Onchain started with one of the most iconic moments in crypto. In 2017, over 14,000 BTC were raised in what became one of the largest ICO in history. That moment led to the creation of the Onchain Foundation, based in Switzerland, with nearly $100 million in public treasury to fund a simple but powerful mission: bring the world onchain.
But money isn’t what moves the space forward. People do. Ideas do. That’s why we’ve spent the past year building something deeper: a platform for decentralized knowledge. A place where anyone can contribute research, launch quests, get paid, and earn recognition for real thought leadership in Web3.
This isn’t a blog or just a media site. It’s infrastructure. We’re setting new standards for onchain intelligence, with real methodology, credible contributors, and clear incentives. Everything is permissionless. If you’ve got the skills and the drive, you can contribute. You can get paid. You can shape the future.
So far, we’ve published over 128,000 research entries, each one a piece of the larger puzzle. The full platform is coming soon, but we’re not waiting around.
Right now, we’re building the core community. The Founding Membership is our way of bringing that group together. It’s a call for the believers. A commitment. A way to reward those aligned early and help them grow with the ecosystem.
We’re here to bridge the gap between the people building Web3 and the people living in it.
And we’re just getting started.
https://x.com/karmacrypto Oliver Beddows is a British entrepreneur, software developer, and technology enthusiast, recognized for his innovative work in blockchain and decentralized application development. He is the co-founder of Lisk, Pass App, and the Onchain Foundation, and was co-founder of Lightcurve, a prominent blockchain development studio in Berlin. Since beginning his professional career in 2003, Oliver has been at the vanguard of new web-based technologies, from the emergence of Web2 in the early 2000s, to pioneering Web3 decentralization and user ownership with Lisk since 2016, to exploring Web4 at the intersection of blockchain and AI through Pass App. His unique perspective across the entire evolution of the modern internet has positioned him at the cutting edge of fundamentally reshaping how humans interact with digital systems.
https://x.com/karmacrypto Oliver Beddows is a British entrepreneur, software developer, and technology enthusiast, recognized for his innovative work in blockchain and decentralized application development. He is the co-founder of Lisk, Pass App, and the Onchain Foundation, and was co-founder of Lightcurve, a prominent blockchain development studio in Berlin. Since beginning his professional career in 2003, Oliver has been at the vanguard of new web-based technologies, from the emergence of Web2 in the early 2000s, to pioneering Web3 decentralization and user ownership with Lisk since 2016, to exploring Web4 at the intersection of blockchain and AI through Pass App. His unique perspective across the entire evolution of the modern internet has positioned him at the cutting edge of fundamentally reshaping how humans interact with digital systems.
https://x.com/michmoneta Michal joined Web3 in 2018 with low expectations and even lower English skills. What began as a leap into the unknown became a long-term mission. He’s the architect behind Onchain’s core vision: building a research-driven, decentralized platform that gives real use cases and contributors the space they deserve. With a background in Web2, libertarian roots, and a taste for books over hype, Michal brings clarity, structure, and quiet conviction to everything he builds.
https://x.com/michmoneta Michal joined Web3 in 2018 with low expectations and even lower English skills. What began as a leap into the unknown became a long-term mission. He’s the architect behind Onchain’s core vision: building a research-driven, decentralized platform that gives real use cases and contributors the space they deserve. With a background in Web2, libertarian roots, and a taste for books over hype, Michal brings clarity, structure, and quiet conviction to everything he builds.
https://x.com/LeonWaidmann Leon is our Head of Research. He manages, plans, and coordinates the entire research process.
Leon holds a MSc in Blockchain Technology and Digital Currencies and a BA in Politics and Administration. He brings with him 8+ years of experience in the Web3 industry. He led numerous research projects, authored whitepapers and contributes regularly to BTC-ECHO, a leading German crypto media outlet.
https://x.com/LeonWaidmann Leon is our Head of Research. He manages, plans, and coordinates the entire research process.
