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.
They explore how PowerPod turns private EV chargers into community assets — starting small, scaling globally, and making EV access smarter, cheaper, and more distributed.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
– Why private EV chargers could be the key to democratizing urban mobility
– How blockchain and tokenomics incentivize charger owners and grow the network organically
– Why slow chargers play a crucial (and underappreciated) role in the EV ecosystem
– PowerPod’s real-world deployments in Dubai, Macau, and Indonesia
– How small infrastructure shifts lead to massive systemic change
– What makes the PowerPod model scalable in both dense cities and remote communities
– A bold vision for decentralized mobility powered by people, not corporations
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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