AI, the East and decentralization with Harriet Cao

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This episode of the #citizenweb3 podcast features Harriet Cao. Harriet is the co-founder of Iris Network, Bianjie AI, and a member of the newly formed board of directors at Tendermint inc. We discuss how the Iris Hub helps to decentralize the Cosmos ecosystem. AI from the point of view of an expert with over 16 years of experience. And the specific requirements for blockchain projects in China. We also find out whether being an engineer is better than a doctor.

IRISnet (a.k.a IRIS Hub) is designed to be the foundation for the next generation distributed applications. Built with Cosmos-SDK, IRIS Hub enables cross-chain interoperability through a unified service model, while providing a variety of modules to support DeFi applications. IRIS Hub is designed to support not only token transfers across internet of blockchains, but also to allow consumption of data and computing resources across heterogenous systems mechanism, token economics, etc.)

Tendermint, a core contributor to the Cosmos Network. Building the most powerful tools for distributed networks. Tendermint is the gateway to the Cosmos ecosystem. Building critical infrastructure for open networks, like the Cosmos SDK, Tendermint Core, and Gaia. And leading developer experience by providing best-in-class tools to peer into an ever expanding Cosmos.

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We spoke to Harriet Cao about Iris Network and:

• Bianjie AI
• The board of directors at Tendermint inc
• Iris Hub
• Decentralizing the Cosmos ecosystem
• AI from the point of view of an expert
• The specific requirements for blockchain projects in China
• Why being an engineer is better than a doctor

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Special Guest: Harriet Cao.