Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # DePIN Space ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://depinspace.co/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Understanding Subnet in Crypto: Quick Guide for DePIN Networks](https://depinspace.co/blog/understanding-subnet-in-crypto-quick-guide-for-depin-networks/): Decentralized infrastructure networks are becoming more modular as they scale. One idea gaining traction across AI networks, blockchain ecosystems, and DePIN protocols is the subnet in crypto, which allows large networks to split into smaller, specialized coordination layers. Instead of one shared system handling every workload, subnets enable purpose-built environments optimized for specific tasks. - [Complete Guide to Decentralized Web Hosting in DePIN](https://depinspace.co/blog/decentralized-web-hosting-guide/): The idea of publishing a website without relying on a single server is moving from theory into practice. decentralized web hosting is emerging from the broader DePIN movement, where physical infrastructure like storage, compute, and bandwidth is coordinated through distributed networks instead of centralized cloud providers. - [When the Market Is Wrong: Why DePIN Fundamentals Matter More Than Prices](https://depinspace.co/blog/when-the-market-is-wrong-why-depin-fundamentals-matter-more-than-prices/): Crypto markets have a habit of lagging reality. Prices move fast, narratives shift even faster — but real infrastructure often grows quietly in the background. That gap between market perception and on-the-ground progress is exactly where some of the most compelling opportunities emerge. - [8 DePIN Projects Powering the AI Revolution](https://depinspace.co/blog/8-depin-in-ai-projects/): Artificial intelligence is running into a structural bottleneck. With compute demand projected to grow tenfold by 2030, GPU supply remains concentrated in hyperscaler data centers, pushing prices up and locking out emerging players. - [Why DePIN Is Crypto’s Real Interface With the World](https://depinspace.co/blog/why-depin-is-cryptos-real-interface-with-the-world/): For much of its history, crypto has been focused inward — optimizing blockspace, financial primitives, and on-chain mechanics. But as the ecosystem matures, attention is shifting toward something far more complex: how decentralized systems interact with the real world. - [Confidential Compute in an Open World: Why Privacy Is Becoming Infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/blog/confidential-compute-in-an-open-world-why-privacy-is-becoming-infrastructure/): Public blockchains were built on radical transparency — and that design choice unlocked an entirely new digital economy. But as crypto applications mature and AI-driven systems become more autonomous, transparency alone is no longer enough. The next phase of infrastructure needs to reconcile openness with confidentiality, verifiability with scale. - [DePIN’s Shift in 2025: Lessons, Revenue, and Scale](https://depinspace.co/blog/depins-shift-in-2025-lessons-revenue-and-scale/): At DePIN Day Buenos Aires, Dylan Bane, Senior Enterprise Research Analyst at Messari, shared a grounded view of where the DePIN sector truly stands today. Despite broader market volatility and uneven performance across crypto, the energy on the ground tells a different story. - [DePIN & Astronomy: Building a Permissionless Observatory for Space, Satellites and Drones](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-astronomy-building-a-permissionless-observatory-for-space-satellites-and-drones/): At DePIN Day Buenos Aires, Stefaan Vervaet from Akave shared a concrete example of how decentralized physical infrastructure at the edge can seamlessly connect with decentralized infrastructure at the core. His talk focused on a real-world case study from astronomy, showing how community-owned devices, cryptographic verification, and decentralized storage can combine into a single operational system. - [Decentralized, Verifiable, Scalable: The Real Future of the Compute Economy](https://depinspace.co/blog/decentralized-verifiable-scalable-the-real-future-of-the-compute-economy/): At DePIN Day Buenos Aires, a panel of leading voices from across the decentralized compute ecosystem came together to unpack one of the most critical infrastructure questions facing Web3 and AI today. Moderated by Adam Wozney (Akash Network), the discussion featured Evgeny Ponomarev (Fluence), Dylan Bane (Messari), Nate Fikru (Consensys), and Thomas Abraham (Zeeve), each bringing a distinct perspective from protocol design and research to enterprise infrastructure and developer tooling. - [Beyond Decentralized Storage: Solving the Access Layer with ar.io](https://depinspace.co/blog/beyond-decentralized-storage-solving-the-access-layer-with-ar-io/): At DePIN Day Buenos Aires, William Kempster (known in the ecosystem as Kemp), Ecosystem Lead at ar.io, addressed a problem that many decentralized infrastructure projects quietly struggle with: data may be stored in a decentralized way, but access to that data often is not. - [Weather as Infrastructure: WeatherXM Turns Sensors into a Global Public Good](https://depinspace.co/blog/weather-as-infrastructure-weatherxm-turns-sensors-into-a-global-public-good/): At DePIN Day Buenos Aires, Manolis Nikiforakis, сo-founder of WeatherXM, presented one of the most tangible examples of decentralized physical infrastructure in action. His talk focused not on abstract coordination models, but on something deeply physical: sensors, hardware, and real-time weather data powering global decision-making. - [Bitcoin’s Energy Paradox & Solar at Scale: How Glow Reimagines Crypto Coordination](https://depinspace.co/blog/bitcoins-energy-paradox-solar-at-scale-how-glow-reimagines-crypto-coordination/): David Vorick’s talk at DePIN Day Buenos Aires stood apart from traditional product or roadmap presentations. What began as a planned technical session turned into a personal reflection on crypto’s past, its missed opportunities, and what decentralized coordination is still capable of achieving when pointed at real-world problems. - [How VCs See the Future of DePIN | DePIN Day Buenos Aires 2025](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-vcs-see-the-future-of-depin-depin-day-buenos-aires-2025/): At DePIN Day Buenos Aires, a dedicated investor panel brought together some of the most active venture funds in decentralized physical infrastructure. Moderated by Tom Trowbridge (Fluence), the discussion featured Parker Edwards (Framework Ventures), Regan Bozman (Lattice), Vinayak Kurup (Escape Velocity), and Chad Fowler (Blue Yard Capital). - [Why DePIN Must Grow Up: Infrastructure, Revenue, and the End of Narrative-Driven Crypto](https://depinspace.co/blog/why-depin-must-grow-up-infrastructure-revenue-and-the-end-of-narrative-driven-crypto/): The fireside chat between Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence, and Juan Benet, founder of Protocol Labs and Filecoin, marked a defining moment for the DePIN ecosystem at DePIN Day Buenos Aires. What began as a product launch quickly evolved into a broader conversation about infrastructure maturity, capital discipline, and the long-term path for decentralized physical networks. - [Building Solar at Internet Scale: Glow V2 and the Future of Tokenized Energy](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-solar-at-internet-scale-glow-v2-and-the-future-of-tokenized-energy/): David Vorick began by admitting something rare for a DePIN founder: crypto lost its spark for him. The early days were driven by breakthroughs like Bitcoin — a system that proved decentralized money was possible when every expert said it wasn’t. But over time the industry drifted toward speculation. What still inspires him is not trading, but Bitcoin’s ability to coordinate vast amounts of real-world energy through purely digital incentives. A few hundred lines of code now drive more electricity consumption than an entire nation like Argentina as proof of how powerful incentive-driven coordination can be. - [Coordinates and Connectivity: XYO’s Long Game in Web3](https://depinspace.co/blog/coordinates-and-connectivity-xyos-long-game-in-web3/): In a market where many blockchain projects fade within a single cycle, XYO has quietly built one of the most durable infrastructures in the decentralized data space. - [Dabba Network: Bringing Broadband to India’s Next 500 Million Users](https://depinspace.co/blog/dabba-network-bringing-broadband-to-indias-next-500-million-users/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Karam Lakshman, founder of Dabba Network, shared an ambitious vision that sits at the intersection of connectivity and decentralization: bringing broadband access to hundreds of millions of people across India who have never experienced Wi-Fi. - [Mapping the World, One Drone at a Time](https://depinspace.co/blog/mapping-the-world-one-drone-at-a-time/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Alec Wilson, CEO of LayerDrone, took the stage to talk about drones — not as flying gadgets, but as a cornerstone of a new decentralized infrastructure layer. - [How Mawari Powers Real-Time 3D Streaming for AR Glasses Using Decentralized Compute](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-mawari-powers-real-time-3d-streaming-for-ar-glasses-using-decentralized-compute/): At DePIN Day Singapore 2025, Luis Oscar Ramirez, founder of Mawari, shared how his team is building the infrastructure layer behind a new generation of spatial computing. As AR glasses begin their transition from niche hardware to mass-market devices, Mawari is positioning itself as the network that makes immersive experiences possible — in real time, and at scale. - [WeatherXM: Building the World’s First Community-Powered Weather Network](https://depinspace.co/blog/weatherxm-building-the-worlds-first-community-powered-weather-network/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Manolis Nikiforakis, Co-Founder of WeatherXM, held up a small, solar-powered device and smiled: - [Filecoin’s Decade of Building the Decentralized Storage Layer](https://depinspace.co/blog/filecoins-decade-of-building-the-decentralized-storage-layer/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Clara Tsao, Founding Officer of the Filecoin Foundation, reminded the audience that the decentralized infrastructure movement didn’t begin with compute or bandwidth — it began with storage. - [Titan Network and the Rise of the People-Powered Edge Cloud](https://depinspace.co/blog/titan-network-and-the-rise-of-the-people-powered-edge-cloud/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Konstantin Tkachuk, Co-Founder of Titan Network, opened with a reminder that the most powerful cloud infrastructure on Earth already exists — it’s just not being used. - [The Rise of Decentralized Cloud Platforms in the Web3 Era | Murphy John, StorX Network](https://depinspace.co/blog/the-rise-of-decentralized-cloud-platforms-in-the-web3-era-murphy-john-storx-network/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Murphy John, Chief Ecosystem Growth Officer of StorX Network, took the stage to challenge one of the biggest monopolies in tech — the global cloud storage market. - [Crypto-Native Payments Go Live: Fluence & Parasail Demo Collateral-Backed Stablecoin](https://depinspace.co/blog/crypto-native-payments-go-live-fluence-parasail-demo-collateral-backed-stablecoin/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Fluence and Parasail unveiled something the decentralized compute ecosystem has been waiting for — a crypto-native payment layer that connects compute, liquidity, and on-chain value. - [AR.IO Network’s Permanent Cloud: Building the Backbone of Immutable Web3 Storage](https://depinspace.co/blog/ar-io-networks-permanent-cloud-building-the-backbone-of-immutable-web3-storage/): At DePIN Day Singapore, the spotlight turned to a core infrastructure layer quietly underpinning much of today’s decentralized web. - [3D + AI: Inside Mawari’s Plan to Stream Immersive Experiences in Real Time](https://depinspace.co/blog/3d-ai-inside-mawaris-plan-to-stream-the-metaverse-in-real-time/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Luis Oscar Ramirez, founder and CEO of Mawari, took the stage to unveil how his company is reshaping the future of spatial computing. - [Titan Network Is Reducing Cloud Costs With User Devices And Paying 80% Back to the Community](https://depinspace.co/blog/titan-network-is-reducing-cloud-costs-with-user-devices-and-paying-80-back-to-the-community/): DePIN Day Singapore — In a conversation that blurred the line between sci-fi and reality, Konstantin Tkachuk, Chief Strategy Officer of Titan Network, painted a picture of a world where your phone or laptop is a infrastructure. - [Fluence Launches