Subnet Session with Gareth Howes from Vidaio: SN 85

13/07/2025 26 min Episodio 7

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Gareth Howes has spent 25 years behind the scenes of broadcast and streaming – but now he’s building a subnet.In this Subnet Session, we sit down with Gareth to explore Subnet 85 - Vidaio - Bittensor’s first and only video processing subnet. He breaks down how their AI-enhanced compression and upscaling tech could save platforms like Netflix and Amazon millions, without compromising quality.We cover:Why emerging markets are a massive wedge for VidaioHow AI can reduce file sizes by up to 80%Why compression, not upscaling, will be their 90% revenue driverThe roadmap to fiat billing and enterprise partnershipsAnd what they plan to do with real-world revenue when it starts flowingIf you’re betting on real-world adoption of Bittensor infrastructure – Vidaio is one to watch.