel

In this episode, we sit down with crypto researcher and trader Kel (@kelxyz_) to discuss how market psychology drives epic run-ups in memes, why contrarian trades can make or break your portfolio, and why AI might be the biggest shift in how we use the internet. Kel breaks down the mindset behind spotting new narratives early, shares the painful lessons that shaped his framework, and explains why AI agents could completely change the game. If you’re looking for fresh perspectives on market psychology and the next big trends in crypto, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Kel - https://x.com/kelxyz_

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

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From nuclear data centers to home AI systems - Greg explains why the future of artificial intelligence depends on individual sovereignty and distributed energy.

In this episode, we sit down with Greg Osuri, founder of Akash Network, to explore why AI's biggest challenge isn't models or data - it's energy. Greg breaks down how the increasing power demands of AI are pushing us toward distributed solutions, and why running AI in your home might be the answer to both scaling and privacy concerns. We discuss the rapid evolution of distributed training, Akash's growth beyond just GPU infrastructure, and Greg's vision of self-sufficient AI powered by home solar. The conversation also covers Austin's emergence as a decentralized AI hub and why true technological independence starts with energy independence.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Greg Osuri - https://x.com/gregosuri

Akash Network - https://x.com/akashnet_

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

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How Allora's intelligence network could transform AI agents from meme-driven capital attractors into sophisticated market strategists.

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Emmons, co-founder and CEO of Allora Labs, to discuss Allora's unique approach to creating a hyper-efficient market for intelligence. Nick explains how Allora's focused, modular approach to creating intelligence markets sets it apart from other network's like Bittensor, which have a more general-purpose design, enabling deeper optimization of specific AI use cases rather than trying to solve every layer of the AI stack at once. We discuss why successful AI agents need both memetic appeal to attract capital and sophisticated market intelligence to deploy it effectively - and how Allora is building the infrastructure to enable this future.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Nick Emmons - https://x.com/nick_emmons

Allora Network - https://x.com/AlloraNetwork

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

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Bittensor is taking on Big Tech's AI monopoly - and Crucible Labs' Sami Kassab and Seth Bloomberg are all in.

In this candid chat, we dive deep into Bittensor's role as the infrastructure backbone for decentralized AI, exploring how Dynamic TAO (dTAO) could transform the network's economics. From the challenges validators face in subnet evaluation to the emergence of professional mining operations, Sami and Seth break down the complex relationships between the different participants in the network. We discuss dTAO's implementation timeline, potential market dynamics, and whether decentralized infrastructure can truly compete with centralized AI labs.

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KEY LINKS

GUESTS: Sami Kassab - https://x.com/Old_Samster Seth Bloomberg - https://x.com/bloomberg_seth Crucible Labs - https://x.com/CrucibleLabs

HOSTS: Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

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The future of AI isn't about who has the most data - it's about who can use it most effectively.

In this episode, Kerim Kaya challenges conventional wisdom about AI's data limitations and reveals how Dria is building decentralized synthetic data infrastructure. Rather than hitting a "data wall," Kerim explains how synthetic data can help models better utilize existing human knowledge while enabling self-learning frameworks.

From orchestrating a network of consumer hardware to generate synthetic data, to creating new training approaches for crypto applications, we explore how Dria's permissionless infrastructure could transform who has access to powerful AI tools. Kerim shares insights on grounding synthetic data in human behavior, the role of decentralized compute networks, and his vision for democratizing AI development beyond the control of tech giants.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Kerim Kaya - https://x.com/kerimrocks

Dria - https://x.com/driaforall

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

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Are AI agents taking over crypto?

In this discussion with Teng Yan, we dig into the recent AI agent craze that is consuming the mindshare of many crypto investors over the past month. From the birth of Truth Terminal and $GOAT, to the recent launch of the first ever AI music artist Zerebro, we explore how agents are reshaping markets and creating a paradigm shift in how humans interact with technology. Teng also shares his thoughts on separating signal from noise in this fast paced market, as well as the sub-sectors within Crypto x AI that he is excited about going into 2025.

