AI and crypto… How will these two powerful technologies collide, and what happens when they do? Today’s episode is a special one. It’s a round table on some of the most compelling ideas at the intersection of AI and crypto, sourced from members of the a16z crypto team. You’re going to hear from builders, researchers, and deal makers who are all wrestling with the big question: How will these two powerful technologies collide, and what happens when they do? w/ @rhhackett @SamBroner @skominers @liz_harkavy @WuCarra @jay_drainjr @mg_486662 Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:44) Universal Identity for AI Agents (5:25) Why Crypto Makes a Difference (10:07) Context in AI: Memory and Interoperability (15:00) Vibe Coding Applications (19:32) Registries with Global Context (21:47) Honkaku Mystery Novels (24:13) Monetization Models for AI x Crypto (28:36) Overcoming Technical Challenges (31:34) AI Agents and the Rise of Web Crawlers (36:05) Collapse of the Social Contract (39:21) AI Bots and Blockchain Solutions (44:31) Proof of Personhood: Ensuring Human-ness (50:41) Future of Personalized Advertising (1:01:54) Final Thoughts Enjoy the full episode on X.