GPU Compute and FLT-Backed Stablecoin: Building the Cloudless Future of Decentralized Compute](https://depinspace.co/blog/fluence-launches-gpu-compute-and-flt-backed-stablecoin-building-the-cloudless-future-of-decentralized-compute/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Evgeny Ponomarev, co-founder of Fluence Network, took the stage to announce two milestones that may redefine decentralized infrastructure: - [Impossible Cloud Network: $7M ARR, Mainnet Live, and the Mission to Tokenize the Cloud](https://depinspace.co/blog/impossible-cloud-network-7m-arr-mainnet-live-and-the-mission-to-tokenize-the-cloud/): DePIN Day in Singapore 2025 — At the intersection of Web2 maturity and Web3 innovation, Impossible Cloud Network (ICN) is emerging as a serious contender to reshape how enterprises interact with cloud infrastructure. In a conversation at DePIN Day Singapore, Clemens Koczur, Strategic Finance Lead of Impossible Cloud Network, shared a clear-eyed view of what it takes to bring a decentralized cloud protocol to market and what comes next. - [What DePIN Founders Really Think About Tokens, Community, and Survival](https://depinspace.co/blog/what-depin-founders-really-think-about-tokens-community-and-survival/): At DePIN Day Singapore, five founders and builders from across the decentralized physical infrastructure space took the stage to discuss the most controversial—and most essential—topics of this new movement: tokens, community and survival. - [NEAR Foundation’s Vision for Decentralized AI: Privacy, Proof, and Governance](https://depinspace.co/blog/near-foundations-vision-for-decentralized-ai-privacy-proof-and-governance/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Lane Rettig, Head of Research at the NEAR Foundation, offered a clear-eyed reflection on the state of decentralized AI — and where it’s heading next. - [VC’s Honest Take: What Makes a Great DePIN Founder](https://depinspace.co/blog/vcs-honest-take-what-makes-a-great-depin-founder/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Mike Zajko — co-founder of early-stage crypto fund Lattice — cut through the noise with calm clarity. In a market flooded with whitepapers and hype decks, Lattice focuses on one thing: backing real builders, in real markets, with real revenue potential. - [Building the World’s Largest Decentralized Drone Imagery Network](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-the-worlds-largest-decentralized-drone-imagery-network/): Singapore, DePIN Day 2025 — In a candid conversation at DePIN Day Singapore, Alec Wilson, COO of Spexi and co-founder of the LayerDrone Network, shared insights into one of the most ambitious projects in decentralized infrastructure: a fully decentralized, standardized drone imagery protocol designed to scale globally. - [Building the Permanent Layer for DePIN: A Practical Guide with AR.IO & Arweave](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-the-permanent-layer-for-depin-a-practical-guide-with-ar-io-arweave/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Phil Mataras, co-founder of AR.IO Network, took the stage to talk about what he calls a permanent cloud — an infrastructure layer designed to make decentralized data truly permanent, verifiable, and accessible at scale. - [How decentralized infrastructure is becoming the backbone of the AI eray](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-decentralized-infrastructure-is-becoming-the-backbone-of-the-ai-eray/): At DePIN Day Singapore, moderator Adam Wozney (Akash Network) gathered four builders shaping the decentralized infrastructure economy — Harry Dewhirst (375.ai), Clemens Koczur (Impossible Cloud Network), Mark Rydon (Aethir) and Markus Levin (XYO) to explore how artificial intelligence and DePIN are converging to power the next technological cycle. - [Perspective on Building the Glue Layer for the Decentralized Web | Sam Williams, Arweave](https://depinspace.co/blog/perspective-on-building-the-glue-layer-for-the-decentralized-web-sam-williams-arweave/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Sam Williams, founder of Arweave, took the stage to share what he called a new primitive for the decentralized web — a composable layer designed to connect data, compute, and users in a truly trustless way. - [VC Perspectives on DePIN: Fueling the Decentralized Infrastructure Revolution](https://depinspace.co/blog/vc-perspectives-on-depin-fueling-the-decentralized-infrastructure-revolution/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Fluence co-founder Tom Trowbridge hosted a panel with three leading venture investors shaping the decentralized infrastructure landscape: Christopher Heymann (1kx), Mike Zajko (Lattice), and Claude Donzé (Greenfield). - [Fluence Launches GPU: Decentralizing AI Compute at 80% Lower Cost](https://depinspace.co/blog/fluence-launches-gpu-decentralizing-ai-compute-at-80-lower-cost/): At DePIN Day Singapore, the 12th edition of the global conference series dedicated to decentralized infrastructure, Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence, announce a bold new chapter for the protocol: GPU support is live. - [A Decade of Decentralized Storage: Filecoin’s Journey and the Future of Data Trust](https://depinspace.co/blog/a-decade-of-decentralized-storage-filecoins-journey-and-the-future-of-data-trust/): At DePIN Day Singapore, Clara Tsao of the Filecoin Foundation joined Fluence co-founder Tom Trowbridge for a fireside chat on ten years of decentralized storage. - [DePIN Token Economics Report](https://depinspace.co/analytics/depin-token-economics-2/): The DePIN Token Economics Report, authored by Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence and host of the DePINed Podcast and DePIN Days, provides a deep dive into the evolving Decentralized Physical Infrastracture (DePIN) landscape. - [DePIN Day Singapore 2025: Building the Real-World Layer of Web3](https://depinspace.co/news/depin-day-singapore-2025-building-the-real-world-layer-of-web3/): The 12th edition of DePIN Day lands in Singapore this October — a global gathering spotlighting the builders and networks transforming physical infrastructure through decentralized technologies. - [Over 400 Builders, 28 Speakers and a Global Community Shaping the Future of DePIN](https://depinspace.co/blog/over-400-builders-28-speakers-and-a-global-community-shaping-the-future-of-depin/): On May 1st, the DePIN ecosystem lit up Dubai with one of its most energizing gatherings yet. Hosted by Fluence and powered by our incredible partners — Neuron, io.net, Impossible Cloud Network, Beamable, XYO, Mawari, Spexi, StorX, iExec, and Entropy — DePIN Day Dubai brought together over 400 attendees, 25+ speakers and 15 talks and panels that pushed the conversation forward across decentralized compute, connectivity, storage and more - [20% of Game Revenue Is Wasted. Here’s How to Get It Back](https://depinspace.co/blog/20-of-game-revenue-is-wasted-heres-how-to-get-it-back/): At DePIN Day Dubai 2025, Jon Radoff, CEO of Beamable, delivered a compelling case for decentralized infrastructure in gaming. With gaming being the largest media industry, valued at $200B annually, Jon presented Beamable’s DePIN for game backends as the answer to rising compute costs, technical fragility and vendor lock-in. Already used by 100+ live games, Beamable is proving that DePIN can onboard Web2 studios by delivering better performance, lower cost and greater control. - [AI Needs Privacy. iExec Is Building It with Confidential Computing + DePIN](https://depinspace.co/blog/ai-needs-privacy-iexec-is-building-it-with-confidential-computing-depin/): Martin Leclercq of iExec took the stage at DePIN Day Dubai 2025 to introduce Confidential AI — the fusion of decentralized infrastructure and trusted execution environments (TEEs) to enable private, verifiable, and secure artificial intelligence. At a time when AI models and agents demand deeper access to personal data, iExec is building the Trust Layer for AI and DePIN, ensuring privacy is preserved by default. - [Buy & Burn or Stake to Scale? Inside DePIN’s Winning Strategy](https://depinspace.co/education/buy-burn-or-stake-to-scale-inside-depins-winning-strategy/): Founded to challenge the dominance of hyperscalers, Fluence is a decentralized compute network that connects excess CPUs in global data centers into an open, cost-efficient and cloudless infrastructure. Unlike GPU-heavy networks, Fluence focuses on the CPU market: billions of units powering everything outside of AI. - [Crypto with Dirt Under Its Nails: DePIN’s Bold Leap into the Physical World](https://depinspace.co/blog/crypto-with-dirt-under-its-nails-depins-bold-leap-into-the-physical-world/): The DePIN Day Dubai panel “Where DePIN Tokens Meet the Physical World” united industry leaders who are bridging decentralized infrastructure with real-world impact. From weather stations and WiFi hotspots to spatial computing and decentralized telecom networks, the panelists revealed how DePIN is reshaping industries by combining crypto incentives with physical deployment. The discussion spotlighted real supply and demand dynamics, governance models and the role of AI in making DePIN truly transformative. - [Data Prisons to Data Freedom: The StorX Movement](https://depinspace.co/blog/data-prisons-to-data-freedom-the-storx-movement-4/): The exponential growth of the cloud storage market has created an urgent need for solutions that are more secure, private and decentralized. As Murphy John, Ecosystem Development Lead at StorX Network, highlighted in his talk at DePIN Day, traditional cloud providers like AWS, Azure and Google Cloud now dominate the market, yet they come with significant trade-offs: single points of failure, opaque pricing and privacy concerns. StorX Network offers a decentralized alternative that puts users back in control of their data. - [DePIN’s Golden Hour: Where VCs Bet Big on Real Assets and Tokenomics](https://depinspace.co/blog/depins-golden-hour-where-vcs-bet-big-on-real-assets-and-tokenomics/): The DePIN Day Dubai panel "Investing in DePIN: What’s Real, What’s Hype, What’s Next" brought together top-tier investors who are shaping the future of decentralized infrastructure. From seed rounds to liquid tokens, the panelists shared how they evaluate, fund and support DePIN projects that blend real-world hardware with crypto-native incentives. This session went beyond the hype, spotlighting what makes DePIN investments compelling and what makes them fail. - [How Spexi and LayerDrone Are Rebuilding Earth’s Intelligence Layer](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-spexi-and-layerdrone-are-rebuilding-earths-intelligence-layer/): At DePIN Day Dubai 2025, Alec Wilson, COO of Spexi, presented a bold vision: building the world’s largest decentralized aerial intelligence network. In his talk, Alec outlined how Specxi and its new LayerDrone protocol are transforming drone imagery into scalable, tokenized infrastructure. The result? Ultra-high-resolution, verified aerial data that powers spatial AI, AR/VR, autonomous delivery and more - [Killer Clouds and Verified Compute: The DePIN Revolution in Action](https://depinspace.co/blog/killer-clouds-and-verified-compute-the-depin-revolution-in-action/): The DePIN Day Dubai panel “Verified Compute: Securing the Physical Layer of DePIN” brought together pioneers reshaping the decentralized internet. As the global push for trustless systems accelerates, this session dived into the technical, economic and ethical challenges of building verifiable compute at scale. Proof-of-location, decentralized storage, serverless infrastructure - the panelists revealed what it takes to bridge Web3’s ideals with real-world reliability. - [The $5 Trillion Problem You Didn’t Hear Coming — How Silencio Turns Noise into Value](https://depinspace.co/blog/the-5-trillion-problem-you-didnt-hear-coming-how-silencio-turns-noise-into-value/): At DePINDay Dubai 2025, Thomas Messerer, co-Founder of Silencio, delivered a compelling talk that spotlighted the growing power of decentralized environmental sensing. By transforming smartphones into real-time, privacy-first environmental data miners, Silencio is leading the way in Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) for consumer data collection. With over 1 million users and 20 billion unique data points, Silencio is building the world’s largest noise pollution map.