E43: Decentralized AI and the Future of Data Ownership with Sam Padilla from Eidon

AI is advancing rapidly, but who controls the data that powers it? In this episode, we explore the future of decentralized AI with Sam Padilla from Eidon, a company building a permissionless AI data marketplace. Traditional AI models rely on centralized data controlled by a few corporations, but Eidon is shifting the paradigm by enabling anyone to contribute and own their data. We discuss how blockchain ensures transparent compensation, why AI needs real-world contextual data, and how decentralized networks can create fairer and more open AI ecosystems.

We also dive into the inefficiencies of traditional AI models, the impact of DeepSeek’s efficiency breakthroughs, and how data ownership will define the next era of AI innovation. As companies race to develop ever-larger models, Eidon is focused on making AI more accessible, ethical, and decentralized. Tune in to learn how you can participate in the future of AI and why data sovereignty matters now more than ever.