Mike McCormick: AI Acceleration vs Risks, Funding Global Resilience, AGI scenarios, U.S. vs China

Join Ceteris and the Delphi Research markets team for a comprehensive look into their predictions and analysis for 2025. The discussion covers the dramatic shifts in the crypto landscape throughout 2024, from the impact of Bitcoin ETFs to the rise of meme coins and Solana's remarkable performance. The team explores key themes including the return of market optimism post-election, the evolution of stablecoin adoption and credit markets, and animated debates about the future market dynamics between Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. With insights from multiple market experts, this episode provides valuable perspective on both the structural and psychological factors shaping crypto markets heading into 2025. 🎯 Key Highlights ▸ Analysis of market dynamics in 2024: ETF impacts, meme coin phenomena, and ecosystem shifts ▸ Deep dive into stablecoin growth and institutional adoption trends ▸ Examination of L1 competition and relative value between BTC, ETH, and SOL ▸ Discussion of regulatory landscape changes and implications for crypto markets ▸ 2025 price predictions and major catalysts ahead 💡 Want to stay updated with the latest in crypto & AI? Hit subscribe and the notification bell! 🔔 🧠 Follow the Alpha ▸ Ceteris' Twitter: @ceterispar1bus ▸ Kevin's Twitter: @kevin_kelly_ii ▸ Jason's Twitter: @3xliquidated ▸ Michael's Twitter: @mrink0 🔗 Connect with Delphi 🌐 Portal: https://delphidigital.io/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/delphi_digital 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delphi-digital 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62PR1RigLG2YN5Pelq6UY9?si=18ac7ccf36ab4753 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-delphi-podcast/id1438148082 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Yy99ZlQIX9-PdG_xHj43Q Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and 2024 Overview 03:27 - ETF Impact and Market Trends 08:13 - ETH Breaking 4k and Market Dynamics 22:26 - Stablecoin Growth and Credit Markets 34:08 - Regulatory Environment Discussion 42:14 - Solana vs Ethereum Analysis 56:51 - 2025 Price Predictions 01:02:00 - Network Value Debate Disclaimer This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

10 Des 20241h 10min

Join Piers Kicks and the Delphi Research team for an in-depth analysis of Web3 gaming's trajectory and what lies ahead in 2025. In this comprehensive discussion, the team unpacks the major developments of 2023-2024, from Off The Grid's groundbreaking console launch to the rise of mobile gaming successes like FableBorn. The conversation explores crucial market dynamics, including funding trends, ecosystem developments, and the evolving relationship between gaming projects and exchanges. The panel dives into the emergence of new distribution models, the impact of AI on gaming, and the potential of user-generated content (UGC) in Web3. With insights from multiple experts, this episode provides a balanced view of both the challenges and opportunities ahead, offering valuable perspective for anyone interested in the intersection of blockchain technology and gaming. 🎯 Key Highlights ▸ The state of Web3 gaming in 2023-24: A deep dive into funding trends, player adoption, and notable launches ▸ Off The Grid's successful console launch marks a major milestone for blockchain gaming adoption ▸ Mobile gaming emerging as a promising frontier with titles like FableBorn showing strong retention metrics ▸ Analysis of ecosystem dynamics with Ronin's growing dominance and new players like Base entering the space ▸ Discussion of token distribution mechanics and exchange dynamics affecting gaming projects ▸ Predictions for 2025 including UGC trends, mobile adoption, and potential market rotations 💡 Want to stay updated with the latest in crypto & AI? Hit subscribe and the notification bell! 🔔 🧠 Follow the Alpha ▸ Piers' Twitter: @pierskicks ▸ Joe's Twitter: @JACL_e9 ▸ Duncan's Twitter: @freaz7 ▸ Hunter's Twitter: @huntersolaire_ 🔗 Connect with Delphi 🌐 Portal: https://delphidigital.io/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/delphi_digital 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delphi-digital 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62PR1RigLG2YN5Pelq6UY9?si=18ac7ccf36ab4753 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-delphi-podcast/id1438148082 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Yy99ZlQIX9-PdG_xHj43Q Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and 2023 Overview 03:04 - Positive Surprises in Gaming 07:09 - Funding Dynamics 17:35 - Off The Grid Analysis 22:27 - Platform Strategy Discussion 29:10 - Infrastructure and Ecosystem Analysis 36:36 - Mobile Gaming Developments 53:19 - Exchange Landscape 01:04:24 - AI Impact on Gaming 01:11:17 - 2025 Predictions Disclaimer This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

