AI at a Crossroads: Michael Casey’s Mission to Decentralize the Future

Michael Casey is a journalist turned blockchain advocate whose career journey spans from financial reporting at The Wall Street Journal to championing decentralized AI systems. After witnessing Argentina's financial crises, he became intrigued by Bitcoin and later co-authored a book on cryptocurrency, which led him to MIT and deeper involvement in blockchain innovation. Currently, he leads the Decentralized AI Society, advocating for decentralized ownership, open-source models, and interoperability to counter the monopolistic dominance of centralized AI systems. Casey emphasizes the urgent need for collaboration, education, and policy reform to ensure decentralized AI becomes the standard, safeguarding individual autonomy and enabling inclusive economic growth. 00:00 Why Decentralized AI Matters 00:36 Michael Casey's Career 03:05 Discovering Bitcoin in Argentina's Financial Crises 06:45 Transition to Decentralized AI: Vision and Mission 08:35 Challenges of Centralized AI Models 10:22 Why Decentralized Ownership is Critical 15:17 Four Major Challenges for Decentralized AI Development 18:14 Policy and Regulation Issues Facing Decentralized AI 20:33 Public Education and Awareness for Decentralized AI 22:00 Why Enterprise Adoption of Decentralized Systems is Essential 23:18 Evolution of the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance 24:27 Aspirations for the Future of Decentralized AI ✨ Check out our new website ✨ thedefiant.io 🚀 Sign up to our newsletter 🚀 thedefiant.io/go-premium#prici... 🤑 Find DeFi investment opportunities & educational primers here thedefiant.io/promo?utm_source... ✊ Follow The Defiant Twitter: twitter.com/defiantnews Discord: discord.com/invite/3SdRdEs5ag Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedefiant.i... Telegram: t.me/DefiantNews 📬 Contact our Newsroom editorial@thedefiant.io 🤝 Sponsorships & Partnerships sponsors@thedefiant.io #TheDefiant​ #DeFi​ #Decentralized​ #Finance​ #Blockchain #Web3