312: Breaking the GPU Monopoly: Gaurav’s Vision with io.net

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312: Breaking the GPU Monopoly: Gaurav’s Vision with io.net

Web3 with Sam Kamani

33 minutes 36 seconds

3 weeks ago

312: Breaking the GPU Monopoly: Gaurav’s Vision with io.net

In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, we dive deep into the future of AI and decentralized compute with Gaurav from io.net. From building in Linux file systems to scaling GPU infrastructure for global AI workloads, Gaurav shares what it takes to create a high-impact product in today’s Web3 x AI gold rush.

We explore the vision behind io.net—making AI compute more accessible and affordable by decentralizing infrastructure. Gaurav Sharma also opens up about the real challenges of scaling, how their community drives product evolution, and what founders often get wrong when launching AI startups.

If you're a founder, developer, or investor in AI or Web3, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and behind-the-scenes insights from someone who's building at the bleeding edge.

Key Learnings + Timestamps

[00:01:00] Gaurav’s journey from Linux systems to Web3 and AI
[00:03:30] The problem with monopolies in AI compute pricing
[00:05:00] io.net’s vision: Giving power back to builders
[00:07:00] Decentralized compute vs. traditional hyperscalers
[00:08:30] Two types of users io.net serves (technical & abstracted)
[00:10:30] Why agents will thrive in Web3 and how AI agents will need crypto
[00:12:00] Real-world use cases and who is already using io.net
[00:14:30] Challenges of building decentralized infra with real utility
[00:17:00] What most people misunderstand about building AI products
[00:18:00] Why the compute demand will keep growing – the flywheel effect
[00:21:30] What Gaurav would do differently if starting io.net today
[00:24:00] How they ensure GPU quality across a decentralized network
[00:27:00] Advice for new founders: Start with utility, not just narrative
[00:30:00] io.net’s 6-month roadmap and product ecosystem vision
[00:32:00] Call for collaborators, data engineers, and AI sales talent

Connect

X: https://x.com/ionet

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/ionetofficial

Telegram: https://t.me/io_net

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ionet-official/

Medium: https://medium.com/@ionet

Gaurav Sharma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/searchgauravsharma/?originalSubdomain=th

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