Web2+1 with VC: Insider Tips in Blockchain and AI

By Violetta Chekan
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Follow for insider tips in blockchain and AI straight from top entrepreneurs and investors. __ Hi! I'm Violetta Chekan, or VC - a Venture Capitalist and Managing Partner at Vis Caeli, investing in the next wave of blockchain and AI leaders. With 13 years in venture investing and €20M+ closed across 16 deals, I bring expert advice and unique perspectives. __ For founders, investors, developers, and tech enthusiasts!

  1. Mar 6

    Еp.24 | Humans and AI Agents: Whom Are We Interacting With? — Evin McMullen, Billions Network

    How do we trust anything online when AI can fake everything? Evin McMullen, co-founder of Billions Network, is building the verification layer for both humans and AI agents. In this episode, we go deep on what the next generation of identity, trust, and onchain reputation looks like — and how it’ll shape the future of crypto, AI, and the internet itself. We go deep into:✅ Human vs AI identity✅ Zero-knowledge verification✅ Why governments are calling Billions for AI agent verification✅ What’s broken in today’s internet✅ And how trust becomes the foundation for the next era of AI 🎧 If you’re a founder, investor, or operator building in AI or Web3, this is a north-star conversation. 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Lu_WJJw5kes PARTNERS: ➡️ Get an exclusive bonus on SwissBorg with my code 'violetta': https://swissborg.com/r/violetta 🌐 VNTR Investors Community: https://vntr.vc/ ► More about Billions Network https://billions.network/ https://x.com/billions_ntwk ► Follow Evin McMullen https://x.com/provenauthority ► Follow Violetta Chekan: https://x.com/violettechekan ⁠https://www.instagram.com/violettechekan/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/⁠ __ Trailer and introInternet without trust: bots, fraud, and identity theftWhy human and AI verification matters today & how Billions solves itZero-knowledge proofs explained: how to get started with BillionsHow Billions differs from biometrics for identity verificationAI agent verification: government & enterprise use cases + deep trust frameworkWho will control digital identity in the next few years?AI risks, security, and real-world examples of AI misbehaviorThe one metric defining Billions’ mission successWhat’s next for Billions: building a global reputation layerFounder insights: lessons learned and what worked in Billions✨ If i had to start over – Evin McMullen on investing and startup adviceHuman vs AI: who wins the future of verification?Disclaimer:This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Always do your own research and before making any decisions consult a professional. I may earn commissions from affiliate links.

    44 min

  2. 10/27/2025

    Ep.23 | He left Louis Vuitton to build the blockchain you’re already using – Sunny Lu, VeChain

    Sunny Lu, Founder & CEO of VeChain, explains why early conviction, real use cases, and invisible UX are the keys to scaling blockchain to the next billion users. 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BjpweOMOhOA ► More about VeChain Foundation https://vechain.org/ https://x.com/vechainofficial ► Follow Sunny Lu https://x.com/sunshinelu24 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunny-lu-55456915/ ► Follow Violetta Chekan https://x.com/violettechekan ⁠https://www.instagram.com/violettechekan/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/⁠ __ Trailer and introHow VeChain became the invisible blockchain powering enterprise blockchain adoptionFrom Louis Vuitton to VeChain: why Sunny Lu left luxury to build in cryptoThe first blockchain use case with Givenchy and how VeChain proved real-world utilityHow enterprise blockchain scaled globally and tokenized sustainability as VeChain’s long-term betWhat tokenization really means for businesses and how blockchain can help rewarding sustainable behaviorInside VeChain’s latest partnerships with BYD, Tesla and how blockchain monetizes CO₂ savingsThe most resistant industry to blockchain adoption and why banking will follow lastVeChain Renaissance explained – how VeChain is upgrading for true decentralizationWhy decentralization matters and how it can replace inefficient corporate structures✨ If I Had to Start Over – Sunny Lu reveals what startup he’d build in 2025Final message: why the future of blockchain and crypto is brighter than ever

