The ChainStories Podcast

Send us a textWe sat down with Jansen Teng, Co-Founder of Virtuals Protocol, to explore how his team is building a digital country powered by autonomous AI agents!Jansen breaks down how Virtuals Protocol evolved from a simple idea to a groundbreaking platform by leveraging AI agents that can autonomously set goals, control crypto wallets, and influence both humans and other agents. From tokenized influencers to self-organizing virtual economies, these agents are creating a new era of decentralized digital societies.Curious about the future of AI, Web3, and gaming? This episode is packed with insights you can’t miss!🎙️ THE ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network!👉 Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👉 Follow Virtuals on Twitter/X: https://x.com/virtuals_io👤 Connect with Jansen on LinkedIn:   / jansenteng  🎧 Connect with our Host on LinkedIn:   / cryptoniooo  Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textWhat happens when an experienced sales leader turns his frustration with revenue planning into a SaaS startup?In this episode, Adam, CEO of Territories.ai, shares how he went from a secure insurance career to launching a company that’s solving one of the toughest challenges in startups. Learn how he took an 80% pay cut, embraced risk, and used AI to create smarter revenue plans while balancing life as an entrepreneur.🎉 Special Offer for Early-Stage Startups!Explore how Territories.ai can transform your revenue planning process with a free trial. Start the new year with a clear plan and high confidence in hitting your revenue goals.🌐 Sign up for the Free Trial: https://territories.ai/🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👤 Guest on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcboliveira/🎙️ Host on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cryptoniooo/The ChainStories Podcast – powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network (BEN)! 🎙️We bring you the untold stories of entrepreneurs, risk-takers, and innovators reshaping industries through bold ideas and cutting-edge solutions.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textWhat does it mean to decentralize talent data? How are builder scores and brain data reshaping hiring, airdrops, and tokenomics?In this episode, Pedro Oliveira shares how Talent Protocol is revolutionizing talent sourcing in Web3, from launching the Builder Score to embracing transparency and AI-driven tools.Discover why Talent Protocol is challenging giants like LinkedIn and leading the way in decentralized talent innovation.🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👤 Pedro Oliveira on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pcboliveira/🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptonioooThe ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, we uncover the groundbreaking world of EigenLayer with Ishaan!Discover how EigenLayer is reshaping blockchain infrastructure with its actively validated services (AVSs), unlocking new possibilities for scalability, privacy, and decentralization. From using stablecoins to save small businesses to diving into cutting-edge tech like ZK proofs, Ishaan shares his unique journey through the blockchain world—from AVAX to Cosmos and now Ethereum.💡 Want to understand how Web3 is evolving and why EigenLayer is at the forefront? This episode is for you.🐦 Follow us on Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu 👤 Connect with Ishaan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ishaan0x/ 🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptoniooo 🌐 Learn more about EigenLayer: https://www.eigenlayer.xyzThe ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🚀Bringing you conversations with top founders and innovators in crypto, sharing their journeys, insights, and game-changing ideas.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textExplore the evolution of crypto events with Moe Levin, the mastermind behind Miami’s rise as a global blockchain hub. 🎉 Exclusive Offer for the BEN Community!As a valued member of the Blockchain Education Network (BEN), you’re invited to attend WAGMI Miami, happening January 22-24, 2025, with free tickets for students and a 30% discount for general attendees.This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, gain cutting-edge insights, and represent the BEN community at one of the most impactful blockchain events in the world.🎟️ Free Student Tickets: https://wagmi.miami/ben-tickets 🎟️ General Attendees (30% off with code BENSAVE30): https://wagmi.miami/ben🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👤 Moe Levin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moelevin/🎙️ Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptonioooThe ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, we dive deep into the real value in crypto with Jenite Rajendra from Trireme Trading. Are dormant Bitcoin wallets and OTC deals reshaping the market? What role do meme coin cults, tokenomics, and $155 billion in upcoming token unlocks play in the future of Web3? We break down the $155 billion in upcoming token unlocks, the challenges of crypto UX, and why the best projects focus on building true utility over hype. Whether you’re curious about the secret to successful tokenomics, or Apple’s surprising connection to Bitcoin, this episode has it all!🎧 Tune in for an unfiltered look at the forces shaping the next wave of crypto!🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👤 Jenite Rajendra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeniterangel/🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptonioooThe ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, we dive into the future of DeFi with CoVault’s innovative vault solutions. Discover how CoVault is bringing easy-to-use, secure Bitcoin yield strategies to the masses, all while ensuring you keep full custody of your assets.Want to learn how to make your Bitcoin work harder for you without losing control? This episode has you covered.🎧 Tune in to explore how CoVault is changing the game in crypto finance!🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu 👤 Nicholas Pelecanos on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-pelecanos-1592a9119/ 🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptoniooo 🌐 Check out Covalt: https://covault.xyzThe ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textGet ready for an epic breakdown of the Bitcoin bull market, meme coin madness, and why liquidity is EVERYTHING in crypto.We dive into the crazy hype around meme coins and explore the real reason they surge in price with Nicholas, Primary and Secondary Market Specialist at Trireme Trading. We also share some of our wild scamming stories as we learned crypto the hard way.🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👤 Nicholas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-pelecanos-1592a9119/🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptoniooo🌐 Trireme Trading: https://www.trireme.com/The ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, Chris Buren, Quantitative Trading Analyst from Galaxy Digital, takes us behind the scenes of high-stakes crypto trading. He explains why institutions trust professionals to navigate these challenges and breaks down how they ensure efficient and cost-effective trades.If you’re curious about how massive trades work or want insights into the fast-moving world of crypto, this episode is for you.