` - [The Machine Economy Is Here And Neuron Is Powering It](https://depinspace.co/blog/the-machine-economy-is-here-and-neuron-is-powering-it/): James Dunthorne, founder of Neuron, took the stage at DePIN Day Dubai 2025 to present a bold vision: a future where machines are the primary customers in a decentralized world. Neuron’s infrastructure empowers AI agents to autonomously discover, purchase and stream DePIN data at scale. With edge connectivity, validator-enforced trust and a simple plug-in interface, Neuron eliminates the friction between data producers and intelligent machines. - [Can DePIN Make AI More Scalable, Secure and Trustless](https://depinspace.co/blog/unleashing-ais-true-power-the-depin-infrastructure-revolution/): At DePIN Day Dubai, the panel "Can DePIN Make AI More Scalable, Secure and Trustless?" gathered the pioneers of decentralized infrastructure to tackle a hot question: Can we build AI that’s decentralized and powerful enough to compete with centralized giants? From GPUs and bandwidth to verifiability and trust, the panelists explored how DePIN is shaping the future of AI at scale — and what challenges remain before it can match (or even beat) traditional cloud. - [XR Without Limits: Mawari’s Real-Time 3D Streaming Is the Future](https://depinspace.co/blog/xr-without-limits-mawaris-real-time-3d-streaming-is-the-future/): At DePIN Day Dubai, Luis Oscar Ramirez, the founder of Mawari Network, presented a bold vision for the future of immersive computing. Instead of passively watching media on 2D screens, Mawari aims to turn your environment itself into the user interface, with Spatial Streaming™ bringing seamless XR experiences to everyday life. - [You Tracked Planes for Free. They Made Millions](https://depinspace.co/blog/you-tracked-planes-for-free-they-made-millions/): Watch the full talk ⤵️ - [Scaling Decentralized Compute, Data and Storage](https://depinspace.co/blog/scaling-decentralized-compute-data-and-storage/): Our first DePIN Day was in Denver a year ago, and now we’re back! DePIN Day Denver brought together the brightest minds in decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN).  - [DePIN Day Dubai 2025: A Global Gathering Redefining the Future of Physical Infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/news/depin-day-dubai-2025-a-global-gathering-redefining-the-future-of-physical-infrastructure/): Hosted by Fluence for the benefit of the DePIN community, DePIN Day Dubai organised in partnership with Neuron, Beamable, Entropy, Impossible Cloud Network, io.net, iExec, Mawari, Spexi, Storx Network, XYO, is a the leading conference series focused on Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Taking place alongside Token 2049 Dubai, the pre-eminent crypto focused event in Dubai, DePIN Day Dubai brings together leading founders, developers, investors and researchers who are actively building the real-world layer of Web3. - [Why Investors Are Turning to Decentralized Infrastructure?](https://depinspace.co/blog/why-investors-are-turning-to-decentralized-infrastructure-the-next-big-thing-in-web3/): While most of the crypto space still chases hype, DePIN — Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks — is quietly building something different: revenue-driven infrastructure at scale. As more founders launch networks powered by real-world hardware and crypto incentives, a new narrative is emerging. - [DePIN Tokenomics: What You Need to Know to Stay Ahead](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-tokenomics-what-you-need-to-know-to-stay-ahead/): As the DePIN ecosystem grows, so does the need for clear, effective token models. In the final video of the DePIN Token Economics Report, Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence and host of the DePINed podcast and DePIN Day events, wraps up with the most important lessons for founders, investors, and contributors alike. - [DePIN Governance Models: Who Actually Controls the Network?](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-governance-models-who-actually-controls-the-network/): Governance has always been a hot topic in Web3 and DePIN is no exception. As decentralized networks grow beyond ideals into real-world infrastructure, the question shifts from what is being built to who holds the power to shape it. - [What Is DePIN? Filecoin, Helium & The Web3 Trend You Can’t Ignore](https://depinspace.co/blog/what-is-depin-filecoin-helium-the-web3-trend-you-cant-ignore/): Web3 is no longer just about DeFi, NFTs or memecoins. A new wave is here, it’s backed by something far more tangible: physical infrastructure. This is the world of DePIN — Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks — and it’s one of the most important trends in crypto right now. - [DePIN Tokenomics: How Token Models Shape the Market](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-tokenomics-how-token-models-shape-the-market/) - [How DePIN Projects Use Buy & Burn to Create Real Token Value](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-depin-projects-use-buy-burn-to-create-real-token-value/): n most crypto conversations, the phrase “token burn” is tossed around like a marketing buzzword. But in the DePIN ecosystem — Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks — buy & burn is powerful. - [DePIN Staking: Why Token Collateral Is Key to Trust and Scale](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-staking-why-token-collateral-is-key-to-trust-and-scale/): In Web3 infrastructure, trust is everything — especially when you’re building decentralized networks that rely on thousands of independent participants. For DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks), that trust is often built through staking. - [How DePIN Rewards Actually Work: Incentives, Fairness, and Network Growth](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-depin-rewards-actually-work-incentives-fairness-and-network-growth/): In the world of DePIN — Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks — incentives are everything. These networks rely on thousands (or even millions) of participants to contribute hardware, collect data, and power decentralized infrastructure. - [Why Successful DePIN Projects Are Moving Toward Fiat Integration](https://depinspace.co/blog/why-successful-depin-projects-are-moving-toward-fiat-integration/): One of the most common assumptions in Web3 is that tokens must be used for payments — that this is their core utility. But in the world of DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks), that idea is being challenged. In fact, requiring token payments may be holding many projects back. - [Recap of the First DePIN Day of 2025](https://depinspace.co/blog/recap-of-the-first-depin-day-of-2025/): The DePIN Day series is back! An opportunity to connect with teams and builders behind 200+ active projects and learn why the real world is looking to DePIN to address infrastructure challenges. These events are designed to foster discussions around the latest trends, challenges, and future prospects in the DePIN industry. - [Building the Future: Why DePIN is the Next Big Crypto Revolution](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-the-future-why-depin-is-the-next-big-crypto-revolution/): Tom Trowbridge, Co-founder of Fluence, breaks down the formula for how DePIN protocols can outperform the rest of crypto — and win. In this talk, he explains why token price growth isn’t driven by hype, but by real traction and token economic design. Using Geod, Helium, and Fluence as case studies, Tom illustrates how DePIN networks can decouple from crypto markets, attract enterprise users, and build sovereign, scalable infrastructure. He ends by announcing the DePIN Pledge — a movement to decentralize the Internet, AI, and cloud infrastructure. - [Building Trustless AI & DePIN Infrastructure for the Future](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-trustless-ai-depin-infrastructure-for-the-future/): Sylvan Zhang, Co-founder of Parasail, lays out the missing piece in scaling DePIN and decentralized AI: trust. While DePIN projects promise verifiable, decentralized infrastructure, the off-chain components — where real-world services are delivered — remain opaque and unverifiable. Paracel introduces trustless service verification and SLA enforcement as critical infrastructure to unlock mass adoption. With integrations across Filecoin, Fluence, and SwanChain, Zhang outlines a clear path to more secure, transparent, and scalable decentralized infrastructure. - [Decentralizing Gaming: A New Era for Developers](https://depinspace.co/blog/decentralizing-gaming-a-new-era-for-developers/): Jon Radoff, founder and CEO of Beamable, presents a bold vision for gaming infrastructure: a DePIN network with real traction, revenue, and mass-market adoption. With over 80 games already launched and 4,000+ developers on the platform, Beamable is not just building tech for Web3 games — it's creating a decentralized infrastructure for all online games. The talk explores the $200B gaming industry's backend challenges, Beamable's open-source strategy, and how DePIN unlocks an open, composable, and cost-efficient ecosystem that challenges hyperscalers like Google. - [DePIN Compute Revolution: No Hardware, No Limits](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-compute-revolution-no-hardware-no-limits/): NodeOps is redefining node infrastructure with a radically simplified, one-click deployment platform for node operators. By eliminating the need for hardware and technical expertise, NodeOps makes it easy for anyone to participate in decentralized infrastructure. Now transitioning into a broader vision, the team is evolving from a product-first platform to a permissionless compute orchestration network secured by Ethereum and powered by EigenLayer. - [How AI Agents Will Outgrow SaaS & Reshape Web3](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-ai-agents-will-outgrow-saas-reshape-web3/): Nick Havrilyak, Co-founder and CEO of Assister, introduces a powerful vision for tokenized AI agents. In his talk at DePIN Day, Nick outlines how Assister is building a network of 16,000+ agents and 2.5 million users, combining AI automation with Web3 incentives. By bringing real utility and revenue to the agent economy, Assister is redefining how we build, fund, and scale AI-driven tools — turning them from SaaS apps into decentralized services. - [Revolutionizing Real-Time Connectivity](https://depinspace.co/blog/revolutionizing-real-time-connectivity/): Huddle01 is pioneering decentralized real-time connectivity with a bandwidth-first approach to DePIN. Instead of chasing supply, Huddle01 built demand from day one, developing usable products and infrastructure before launching its network. Today, the platform powers decentralized video conferencing, real-time AI, and ultra-low latency finance tools across a growing global node network. With over 8 million minutes logged and 2,200 high-performance nodes already live, Huddle01 is proving that decentralized bandwidth infrastructure. - [Revolutionizing Solar with DePIN](https://depinspace.co/blog/revolutionizing-solar-with-depin/): David Vorick, founder of Glow, reflects on 14 months of running Glow V1 — a decentralized solar protocol — and introduces the major shifts that shaped the design of Glow V2. From unexpected human behavior to financial engineering and the surprising downsides of carbon credits, this talk reveals how real-world deployment redefines innovation. - [Scaling the Future: How Modular Infrastructure is Powering DePIN Networks](https://depinspace.co/blog/scaling-the-future-how-modular-infrastructure-is-powering-depin-networks/): At DePIN Day Denver, a panel of leading infrastructure builders came together to address one of the biggest challenges in the DePIN ecosystem: scalability. Featuring experts from Arbitrum - Chase Allred, EigenLayer - Brandon Curtis, Infura - Clements Wan, GRID - Harishkarthik Gunalan, and moderated by peaq’s Scott Foo, the session unpacked how modularity, decentralization, and interoperability are reshaping the physical infrastructure layer of Web3. - [Designing Sustainable Tokenomics for Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks](https://depinspace.co/blog/designing-sustainable-tokenomics-for-decentralized-physical-infrastructure-networks-depin/): At DePIN Day Denver, Connor Lovely of Proof of Coverage moderated a high-level discussion on DePIN tokenomics with Robert Kochling (1kx), Dylan Bane (Messari), and Tom Trowbridge (Fluence). The panel explored the evolution of token models for decentralized infrastructure networks, focusing on real-world costs, revenue generation, price volatility, and governance. - [Unlocking Decentralized Intelligent Infrastructure for the Next Era of Compute](https://depinspace.co/blog/unlocking-decentralized-intelligent-infrastructure-for-the-next-era-of-compute/): AI is reshaping the world—but centralized infrastructure can’t keep up. At DePIN Day Denver, five ecosystem leaders came together to explore how decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN) can unlock new compute, data, and orchestration paradigms. This panel featured insights from: - [Decentralized Infrastructure at