In this episode of Web3 with Sam Kamani, I chat with Luis, co-founder of Mawari, about his groundbreaking work in 3D streaming and edge computing to enable seamless augmented reality experiences.

We explore:

• The challenge of building cutting-edge XR technology before supporting infrastructure exists.
• How Mawari’s patented 3D streaming technology is solving the scalability bottleneck for AR.
• The importance of location-based experiences and virtual influencers in driving early adoption.
• Insights on fundraising for deep tech startups and maintaining resilience in the face of challenges.

Luis shares his vision for the future of AR, where high-quality 3D content is streamed effortlessly, akin to Netflix for extended reality.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or curious about the future of XR, this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.

Key Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction: Sam sets the stage for a conversation about solving infrastructure gaps in extended reality with Luis from Mawari.

[00:01:00] Origin Story: How Luis and his team started Mawari to bridge the gap in XR content creation and streaming.

[00:04:00] The Problem: Why 3D content today is like video in the 90s—download-first and latency-prone.

[00:06:00] The Solution:

• Mawari’s patented 3D streaming technology for AR/VR.
• Overcoming latency issues with edge computing and GPU-powered networks.

[00:10:00] Hardware Comes First: Insights on how hardware innovation drives software breakthroughs, from GPUs enabling AI to faster internet enabling cloud computing.

[00:13:00] Revenue Challenges: How Mawari sustained itself through partnerships with telcos for 5G innovation.

[00:17:00] Roadmap and Vision:

• Scaling a decentralized GPU network.
• Partnering with eSports cafes and railroads to create immersive location-based experiences.

[00:20:00] Fundraising Lessons:

• The importance of resilience and accepting feedback.
• Building long-term relationships with investors.

[00:25:00] Next Steps: How listeners can participate in Mawari’s node sale and help build the future of XR infrastructure.

[00:28:00] Closing Thoughts: Sam and Luis discuss the patience and persistence required to build groundbreaking technologies.

Connect

https://mawari.net/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mawari/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/luismawari/

https://x.com/mawariXR
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