Leon holds a MSc in Blockchain Technology and Digital Currencies and a BA in Politics and Administration. He brings with him 8+ years of experience in the Web3 industry. He led numerous research projects, authored whitepapers and contributes regularly to BTC-ECHO, a leading German crypto media outlet.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinsoleymani/ Arin is the Head of Business Development. He conducts market research and builds partnerships and strategies for generating new business revenues. He has a Master’s degree in Digital Solutions Development and also studied international marketing and sales. In his decade of marketing work, he helped multiple Web3-focussed startups conceptualize products and bring them to market.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arinsoleymani/ Arin is the Head of Business Development. He conducts market research and builds partnerships and strategies for generating new business revenues. He has a Master’s degree in Digital Solutions Development and also studied international marketing and sales. In his decade of marketing work, he helped multiple Web3-focussed startups conceptualize products and bring them to market.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-m-trucks-a929b128/ Ruth is our Head of content, planning and overseeing content creation for the website and magazine.
She’s a certified Copywriter and Content Marketer with 15+ years of experience marketing content for tech companies. Ruth managed blogs for large companies, worked with startups, and helped build e-commerce and other websites. She’s published articles in SEJ and other magazines.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-m-trucks-a929b128/ Ruth is our Head of content, planning and overseeing content creation for the website and magazine.
She’s a certified Copywriter and Content Marketer with 15+ years of experience marketing content for tech companies. Ruth managed blogs for large companies, worked with startups, and helped build e-commerce and other websites. She’s published articles in SEJ and other magazines.
https://veronicakirin.com/books Veronica Zora Kirin is an anthropologist, author, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Asterisk Women's Health and cofounder of Anodyne Magazine, both of which advocate for health equity for all. She writes freelance for Onchain and is currently working on her debut memoir in Berlin. @vmkirin everywhere.
https://veronicakirin.com/books Veronica Zora Kirin is an anthropologist, author, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Asterisk Women's Health and cofounder of Anodyne Magazine, both of which advocate for health equity for all. She writes freelance for Onchain and is currently working on her debut memoir in Berlin. @vmkirin everywhere.
https://x.com/TheHeroOfLight Hero's role is Hero of Growth, responsible for the Growth Strategy and its execution at the Onchain Foundation.
He is a versatile Web3 expert with 7+ years of experience in the blockchain space currently doing a Master in Finance. Hero has led teams, built thriving communities, and successfully launched NFTs and cryptocurrencies. He actively participates in DAOs, driving growth in community-based projects.
https://x.com/TheHeroOfLight Hero's role is Hero of Growth, responsible for the Growth Strategy and its execution at the Onchain Foundation.
He is a versatile Web3 expert with 7+ years of experience in the blockchain space currently doing a Master in Finance. Hero has led teams, built thriving communities, and successfully launched NFTs and cryptocurrencies. He actively participates in DAOs, driving growth in community-based projects.
https://x.com/Happy_dood_ Happy is an experienced 360° marketer, entrepreneur and strategist with extensive background working both with leading brands as well as web3 projects.
He's also building Kabbal, aiming to unlock the Web3 creator economy.
https://x.com/Happy_dood_ Happy is an experienced 360° marketer, entrepreneur and strategist with extensive background working both with leading brands as well as web3 projects.
He's also building Kabbal, aiming to unlock the Web3 creator economy.
https://x.com/SALAMANDER12_ Salamander is a thought leader, community builder, and a master at growing projects to reach her full potential. With her experience of 5 years in the web3 space, she has fostered excellent networking skills and has a great social presence.
https://x.com/SALAMANDER12_ Salamander is a thought leader, community builder, and a master at growing projects to reach her full potential. With her experience of 5 years in the web3 space, she has fostered excellent networking skills and has a great social presence.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/borisagatic/ Boris is a Data Scientist responsible for collecting, analyzing, documenting, tracking, and visualizing data.
He has over ten years of experience in the public and private sectors and founded several startups. In addition, Boris lectures on AI, blockchain, programming, and data in the largest private IT Uni in the Balkan and was a board member of the Croatian Blockchain & Crypto Association.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/borisagatic/ Boris is a Data Scientist responsible for collecting, analyzing, documenting, tracking, and visualizing data.
