# DePIN Enabled AI Acceleration For The Rest Of Us

- Speakers: [Doug Petkanics](https://streameth.org/speakers/doug-petkanics)
- Event: [Proof of Data Summit](https://streameth.org/ceramic_x_tableland/proof_of_data_summit), Denver
- Channel: [Ceramic x Tableland](https://streameth.org/ceramic_x_tableland)
- Date: 2024-03-01
- Duration: 19:03
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/65e1e19dcbfe456bfc30edb2
- Download: https://vod-cdn.lp-playback.studio/raw/jxf4iblf6wlsyor6526t4tcmtmqa/catalyst-vod-com/hls/1ededpy048ssnlhv/1080p0.mp4

## Description

With the rise of AI, vertically controlled hardware access and regulatory capture present threats to startups, creators, and developers looking to compete on a level playing field with big tech. Learn how the decentralized AI movement, and DePIN networks are fighting back to grant open access to the AI infrastructure that will accelerate the next wave of technical innovation.

## About the speakers

### Doug Petkanics

Founder, Livepeer ( https://livepeer.org/ )