If you've been following the exploding AI agent phenomenon in crypto, you won't want to miss this episode.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Teng Yan - https://x.com/0xPrismatic

Chain of Thought - https://x.com/cot_research

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

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Morpheus: The Future of Smart Agents with David Johnston

The future of AI isn't corporate - it's personal.

David Johnston breaks down how Morpheus is building decentralized AI that anyone can own and control. From making AI accessible in developing regions to integrating smart agents with crypto payments, we explore how decentralized systems can unlock new use cases for AI and completely reshape the beneficiaries of the AI revolution. We dived into the key differences between centralized and decentralized AI, AI without the ads and the dangers of corporate control over AI, plus insights into Morpheus's fair launch MOR20 model and the project's community-driven development.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

David Johnson - https://x.com/DJohnstonEC

Morpheus - https://x.com/MorpheusAIs

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to Decentralized AI and Morpheus

06:01 The Importance of Personal AI

14:35 Why Decentralized AI Matters

24:49 The Future of Smart Agents

31:05 Decentralized AI vs Centralized AI

33:35 The Blurring Line Between Ads and Information

34:50 The Shift from Google to Decentralized AI

36:33 Morpheus: A New Era in AI Demand

38:47 Decentralization and Partnerships in Morpheus

40:17 The Fair Launch Model of Morpheus

42:58 Understanding the Morpheus Tokenomics

48:12 Chain Agnosticism and Future Integrations

50:38 Community-Driven Development in Morpheus

56:55 The Future of Smart Agents and Decentralized AI

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Vana: User-Owned Data for AI with Anna Kazlauskas

In this episode we dive into the future of AI data ownership with Anna Kazlauskas, co-founder of Vana. 

As tech giants pay millions for training data, Anna explains how Vana's blockchain infrastructure lets users collectively own and monetize their data through Data DAOs. From Reddit communities building their own language models to genetic data collectives, we explore how Vana is pioneering a new model where users share in the value their data creates.

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KEY LINKS

GUEST:

Anna Kazlauskas - https://x.com/anna_kazlauskas

Vana - https://x.com/withvana

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 The Rise of Decentralized AI

03:51 Understanding Vana's Core Ethos

09:52 Privacy and Data Ownership in AI

13:06 Data DAOs and Their Economic Value

17:50 The 23andMe Data DAO Case Study

21:45 User Engagement and Incentives

25:57 Privacy Mechanisms in Data Contribution

29:45 Crypto-Economic Incentives in Vana

33:50 Dynamic Data Rewards and Game Theory

35:05 Understanding Data DAOs and Token Structures

37:40 The Landscape of Data Consumers

40:44 Exploring Unique Data Sets and Synthetic Data

48:32 Getting Involved with Vana and Future Prospects

51:58 The Future of Decentralized AI and Open Source Integration

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.

Welcome To The Outpost Podcast - a new show exploring the intersection of crypto and AI. 

Meet the hosts Patrick McGimpsey and Brody Adreon, their stories about how they got into crypto and how they fell down the decentralized AI rabbit hole. Learn why six companies controlling AI development is a problem, and how crypto incentives could democratize the future of intelligence. 

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KEY LINKS

HOSTS:

Outpost - https://x.com/outpost_ai

Brody Adreon - https://x.com/brodyadreon

Patrick McGimpsey - https://x.com/paddydotai

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Disclaimer: This information is provided by Outpost for general informational purposes only and may refer to products not available in your location. It does not constitute (i) investment advice or a recommendation to invest; (ii) an invitation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold digital assets; or (iii) financial, legal, accounting, or tax advice. Digital assets, including stablecoins and NFTs, are highly volatile and carry significant risks. You should carefully assess your financial situation before deciding whether to trade or hold such assets. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult your legal, tax, or investment adviser. All data and statistics are provided solely for general information. Outpost accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in this information, nor for any use of or reliance upon it by others.