6 Des 20241h 20min

Join José Maria Macedo as he dives deep with the Almanak team to explore how AI agents are revolutionizing DeFi and democratizing access to sophisticated trading strategies. 🎯 Key Highlights ▸ The evolution from trading bots to true AI agents with reasoning capabilities ▸ How Almanak's platform enables anyone to build, test, and deploy financial AI agents ▸ Why AI agents could democratize access to sophisticated trading strategies ▸ The intersection of privacy, strategy development, and agent autonomy ▸ Breaking down traditional barriers between alpha creators and capital 💡 Want to stay updated with the latest in crypto & AI? Hit subscribe and the notification bell! 🔔 🧠 Follow the Alpha ▸ José's Twitter: https://x.com/zemariamacedo ▸ Michael's Twitter: https://x.com/MichaelAlmanak ▸ Lars's Twitter: https://x.com/0xLars_ 🔗 Connect with Delphi 🌐 Portal: https://delphidigital.io/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/delphi_digital 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delphi-digital 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62PR1RigLG2YN5Pelq6UY9?si=18ac7ccf36ab4753 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-delphi-podcast/id1438148082 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Yy99ZlQIX9-PdG_xHj43Q Timestamps 00:00 - Introductions & Background 03:11 - What is Almanak? 06:16 - Defining True AI Agents 16:47 - Agent Development Lifecycle 29:08 - Target Users & Market 48:26 - Future of Financial Agents 56:03 - Token Economics & Launch Plans Disclaimer This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

2 Des 20241h 1min

Join Shaw (Ai16z), Karan (Nous Research), Ethan (MyShell), Somewheresy (CENTS), EtherMage (Virtuals) and Delphi's Tom Shaughnessy for an unprecedented roundtable featuring the brightest minds in crypto AI agents, discussing the evolution of autonomous digital beings and the future of human-AI interaction. 🎯 Key Highlights: ▸ The explosive growth of AI agents on social media and their impact on Web3 ▸ How crypto tokenization drives agent development and community engagement ▸ The power of decentralized model training versus centralized AI platforms ▸ Exploring agent autonomy and the path to AGI ▸ The intersection of AI agents with DeFi and social platforms 💡 Want to stay updated with the latest in crypto & AI? Hit subscribe and the notification bell! 🔔 🧠 Follow the Alpha: ▸ Shaw (ai16Z): @shawmakesmagic ▸ Karan (Nous Research): @karan4d ▸ Ethan Sun (MyShell): @ethan_myshell ▸ Somewheresy (CENTS): @somewheresy ▸ EtherMage (Virtuals): @ethermage 🔗 Connect with Delphi: 🌐 Portal: https://delphidigital.io/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/delphi_digital 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delphi-digital 🎧 Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62PR1RigLG2YN5Pelq6UY9?si=18ac7ccf36ab4753 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-delphi-podcast/id1438148082 Timestamps: 00:00 - Introductions and Team Backgrounds 04:29 - Most Innovative Agents Discussion 15:11 - Agent Architecture and Development 27:48 - Testing in Production vs Safety 39:10 - Future of Agent Capabilities 01:01:03 - Alignment and Human Integration 01:25:36 - Industry Predictions and Outlook Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

22 Nov 20241h 43min

Discover how AI is revolutionizing crypto as Yan Liberman sits down with Dylan Zhang, co-founder of Pond AI, to explore the intersection of AI and blockchain technology. Learn about graph neural networks, dynamic DeFi structures, and the future of decentralized AI infrastructure! 🎯 Key Highlights ▸How Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) differ from Large Language Models (LLMs) ▸The journey from single models to a decentralized model layer ▸Achieving 92% accuracy in detecting malicious behaviors ▸Revolutionary approach to dynamic fee structures in DeFi ▸The future of AI agents and model ownership in crypto 💡 Want to stay updated with the latest in crypto & AI? Hit subscribe and the notification bell! 🔔 🧠 Follow the Alpha ▸ Yan's Twitter: https://x.com/yanliberman ▸ Dylan's Twitter: https://x.com/ThinksDylan 🔗 Connect with Delphi 🌐 Portal: https://delphidigital.io/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/delphi_digital 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delphi-digital 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62PR1RigLG2YN5Pelq6UY9?si=18ac7ccf36ab4753 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-delphi-podcast/id1438148082 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Yy99ZlQIX9-PdG_xHj43Q Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction & Crypto Journey 02:44 - DeFi with AI 05:13 - GNNs vs LLMs 15:11 - Platform Evolution 26:42 - AMMs & Dynamic Fees 39:10 - Future Roadmap Disclaimer This podcast is strictly informational and educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any tokens or securities or to make any financial decisions. Do not trade or invest in any project, tokens, or securities based upon this podcast episode. The host and members at Delphi Ventures may personally own tokens or art that are mentioned on the podcast. Our current show features paid sponsorships which may be featured at the start, middle, and/or the end of the episode. These sponsorships are for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to use any product, service or token.

