Revenue Search: Inside Bittensor

In this Subnet Session, we chat with Mikel and Mentor Palokaj — co-founders of TPN (SN65) — a privacy-first VPN built on Bittensor.TPN isn’t just another Nord clone. It’s a decentralized network of nodes that rewards miners for operating in hard-to-reach locations like Iran or Pyongyang, enabling true global coverage and resilience against censorship.We cover:– Why VPNs are a natural fit for Bitensor’s incentive model– How TPN makes surveillance harder and logging obsolete– Their “AWS for VPNs” vision, open dev tooling, and upcoming consumer app– And how API fees will flow straight into alpha buybacksIf you think VPNs are boring, this one might change your mind.

Join James Ross, Co-founder of Synth and founder of Mode, as he unpacks the fascinating world of synthetic volatility modeling. Discover why volatility is more crucial than price in finance, with miners generating millions of price paths for assets like BTC, ETH, and soon gold. Learn how Synth significantly outperforms traditional benchmarks and their plans for monetization through API access. James emphasizes the importance of recruiting elite data scientists to ensure long-term success in decentralized finance.

Michaela Bazo, CEO of Metanova, is at the forefront of revolutionizing drug discovery with the first decentralized screening platform on Bittensor. She discusses how Metanova leverages an AI-driven network to screen millions of molecules more efficiently and affordably. The conversation dives into targeting behavioral drugs, the impact of decentralization on R&D, and potential big pharma partnerships. Michaela also reveals plans for wet lab validation and the transition to a token-based revenue model, highlighting a promising future for biotech innovation.

Gareth Howes, a video processing veteran with over 25 years in streaming and broadcast operations, discusses his venture, Vidaio, which aims to revolutionize video processing. He highlights how Vidaio's AI-driven compression technology can reduce file sizes by 80%, potentially saving major platforms like Netflix millions. Gareth reveals that compression will be the primary revenue driver, while targeting emerging markets as a crucial focus. He also shares plans for enterprise partnerships and how real-world revenue will fuel innovation in this unique subnet.

Chutes is the top subnet on Bittensor - and in this deep dive, co-founder Jon Durbin explains why.We talk about Chutes as a serverless AI compute platform, how it’s already processing over 100 billion tokens a day, and what early fiat revenue means for long-term sustainability. Jon shares how Trusted Execution Environments (TEE's) will unlock privacy and enterprise adoption, what differentiates Chutes from Coreweave or Together AI, and how they’ve structured token incentives to avoid sell pressure.

In this Subnet Session, we speak with Ksian - the builder behind Subnet 16 (Hashtensor) - about why he’s connecting Bittensor to proof-of-work mining, starting with Kaspa.We cover how Hashtensor differs from SN14, how it routes 95% of mining rewards directly to miners, and how buybacks and burns are baked into the model.Plus: future plans to add Bitcoin and Monero, and why Ksian vfr believes lean teams and token utility will win.

In this episode, Mark and Siam unpack Bittensor’s sudden subnet cap - and why it might be the best thing to happen to the network in months.From emissions to unknown subnets, centralisation FUD to real builder pressure, this is a raw take on what the cap means and what might come next.

David Fields, co-founder of ReadyAI, brings his rich background from Disney and investment to discuss the transformative potential of decentralized data annotation on BitTensor. He explains how ReadyAI’s platform converts raw text into structured datasets, starting with podcast transcripts and expanding to social media. David highlights the crucial role of structured data in enhancing enterprise AI and the need for partnerships to scale operations. He also addresses enterprise concerns over data privacy post-Meta's Scale acquisition, underscoring the shift towards decentralized solutions.

Ken Jon Miyachi, founder of BitMind, discusses his innovative work on computer-vision models aimed at detecting deepfakes and verifying AI-generated content. He shares insights on a viral fake video detection case and the significance of computer vision for future technologies like autonomous vehicles. Ken outlines BitMind's dual focus on consumer and enterprise monetization strategies, and emphasizes the challenges of maintaining accuracy in image versus video detection. He envisions partnerships with major platforms like Meta to scale their impact in combating AI-enabled scams.

In this opening episode, Mark Creaser and Siam Kidd, the CEO and CIO of DSV Fund, lay out the mission behind Revenue Search and explain why Bittensor needs more than just technical wizardry - it needs economic clarity.They cover:Why most people still don’t “get” BittensorThe gap between innovation and monetizationWhy revenue-backed subnets could be the long-term winnersAnd how Revenue Search is giving builders a stage to share their plansIf you’re building on Bittensor or betting on its future, this is where the money conversations start.