Talking Tokens Chris Osborn | This Solana Startup Is Finally Making Crypto Easy to Use
May 20, 2025
Chris Osborn, CEO of Dialect, is on a mission to make cryptocurrency user-friendly. With a background in physics and quantum computing, he discusses the launch of ‘blinks’ for streamlined blockchain interactions. Osborn emphasizes the critical need for improved user experiences in crypto, explaining how innovative strategies, like minimizing clicks and integrating with social media, can transform asset trading. He also sheds light on the challenges of building on Solana and the importance of user trust in the evolving crypto landscape.
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Chris Osborn's Career Pivot
- Chris Osborn shifted from quantum computing to crypto when he discovered Solana in early 2020.
- He pivoted his startup towards crypto motivated by his passion and seeing Solana's ecosystem grow.
Revolutionizing Web Navigation
- Blockchain Links (Blinks) invert the web navigation model by letting products navigate to users.
- This reduces clicks, streamlines crypto actions, and improves user retention.
Choosing and Sticking with Solana
- Chris chose to build on Solana due to its unique proof of history and system design despite it being a non-consensus bet in 2020.
- He stayed through ecosystem challenges, confident in the technology and community.