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DWeb DecodedAI and Decentralized Infrastructure with Steven Waterhouse | DWeb DecodedIn this episode of DWeb Decoded, Aaron sits down with Dr. Steven Waterhouse, Founder & GP of Nazaré Ventures, for a wide-ranging conversation on the convergence of crypto and AI. Waterhouse argues that blockchain’s future lies not in retail speculation, but as foundational infrastructure powering AI—from decentralized GPUs to verifiable compute and stablecoin rails. Waterhouse also shares why he believes trustless coordination, token-gated datasets, and decentralized compute will play critical roles in the next phase of web infrastructure.2025-05-0935 min
Block by Block: A Show on Web3 Growth Marketing[PODCAST] Steven Waterhouse: Nazare Ventures and Why AI First, Crypto Second, Builders Will WinEpisode is brought to you by Infinex. Experience Crypto designed for humans. Get your free account today: https://app.infinex.xyz/?r=B2KSQJ77-------------------------SummaryIn this conversation, Steven Waterhouse discusses his extensive background in technology and venture capital, focusing on his transition from crypto to AI. He emphasizes the enabling nature of AI as a technology that enhances human capabilities rather than detracting from them. Waterhouse explores the evolution of AI, its applications, and the challenges it faces, including the Turing test and the need for better understanding of l...2025-05-0757 min
0G Podcast - Collective Genius: Web3 Meets AIAI’s Takeover | Dr. Steven Waterhouse - 0G Podcast Ep.24In this episode of the 0g Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Steven Waterhouse, early crypto pioneer, Pantera founding partner, and AI investor, to break down why he believes crypto is dead and why AI is the new base case for innovation.We explore how the Ethereum ecosystem has changed, why crypto is increasingly just finance, and how the real action is now in AI infrastructure. Dr. Waterhouse shares insights from his investments in AI middleware, decentralized compute, and next-gen agent economies, explaining why the future isn’t "crypto AI"—it’s AI, with crypto...2025-03-1431 min
AI-Curious with Jeff WilserA Deep Dive on Deep Seek and the Future of AI, w/ Dr. Steven WaterhouseDeep Seek’s new AI model, R1, sent shockwaves through the AI space. Built without Nvidia’s high-powered chips and at a fraction of the cost of models from OpenAI and Anthropic, R1 has been called China’s “Sputnik moment” in AI. Some panicked, the markets dipped, and doomsday predictions started flying. But what if this is actually a bullish moment for AI? What if this marks the beginning of a new era of efficiency, innovation, and broader access to cutting-edge AI?In this episode, we take a deep dive into what Deep Seek actually built, why it matters...2025-02-0645 min
The Index PodcastOpen Source Innovation and AI Superintelligence with Dr. Steven Waterhouse, Nazare VenturesWhat is the future of open-source development and AI Superintelligence? This week on The Index, we sit down with Dr. Steven Waterhouse, Founder & CEO of Nazare Ventures, to explore the challenges and opportunities within decentralized AI frameworks.Join us as we venture into the world of AI infrastructure that’s pushing beyond traditional applications. Dr. Waterhouse will discuss the essential shift towards innovative models that move away from the typical AI tech stack, emphasizing decentralized solutions that merge cost-effectiveness with scalability.Discover the expansive potential of open-source AI and how it mirrors the monumental shift aw...2024-12-2035 min
CryptoNews Podcast#307: Steven Waterhouse, CEO of Orchid Labs, on DePIN, AI, Decentralized VPNs, and Fighting for Internet FreedomDr. Steven 'SEVEN' Waterhouse is an active investor and builder in the crypto / web3 space with 11 years of experience. Dr. Waterhouse is currently CEO and co-founder of Orchid Labs, advisor to various projects including RiscZero and Squid Router, and is CEO and co-founder of Nazare Ventures, a new fund focused on crypto and AI, highlighting his ambition to contribute towards the digital landscape of the future. He was recently CTO & Venture Partner at Fabric Ventures and was previously a partner at Pantera Capital from 2013 to 2016. He served on the board of Bitstamp during this period.Dr. Waterhouse...2024-02-0839 min