18 Nov 202447min

Join Pondering Durian as he explores the future of multi-agent systems with David Minarsch, co-founder of Valory AG and core contributor to OLAS. This deep dive covers: - Why autonomous agents will drive blockchain adoption before humans - The case for decentralized multi-agent systems over monolithic AI - How OLAS enables user-owned vs rented AI capabilities - The unique "Proof of Active Agent" mechanism for coordinating agent activity - Building open agent economies from DeFi to prediction markets - Creating data flywheels between agent activity and model training - The path toward general-purpose autonomous AI agents The discussion provides valuable insights into how decentralized networks could enable user-owned AI agents that do valuable work autonomously, rather than just serving as co-pilots. "We want to give people general purpose, autonomous AI agents that do valuable things for them as they define." - David Minarsch Watch more sessions from Crypto x AI Month here: https://delphidigital.io/crypto-ai --- Crypto x AI Month is the largest virtual event dedicated to the intersection of crypto and AI, featuring 40+ top builders, investors, and practitioners. Over the course of three weeks, this event brings together panels, debates, and discussions with the brightest minds in the space, presented by Delphi Digital. Crypto x AI Month is free and open to everyone thanks to the support from our sponsors: https://olas.network/ https://venice.ai/ https://near.org/ https://mira.foundation/ https://www.theoriq.ai/ --- Follow the Speakers: - Pondering Durian on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/ponderingdurian - David Minarsch on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/david_enim --- Chapters 0:00 Sponsor introduction: OLAS and others 0:49 Guest intro: David Minarsch, co-founder of Valerie Ag 1:21 Future shape of AI: Million models vs hyperscale models 3:03 David's background and OLAS team 6:26 Multi-agent systems explained: Agents vs Models 11:50 Web architecture evolution and data silos 21:00 Agent frameworks' impact on blockchain ecosystems 24:59 Rapid fire: Overrated vs Underrated 29:06 OLAS vs Competition: Key differentiators 34:12 Are agent protocols winner-take-all? 39:26 Current and future OLAS use cases 45:11 Infrastructure gaps and challenges 47:25 Closing remarks and how to try OLAS Disclaimer All statements and/or opinions expressed in this interview are the personal opinions and responsibility of the respective guests, who may personally hold material positions in companies or assets mentioned or discussed. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Delphi Research, which makes no representations or warranties of any kind in connection with the contained subject matter. This content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be misconstrued for investment advice or as a recommendation to purchase or sell any token or to use any protocol.