Scale: How DePIN Is Transforming Energy, Compute, and Data](https://depinspace.co/blog/decentralized-infrastructure-at-scale-how-depin-is-transforming-energy-compute-and-data/): At DePIN Day Denver 2025, Guy Wuollet (a16z) joined Tom Trowbridge (Fluence) for a fireside chat exploring DePIN's real-world impact. The conversation covered investor criteria, infrastructure sectors like energy and compute, and the growing opportunity for DePIN protocols to replace centralized systems with crypto-incentivized networks. - [Backing the Future: How Investors Are Shaping the DePIN Landscape](https://depinspace.co/blog/backing-the-future-how-investors-are-shaping-the-depin-landscape/): This panel from DePIN Day Denver brings together leading investors who are actively shaping the DePIN landscape. Moderated by Dimi Chatzianagnostou (Outlier Ventures), the conversation features Mahesh Ramakrishnan (Escape Velocity), SJ Baek (Hashed), and Rob Schmults (Blockchange) diving into what makes DePIN a unique investment opportunity, the challenges that come with it, and how capital can accelerate (or hinder) real-world adoption. - [Decentralized Aerial Intelligence – a Global Drone Mapping Network with DePIN](https://depinspace.co/blog/decentralized-aerial-intelligence-a-global-drone-mapping-network-with-depin/): Peter Szymczak, co-founder of Spexi, shared the company’s vision at DePIN Day Denver 2025: a decentralized network of drone pilots capturing ultra-high-resolution geospatial data. By applying the DePIN model to geospatial intelligence, Spexi is creating a constantly updating global map with real-world applications across urban planning, emergency response, infrastructure monitoring, and AR/VR development. - [DePIN & The Cloud: Scaling Decentralized Compute, Data & Storage](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-the-cloud-scaling-decentralized-compute-data-storage/): DePIN Day Denver returned to ETH Denver for its 10th global edition and brought together leaders shaping the future of decentralized infrastructure. In this powerhouse panel moderated by Adam Wozney (Akash Network), four pioneers of the DePIN movement explored real-world progress and the technical, economic, and trust-layer challenges standing in the way of global adoption. - [Building the 3D Internet](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-the-3d-internet/): This talk was recorded at DePIN Day Denver — a flagship event exploring the next frontier of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. The event brings together builders, researchers, and innovators shaping the future of decentralized infrastructure. In this session, Luis Ramirez (Mawari) shares insights on how DePIN unlocks new possibilities for spatial computing, real-time streaming, and AI-powered experiences. From edge computing to immersive environments, discover how decentralized networks are laying the groundwork for the next-gen internet. - [Building the Protocol for a Decentralised Energy Grid](https://depinspace.co/blog/building-the-protocol-for-a-decentralised-energy-grid/): Sourceful Energy is building a decentralized infrastructure layer to solve one of the biggest energy challenges of our time: grid coordination. As solar and battery adoption grows globally, the energy grid becomes more decentralized and volatile. Fredrik Ahlgren, CEO and Co-founder of Sourceful, explains how their DePIN platform helps utilities and individuals work together in real-time to balance production and consumption unlocking savings, rewards, and grid stability. - [How io.net is Solving the GPU Bottleneck and Slashing AI Compute Costs](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-io-net-is-solving-the-gpu-bottleneck-and-slashing-ai-compute-costs/): io.net is revolutionizing AI infrastructure by creating a decentralized GPU network that drastically reduces compute costs. According to Gaurav Sharma, CEO of io.net, AI companies currently spend over 50% of their funding on GPU rentals from centralized cloud providers. io.net offers a decentralized alternative, providing GPUs at a 70% discount compared to hyperscalers like AWS and Google Cloud. By aggregating idle GPU resources globally, io.net is ensuring accessibility, scalability, and affordability for AI developers. - [Streaming the Metaverse: Why Spatial Computing Needs DePIN](https://depinspace.co/blog/streaming-the-metaverse-why-spatial-computing-needs-depin/): Mawari is revolutionizing extended reality (XR) by creating the first Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN) for Spatial Computing. According to Luis Ramirez, Founder and CEO of Mawari, traditional content delivery networks (CDNs) cannot support the real-time, high-fidelity demands of XR experiences. Mawari’s decentralized network optimizes compute, bandwidth, and storage, unlocking seamless streaming for AI-powered digital humans, immersive experiences, and next-gen mixed reality applications. - [Investing in the Future of Decentralized Infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/blog/investing-in-the-future-of-decentralized-infrastructure/) - [Scaling DePIN: The Infrastructure Powering Decentralized Networks](https://depinspace.co/blog/scaling-depin-the-infrastructure-powering-decentralized-networks/): This panel was recorded at DePIN Day Hong Kong — a flagship event dedicated to the future of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Hosted by Fluence and Titan Network, it brings together founders, developers, and ecosystem leaders to explore what’s next in decentralized infrastructure. The discussion highlights real-world use cases and emerging trends in the DePIN ecosystem. Watch to learn how leading teams are building infrastructure beyond the cloud. - [The challenges and opportunities in making DePIN truly accessible](https://depinspace.co/blog/the-challenges-and-opportunities-in-making-depin-truly-accessible/): This talk by Domenic Carosa (Hivello) was recorded at DePIN Day Hong Kong — a flagship event dedicated to the future of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Hosted by Fluence and Titan Network, it brings together founders, developers, and ecosystem leaders to explore what’s next in decentralized infrastructure. The discussion highlights real-world use cases and emerging trends in the DePIN ecosystem. Watch to learn how leading teams are building infrastructure beyond the cloud. - [DePIN & Data: Powering the Next Generation of Decentralized Infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-data-powering-the-next-generation-of-decentralized-infrastructure/): This panel was recorded at DePIN Day Hong Kong — a flagship event dedicated to the future of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Hosted by Fluence and Titan Network, it brings together founders, developers, and ecosystem leaders to explore what’s next in decentralized infrastructure. The discussion highlights real-world use cases and emerging trends in the DePIN ecosystem. Watch to learn how leading teams are building infrastructure beyond the cloud. - [The critical role of orchestration in scaling decentralized physical infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/blog/the-critical-role-of-orchestration-in-scaling-decentralized-physical-infrastructure/) - [DePIN & AI: Redefining the Future of Intelligent Infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-ai-redefining-the-future-of-intelligent-infrastructure/) - [A Fundamental Challenge for AI: Spatial Awareness in the Physical World](https://depinspace.co/blog/a-fundamental-challenge-for-ai-spatial-awareness-in-the-physical-world/): This talk by Nils Pihl, founder of Auki Labs was recorded at DePIN Day Hong Kong — a flagship event dedicated to the future of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. Hosted by Fluence and Titan Network, it brings together founders, developers, and ecosystem leaders to explore what’s next in decentralized infrastructure. The discussion highlights real-world use cases and emerging trends in the DePIN ecosystem. Watch to learn how leading teams are building infrastructure beyond the cloud. - [Future of people-powered Cloud Services](https://depinspace.co/blog/future-of-people-powered-cloud-services/) - [How Helium are creating cost-efficient, community-powered coverage](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-helium-are-creating-cost-efficient-community-powered-coverage/): What if your phone plan came from the crowd, not a carrier? At DePIN Day Hong Kong, Sam Lewis of Helium shared how the network is transforming global telecom by building the world’s largest decentralized wireless infrastructure. From IoT to mobile coverage, Helium empowers individuals to deploy hotspots and earn rewards while contributing to a global, community-powered network. Here's how Helium is changing the rules of connectivity. - [How Fluence is Cutting Cloud Costs by 50% with Cloudless Computing](https://depinspace.co/blog/how-fluence-is-cutting-cloud-costs-by-50-with-cloudless-computing-2/): Fluence is redefining cloud computing by offering a decentralized, cost-efficient alternative to traditional hyperscalers. According to Evgeny Ponomarev, Co-Founder of Fluence, the platform eliminates unnecessary overhead costs, allowing users to save up to 50% on cloud expenses. With an on-chain marketplace, token incentives, and a trustless infrastructure, Fluence is leading the charge towards truly cloudless computing. - [Empowering Devs With Decentralized Compute](https://depinspace.co/blog/empowering-devs-with-decentralized-compute/) - [The Cloudless Computing Platform](https://depinspace.co/blog/the-cloudless-computing-platform/) - [Why Verification Matters](https://depinspace.co/blog/why-verification-matters/): In this fireside chat, Tom Trowbridge (Fluence) sits down with Guy Wuollet, partner at a16z crypto, to unpack the investment logic, technical underpinnings, and transformative potential of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN). Guy shares a16z's approach to sectors like decentralized energy, compute infrastructure, and AI, highlighting the critical role of verification, crypto-native founders, and long-term real-world impact. - [AI-Powered Decentralization: How DePIN is Shaping the Future of Intelligent Infrastructure](https://depinspace.co/blog/ai-powered-decentralization-how-depin-is-shaping-the-future-of-intelligent-infrastructure/) - [Building the Backbone of DePIN: Data Access, Indexing, and Middleware](https://depinspace.co/blog/depin-ecosystem-overview-2/) ## Pages - [DePIN Day](https://depinspace.co/depinday/): What the community says - [Speakers](https://depinspace.co/author/): Become a speaker - [Podcast](https://depinspace.co/podcast/): DePINed is a podcast focused on the ecosystem of decentralized physical networks hosted by Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence - [Privacy Policy](https://console.fluence.network/files/FLUENCE_PRIVACY_POLICY.pdf): Suggested text: Our website address is: https://depinspace.co. - [Home Page](https://depinspace.co/): Hear from founders, investors and key industry leaders on the DePINed podcast, stay up to date on the latest DePIN Day conferences and other events and explore the universe of exciting DePIN projects. ## Podcasts - [iExec and the Future of Web3 Privacy: Bringing Confidentiality On-Chain](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/iexec-and-the-future-of-web3-privacy-bringing-confidentiality-on-chain/): As Web3 evolves, its focus is shifting beyond decentralization alone. The next layer being actively built is privacy — especially as financial use cases like stablecoins, DeFi, and real-world assets move on-chain. - [Heatbit and the Future of Bitcoin Mining: The Rise of Decentralized Home Mining](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/heatbit-and-the-future-of-bitcoin-mining-the-rise-of-decentralized-home-mining/): Bitcoin mining began as a hobby. In the early days of the network, individuals could run mining software from their home computers or small setups in basements and garages. Over time, however, the economics of mining shifted dramatically. - [Financing AI Infrastructure: USD.ai’s Bet on On-Chain GPU Credit](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/financing-ai-infrastructure-usd-ais-bet-on-on-chain-gpu-credit/): In a recent episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, Co-Founder & CEO of Fluence, sat down with Conor Moore, Co-Founder of USD.ai, to unpack one of the least discussed — yet most critical — layers of the AI boom: credit. While most conversations around AI infrastructure focus on model performance, chips, or hyperscaler demand, this episode turns to a more structural question: - [Skymapper and the Rise of Decentralized Space Intelligence](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/skymapper-and-the-rise-of-decentralized-space-intelligence/): The