Ash Bennington from Real Vision joined the discussion to talk about his entry into the crypto space and the journey of Real Vision in providing in-depth financial education through long-form content. He shared insights into Real Vision's dedication to innovation, its community-driven content approach, and a sneak peek into AI technology's role in content creation. Ash highlighted the upcoming Crypto Gathering event, Real Vision's new platform features powered by AI, and the grand scope of AI in transforming industries. The conversation pivoted to the significance of staying informed and educated about crypto trends and market shifts, considering the FTX collapse as a recent educational milestone.# Introduction to Real Vision and the Crypto Space

Ash Bennington

Ash Bennington, Senior Host and Crypto Editor at Real Vision, discussed his journey in the crypto space, the transformative effect of education platforms like Real Vision, and his personal discovery and deep dive into crypto knowledge. His revelation about Real Vision as a 'one-stop shop’ for comprehensive financial understanding and the way educational content was delivered that sparked personal development and belief in the crypto world was highlighted.

The Evolution of Real Vision

Ash elaborates on the growth of Real Vision, its unique offering of long-form content, and the importance of constantly pushing the boundaries to create and deliver innovative and multifaceted content. He emphasized the audience-centric approach in content creation and hinted at an exciting, free upcoming Real Vision event - the Crypto Gathering - which encompasses live streams and interactive sessions.

AI and Crypto - The Future and Innovation

Ash touched upon the impact and potential of artificial intelligence in the content creation field, including Real Vision's use of AI to enhance user experience. He spoke on the ability of AI to summarize and analyze large volumes of information, providing value to Real Vision’s subscribers. He expressed interest in potentially increasing the focus on AI content in Real Vision's future offerings.

Personal Projects and Vision

Ash Bennington referenced his collaboration on Crypto Crack Up and expressed his desire to take a break from book writing, possibly aiming to engage more with AI going forward. He also discussed the crypto community's response to events like the FTX collapse, and its implications as an educational pivot point.

The Potential and Risks of AI

Ash mentioned AI's disruptive influence and its potential to revolutionize content consumption and production, reflecting on personal experiences with Real Vision's AI-driven features and the broader implications for elections and society. He also disclosed Real Vision’s endeavors in harnessing AI for giving insights and creating deepfakes.

Advocating for Crypto Education

Ash's consistent theme throughout the discussion was the significance of proper education and staying informed in the ever-evolving landscape of crypto and finance. He advised against complacency, encouraging constant learning and utilization of available educational resources, particularly through platforms like Real Vision that provide broad and substantial content on finance and technology.