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.
They dive deep into the economics behind DePIN — exploring how incentives, costs, and token design can make or break decentralized infrastructure networks.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
– What defines a DePIN and why it’s a fundamentally economic model
– How to design token incentives that align both supply and demand in DePIN networks
– The real costs of running a decentralized physical network
– What founders often overlook when it comes to tokenomics
– Robert’s background in DeFi, data science, and machine learning and how it shapes his research
– Common mistakes crypto founders make in launching infrastructure protocols
– Why well-designed incentives are essential for long-term DePIN adoption and scalability
About DePINed Podcast
DePINed is a podcast exploring the frontier of decentralized physical infrastructure, hosted by Tom Trowbridge, co-founder of Fluence. Each episode features in-depth conversations with founders, builders, and investors who are shaping the future of real-world Web3 networks.
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