MIT Decentralized AI Summit

Friday, October 11, 9:00 AM — 3:00 PM, MIT Media Lab, Cambridge, Massachusetts

I’m moderating a venture capital panel discussion at the MIT Decentralized AI Summit next Friday. The panelists will include Dave Blundin from Link Ventures, Casey Caruso from Topology Ventures, Jishnu Bhattacharjee from Nexus Venture Partners, and Sam Lehman from Symbolic Capital.

In today's AI landscape, where data, computation, and governance are centralized, decentralized AI offers a promising alternative by using network-based intelligence to foster collaboration and innovation among otherwise distrusted or disincentivized entities.

Cryptocurrencies and blockchain provide the infrastructure, incentives, and governance needed for decentralized AI to function effectively, promoting a more open, collaborative, and secure AI ecosystem.

Among other topics, the panel will address how VCs evaluate decentralized AI investments compared to traditional AI or SaaS, and what unique value propositions will drive more VC funding? How can these projects achieve network effects, attract talent, and build sustainable business models amidst evolving regulations and energy efficiency concerns, especially given the complexities of decentralization and distributed ownership?

If you are nearby next Friday, stop in or join online for free. You can register here.