space above us is no longer empty and it’s getting more complex every year. - [DePIN eSIM Connectivity in 190+ Countries Without the Web2 Friction](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/depin-esim-connectivity-in-190-countries-without-the-web2-friction/): In a recent episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, Fluence sat down with Marcus Hearne, Founder of Ubitel, a DePIN-powered global connectivity platform. Ubitel’s starting point is simple: staying connected while traveling shouldn’t require clunky Web2 onboarding, repetitive KYC, and overpriced roaming and the long-term vision goes even further, into a world where everyday devices help secure and scale decentralized connectivity. - [Edge AI and the Rise of Real-World Intelligence](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/edge-ai-and-the-rise-of-real-world-intelligence/): In the latest episode of the DePINed Podcast, we sat down with Harry Dewhirst, Founder & CEO of 375AI, to unpack how edge AI and decentralized infrastructure are beginning to reshape the way we understand the physical world. The conversation goes beyond hardware and token mechanics, focusing instead on how real-world data is captured, processed, and monetized and why offline intelligence may be one of the most important frontiers for DePIN networks. - [Fluence in 2025: Building a DePIN CloudStack for AI Compute at Scale](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/fluence-in-2025-building-a-depin-cloudstack-for-ai-compute-at-scale/): 2025 became a defining year for Fluence. It was the year Fluence quietly finished laying the foundation for something much bigger. While much of the industry continued to debate what decentralized infrastructure could be, Fluence focused on making sure it actually worked. - [Nodes That Do Stuff: Datagram’s Vision for Real DePIN](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/nodes-that-do-stuff-datagrams-no-bullshit-vision-for-real-depin/): This week on the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge welcomes Jason Brink, co-founder and CEO of Datagram, to unpack one of the boldest takes in the space: most DePINs don’t work. - [Scaling Small: How Fortytwo Combines Decentralized AI and Real-World Compute](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/scaling-small-how-fortytwo-combines-decentralized-ai-and-real-world-compute/): In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge welcomes Ivan Nikitin, co-founder of Fortytwo — a decentralized AI infrastructure project combining the power of small, specialized models and consumer-grade hardware. Fortytwo represents a bold bet: that the future of AI won’t be dominated by trillion-parameter frontier models, but by lightweight swarms of task-specific models running on everyday devices. - [Decentralized Energy: Solar, Home Batteries & Virtual Power Plants | Jason Badeaux, Daylight](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/decentralized-energy-solar-home-batteries-virtual-power-plants-jason-badeaux-daylight/): The future of energy isn’t just about more power — it’s about better networks. In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, we speak with Jason Badeaux, co-founder of Daylight, a company revolutionizing how we generate, finance, and distribute electricity. From rooftop solar to on-chain energy yields, Jason breaks down how Daylight is combining DePIN principles with DeFi mechanics to reshape energy infrastructure at scale. - [Tokenized Telecom: Karrier One’s DePIN Approach to Global Mobile Access](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/tokenized-telecom-karrier-ones-depin-approach-to-global-mobile-accessa/): In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge, co-founder & CEO of Fluence, sits down with Samer Bishay — the founder of Karrier One — to explore how decentralized telecom infrastructure is reshaping mobile connectivity. - [Grass: The DePIN Data Engine Powering Today’s AI Models (8M Devices, Petabytes of Web Data)](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/grass-the-depin-data-engine-powering-todays-ai-models-8m-devices-petabytes-of-web-data/): AI is hungry for data. High-signal, real-world, multimodal data. And almost no one in the world can deliver it at the scale the largest AI labs now require. - [Streaming the 3D World: How Mawari is Building the Compute Layer for AR](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/streaming-the-3d-world-how-mawari-is-building-the-compute-layer-for-ar/): In episode #66 of the DePINed Podcast, Tom Trowbridge welcomes Luis Oscar Ramirez, founder of Mawari, to unpack how AR and AI will be delivered at scale through decentralized infrastructure. - [The VC Playbook for DePIN: What Investors Are Really Looking For](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/the-vc-playbook-for-depin-what-investors-are-really-looking-fo/): In a rapidly expanding landscape of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN), one question dominates every founder's mind: What are VCs really looking for? In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence, sits down with Mike Zajko, co-founder of Lattice, one of the most active venture firms focused on the DePIN space. - [AI-Powered TV: Smart Agents, Tokens & Real-Time Context](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ai-powered-tv-smart-agents-tokens-real-time-context/): In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge welcomes Mateusz Poreda, co-founder of Rumi — a DePIN project redefining the future of interactive media. If you've ever wanted to talk to your TV, shop directly from a show, or ask what soundtrack is playing — Rumi is building the infrastructure to make that happen. - [Tokenizing the World’s AI Training Data](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/tokenizing-the-worlds-ai-training-data/): In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Max Li, founder and CEO of OORT, a decentralized AI data collection and compute platform that’s scaling globally and fast. Max is also a professor of electrical engineering at Columbia University and a pioneer in blockchain-based data infrastructure. - [Decentralizing Energy: Grid Disruption & Tokenization via DePIN](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/decentralizing-energy-grid-disruption-tokenization-via-depin/): In episode #63 of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge is joined by Dr. Jemma Green, co-founder of Powerledger, to explore how DePIN is accelerating one of the most vital global transitions: the shift to decentralized, resilient, and renewables-driven energy grids. - [Scaling the Future of Game Infrastructure with Beamable](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/scaling-the-future-of-game-infrastructure-with-beamable/): In episode #61 of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Jon Radoff, founder & CEO of Beamable, to unpack how decentralized infrastructure is reshaping the $230B+ global gaming industry. This is a vertical we don’t often explore in DePIN, but one that might hold the biggest potential of all. - [Unlocking the Permanent Cloud: Naming, Gateways & Scale on Arweave](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/unlocking-the-permanent-cloud-naming-gateways-scale-on-arweave/): What does it take to bring permanent data storage to the masses and make it usable? - [Decentralized Storage, Real Revenue & the Rise of Subnets](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/juan-benet-filecoin-decentralized-storage-real-revenue-the-rise-of-subnets-54/): In this special episode of the DePINed Podcast, recorded on-site at DePIN Day Dubai, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Juan Benet, inventor of IPFS and founder of Protocol Labs, to discuss how Filecoin is evolving far beyond its original purpose. - [How ARO Network Is Revolutionizing Decentralized CDN with Buy-and-Burn Tokenomics](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/cathy-zhu-aro-how-aro-network-is-revolutionizing-decentralized-cdn-with-buy-and-burn-tokenomics-60/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Cathy Zhu, COO of ARO Network, a decentralized content delivery network (CDN) transforming how bandwidth is used and monetized. ARO is building infrastructure to serve the rising global demand for high-speed, low-latency content delivery using decentralized hardware. - [How NodeOps Powers 67,000+ Nodes & $6M in DePIN Revenue](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/naman-kabra-nodeops-how-nodeops-powers-67000-nodes-6m-in-depin-revenue-59/): In the latest episode of the DePINedPodcast, host Tom Trowbridge dives deep with Naman Kabra, the founder of NodeOps, a powerful orchestration layer that is quietly becoming the backbone of decentralized compute. - [Building the Real-World Metaverse: How to Scale 3D Mapping](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/diego-di-tommaso-over-building-the-real-world-metaverse-how-to-scale-3d-mapping-58/): In a world racing toward spatial computing and augmented reality, Over has quietly become a powerhouse. Founded in 2020 as a metaverse project, Over has since evolved into one of the most ambitious builders in the DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) space. Its mission? To map the world in 3D, one hexagon at a time. - [Building for the Future of Decentralized Storage and Compute](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/sam-williams-arweave-building-for-the-future-of-decentralized-storage-and-compute-57/): In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge talks with Sam Williams, co-founder of Arweave. Preserving newspaper archives, building a decentralized operating system, Sam has spent the past decade on a mission: to make the internet forget less. In a world of ephemerality, censorship, and algorithmic decay, Arweave offers something radically different — permanent storage. And now, with Arweave, it’s taking on decentralized compute at scale. - [The DePIN Storage Layer Powering AI & Media Workloads](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/colby-winegar-storj-the-depin-storage-layer-powering-ai-media-workloads-56/): In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Colby Winegar, CEO of Storj, a pioneering decentralized storage protocol that has been building since 2015 before “DePIN” was even a buzzword. As Storj celebrates its 10-year anniversary, Winegar shares insights on navigating market shifts, balancing decentralization with customer needs, and why decentralized storage is a critical foundation for the cloud of tomorrow. - [Decentralized RPC, Real Revenue & LLM Access](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/arthur-sabintsev-pokt-network-decentralized-rpc-real-revenue-llm-access-55/): In a world racing toward decentralized everything, infrastructure remains a bottleneck. In this episode of the DePINed Podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Arthur Sabintsev, CEO of Grove, the team building POKT Network (POKT), one of the earliest and most resilient projects in the DePIN ecosystem. What started as a decentralized blockchain access protocol is now evolving into a global network for inference and intelligent agent access. Here’s what you need to know. - [Web3 Hot Storage That Actually Works for Enterprises](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/stefaan-vervaet-akave-web3-hot-storage-that-actually-works-for-enterprises-53/): In episode 53 of the DePINed podcast, host Tom Trowbridge sits down with Stefaan Vervaet, founder of Akave, to explore how the future of decentralized storage depends on usability, verifiability, and integration with AI and enterprise-grade workflows. - [Startup Turns Phones into a Decentralized Compute Network](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/alessandro-de-carli-acurast-startup-turns-phones-into-a-decentralized-compute-network-52/): In the 52nd episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge welcomes Alessandro De Carli, co-founder of Acurast, to discuss how the mobile devices in our pockets can power the next wave of decentralized computing. - [Decentralizing HD Maps for Autonomous Vehicles & AI](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/guang-ling-rovr-network-decentralizing-hd-maps-for-autonomous-vehicles-ai-51/): In the race to build smarter cities and truly autonomous systems, accurate, large-scale, real-time 3D data. That’s exactly what Rovr Network is after. - [Cyber-Resilient Storage and Real Yield: Protocol Deep Dive](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/patrick-dunlop-jackal-labs-cyber-resilient-storage-and-real-yield-protocol-deep-dive-50/): In the 50th episode of the DePINed podcast, Tom Trowbridge sits