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 agents, robotics, and fully decentralized model training.
Timestamps
[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam introduces Michael and outlines 0G’s massive traction and mission.
[00:01:00] Michael's Journey: From Bitcoin in grad school to ICOs and the AI-Web3 crossroads.
[00:03:00] What 0G Solves: The case for cheat-proof, transparent AI and blockchain-based provenance.
[00:05:00] Infrastructure: Testnet, L1, decentralized storage, compute layers, and upcoming mainnet.
[00:06:30] Technical Hurdles: From hot storage to random access proofs, DA throughput, and consensus layers.
[00:10:00] Why Build a New L1?: Why Ethereum wasn’t enough—and the Tesla analogy for Web3 UX.
[00:12:00] Scaling Users: How 0G reached 10M wallets—partnerships, KOLs, and atomic brand activation.
[00:14:00] Node Sale & Community: 9,000+ node holders and the power of real ownership over airdrops.
[00:15:00] Trends in Web3: Stablecoins, agents, better UX, DEX innovation, and model training.
[00:16:00] What’s Coming: Why robotics and embedded AI will push blockchain to the edge.
[00:18:00] Survivorship Bias: Why closed models are dangerous and open-source is key for alignment.
[00:21:00] Education Revolution: AI-powered collaborative schooling and what it means for society.
[00:22:30] Roadmap: Scaling decentralized compute, proof of useful work, and agent-to-agent networks.
[00:24:00] $88M Ecosystem Fund: Who it’s for and how founders can plug into 0G’s stack.
[00:25:00] Final CTA: Join the community, build with 0G, and explore the intersection of AI x Web3.
Connect
https://www.linkedin.com/company/0g-labs/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mheinrich/
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