Evan Shapiro is the founder of Zero1 Labs, a decentralized AI project using the DEAI token. He previously co-founded O(1) Labs and developed the Mina Protocol, known for being the world’s lightest blockchain. After serving as CEO of the Mina Foundation, he shifted focus in 2025 to launch Zero1 Labs, aiming to combine blockchain and AI with strong data privacy using technologies like fully homomorphic encryption.