Catching Up with Natix at DePIN Summit Africa 2025

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Recorded at the EV3 DePIN Summit in Kenya, host Connor welcomed back Alireza Ghods, Co-founder and CEO of Natix, for his fifth appearance. Alireza shared insights from his trip to Mombasa and the opportunities for crypto adoption in Africa, highlighting Natix’s demand-led approach through partnerships with local businesses. He discussed the company’s dual focus on mapmaking and autonomous driving, noting the higher value and longevity of autonomous driving data. Alireza also reflected on Natix’s token on Solana, praised its usability, and teased major collaborations as the company focuses on scaling and revenue growth.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

01:08 - Emerging Markets and Product Fit in Africa

02:07 - Current Footprint in Africa and Demand Strategy

03:11 - Focus on Autonomous Driving vs. Mapmaking

04:32 - Data Requirements for Autonomous Driving

06:06 - Monetizing Data for Mapmaking and Autonomous Driving

08:06 - Understanding AI Models in Autonomous Vehicles

10:32 - Experience with Solana and Token Launch

12:52 - Future Plans and Upcoming Announcements

14:13 - How to Get Involved and Learn More

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