Listen "Crowdsourced Location, Verified Data & DePIN at Scale | Markus Levin: XYO (#49)"
Episode Synopsis
What if the first DePIN was launched years before the term even existed? ⏰In this episode, we sit down with Markus Levin, co-founder of XYO, the original DePIN protocol powering real-world data validation through a global network of 8M+ devices and earning over $10M in revenue.From cryptographic location proofs to on-demand data requests, XYO has been quietly building one of the most active decentralized infrastructure networks in the world.We discuss:- How XYO scales data validation with mobile devices- Why apps are essential for onboarding non-crypto users- XYO’s crowdsourced model and token incentives- The real economics behind $10M+ in protocol revenue- Insights on token buy & burn mechanics- Why XYO is still a unique player in the DePIN space- Future use cases in AI, underserved regions, and beyondA must-listen for anyone curious about the real-world adoption of DePIN, and what it takes to build through multiple market cycles.🎙️ Don’t miss this deep dive into the DePIN revolution. Subscribe now to explore how decentralized networks are transforming industries worldwide! 🌍
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