down with Patrick Dunlop, co-founder of Jackal Protocol, to unpack how decentralized storage must evolve beyond cheap bytes and towards real-world use, enterprise-grade SLAs, and cybersecurity resilience. - [Crowdsourced Location, Verified Data & DePIN at Scale](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/markus-levin-xyo-crowdsourced-location-verified-data-depin-at-scale-49/): In this episode of the DePINed podcast, Tom Trowbridge speaks with Markus Levin, co-founder of XYO — a pioneering project in the decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN) space that predates even the term "DePIN" itself. This conversation explores the early days of XYO, how it evolved, and what it means to build and scale a crowdsourced network focused on location and data verification. - [DePIN for TikTok, $1M Revenue & 550K Devices](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/konstantin-tkachuk-titan-network-depin-for-tiktok-1m-revenue-550k-devices-48/): DePINed is a podcast diving deep into the world of Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks. These are the protocols that crowdsource real-world infrastructure — from bandwidth to compute — using crypto incentives to build scalable, global systems. Hosted by Tom Trowbridge, Co-Founder & CEO of Fluence, DePINed spotlights the builders, investors, and projects that are shaping the future of physical networks. - [The Future of Machine Intelligence & The DePIN Compute Revolution](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ben-fielding-harry-grieve-gensyn-the-future-of-machine-intelligence-the-depin-compute-revolution-47/): When you think of machine learning at scale, your mind probably goes to hyperscale data centers, billion-dollar CapEx races, and a handful of centralized players dominating AI infrastructure. But what if the future of AI isn’t built in server rooms, but across a permissionless network of everyday devices? - [Decentralizing Connectivity: the Future of Real-Time Communication](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ayush-ranjan-huddle01-decentralizing-connectivity-the-future-of-real-time-communication-46/): DePINed Podcast is your front-row seat to the builders, thinkers, and founders reshaping our physical world through decentralized infrastructure. Each episode explores how crypto incentives and community-powered networks are transforming industries — from connectivity and storage to robotics and mobility. - [Scaling the World’s Largest Precise Positioning Network with GEODNET](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/mike-horton-geodnet-scaling-the-worlds-largest-precise-positioning-network-45/): DePINed Podcast is your front-row seat to the builders, thinkers, and founders reshaping our physical world through decentralized infrastructure. Each episode explores how crypto incentives and community-powered networks are transforming industries — from connectivity and storage to robotics and mobility. - [Making DePIN Simple: Aggregating Networks & Monetizing Data](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/alexander-markin-aydo-making-depin-simple-aggregating-networks-monetizing-data-44/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Alexander Markin, CEO of AYDO, to explore how DePIN adoption is becoming easier than ever. - [Why The Internet Needs Decentralized Compute?](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/kabir-veitas-nunet-why-the-internet-needs-decentralized-compute-43/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Kabir Veitas, Co-founder & CEO of NuNet, to explore why decentralized compute is the missing layer of Web3. - [The One-Click Future of DePIN Mining](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/domenic-carosa-hivello-the-one-click-future-of-depin-mining-42/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Domenic Carosa, Co-founder of Hivello, about how they’re making DePIN mining accessible to everyone — from crypto newcomers to large enterprises. - [Mapping the Future with DePIN: Data is the New Gold](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/brent-van-der-heiden-mapmetrics-mapping-the-future-with-depin-data-is-the-new-gold-41/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Brent van der Heiden, Co-founder & CEO of MapMetrics, about how crowdsourced, tokenized mapping is challenging the dominance of traditional navigation giants. - [Rethinking machine networks with spatial computing](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/nils-pihl-auki-rethinking-machine-networks-with-spatial-computing-40/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Nils Pihl, Founder of Auki, about the future of machine perception, spatial computing, and how behavioral science meets blockchain to power smarter, decentralized machine networks. - [Building a 100k-Station Network with DePIN innovation](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/daniel-ammann-onocoy-building-a-100k-station-network-with-depin-innovation-39/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Daniel Ammann, Founder of onocoy, about how a decentralized GNSS network can transform industries by delivering high-precision location data at scale. - [Can Decentralization transform EV charging?](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ting-du-powerpod-can-decentralization-transform-ev-charging-38/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Ting Du, Founder of PowerPod, about how blockchain, tokenomics, and a decentralized mindset are powering the next generation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. - [The new era of Electric Vehicle charging](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/dominic-klopsch-charge-xyz-the-new-era-of-electric-vehicle-charging-37/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Dominic Klopsch, Co-founder & CEO of Charge.xyz, about how the team is building a decentralized, scalable EV charging network to meet the explosive global demand for sustainable transportation. - [How noise data is shaping smart cities](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/thomas-messerer-silencio-how-noise-data-is-shaping-smart-cities-36/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Thomas Messerer, Co-founder of Silencio, a decentralized noise data network that empowers citizens to turn urban soundscapes into actionable insights. - [Staking Innovation in Decentralized Networks](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/sylvan-zhang-parasail-staking-innovation-in-decentralized-networks-35/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Sylvan Zhang, Founder of Parasail, about how staking is evolving as a foundational mechanism for securing and scaling decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN). - [The Future of AI: Decentralized GPUs Explained](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/gaurav-sharma-io-net-the-future-of-ai-decentralized-gpus-explained-34/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Gaurav Sharma, CTO of io.net, about how the company is building a decentralized GPU network that powers the next generation of AI innovation. - [Cloudless Decentralized Computing Platform](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/evgeny-ponomarev-fluence-cloudless-decentralized-computing-platform/): In this episode of DePINed, Fluence co-founders Tom Trowbridge and Evgeny Ponomarev sit down to explore how their team is building a cloudless, decentralized computing network that challenges the dominance of traditional cloud providers. - [A Blockchain Powered Decentralized Aviation Network](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/robin-wingardh-wingbits-a-blockchain-powered-decentralized-aviation-network/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Robin Wingardh, Co-founder of WingBits, a groundbreaking project building a decentralized flight tracking network. - [Blockchain-Powered Mobile Data Network](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/michail-angelov-roam-network-blockchain-powered-mobile-data-network/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Michail Angelov, CEO & Co-founder of Roam Network, a decentralized mobile network that puts connectivity back in the hands of users. - [The Future of Decentralized AI Data Networks](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/jesse-adams-uprock-the-future-of-decentralized-ai-data-networks/): In this special 30th episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Jesse Adams, Co-founder of UpRock, a decentralized network for AI-ready data. - [Decentralized Network for Renewable Energy](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/fredrik-ahlgren-sourceful-decentralized-network-for-renewable-energy/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Fredrik Ahlgren, Founder of Sourceful Energy, a decentralized Virtual Power Plant (VPP) platform that connects small-scale energy producers to the grid. - [Decentralized Network for AI-Driven Camera Data](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/alireza-ghods-natix-decentralized-network-for-ai-driven-camera-data/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Alireza Ghods, Co-founder of NATIX, a decentralized network that turns smartphones into AI-powered data capture devices. - [Decentralized Network for Streaming Data](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/omar-ramadan-blockcast-decentralized-network-for-streaming-data/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Omar Ramadan, Co-founder of BlockCast, a decentralized content delivery network (CDN) that leverages multicast and tokenized infrastructure to scale media distribution. - [Decentralized Telecom Network for Internet and 5G](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/deborah-simpier-althea-decentralized-telecom-network-for-internet-and-5g/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Deborah Simpier, Co-founder of Althea, a decentralized telecom network reinventing internet infrastructure through dynamic pricing, tokenized incentives, and scalable community networks. - [Scalable Decentralized Environmental Network](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/luca-franchi-ambient-scalable-decentralized-environmental-network/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Luca Franchi, Co-founder & CEO of Ambient, the world’s largest decentralized environmental sensor network. - [Decentralized Wireless Network for IoT and Mobile](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/scott-sigel-helium-decentralized-wireless-network-for-iot-and-mobile/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Scott Sigel, Chief Operating Officer at the Helium Foundation, one of the most recognized pioneers in the DePIN space. - [Decentralized Broadband via Mesh Networks and Blockchain](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/neil-chatterjee-dawn-decentralized-broadband-via-mesh-networks-and-blockchain/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Neil Chatterjee, Founder & CEO of Dawn (formerly Andrena), a decentralized broadband platform using mesh networks and blockchain to bring fast, affordable internet to everyone. - [Decentralized High-Precision Positioning](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/mike-horton-geodnet-decentralized-high-precision-positioning-22/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Mike Horton, Founder of GEODNET, a decentralized network delivering affordable, high-precision location services. - [Democratizing Cloud Rendering and AI for Creators](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/trevor-harries-jones-render-democratizing-cloud-rendering-and-ai-for-creators/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Trevor Harries-Jones, CEO of Render, a platform reimagining cloud rendering for creators, developers, and AI builders. - [Blockchain-Driven Energy Solutions for a Stable Grid](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/jason-badeaux-daylight-blockchain-driven-energy-solutions-for-a-stable-grid/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Jason Badeaux, Co-founder & CEO of Daylight, a project combining blockchain with distributed energy systems to build a more resilient, efficient, and decentralized energy grid. - [Ronald Kogens: Legal Frameworks for Web3 and DAOs in Switzerland](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ronald-kogens-legal-frameworks-for-web3-and-daos-in-switzerland/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Ronald Kogens, a leading expert in technology law, with deep experience in blockchain, crypto, and decentralized governance. - [Tokenizing Energy for Decentralized Green Networks](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/tom-fuerstner-rddl-tokenizing-energy-for-decentralized-green-networks/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Tom