1 Nov 202448min

Join Anil Lulla (Delphi Digital) and Ninad Naik (Mira) as they explore how to move AI from co-pilot to autonomous systems through enhanced reliability. Key topics include: - Why current AI is limited to low-consequence tasks and human oversight - How Mira's decentralized verification network reduces error rates from 30% to sub-5% - Using crypto incentives to build trustworthy, autonomous AI systems - The journey from batch processing to real-time verification - Targeting education and medical sectors as initial use cases - Building Web3 infrastructure that solves real Web2 problems This conversation examines Mira's vision for making AI reliable enough to move beyond human supervision and into production-grade autonomous systems. "When you think about the key challenges from any builder's perspective... we're trying to solve for how do you make AI more reliable?" - Ninad Naik Watch more sessions from Crypto x AI Month here: https://delphidigital.io/crypto-ai --- Crypto x AI Month is the largest virtual event dedicated to the intersection of crypto and AI, featuring 40+ top builders, investors, and practitioners. Over the course of three weeks, this event brings together panels, debates, and discussions with the brightest minds in the space, presented by Delphi Digital. Crypto x AI Month is free and open to everyone thanks to the support from our sponsors: https://olas.network/ https://venice.ai/ https://near.org/ https://mira.foundation/ https://www.theoriq.ai/ --- Follow the Speakers: - Anil Lulla on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/anildelphi - Ninad Naik on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/_ninadn --- Chapters 0:00 Sponsor introduction: OLAS and other sponsors 0:50 Introduction with Anil Lulla from Delphi Digital 2:21 Ninad's background: Experience at Amazon and Uber 3:30 Current state of AI and its challenges 7:21 Core issues with AI reliability 9:15 Approaches to reducing AI error rates 13:10 Discussion of latency challenges and batch processing 17:56 Using crypto concepts for AI verification 20:44 Risks and challenges in crypto-AI integration 22:53 Go-to-market strategy and target sectors 24:49 Future of AI models: Foundation vs Fine-tuned 29:50 Handling subjective information verification 34:16 Model consensus and bias management 37:13 Partnerships and future outlook for Mira 40:11 Bridging Web2 and Web3 in AI 42:30 Crypto adoption challenges in AI industry 45:51 Discussion of Web2 demand confidence 46:48 Closing remarks and how to follow Mira Disclaimer All statements and/or opinions expressed in this interview are the personal opinions and responsibility of the respective guests, who may personally hold material positions in companies or assets mentioned or discussed. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Delphi Research, which makes no representations or warranties of any kind in connection with the contained subject matter. This content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be misconstrued for investment advice or as a recommendation to purchase or sell any token or to use any protocol.

31 Okt 202447min

Are Crypto AI tokens just vapourware? Join Jose Maria Macedo (Delphi) for this high-stakes debate with Kyle Samani (Multicoin Capital) and Emad Mostaque (Stability AI) to explore: - The current state of decentralized GPU marketplaces - The role of data DAOs and IP rights in AI development - Viability of decentralized training and inference - The future of AI agents and identity systems - Which crypto AI verticals show real promise vs hype This candid discussion separates signal from noise in the rapidly growing crypto AI sector, examining where true value creation is happening and which areas may be getting ahead of themselves. "I think we're seeing a weird nexus of crypto hype and AI hype happening at the same time...they're not going through the standard development process." - Emad Mostaque Watch more sessions from Crypto x AI Month here: https://delphidigital.io/crypto-ai --- Crypto x AI Month is the largest virtual event dedicated to the intersection of crypto and AI, featuring 40+ top builders, investors, and practitioners. Over the course of three weeks, this event brings together panels, debates, and discussions with the brightest minds in the space, presented by Delphi Digital. Crypto x AI Month is free and open to everyone thanks to the support from our sponsors: https://olas.network/ https://venice.ai/ https://near.org/ https://mira.foundation/ https://www.theoriq.ai/ --- Follow the Speakers: - José Macedo on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/zemariamacedo - Emad Mostaque on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/emostaque - Kyle Samani on Twitter/X ► https://x.com/kylesamani --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Acknowledgments 00:50 Introducing Panel and Debate Setup 01:58 Kyle on GPU Marketplaces and Infrastructure 04:23 Evaluating Different Crypto AI Sectors 06:41 Current State of the Crypto AI Market 10:37 Core Benefits of Crypto for AI Development 14:41 Talent Migration into Crypto AI 20:25 The Mimetic Value of Crypto AI 24:36 Deep Dive: Decentralized GPU Marketplaces 33:13 Game Theory of Open Source AI 41:38 Discussion on Data and Data DAOs 48:40 Private Data and Expert Knowledge 52:11 Rapid Fire: Key Sectors Analysis 54:33 The Future of AI Agents 58:11 Identity and Final Thoughts Disclaimer All statements and/or opinions expressed in this interview are the personal opinions and responsibility of the respective guests, who may personally hold material positions in companies or assets mentioned or discussed. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Delphi Citadel Partners, LLC or its affiliates (collectively, “Delphi Ventures”), which makes no representations or warranties of any kind in connection with the contained subject matter. Delphi Ventures may hold investments in assets or protocols mentioned or discussed in this interview. This content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be misconstrued for investment advice or as a recommendation to purchase or sell any token or to use any protocol.

30 Okt 20241h 3min