# Accountability Requires Identity: AI Agents & the Future of Digital Trust

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Podcast: [The Brave Technologist](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brave-technologist-2135907)
Published: 2026-01-28T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thebravemarketer.libsyn.com/accountability-requires-identity-ai-agents-the-future-of-digital-trust
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## Resource

Evin McMullen, co-founder and CEO of Billions Network, explores how identity for agents is going to unlock the next era of the Internet. She shares outcomes from collaborations with regulatory bodies and major companies (like HSBC and TikTok), along with their use of Zero Knowledge Proofs in proving you're human without giving up privacy. Key Takeaways: How Billions Network plans to save the Internet, starting first with scaling trust (while balancing convenience and privacy) The critical importance of identity verification in an increasingly AI-dominated digital landscape, and the biggest challenges to solving for this The risks for humanity if we don't achieve decentralized identity before AI and agents becomes ubiquitous Guest Bio: Evin McMullen is the CEO and co-founder of Billions Network, the first universal human and AI network. Billions Network is pioneering a mobile-first identity layer that verifies both humans and AI agents—proving uniqueness, KYC/AML status, location, age, or even machine reputation, all while preserving user privacy. Evin's previous work includes early blockchain development for retail and enterprise, and serving as CEO and founder of the verifiable data platform Disco.xy . She is a cofounder of DAO Jones and inkDAO, and an advisor to Boys Club. She is a graduate of Yale University. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast,…

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