    56 min

  3. 09/16/2025

    Ep.22 | The future of blockchain scalability and why every app needs its own chain with Hilmar Orth, Gelato

    "Every App Gets Its Own Blockchain" — Hilmar Orth, Founder of Gelato Discover the future of blockchain scalability with Hilmar Orth, Founder of Gelato, and learn how Gelato is changing Web3 infrastructure, abstracting complexities for developers, and preparing for a future where every app has its own chain. ✅ The end of the era of one blockchain ✅ Solving scalability and onboarding millions of users ✅ Gelato's partnership with Kraken and Fox News 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hPyUHC0DYoA __ PARTNERS: ➡️ Get an exclusive bonus on SwissBorg with my code 'violetta': https://swissborg.com/r/violetta 🌐 VNTR Investors Community: https://vntr.vc/ __ ► More about Gelato https://gelato.cloud/ https://x.com/gelatonetwork ► Follow Hilmar Maximilian Orth https://x.com/hilmarxo ► Follow Violetta Chekan: https://x.com/violettechekan ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/⁠ __ Trailer and introGelato founder story: How founders found their vision building DeFi infrastructure when Ethereum couldn’t scaleLessons for founders on focus and avoiding distractions in crypto startupsEarly investors and Ethereum OGs who backed Gelato from day oneWhy blockchain scalability is still unsolved for mass adoption in 2025Inside Gelato’s partnership with Kraken to build rollups for millions of usersMultichain future: why every company will launch its own chainWeb2 companies entering Web3: what Gelato learned from onboarding enterprisesFox News Use Case: how AI deepfakes drive demand for blockchain verification in mediaFuture blockchain use cases: DeFi lending and trading, and other trendsEthereum modular future explained and why apps shouldn’t live on Ethereum L1What Bitcoin gets right: store of value vs programmable rollupsWhere the next big blockchain infrastructure opportunities lie for investorsDisclaimer: This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Always do your own research and before making any decisions consult a professional. I may earn commissions from affiliate links.

    40 min

  4. 06/24/2025

    Ep.21 | This blockchain use case cuts enterprise costs by 99% says Paul Brody from EY Blockchain

    In this episode, Paul Brody, Global Blockchain Leader at EY and Chairman of the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance, shares how public blockchain cuts enterprise costs by 99%. He talks about blockchain use cases that work in daily business and how Ethereum is winning in enterprise adoption. ✅ Why blockchain benefits for business are impossible to ignore in 2025 ✅ Benefits of public blockchains vs private chains ✅ Enterprise blockchain use cases that actually work ✅ How Al will accelerate blockchain adoption and more about AI agents in business 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZwPG1ntuxj4 __ PARTNERS: ➡️ Get an exclusive bonus on SwissBorg with my code: https://swissborg.com/r/violetta 🌐 VNTR Investors Community: https://vntr.vc/ __ ► More about EY Blockchain https://blockchain.ey.com/ ► Follow Paul Brody https://x.com/pbrody https://www.linkedin.com/in/pbrody/ ► Follow Violetta Chekan https://x.com/violettechekan ⁠https://www.instagram.com/violettechekan/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/⁠ __ Trailer and introBlockchain in the tech adoption curve: how enterprises should invest in 2025EY data on real enterprise blockchain adoptionPaul Brody on the future of blockchain for businessWhy EY chose Ethereum for enterprise blockchain strategyPrivate vs public blockchains: the enterprise privacy myth exposedEnterprise blockchain use cases and how businesses save million of dollarsThe most overhyped crypto use caseWhy enterprises move on-chain — and what still holds them backMeasuring blockchain ROI: how to track blockchain success in businessHow AI accelerates enterprise blockchain adoption and role of AI agents in 2025How businesses and EY are affected by bull and bear crypto cycles and why 2025 is the best year for enterprise blockchainHow companies will look in the future: smart contracts, AI agents, and single entrepreneur billion-dollar ideas✨ “If I Had to Start Over”: Paul Brody’s startup idea and why he’d pick ChatGPT as co-founderIf you’re not on blockchain in 2025, you’re already behind your competitionDisclaimer:This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Always do your own research and before making any decisions consult a professional. I may earn commissions from affiliate links.

    47 min

  5. 12/26/2024

    Ep.20 | "Centralized Exchanges Are Killing Crypto Investors!" - Daniel de Lophem from BorgPad

    ➡️ Join The Inner Circle of Borgers: https://join.swissborg.com/en/r/violetDNDD (use to gain exclusive access to unique investment opportunities) 🎥 In this episode Daniel de Lophem, co-founder of BorgPad, shares insights on why centralized exchanges like Binance are killing crypto investors and how BorgPad is reshaping the rules for Web3 projects and crypto investors, offering unprecedented access to early-stage investing and potentially massive returns. ✅ The problems with current token launch models and centralized exchanges ✅ Discover how BorgPad helps crypto projects to fair token launch ✅ Learn how to invest like top VCs and unlock top crypto deals 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ao1A9_qORIw ► More about BorgPad https://borgpad.com/ https://x.com/BorgPadHQ https://t.me/borgpad ► Follow Daniel de Lophem https://x.com/dlophem https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-de-lophem-b1a08b161/ ► Follow Violetta Chekan https://x.com/violettechekan https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/ __ Trailer and intro Swissborg's Spin-off and Why the Future is Onchain Crypto Wealth Management: From Swissborg to BorgPad The Problem with ICOs and Centralized Exchanges for Web3 Founders and Crypto Investors or Why You Lose Money with Crypto How BorgPad Democratizes Early-Stage Investing in Web3 and New Approach to Token Launch Beyond Meme Coins and Speculation: Attracting Long-Term Crypto Investors to Web3 Projects Unique Value Proposition of BorgPad and The 'Better Than CEX' Movement Blockchain Fundraising: How BorgPad Works for Crypto Projects and Investors ✨ Rapid-Fire Q&A: Getting to Know Daniel de Lophem on a Personal Level. Fundraising, Values and Success The Future of Crypto in 2025: BorgPad's Role in the Next Bull Market Disclaimer: This show is for entertainment purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Before making any decisions consult a professional.

    43 min

  6. 11/29/2024

    Ep.19 | Top Crypto VC: "AI Agents Are Eating the World!" Tess Hau on Spotting Unicorn Startups

    Discover the secrets to spotting unicorns from Tess Hau, an investor in crypto and founder of Tess Ventures, a leading VC fund investing in the AI Web3 convergence. ✅ The future of AI agents in crypto ✅ Explore AI blockchain projects Tess has invested in ✅ How to be a value creator in venture capital for entrepreneurs 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jx7oOItjhio ► More about Tess Ventures: https://www.tessventures.xyz/ https://x.com/TessVentures ► Follow Tess Hau https://x.com/tesshau1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/tesshau/ ► Follow Violetta Chekan https://x.com/violettechekan https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/ __ Trailer and intro Tess Hau's Unique Approach to Venture Capital Investing How Tess Got into VC How to Spots Unicorns and Drive Startup Success Creating Value for Founders: Tess Hau’s Philosophy for Venture Capital Success Tess Ventures' Investment Thesis: Bet on Web3 and AI Convergence How Blockchain Democratizes Access to Capital and Opportunities Liquidity Options for Limited Partners in AI and Crypto Investments AI Agents in Blockchain Projects: How Mini-Me AI is Revolutionizing Web3 (https://myminime.ai/) How Tess Hau Chooses Startups to Invest In: Key Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs How to Identify Unicorns and The Power of Being a Value Creator The Next Milestones for Tess Ventures ✨ Rapid-Fire Q&A: Getting to Know Tess Hau on a Personal Level. Resilience, Values and Investing Tess Hau’s Advice for Female Founders and Investors