Fuerstner, Founder & CTO of RIDDLE&CODE, a European pioneer in blockchain interface solutions. - [Decentralized Rideshare and Blockchain Integration](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/paul-bohm-teleport-decentralized-rideshare-and-blockchain-integration/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Paul Bohm, Co-founder of Teleport, a project building decentralized rideshare infrastructure powered by blockchain. - [Exploring Decentralization and Crypto Economics](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/salvador-gala-ev3-exploring-decentralization-and-crypto-economics/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — has a conversation with Salvador Gala, Co-founder of Escape Velocity (EV3) and co-host of the Proof of Coverage podcast. - [Decentralizing GPU Access for AI and Gaming with Blockchain](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/mark-rydon-aethir-decentralizing-gpu-access-for-ai-and-gaming-with-blockchain/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Mark Rydon, Co-founder & Chief Strategy Officer at Aethir, a decentralized cloud infrastructure company focused on solving the global GPU crunch. - [Analyzing DePIN, Tokenomics, and AI’s Impact on Crypto](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ryan-connor-blockworks-analyzing-depin-tokenomics-and-ais-impact-on-crypto/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Ryan Connor, Analyst at Blockworks Research, one of the leading platforms for institutional-grade crypto analysis. - [Crowdsourcing Data and Privacy-First Decentralized Networks](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/micha-benoliel-nodle-crowdsourcing-data-and-privacy-first-decentralized-networks/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Micha Anthenor Benoliel, Founder of Nodle, a decentralized network that turns smartphones into nodes for crowdsourced data and communication. - [Redefining Automotive Data for Smarter Driving](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/alex-rawitz-dimo-redefining-automotive-data-for-smarter-driving/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — chats with Alex Rawitz, Co-founder of DIMO, a platform revolutionizing how vehicle data is collected, owned, and utilized. - [Decentralizing Mapping with Real-Time Data Collection](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ariel-seidman-hivemapper-decentralizing-mapping-with-real-time-data-collection/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Ariel Seidman, Co-founder & CEO of Hivemapper, the decentralized mapping platform powered by dashcam-equipped drivers. - [Decentralizing Cloud Computing and Revolutionizing GPU Access](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/greg-osuri-akash-decentralizing-cloud-computing-and-revolutionizing-gpu-access/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — has a conversation with Greg Osuri, Founder & CEO of Akash Network, the world’s first decentralized supercloud. - [Building a Global Decentralized Weather Network](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/manolis-nikiforakis-weatherxm-building-a-global-decentralized-weather-network/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Manolis Nikiforakis, Co-founder & CEO of WeatherXM, a company pioneering decentralized weather infrastructure to serve communities around the world. - [Decentralized Transforming Geospatial Data with Drones](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/alec-wilson-spexi-decentralized-transforming-geospatial-data-with-drones/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Alec Wilson, Chief Commercial Officer at Spexi , a Canadian drone software company revolutionizing how geospatial data is captured and processed. - [Decentralizing Mobile Networks with Blockchain](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/richard-devaul-xnet-decentralizing-mobile-networks-with-blockchain/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Richard DeVaul, CEO of XNet, a blockchain-powered mobile network leveraging CBRS and carrier-grade Wi-Fi to rethink wireless connectivity. - [Investing in DePIN and the Future of Compute](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/tushar-jain-multicoin-capital-investing-in-depin-and-the-future-of-compute/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Tushar Jain, Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital, one of the most influential venture firms in crypto. - [Decentralized Proof of Location for the Physical World](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/ryan-john-king-foam-decentralized-proof-of-location-for-the-physical-world/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with Ryan John King, Founder of FOAM, a spatial protocol built on Ethereum that delivers secure, decentralized Proof of Location services. - [Tokenomics and Incentives Shaping DePIN Networks](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/robert-koschig-1kx-tokenomics-and-incentives-shaping-depin-networks/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — speaks with Robert Koschig, Researcher at 1kx, a leading early-stage crypto investment firm. - [Building Core Infrastructure for the DePIN Ecosystem](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/vuk-vukoje-web3mine-building-core-infrastructure-for-the-depin-ecosystem/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — is joined by Vuk Vukoje, Founder of web3mine, to explore what it takes to build the foundational infrastructure powering the entire DePIN movement. - [Decentralizing Solar Energy with DePIN](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/david-vorick-glow-decentralizing-solar-energy-with-depin/): In this episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — talks with David Vorick, Founder & CEO of Glow, a new DePIN project working to reshape the energy economy. - [Decentralizing Video Streaming for the Future of AI](https://depinspace.co/podcasts/doug-petkanics-livepeer-decentralizing-video-streaming-for-the-future-of-ai/): In the very first episode of DePINed, host Tom Trowbridge — co-founder of Fluence — sits down with Doug Petkanics, Founder & CEO at Livepeer, a pioneer in decentralized video infrastructure. ## Ecosystem - [Heatbit](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/heatbit/): A Bitcoin mining heater that warms your home while earning Bitcoin. Quiet, efficient crypto space heater for everyday living. - [USD.AI](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/usd-ai/): USDai earns yield by providing liquidity to emerging AI companies who have real collateral but aren't the size of OpenAI or have access to Blackstone - [Skymapper](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/skymapper/): SkyMapper is building the world’s first decentralized telescope network capable of responding to cosmic events in under two minutes, faster than many professional observatories limited by schedules and bureaucracy. - [Ubitel](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/ubitel/): An eSIM for the entire planet. Affordable, reliable data in 200+ countries powered by a global community. - [Consensys](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/consensys/): Consensys is leading the transition to Decentralized Finance. We connect people and markets through distributed, open-source blockchains. - [Antier](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/antier/): Decentralized infrastructure ecosystem combining blockchain, distributed computing, AI processing, and storage capabilities. It enables individuals and enterprises to share underutilized hardware resources globally, creating a collaborative, censorship-resistant, and cost-effective alternative to centralized cloud providers. - [Zeeve](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/zeeve/): Zeeve is trusted by thousands of Blockchain startups, Enterprises and Web3 Developers to deploy, scale, monitor and manage their decentralized applications.. - [Datagram](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/datagram/): Decentralized infrastructure ecosystem combining blockchain, distributed computing, AI processing, and storage capabilities. It enables individuals and enterprises to share underutilized hardware resources globally, creating a collaborative, censorship-resistant, and cost-effective alternative to centralized cloud providers. - [Oasis](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/oasis/): Pioneering Privacy
in Web3 - [Framework Ventures](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/framework-ventures/):  a San Francisco-based, crypto-native venture firm searching for winning founders in DeFi, stablecoins, AI, and blockchain infrastructure. - [RUMI](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/rumi/): The cultural AI built from how we watch. Rumi rewards you for streaming. It runs in the background, validates what you watch, and turns it into cultural signal. Every verified minute helps train a smarter foundation for AI-powered media. Your participation is private and rewarded. - [Greenfield](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/greenfield/): a European crypto investment firm - [Manta Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/manta-network/): The Largest Modular L2 - [Polymorphic Capital](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/polymorphic-capital/): Polymorphic Capital is the application-centric Web3 VC, with a keen focus on fostering practical use cases that build upon Web3's infrastructure. - [Lattice](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/lattice/): Lattice invests in early crypto protocols and projects - [Recall](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/recall/) - [Distributed Global](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/distributed-global/): Distributed Global is a venture capital firm and asset manager established around June 2017, headquartered in the United States. - [Fortytwo](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/fortytwonetwork/): Blockchain-powered network for decentralized computing, AI, and storage solutions. - [375ai](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/375ai/): AI-powered platform optimizing DePIN and Web3 network operations through data-driven intelligence. - [Oort](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/oort/): Decentralized AI infrastructure powering intelligent applications at scale - [Network3](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/network3/): Decentralized, privacy-first WiFi network powered by blockchain incentives. - [Drop Wireless](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/drop-wireless/): Community-owned wireless network rewarding users for sharing internet coverage via decentralized hotspots. - [SkyTrade](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/skytrade/): Tokenized airspace and infrastructure network for decentralized drone operations. - [Karrier One](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/karrier-one/): A decentralized wireless network providing global connectivity through blockchain-powered infrastructure. - [Grafilab](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/grafilab/): Decentralized GPU network powering scalable AI and compute workloads. - [Blockchange](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/blockchange/): A venture capital firm backing early-stage blockchain companies shaping the future of decentralized technologies. - [MME Legal](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/mme-legal/): A Swiss law, tax, and compliance firm specializing in complex cross-border business, blockchain, and fintech solutions. - [Multicoin Capital](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/multicoin-capital/): Thesis-driven investment firm that invests in tokens and blockchain companies. - [Protagonist](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/protagonist/): A venture capital firm focused on backing early-stage emerging technology businesses. - [Hashed](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/hashed/): A global venture capital firm accelerating blockchain adoption through investment, community building, and ecosystem growth. - [Blue Yard](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/blue-yard/): A venture capital firm backing founders building open, decentralized, and permissionless technologies. - [cyber Fund](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/cyber-fund/): An investment platform for decentralized protocols and crypto assets. - [Outlier Ventures](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/outlier-ventures/): Web3 accelerator and venture platform fueling early-stage infrastructure