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In this edition of the KOL series, we catch up with V2Chenz, an influential figure in the crypto space observing, building, and sharing thoughts that usually age better than most timelines. V2Chenz shares with us how he got into crypto and his views on the culture that has formed around it. With roots in oil and gas, a deep respect for digital privacy, and a radar for real work, Chenz has become a trusted voice in the crypto space. From oil rigs to working in crypto Q: Let’s start from the beginning – what’s your background, and what first pulled you into crypto? Was it a specific moment, project, or idea that made you want to stay? A: My background is essentially oil and gas. I spent years on and off rigs and working on large-scale pipelines. I had always had an attempt at currency markets and day trading. I came across crypto for the first time in 2015 and fell in love with the ideology of unbanking the financial industry. Q: Do you remember when it clicked – when you realized crypto wasn’t just a trend? A: I never looked at crypto like a trend. But I think after the 2017 run and the depression of 2019, we saw how fundamental this industry could be with the state of the global economy. Q: You’ve always taken a more grounded, fundamental approach to the space. What’s your take on meme culture and how it has shaped crypto today? A: The meme culture, I’ve always enjoyed is the lore, not just a flash-in-the-pan concept or viral trend. The stables. PEPE, DOGE, the characters that are iconic within this space  Why Web3? Q: You’ve spent much time around serious builders — privacy, infrastructure, and DePIN. What made you gravitate toward that side…

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