Welcome to episode #124 of the Eye on AI podcast, where we bring you the latest insights into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. In this episode, Craig Smith is joined by Sina Kian, General Counsel and COO at Aleo, as they dive deep into the revolutionary realm of zero-knowledge proofs. Join us as we explore the incredible potential of zero-knowledge proofs in safeguarding sensitive data while leveraging it for machine learning and AI applications. Sina Kian provides shares how this innovative technology can reshape privacy, digital identity, and even social media authentication. During this conversation, we delve into the power of privacy-preserving blockchain technology and its far-reaching impact across industries. Discover how Aleo is at the forefront of making digital identity more secure and how it can be seamlessly integrated across platforms without compromising sensitive information. We examine the future of machine learning and AI, unraveling the role that digital identity plays in accessing products and content based on location. As we venture into the depths of the social media landscape, we also explore the risks and rewards associated with user data and privacy. Gain insights into how privacy-preserving technology can shield user information and authenticate data and content without compromising privacy. This conversation will discusses the potential of zero-knowledge proofs and privacy-preserving technology, offering a glimpse into how they will shape the future of machine learning and AI. (00:00) Preview (00:41) Introduction 02:28) Sina Kian's background in Aleo & blockchain   (05:49) Blockchain's integration with AI & machine learning (11:48) How data is protected in blockchain technology (12:25) Use cases of encryption with Aleo (18:53) How Aleo works with an open source protocol (24:13) Aleo's progress in developing its open source project (31:13) Why social media platforms capture your data (34:16) How can you find widespread adoption? (35:43) How the government are getting involved in digital identity (41:53) How data privacy integrates to Web 3.0 (45:15) Blockchain's implementation in the real world (48:43) Next steps from Aleo (53:53) Social media interaction with privacy    Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI