Marc Vanlerberghe is the Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation. In this episode, Marc discusses how Algorand is driving mainstream adoption of blockchain technology, decentralizing its network at record speed, and preparing for a future where billions of users—and AI agents—interact seamlessly on-chain. He also explains why a user-first approach is the key to scaling Web3 beyond speculation into real-world applications.
Key Takeaways:
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What makes Algorand different from other Layer 1s
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Agentic commerce and how could it reshape how we interact online
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Strategies for achieving mainstream adoption of crypto
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How Algorand is preparing for a post-quantum world
Guest Bio: Marc Vanlerberghe is the Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer at The Algorand Foundation. Algorand has a goal of fostering partnerships that help contribute to the advancement of the overall blockchain industry, and to drive adoption of the Algorand blockchain. Since stepping into the role in early 2024, Marc has been leading the charge to elevate Algorand’s global brand and strategy. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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