    50 min

  7. 10/04/2024

    Ep.18 | How to Launch a TOKEN in 2024: Insights from EtherMail ($EMT) Launch

    Gerald Heydenreich, serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of EtherMail, shares insights on how EtherMail launched their $EMT token in the current crypto market and how EtherMail bridges the gap between Web2 and Web3 via email. ✅ Learn whether we are truly in a bear market ✅ Discover how EtherMail solves key problems in traditional email systems and whether people are ready for Web3 email ✅ Understand best practices for launching a crypto token in 2024 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mTrM_l2XN0c ► More about EtherMail https://ethermail.io/ https://x.com/ethermail_io ► Follow Gerald Heydenreich https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerald-heydenreich-a79125/ ► Follow Violetta Chekan: https://x.com/violettechekan ⁠https://www.instagram.com/violettechekan/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/⁠ __ Trailer and intro Crypto Market Today: Are We Really in a Bear Market? Gerald’s Insights from Token2049 Singapore Web3 Email: What Key Problems in Traditional Email Systems Does EtherMail Solve? The Future of Communication: Will Email Die with Time? Will Wallets Become Super Messengers, or Will Super Messengers Integrate Wallets? How to Use EtherMail for Your Communication Needs Bridging Web2 and Web3: Onboarding Users into Web3 Security and Privacy: How EtherMail Ensures the Highest Standards Do We Need a Web3 Email? When Is a Good Time to Launch a Token? Walk Through the Process of Launching a Token in 2024 Top Mistakes to Avoid When Launching a Crypto Token How to Engage KOLs and the Web3 Community Fundraising and Choosing the Right Crypto Exchanges for Token Listings: Why It Matters Top Advice for Startup Founders Who Are Launching a Token Now Success Metrics for Web3 Projects: What Really Matters Fun Segment: Rapid-Fire Questions with Gerald Heydenreich How to Find Ideas for Your Startup in Blockchain and Crypto

    54 min

  8. 09/05/2024

    Ep.17 | How to Invest in Crypto and Build Wealth - Cyrus Fazel @ SwissBorg

    Discover the secrets to building wealth with crypto with Cyrus Fazel, CEO and Co-founder of SwissBorg, a crypto wealth management platform. 🎧 In this episode, Cyrus shares his wealth expert advice on how to make money with crypto by investing in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies. Learn smart crypto investment strategies, how to create wealth and achieve financial freedom through blockchain. 🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QTB5eAgd_MQ ► More about SwissBorg https://swissborg.com/ https://x.com/swissborg ► Follow Cyrus Fazel https://x.com/Cyrus_Fazel ► Follow Violetta Chekan https://x.com/violettechekan ⁠https://www.instagram.com/violettechekan/ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/violettachekan/⁠ __ Trailer and intro Meet Cyrus Fazel, a Wealth Management Expert. Lessons From Investment Job Wealth Inequality, Getting into Crypto and Investing in Bitcoin. How SwissBorg Is Bringing Financial Freedom to Their Users How SwissBorg is Different From Other Platform, Smart Investment Features How Crypto Has Changed the Concept of Wealth and How to Build Wealth With Crypto How Much to Invest from Your Income into Crypto How SwissBorg Helps to Reach Your Financial Goals with Smart Investment Strategies Who is Investing in Crypto and Why Crypto is Important for Investment Strategy Where You Learn How to Invest Investing in Crypto Projects with SwissBorg: Alpha Program Fun Segment: Rapid-Fire Questions with Cyrus Fazel How to Manage Money and Investment Tips

    57 min
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Follow for insider tips in blockchain and AI straight from top entrepreneurs and investors. __ Hi! I'm Violetta Chekan, or VC - a Venture Capitalist and Managing Partner at Vis Caeli, investing in the next wave of blockchain and AI leaders. With 13 years in venture investing and €20M+ closed across 16 deals, I bring expert advice and unique perspectives. __ For founders, investors, developers, and tech enthusiasts!

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