He has over ten years of experience in the public and private sectors and founded several startups. In addition, Boris lectures on AI, blockchain, programming, and data in the largest private IT Uni in the Balkan and was a board member of the Croatian Blockchain & Crypto Association.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenindalecio/ World events have reshaped how global citizens view traditional systems. This awakening has sparked a quest for solutions to safeguard freedoms, rights, and privacy. In an age of AI and broken trust, I passionately advocate for decentralized ledger systems as a pathway through chaos. I believe in blockchain’s transformative power to disrupt entrenched structures, eliminate bias, and empower individuals to thrive as their authentic selves.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenindalecio/ World events have reshaped how global citizens view traditional systems. This awakening has sparked a quest for solutions to safeguard freedoms, rights, and privacy. In an age of AI and broken trust, I passionately advocate for decentralized ledger systems as a pathway through chaos. I believe in blockchain’s transformative power to disrupt entrenched structures, eliminate bias, and empower individuals to thrive as their authentic selves.
https://x.com/_oliviaonchain As a research analyst, Olivia delves into the "how, why, and what" of building in Web3. Witnessing blockchain's capacity to empower people's daily and financial lives, her focus is on its current global impact, not fleeting market trends. Olivia is inspired by Onchain's potential to lead this charge and the synergy of working with inquisitive, aligned colleagues.
https://x.com/_oliviaonchain As a research analyst, Olivia delves into the "how, why, and what" of building in Web3. Witnessing blockchain's capacity to empower people's daily and financial lives, her focus is on its current global impact, not fleeting market trends. Olivia is inspired by Onchain's potential to lead this charge and the synergy of working with inquisitive, aligned colleagues.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashtonbarger/ Ashton is Product Marketing Manager, creating and growing impactful products within Onchain and working with our audiences to deliver the best possible onchain experience.
He has been organizing events and educating others about the Web3 space for over 8 years. Through traveling the world, speaking at events, and meeting with some of the brightest minds, he’s created an expansive network of connections. He loves being able to bring everyone and anyone onchain through various means, and growing brands that can make a positive impact on the world.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashtonbarger/ Ashton is Product Marketing Manager, creating and growing impactful products within Onchain and working with our audiences to deliver the best possible onchain experience.
He has been organizing events and educating others about the Web3 space for over 8 years. Through traveling the world, speaking at events, and meeting with some of the brightest minds, he’s created an expansive network of connections. He loves being able to bring everyone and anyone onchain through various means, and growing brands that can make a positive impact on the world.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucalem/ Lucas is our UX Designer, in charge of providing solutions focused on user experience.
He has an MBA in UX Design & User Research, a BA in Social Communication & Advertising, and a technical degree in Systems Analysis. He was awarded Honorable Mentions by several international companies such as HubSpot and more. Lucas has 10+ years of experience in advertising agencies, and that’s not all.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucalem/ Lucas is our UX Designer, in charge of providing solutions focused on user experience.
He has an MBA in UX Design & User Research, a BA in Social Communication & Advertising, and a technical degree in Systems Analysis. He was awarded Honorable Mentions by several international companies such as HubSpot and more. Lucas has 10+ years of experience in advertising agencies, and that’s not all.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kade-almendinger Kade is a Content Writer, contributing his Web3 knowledge and experience with insightful articles.
Kade holds a BS in Technology Assessment & Management. He’s worked for crypto startups in operations and content since 2016. He’s a ghostwriter for major crypto projects and personalities and an author at crypto news sites. He also co-hosted a podcast that covered crypto economics, DeFi, Web3, and the burgeoning blockchain ecosystem.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kade-almendinger Kade is a Content Writer, contributing his Web3 knowledge and experience with insightful articles.
Kade holds a BS in Technology Assessment & Management. He’s worked for crypto startups in operations and content since 2016. He’s a ghostwriter for major crypto projects and personalities and an author at crypto news sites. He also co-hosted a podcast that covered crypto economics, DeFi, Web3, and the burgeoning blockchain ecosystem.
https://x.com/official_ad3 Adewale is a Graphic Designer creating beauty and engagement around Onchain.
