In this episode, COTI Network CEO Shahaf Bar-Geffen joins Sam to unpack why privacy + scalability are the two missing pillars holding crypto back from mass, institutional adoption. Shahaf recounts COTI’s journey from 2017 payment rails to today’s garbled-circuit EVM , explains “privacy on demand” for any chain, and reveals how AI trading agents and a perp DEX called ProX are already running on the stack. Topics include: why transparent ledgers threaten business strategy, how private computation ...
Jul 16, 2025•31 min•Ep. 273
Evan Kuhn, President of DeLorean Labs, joins Sam to share how the iconic car brand is entering Web3. From on-chain car reservations and data-powered utility to the launch of the DMC token and partnerships with stars like Patrick Stewart and Christopher Lloyd — DeLorean is building much more than nostalgia. They discuss how the Flux Protocol enables drive-to-earn rewards, the role of the Sui blockchain, NFT-based authentication for vehicles and merchandise, and how DeLorean aims to lead automotiv...
Jul 11, 2025•27 min•Ep. 271
Alex from NodeOps joins Sam to share how they’re building a decentralized infrastructure platform that’s already generating millions in revenue. She discusses her background at Google and other Web3 infra giants, NodeOps’ unique AI-powered tools, dynamic mint-and-burn tokenomics, and how they’re shaping the future of DePIN. From staking to Security Hub to developer traction, Alex breaks down what sets NodeOps apart and where the ecosystem is heading. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam i...
Jul 09, 2025•27 min•Ep. 270
Usman Wahid, a 23-year veteran lawyer and now founder of Legalise, joins Sam Kamani to explore the evolution of AI in the legal world. They dive into hallucinations in legal AI, how Legalise enables smarter contract negotiation for SaaS companies, the tension between centralized vs decentralized AI models, and how the legal profession must adapt. Usman also shares the importance of human-in-the-loop design, the challenge of building trust in AI tools, and his startup’s ask for early B2B adopters...
Jul 04, 2025•27 min•Ep. 269
Vadym Rozov, founder of Simplify Labs, joins the podcast to break down the regulatory future of crypto in Europe. With MiCA and DORA reshaping the landscape, Simplify Labs is helping exchanges stay compliant and launch fast with modular white-label solutions. Vadym shares what sets their platform apart, the challenges of MiCA implementation, how banks are evolving into exchanges, and what startups must know before entering regulated markets. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces...
Jun 30, 2025•23 min•Ep. 268
Michael from 0G.AI joins Sam to discuss how they're building the AI operating system of the decentralized world. From decentralized compute and high-throughput storage to local consensus clusters and alignment networks, 0G is tackling the hardest infrastructure challenges at the intersection of AI and blockchain. With over 10 million wallets, 500+ companies building on Testnet, and $350M raised, this episode unpacks how they’re enabling verifiable, transparent AI for real-world use—like embedded...
Jun 25, 2025•27 min•Ep. 267
What if your wallet could pay gas fees on any chain—using just BNB? In this episode, Sam Kamani speaks with founder Rishi, Yashi and Divyansh from Tychi Wallet about building a next-gen smart wallet with AI, on-chain privacy, and a universal gas framework (UGF) that simplifies multi-chain interactions. They discuss how Tychi aims to replace clunky user experiences with smart abstraction, social recovery, cold wallet security, and embedded education—all while remaining non-custodial. Rishi also s...
Jun 20, 2025•29 min•Ep. 266
Robert Mofrad from Serenity joins the show to talk about digital asset inheritance, decentralized data survivability, and the power of biometrics in Web3. From seed phrase backups to biometric cards that double as wallets, Serenity is tackling the often-overlooked infrastructure needed for long-term Web3 adoption. Robert also shares his thoughts on RWA vs. RWS (Real World Services), regulatory gaps, and why Serenity is building beyond just another wallet. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: ...
Jun 17, 2025•36 min•Ep. 254
What if your entry point to crypto wasn’t Bitcoin or ETH… but a Real World Asset backed token tied to real oil production? In this episode, Dave from OilXCoin shares how their team is bridging the gap between traditional energy markets and Web3 by launching a token which has received regulatory approval. From upstream oil leases and production logistics to regulatory compliance, licensed secondary market exchanges, and building for crypto newcomers — this episode is a real-world masterclass in h...
Jun 11, 2025•36 min•Ep. 265
What’s holding back enterprise adoption of blockchain? In this episode, Sergio from Sonar X joins Sam to explain why the missing piece is data infrastructure . Drawing from experience at Bloomberg and AWS (where he led Amazon Managed Blockchain), Sergio breaks down why most blockchain systems are broken at the data layer—and how Sonar X is building a scalable, multi-chain backend to fix it. From audit-grade historical data to real-time indexing across 30+ chains, Sonar X is laying the foundation...
