In the sixth episode of his podcast Shy Speaks SHIB, Shiba Inu’s lead developer sat down with Shant Kevonian, CEO of EtherMail, for a compelling fireside chat. The conversation centred on how artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain are revolutionising the way startups launch and scale.
AI and Blockchain Lower Barriers for Startups
According to a summary shared by the Shiba Inu community handle, Shibarium Updates, the duo emphasized how these technologies are eliminating traditional hurdles for entrepreneurs. They pointed out that the integration of AI and blockchain reduces both financial and technical costs. Launching a business is now simpler, faster, and more accessible than ever.
Despite these benefits, both Kusama and Kevonian agreed that success still demands passion, clarity, and focus. Without these qualities, even the best tools may not help new businesses survive.
Shibarium Positioned as Web3 Launchpad
The episode also spotlighted Shiba Inu’s Layer-2 blockchain, Shibarium, as a strategic hub for Web3 startups. Launched in 2023, Shibarium enables fast and low-cost transactions. It offers developers a reliable and affordable environment for building decentralized apps (dApps). The Shiba Inu team continues to frame Shibarium as essential infrastructure for the Web3 ecosystem.
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During the podcast, Kevonian introduced EtherMail’s key features. EtherMail is a privacy-focused, on-chain communication platform. It enables users to send and receive emails, tokens, NFTs, and invoices directly via blockchain addresses. More importantly, it eliminates the need to link traditional emails to Web3 wallets, thereby preserving user privacy, even with anonymous accounts.
Kevonian also mentioned EtherMail’s potential to manage spam and filter out untrustworthy content. With AI-generated messages on the rise, this feature could be crucial for secure communication in the Web3 space.
Potential Integration With Shib Name Service
The Shiba Inu community has hinted at a potential future collaboration between EtherMail and the Shib Name Service (SNS). SNS is a Shibarium-based identity tool that allows users to convert complex wallet addresses into readable names. This integration could create a smoother and more secure communication layer for Shibarium users.
Finally, the Shiba Inu lead developer reaffirmed his commitment to exploring AI. He previously expressed interest in aligning Shiba Inu’s development with emerging AI trends. He also suggested that AI could shape the project’s next evolution, cementing its role in the broader tech landscape.