and AI-driven startups. - [Filecoin Foundation](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/filecoin-foundation/): A nonprofit advancing Filecoin adoption and the growth of the decentralized storage ecosystem. - [Borderless](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/borderless/): We are a leading Web3-native investment manager with focus on fostering dynamic blockchain ecosystems & dedicated to help founders achieve their full potential - [A16Z](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/a16z/): A leading venture capital firm investing in bold founders building the future of technology across industries. - [1kx](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/1kx/): A crypto investment firm specializing in ecosystem growth. - [ScPrime](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/scprime/): A decentralized storage network that connects users to enterprise-grade infrastructure with cryptographic security and token incentives. - [Scannit](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/scannit/): A decentralized network that verifies physical products through smartphone scans, turning objects into onchain-verified assets. - [Rowan Energy](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/rowan-energy/): Blockchain network for AI and DePIN applications with high-speed, modular architecture. - [PowerLedger](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/powerledger/): A blockchain platform enabling decentralized energy trading and real-time tracking of renewable energy use. - [Phoenix](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/phoenix/): A next-gen blockchain ecosystem built for AI-native applications, decentralized compute, and data-driven Web3 - [Open Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/open/): Layer-1 blockchain designed for mass adoption, built by Telegram and now maintained by the community. - [Octa](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/octa/): Decentralized cloud platform for computing, VPN, and storage. - [Nosana](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/nosana/): A decentralized GPU compute network focused on powering AI workloads through community-provided hardware. - [Nesa](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/nesa/): AI copilot for technical teams to manage infrastructure, code, and operations. - [MVL](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/mvl/): MVL leverages blockchain technology to seamlessly connect the virtual and real worlds, driving new innovations in mobility. - [Grass](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/grass/): A decentralized data collection network that turns unused internet bandwidth into rewards by powering AI and web intelligence. - [GPU.net](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/gpu-net/): A decentralized GPU compute marketplace for AI, rendering, and high-performance workloads — powered by global node operators. - [Golem](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/golem/): Decentralized marketplace for sharing and monetizing idle computing power. - [Fry Networks](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/fry-networks/): A decentralized compute network for AI inference, powered by underused consumer GPUs and rewarded with crypto. - [Filecoin](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/filecoin/): A decentralized storage network that transforms cloud space into an open market, secured and incentivized by blockchain. - [Derad Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/derad-network/): A decentralized radar network that crowdsources real-time weather and atmospheric data through low-cost sensors. - [Celium](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/celium/): Decentralized AI compute network powered by idle devices. - [BLOCX.](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/blocx/): Decentralized infrastructure for secure, user-owned digital identity and computing. - [Blockride](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/blockride/): Decentralized ride-hailing powered by blockchain and token incentives. - [Bless](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/bless/): Decentralized infrastructure for AI/ML deployment and data ownership. - [aZen Protocol](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/azen-protocol/): Tokenized infrastructure access layer for decentralized AI compute. - [Avail](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/avail/): The horizontally scalable base layer for rollups and appchains - [AR.IO](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/ar-io/): A decentralized gateway and infrastructure layer for permanent data on Arweave. - [Anyone Protocol](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/anyone-protocol/): A decentralized coordination layer for AI agents, enabling them to access real-world services, data, and infrastructure onchain. - [Ankr](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/ankr/): Decentralized infrastructure powering Web3 with multi-chain node hosting and staking. - [Ambious](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/ambious/): AI-native decentralized physical infrastructure for robots and machines. - [AINX](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/ainx/): AINX is creating a scalable, crypto-native infrastructure for running AI models. - [AiGO Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/aigo-network/): An open infrastructure for autonomous AI agents to operate, coordinate, and earn onchain — powered by decentralized compute. - [Adreva Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/adreva-network/): A decentralized healthcare data network where individuals control, share, and monetize their biometric and medical data. - [TechFlow Post](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/techflow-post/): Media platform covering blockchain, crypto, and Web3 innovations with global insights. - [Odaily](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/odaily/): Chinese media platform delivering news and insights on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and Web3. - [Myosin](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/myosin/): Web3 growth collective helping brands and projects scale through community-driven marketing and strategy. - [Jinse](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/jinse/): Leading Chinese blockchain and cryptocurrency media platform providing news, market data, and industry insights. - [Foreisght News](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/foreisght-news/): Chinese Web3 media platform offering real-time news, market analysis, and industry insights. - [Blockstreet](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/blockstreet/): Korean media platform delivering news and insights on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital finance. - [Bwarelabs](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/bwarelabs/): Bware Labs aims to tackle Web3 challenges and boost global adoption by offering the industry's highest-performance and most reliable infrastructure services and development tools. - [Cere Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/cere-network/): A decentralized data cloud platform enabling secure, interoperable, and scalable data solutions for businesses and Web3 applications. - [TokenPost](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/tokenpost/): Blockchain and digital asset news platform from South Korea. - [Tech Bullion](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/tech-bullion/): Global digital publication specializing in news, analysis, and thought leadership on financial technology, blockchain, business, and emerging tech trends. It features in-depth articles, interviews, and market insights from industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. - [WiFi](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/wifi/): A community-powered DePIN network for global internet access, rewarding users for sharing connectivity and coverage data. - [Bitcoin Addict](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/bitcoin-addict/): A leading Thai cryptocurrency and blockchain media platform delivering the latest news, market updates, and educational content to the local and regional community. It covers topics ranging from Bitcoin and altcoins to DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 innovations. - [Eigenlayer](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/eigenlayer/): A restaking protocol that extends Ethereum’s security to new services and middleware. - [dRPC](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/drpc/): Fast and decentralized RPC layer for Web3 developers and applications. - [NEAR](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/near/): A layer-1 blockchain built for usability, scalability, and developer-friendly experiences. - [Entropy](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/entropy/): Community-driven network of DePIN founders and builders pushing open physical infrastructure forward. - [Reppo](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/reppo/): Decentralized credit scoring and data marketplace powered by on-chain and off-chain signals. - [The Market Periodical](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/the-market-periodical/): Global news platform covering cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. - [Chainbase](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/chainbase/): Blockchain data infrastructure for querying, indexing, and building Web3 applications. - [Charge.xyz](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/charge-xyz/): Decentralized platform for deploying and managing EV charging infrastructure. - [Chain 4 Energy (C4E)](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/chain-4-energy-c4e/): A blockchain-based platform transforming energy markets through decentralized trading and renewable energy tokenization. - [ARO Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/aro/): Decentralized data network powering physical infrastructure with real-world data. - [GMNetwork](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/gmnetwork/): AI-native blockchain for decentralized AI agents and applications. - [Orchid](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/orchid/): Decentralized VPN powered by blockchain, enabling private and secure internet access. - [GEODNET](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/geodnet/): Decentralized network of space weather and geospatial data from Earth-based stations and satellites. - [Althea](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/althea/): Decentralized ISP infrastructure enabling community-owned internet. - [Aleph Cloud](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/aleph-cloud/): Supercloud offering developers access to decentralized database storage, VPS, compute, TEE and AI. EVM and SVM compatible. - [Neuron](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/neuron/): Decentralized platform enabling data sharing and monetization for AI models. - [MPost](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/mpost/): MPost is a digital media platform covering Web3, AI, crypto, metaverse, and digital culture. With a global contributor network, it offers breaking news, deep dives, and interviews with industry leaders. MPost explores how emerging technologies reshape society, art, business and identity — aiming to educate and inspire a new generation of digital pioneers. - [Helium](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/helium/): A decentralized wireless network powering IoT and 5G through crypto incentives. - [Sourceful Energy](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/sourceful-energy/): Decentralized platform for funding and operating clean energy infrastructure. - [Digital Journal](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/digital-journal/): Global digital media network delivering news, insights, and analysis across business, technology, and culture. - [RockawayX](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/rockaway-x/): Venture capital platform focused on Web3 infrastructure, including DePIN and crypto networks. - [Titan Network](https://depinspace.co/ecosystem/titan-network/): A decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) for AI compute — turning idle GPUs into a global, verifiable supercomputer. ## DePIN Day - [DePIN Day Miami](https://luma.com/depin-miami): We’re grateful for the partners who support DePIN Day and help us build a platform for the ecosystem to grow. - [DePIN Day Abu Dhabi](#) - [DePIN Day Buenos Aires](https://depinspace.co/depin-day/buenos-aires/) - [DePIN Day Singapore](https://depinspace.co/depin-day/singapore/)