Jun 06, 2025•34 min•Ep. 264
What if smart contracts could see and react to events across multiple blockchains—automatically? In this episode, I speak with Rong Kai , co-founder of Reactive Network , a groundbreaking Layer 0.5 protocol designed to enable reactive smart contracts that operate fully on-chain. If you're a developer, founder, or anyone interested in the future of composable, automated smart contracts, this episode is for you. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Rong Kai and the concept of Rea...
Jun 04, 2025•44 min•Ep. 263
Sim Khela from Farmsent joins Sam to explore how blockchain, sensors, and co-ops are creating a new agricultural economy. From decentralized food marketplaces to tokenized trade finance and carbon credits, Sim breaks down how Web3 can uplift farmers, ensure food security, and transform supply chains globally. With 160,000 farmers onboarded, partnerships across continents, and a “children-first” KPI, this episode shows what real-world impact in Web3 looks like. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduct...
Jun 02, 2025•29 min•Ep. 262
What does it take to bring regulated, yield-bearing assets like U.S. Treasuries on-chain? Michele Crivelli, co-founder of NexBridge, shares how they're solving financial inclusion through tokenization of RWAs on the Liquid Network. From regulatory approvals in El Salvador to plans for tokenized equities and discretionary mandates, Michele breaks down the steps, the setbacks, and the massive potential of compliant asset tokenization. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Michele ...
May 30, 2025•26 min•Ep. 261
Jon Kol, founder of Hyperlane, joins Sam Kamani to dive deep into one of crypto’s biggest challenges—interoperability. From his days at Morgan Stanley to building Hyperlane, Jon shares how they’re enabling any chain to communicate with any other through permissionless, modular frameworks. He explains why monolithic architectures can’t scale, how modular security flips the bridge security model, and why interchain accounts will redefine how users interact with Web3. If you're building across chai...
May 28, 2025•39 min•Ep. 260
Martins from Gravity Team joins Sam to discuss the evolution of market making in Web3. Starting as a prop trading desk in 2017, Gravity now trades 1% of all spot crypto volume, provides liquidity to token projects, and invests in Web3 infrastructure. Martins explains what founders should look for in a market maker, why stablecoins and payments are the next wave, and how Gravity is building a global trading platform with offices from Latvia to Singapore. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sa...
May 26, 2025•28 min•Ep. 259
Lucian from MultiversX (formerly Elrond) joins Sam Kamani to break down how they’re building one of the fastest L1 blockchains in the world. From sharding to Supernova, discover how MultiversX is tackling decentralization, scalability, and real-world adoption with a new wave of architecture, global partnerships, and government use cases. Lucian also shares what he’d do differently, how they're supporting builders, and the thinking behind their US expansion. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction...
May 23, 2025•39 min•Ep. 258
In this episode, I speak with Maksym , founder of WeFi , about his mission to create a fully decentralized alternative to traditional and neobanks. We dive into his origin story, the architecture of WeFi, how it abstracts complex DeFi systems for everyday users, and why millions of unbanked users are the real opportunity. Maksym also shares insights on banking regulations, token incentives, and why simplicity—not complexity—wins mass adoption. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduc...
May 21, 2025•19 min•Ep. 247
In this episode, Sam Kamani talks with Bundeep Singh Ranga, co-founder of Pi Protocol, about a new model for stablecoins. Bundeep shares how Pi separates principal and interest using tokenized US treasuries, empowering anyone to become a stablecoin minter and earn yield—without giving up liquidity. We explore why stablecoins are just getting started, what decentralization really means for finance, and how Pi Protocol plans to reach underserved markets around the globe. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] ...
May 19, 2025•17 min•Ep. 256
Paul, co-founder of Somnia Protocol and former Improbable exec, joins Sam Kamani to unpack why we still need new Layer 1s—and how Somnia’s high-performance, EVM-compatible blockchain is designed for mass-scale gaming, AI agents, and prediction markets. From his time at Goldman Sachs to building billion-dollar startups, Paul shares deep technical insights on compression, consensus, and abstracting Web3 for everyday users. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces the episode featurin...
May 16, 2025•30 min•Ep. 255
Eric from Polyhedra joins Sam Kamani to unpack how zero-knowledge proofs are redefining interoperability, AI verification, and developer tooling. They dive into the launch of ZK PyTorch, EXP Chain, and how verifiable AI could become the new standard for trusted machine learning. If you’re building with LLMs, exploring trustless infrastructure, or care about blockchain security—this episode is for you. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam welcomes Eric from Polyhedra and previews the conve...
