BeVerified
Founders
YouHodler
Co-Founder
Ilya Volkov, co-founder and CEO of YouHodler, is a leader in connecting traditional and crypto financial services. With experience in philosophy, risk management, and fintech, he has played a big role in the growth of the crypto industry.
Wirex
Co-Founder
Pavel Matveev, co-founder and CEO of Wirex and founder of COCA.XYZ, is a leader in making it easy for people to use cryptocurrencies along with regular money worldwide.
SunContract
Co-Founder & President
Gregor Novak is the co-founder and president of SunContract, a global energy marketplace that utilizes blockchain technology to create a new disruptive and innovative business model for buying and selling electricity and other energy services. He has over 20 years of experience in the power industry, having worked in two of the most important and complex national electricity companies in the Republic of Slovenia.
Elizabeth Stark, CEO of Lightning Labs, is pioneering solutions to Bitcoin’s scalability issues. Lightning Labs, valued at $70 million in 2022, enhances Bitcoin transaction speed and scalability while reducing energy requirements. Despite facing criticism and challenges in large transactions, Stark envisions mainstream adoption of Bitcoin and advocates for collaborative, innovation-driving crypto regulations.
Executives
SunContract
Strategic Director
Aymen Soufi, a distinguished name in the world of finance and cryptocurrency, has carved out a unique niche at the intersection of traditional finance and the burgeoning field of blockchain technology. His journey, marked by academic excellence and professional prowess, exemplifies a blend of innovation and strategic vision.
Elizabeth Stark, CEO of Lightning Labs, is pioneering solutions to Bitcoin’s scalability issues. Lightning Labs, valued at $70 million in 2022, enhances Bitcoin transaction speed and scalability while reducing energy requirements. Despite facing criticism and challenges in large transactions, Stark envisions mainstream adoption of Bitcoin and advocates for collaborative, innovation-driving crypto regulations.
Charles Hoskinson, co-founder of Ethereum and CEO of Cardano, has significantly influenced the crypto realm. Born in 1987 in Hawaii, he shifted from a formal education in mathematics to a pioneering role in blockchain technology. Despite facing criticism for his leadership style and Cardano’s progression, Hoskinson’s impact is undeniable, with substantial contributions to Ethereum, founding of IOHK, and the development of Cardano.
Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, founder and CEO of Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, is one of the richest figures in crypto. Rising from humble beginnings, his passion for computer science and blockchain innovation led to Binance’s establishment in 2017. Despite controversies and regulatory challenges, CZ continues to expand Binance's global operations, advocating for crypto adoption and regulation, aiming for financial inclusivity through digital assets.
NFT Artists
Aimi Sekiguchi stands as a monumental figure, seamlessly marrying the country's time-honored artistic traditions with the unbounded potential of the Metaverse. With every piece she crafts, Aimi intertwines the profound depths of Japanese motifs, reminiscent of ukiyo-e, with the dynamic vibrancy of the digital age, offering an evocative experience that spans centuries and dimensions.
buzzlightning, emerges as a quintessential figure bridging the past, present, and future. Through his avant-garde creations, he encapsulates the intricate dance of man and machine, a reflection of today's rapidly converging worlds of the tangible and virtual.
Smashed Pasta, known in personal circles as Ines Fakhfakh, stands as a testament to the fusion of tradition and contemporary digital artistry. Each creation she births tells a tale, embodying the rich tapestry of Tunisian narratives, yet infused with the boundless potential of the NFT world.
Bit Errror stands as a paragon of artistic diversity. Based in the pulsating heart of Madrid, he embodies the confluence of depth, variety, and intellect, creating digital masterpieces that transcend traditional styles and challenge the status quo.