Adewale holds a BS in Computer Science but quickly turned to more creative activities. For the past 7 years he has provided multidisciplinary design services to companies around the world, including brand design, 3D Motion design, and Social Media Marketing. He also led the production on a video podcast series.
https://x.com/official_ad3 Adewale is a Graphic Designer creating beauty and engagement around Onchain.
Adewale holds a BS in Computer Science but quickly turned to more creative activities. For the past 7 years he has provided multidisciplinary design services to companies around the world, including brand design, 3D Motion design, and Social Media Marketing. He also led the production on a video podcast series.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ananyashri/ Ananya is a Research Analyst, researching and analyzing how to apply blockchain solutions to solve real-world issues.
She has a PhD in blockchain and was one of the very first people in India to receive this degree. She’s been researching the technology ever since and was among the first to identify early centralization issues. Ananya’s focus has always been the practical implementation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ananyashri/ Ananya is a Research Analyst, researching and analyzing how to apply blockchain solutions to solve real-world issues.
She has a PhD in blockchain and was one of the very first people in India to receive this degree. She’s been researching the technology ever since and was among the first to identify early centralization issues. Ananya’s focus has always been the practical implementation.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitzan-sheps-70107a60/ Nitzan is our Video Creator. He creates all our video content, from interviews through animations to the final show.
He has over ten years of experience shooting and creating videos and films. Nitzan worked in the television space after he studied cinema, film, and video before he moved to the private corporate sector and eventually landed Onchain.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitzan-sheps-70107a60/ Nitzan is our Video Creator. He creates all our video content, from interviews through animations to the final show.
He has over ten years of experience shooting and creating videos and films. Nitzan worked in the television space after he studied cinema, film, and video before he moved to the private corporate sector and eventually landed Onchain.
https://x.com/chris_crypto_1 Chris is our Content & Technical Writer, writing articles and technical documentation.
He has many years of experience in technical research, documentation, and content. He contributed significantly to companies in the communications and ICT area, not only in writing but also with advisory and consulting services. For the past seven years, his focus has been blockchain technology.
https://x.com/chris_crypto_1 Chris is our Content & Technical Writer, writing articles and technical documentation.
He has many years of experience in technical research, documentation, and content. He contributed significantly to companies in the communications and ICT area, not only in writing but also with advisory and consulting services. For the past seven years, his focus has been blockchain technology.
https://x.com/chinsanityx He's been with us for 6+ months, hosting weekly Onchain spaces!
That's 25+ hours of Web3 market & trends insights, top-tier guest speakers & immaculate community vibes.
https://x.com/chinsanityx He's been with us for 6+ months, hosting weekly Onchain spaces!
That's 25+ hours of Web3 market & trends insights, top-tier guest speakers & immaculate community vibes.
https://x.com/moneydad Maximus has been with us for over 5 months, leading spaces focused on educational content.
His hot takes and insights have helped shape many meaningful conversations - here's to a lot more!
https://x.com/moneydad Maximus has been with us for over 5 months, leading spaces focused on educational content.
His hot takes and insights have helped shape many meaningful conversations - here's to a lot more!
https://x.com/MrGreenity MrGreenety has been with us for over 5 months as the 3rd Space Host to join Onchain.
Besides creating valuable content, MrGreenity has been leading daily Livestreams and Spaces, with legendary energy & positivity!
https://x.com/MrGreenity MrGreenety has been with us for over 5 months as the 3rd Space Host to join Onchain.
Besides creating valuable content, MrGreenity has been leading daily Livestreams and Spaces, with legendary energy & positivity!
https://x.com/MasterJanNFT MasterJan has been instrumental in shaping the Onchain Founding Membership. Opening and closing access to mint with precision, leading major collaborations, and representing Onchain across the broader Web3 ecosystem.
https://x.com/MasterJanNFT MasterJan has been instrumental in shaping the Onchain Founding Membership. Opening and closing access to mint with precision, leading major collaborations, and representing Onchain across the broader Web3 ecosystem.