On December 28, news reported that ai16z founder Shaw responded in a recent interview regarding the AI Pool project, which he had previously supported multiple times on social media and that has attracted market attention. Shaw stated that AI Pool was created by partner Skely, so it is primarily his project; however, it is built on ElizaOS technology, showcasing an application process similar to pump.fun, but this process occurs in a fairer manner on social media, meaning users do not need to go elsewhere. It also demonstrates a truly autonomous agency, which is completely self-governing—ai16z has no control over it and cannot access the private keys. Funds cannot be withdrawn, and it cannot be manipulated; it operates autonomously.