May 10, 2025•29 min•Ep. 253
How do you power the next generation of AI — without centralized data monopolies? In this episode, I talk with Ben Noble , Marketing Director at Sapien, about how Sapien is building the world’s first decentralized data foundry — rewarding people for training AI and contributing real-world data. We cover: How Sapien is combining Web3 incentives with AI data collection Why real human input still matters for AI training Ben’s best advice for marketing Web3/AI startups Storytelling strategies for fo...
Apr 28, 2025•41 min•Ep. 252
How do you grow a Web3 startup without falling into the same old traps — airdrops, bots, and unsustainable hype? In this episode, I speak with Sandesh , founder of Bandit Network , who shares how they’re building growth infrastructure for Web3 — combining off-chain and on-chain data, enabling sustainable campaigns, and even launching their own rollup for deeper integrations. We explore: Why airdrops and point systems often fail How meme launchpads are evolving into engagement tools Mapping Twitt...
Apr 25, 2025•27 min•Ep. 251
What happens when a meme coin gets rugged—and the community takes over? In this episode, Sam chats with S from Neiro , the community takeover lead, to explore the real mechanics behind meme coin takeovers, the evolution of the Neiro project, and how it became the spiritual successor to Dogecoin. From Vitalik-backed donations to exclusive IP licensing and thoughts on political meme coins like TrumpCoin and Milady, S shares what it takes to build a decentralized movement in a chaotic crypto market...
Apr 23, 2025•42 min•Ep. 250
Frank Cheng, founder of Apeiron and DoodiPals, joins Sam to unpack four years of building in Web3 gaming. From raising three funding rounds to building an entire gaming franchise, Frank shares practical lessons on tokenomics, community building, and how to retain real players. Learn why most Web3 games fail and how to fix them, what role AI will play, and why "fun" is the best utility of all. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Frank Cheng from Apeiron and DoodiPals. [00:01:00...
Apr 21, 2025•39 min•Ep. 249
Yang Tang, co-founder of Memetica, joins Sam to dive deep into the world of AI agents — what they are, how they’re trained, and how they’re already generating value across Web2 and Web3. From his background in institutional finance and machine learning to launching BSD and Liam, Yang walks us through building intelligent, monetizable agents and why the future of AI is vertical-specific and application-first. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam welcomes Yang Tang and introduces the topic ...
Apr 18, 2025•48 min•Ep. 248
Kevin from Layer 1X joins Sam Kamani to discuss how they’re building a quantum-resistant, bridgeless blockchain that enables secure cross-chain swaps, multi-chain token issuance, and zero-gas fee transactions. Kevin also shares insights from his PhD in blockchain and quantum computing, and why he believes most of Web3 is unprepared for the quantum era. If you're building in DeFi, infrastructure, or cross-chain protocols, this one's a must-listen. Key Timestamps [00:00:00] Introduction: Sam intro...
Apr 16, 2025•39 min•Ep. 247
Can encryption make Ethereum more fair? In this episode, I speak with Loring Harkness , the ecosystem lead at Shutter Network , about a crucial — and often ignored — issue: malicious MEV. Loring explains how MEV bots extract value from unsuspecting users through front-running and sandwich attacks — and how Shutter uses threshold encryption to stop it. We talk about encrypted mempools, the recent whitepaper proposing encrypted mempools for Ethereum, and how commit-and-reveal encryption is already...
Apr 14, 2025•30 min•Ep. 246
How do you prove someone is human in the AI era? In this episode, Sam Kamani speaks with Terence Kwok, the founder of Humanity Protocol — a decentralized identity blockchain now valued at over $1B. Terence shares how Humanity Protocol uses palm biometrics, ZK proofs, and partnerships with validators to establish proof of personhood, enable on-chain reputation, and prevent identity fraud. We explore use cases ranging from education credentials and credit scoring to gaming identities and undercoll...
Apr 11, 2025•39 min•Ep. 245
In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, Sam is joined by co-host Amanda Whitcroft to interview Hoansoo Lee, co-founder of Exabits.ai. With a PhD from Harvard and deep expertise in edge computing, Hoansoo shares how Exabits is decentralizing the GPU cloud for AI by combining high-performance chips like the H100 and Blackwell with tokenized infrastructure on Web3 rails. They explore why AI compute is the "new energy," how Exabits differentiates from competitors like CoreWeave, and the opportuniti...
Apr 09, 2025•26 min•Ep. 244
In this episode, Brayden Doig from Abyss joins Sam Kamani to discuss his innovative trading card game powered by AI. He shares how Abyss is merging AI with storytelling to create unique, one-of-one NFTs that evolve through user choices. Brayden also dives into his involvement with the Taste Foundation and how AI can transform the entertainment landscape. He talks about his artistic journey and how artists should embrace AI technology while preserving their craft. Plus, he gives valuable advice f...
Apr 07, 2025•35 min•Ep. 243