🎧 Tune in now and discover how experts manage the unpredictable world of Bitcoin trading!🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👤 Chris Buren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburen/🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptoniooo🌐 Check out Galaxy Digital: https://www.galaxy.com/The ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, we sit down with Mihai Draghici, the visionary founder of PayByFace, to explore the incredible journey of building a unicorn in the world of biometric payments.Mihai shares his inspiring story—from early tech adventures and creating startups ahead of their time to the burnout that sparked his revolutionary idea of using face recognition for payments.We dive into how PayByFace has developed over 7 years with 12 million lines of code, the challenges of mass adoption, and why Mihai believes biometric payments will become mainstream in the next 5-10 years.If you’re curious about how cutting-edge technology is shaping the future of payments, this episode is for you.🎧 Tune in now and discover how PayByFace is leading the way in biometric innovation!👉 Learn more about PayByFace: https://paybyface.io/👉 Follow Mihai Draghici on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mihai-radu-draghici/👉 Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👉 Connect with our host on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cryptoniooo/The ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, we sit down with Joaquim and Vaughn from Alpaca Network to explore the groundbreaking intersection of AI and crypto.From early Bitcoin investments to the rise of Initial Model Offerings (IMOs), we discuss how Alpaca Network is empowering developers worldwide through decentralization and democratizing access to AI.We also dive into fascinating stories of crypto adventures, AI breakthroughs, and the role of the PACA token in creating a revolutionary AI coordination layer.🎧 Tune in now and discover how Alpaca Network is leading the charge!👉 Learn more about Alpaca Network: https://www.llamanetwork.ai/👉 Follow Alpaca Network on Twitter: https://x.com/alpacanetworkai👉 Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu👉 Connect with our host on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cryptoniooo/The ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a textIn this episode of The ChainStories Podcast, we chat with Ari Santos from AXAL about how they’re changing the game with on-chain automation through smart autonomous agents.We break down AXAL's autopilot trading bot, which does everything from balancing your portfolio and earning rewards to setting limits and protecting your wallet from market swings—all tailored to your risk level.👉 Learn more about AXAL: https://www.ax.al/🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/BlockchainEdu🎙️ Our Host on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/cryptonioooThe ChainStories Podcast - powered by Dropout Capital and the Blockchain Education Network! 🎙️We bring you conversations with top founders and key figures in the crypto world, sharing the latest news and insights.Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈 In this podcast episode, we interview Suman Kanuganti, the CEO & Founder of Personal.ai. We go over how the technology integrates with blockchain, expansive use cases of the technology, and what the future has in store. -----------------------What is Personal.ai?Personal AI enables you to recall all your memories so you can unleash your full creative potential.https://www.personal.ai/https://twitter.com/personalai_Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈In this podcast episode, Drasen interviews international DJ, Producer & environmental activist Blond:ish! They go over the opportunities blockchain is providing to artists and the creative endeavors Blond:ish is working on.-----------------------Who is Blond:ish?She's a DJ. Producer. Promoter. Record label head. Environmental activist. Serial Collaborator. Spiritual seeker. Brand boss. And just about everything in-between.https://www.instagram.com/blondish/https://twitter.com/blond_ishSupport the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈In this podcast episode, Drasen goes over the Bitcoin 2022 conference that we'll be attending in April!-----------------------What is Bitcoin 2022?Bitcoin 2022 is a Bitcoin Conference for Bitcoiners by Bitcoiners. Hosted by Bitcoin Magazine. This is one of the world's largest gatherings of Bitcoiners. Speakers include Jordan Peterson, Michael Saylor, Andrew Yang, Peter Thiel & many more! https://b.tc/conference/https://twitter.com/thebitcoinconfSupport the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈In this podcast episode recorded on Twitter Spaces, we invite Cameron Schorg, a BEN alum and head of BD at Notional Finance, to talk about how the DeFi space needs to evolve to be adopted by the traditional finance world.-----------------------What is Notional.Finance?Notional Finance is the the #1 fixed rate borrowing & lending protocol with $650M+ in total lending volume.https://notional.finance/https://twitter.com/NotionalFinanceSupport the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈In this podcast episode recorded on Twitter Spaces, we give a primer to understanding the Metaverse and what it's all about. Support the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈 In this podcast episode recorded on Twitter Spaces, we talk about Ronin Network, the new blockchain built by the team that built Axie Infinity, and the $RON token.-----------------------What is Ronin?Ronin is a blockchain crafted for game developers building player-owned economies.https://roninchain.com/ https://twitter.com/Ronin_NetworkSupport the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈In this podcast episode, Drasen interviews Tarot, an upcoming music artist in the web3 space. They go over the launch of her new NFTs, the web3 space for artists, the mindset required and music NFT platforms.-----------------------Who is Tarot?Tarot is a 24 year old independent artist, songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur who is passionate and determined to build a collective community empowered through music, mindfulness, & evolution. https://www.tarotsings.com/https://twitter.com/tarotsingsSupport the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/

Send us a text👉 Join our newsletter of thousands of subscribers for the latest crypto news, rewards, events, discounts, free flights, co-founder networking, and analyses 👈In this podcast episode, William, managing director at Chainlink Labs, goes over the state of the enterprise sector in Blockchain, as well as explaining what value Chainlink is providing in the field.-----------------------What is Chainlink?Chainlink decentralized oracle networks provide tamper-proof inputs, outputs, and computations to support advanced smart contracts on any blockchain.https://chain.link/https://twitter.com/chainlinkSupport the show-----------------------What is BEN?The Blockchain Education Network (BEN) is the largest and longest-running network of blockchain students, professors, and alumni around the world! We are on a journey to spur blockchain adoption by empowering our leaders to bring blockchain to their communities!https://learn.blockchainedu.org/-----------------------Thank you for listening!Want To Start Your Own Podcast? We Use BuzzSprout:https://www.buzzsprout.com/