Cheaper, Faster Internet for All with Dawn | Neil Chatterjee

23/09/2025 44 min

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Follow Proof of Coverage Media: https://x.com/Proof_CoverageConnor is joined by Neil Chatterjee to explore DePIN’s vision for a user-powered internet, highlighting insights from recent conversations with policymakers in Washington and the importance of shaping the future of crypto in the U.S. The discussion covers innovative marketing strategies aimed at accessibility, the critical role of internet infrastructure, and how wireless and antenna technology are driving new possibilities for connectivity. Listeners will also learn about the DAWN  protocol, the launch of the black box as a new era of home internet access, and how decentralized internet can empower communities, enhance privacy, and intersect with advancements in AI. At its core, the conversation emphasizes community collaboration and the shared goal of building a trustless, decentralized internet.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction01:04 - Neil's Trip to Washington DC02:11 - Congress's Reception to Crypto and DePIN06:00 - Understanding Internet Infrastructure10:07 - Dawn's Role in the Internet Ecosystem12:01 - Wireless Technology and User Empowerment14:26 - Andrina's Contribution to Dawn18:57 - The Black Box: A New Hardware Solution22:22 - Motivation Behind the Black Box28:03 - Use Cases and Partnerships for the Black Box32:47 - Go-to-Market Strategy for the Black Box37:33 - Token Plans and Solana Ecosystem40:11 - Lessons Learned as a DePIN Founder41:35 - Building Relationships in the DePIN CommunityDisclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.

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