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2024 Unwrapped: ActualOne Edition 👀 What a year it’s been! Here’s how we pushed boundaries and made waves in the web3 space: • Expanded to 10+ Indian cities and established a presence in Dubai, Singapore, and Australia 🌎 • Earned a Best Community nomination at the prestigious Global Blockchain Show 🇦🇪 • Represented ActualOne at Breakpoint, Token2049, Devcon, Coinfest, and IBW—no skips, just impact 🫡 • Took over with a community booth at the CoinDCX Unfold24 Conference 🥷 • Launched the Diamante Hackathon across 10 colleges in Bengaluru—builders thrived! • Collaborated with the likes of Based India, Farcaster Builders International , TON Society India , Superteam India , Algorand Foundation , Supra and other web3 leaders 🤝 • Supported the first-ever crypto boxing night in Bengaluru—web3 founders fought for the culture 🥊 2025 is all about bigger plays and bolder moves 🥳 Mandar Pandagale Apoorav Vyas Uddalak Das Aman Shah vinith n Suraj Kumar Sharma

I am hosting a BHAI's Pune Meetup next weekend to connect with all my bhais, share ideas, and have unforgettable conversations. Agenda would revolve around Projects Sharing, Personal Wins and Challenges and will actually have some Actionable Takeaways for 2025. Bhai Cabal is one of the fastest growing crypto communities in India. It is a network aimed at supporting individuals, particularly those referred to as "bhaipraneurs" or budding entrepreneurs in the cryptocurrency space. The community engages in activities like podcasts, where experienced members share insights and advice. More about the community : https://x.com/BhaiNeBola Link to Register for the event : https://lu.ma/el0cxhkt P.S - This would be a very exclusive event mainly focused towards founder and builders.

2024: A Roller Coaster Year 🎢 As I reflect on the past year, it’s clear that 2024 was a journey filled with humbling lessons and exciting wins. While it wasn’t all smooth sailing, every experience shaped my perspective and drive for the future. Here’s a snapshot of my year: Key Learnings (L’s) 🥲 - Faced challenges building a product in the RWA space due to overlooked regulations. - Struggled to find PMF with a Game Resale marketplace. - Lost funds due to wallet drains (lessons learned about security and greed for airdrops). - Made mistakes in Futures and Options trading (lesson: stick to core strengths). - Realized I should have stayed longer in my previous role for more experience. - Neglected health and sleep, a mistake I won’t repeat. Wins (W’s) 🥳 - Invited to speak at 5+ colleges, including my alma mater, to share my journey. - Traveled to 5+ countries and successfully registered my startup in Dubai. - Attended my first F1 race (SGP Grand Prix)—a dream come true! - Built a Mac based workstation and got my dream bike. - Cherished my last bit of college life while celebrating festivals with family. - Hosted 20+ Twitter spaces and also my first IRL podcast at TOKEN2049. - Authored 200+ crypto-focused tweets—insights now in my Highlights section. - Achieved investment milestones, with a significant boost thanks to Trump. - Explored emerging Web3 markets in China and innovative L1s like Monad. - Organized 10+ Solana events in my city, growing the community significantly. - Expanded ActualOne to 10+ Indian cities and universities in Dubai, Singapore, and Australia—earning a Global Blockchain Show nomination. - Witnessed Solana ID scale to become a leading project in the identity space. - Gained invaluable insights into Coinbase thanks to the Saumya Saxena and FBI communities. What’s Next? 🤔 • Continuing to develop an AI agent project on Base . • Further expanding ActualOne to new markets and communities. • Open to exploring new opportunities where I can contribute and grow. 2024 may have had its challenges, but the growth, connections, and experiences I’ve gained make me optimistic about the future. If you’re working on exciting projects or looking for collaborations, feel free to reach out—I’d love to connect!

Merry Christmas from the ActualOne squad🎄 May your bags stay green, your gas fees stay low, and your wallets keep pumping ✨

India on the map like never before! 🗺️ This weekend, ActualOne hosted 4 Proto Map-a-thons in Hyderabad, Mumbai, Panaji, and Bhopal 🇮🇳 , and the response was nothing short of amazing. We witnessed an incredible turnout as decentralization enthusiasts came together to map key areas, contribute to the decentralized mapping revolution, and help shape the future of open maps 👾 At ActualOne, we’re committed to building a community that bridges the gap between tier-1 and tier-2 cities, creating opportunities and impact across India. These Map-a-thons are a testament to our vision of becoming a Pan-India and global community, fostering innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and made this possible 🫡 Sayan Mukherjee Swaraj Wattamwar Shriya C K Tarcar Utkarsh Arjariya Mandar Pandagale Apoorav Vyas

Pune, are you ready to lead the charge? If you're building for the Solana AI Hackathon or thinking about joining, we’ve got some insider updates just for you! 👾 Don’t miss the chance to connect with fellow builders and make waves in the Solana ecosystem. 👉 https://lnkd.in/d6rXWk-P Let’s show the world what Pune can do 🫡 Superteam Superteam India

India Blockchain Week 2024: A Movement in Motion IBW 2024 was more than just a conference—it was a revolution. From decentralizing AI to cracking scalability, it showcased India flexing as a web3 heavyweight. 🔑 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Decentralized AI: Privacy, scalability, and security—blockchain’s ultimate trio—is transforming AI into a decentralized powerhouse. The future isn’t coming; it’s here. 2️⃣ Scalability Wins: The age of aggregation is here. Blockchain infra is gearing up for mass adoption, with India’s dev talent leading the charge. 3️⃣ UX Matters: Web3 isn’t just for techies anymore. Accessible blockchain apps are the bridge to mainstream adoption, making UX the MVP. 4️⃣ AI Agents Steal the Show: Not just hype—these tools are reshaping processes, automating systems, and decentralizing the game. 5️⃣ Web3 Marketing Steps Up: A summit and VIP lounge for creators & KOLs put community-driven marketing in the spotlight. Finally, web3 storytelling gets the respect it deserves. Beyond the Panels: IBW 2024 brought builder vibes, dev energy, and iconic collaborations (yes, Supra and Monad caught everyone’s eye). India isn’t following the web3 wave—it’s creating it. 🫡 Mandar Pandagale Apoorav Vyas Akshat Patil

📢 Partnership Announcement 🎉 OpenBuild and @ActualOnexyz are teaming up! 🔥 ActualOne is a dynamic and inclusive Web3 Community, primarily for early stage web3 developers.We are committed to empowering students and young professionals through a platform that provides access to educational material, engagement in hackathons, networking with industry experts and cooperation on inventive ventures. The overarching goal is to bridge the divide between conventional education and the rapidly changing advancing domain of decentralised technologies. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gU8RGTwM

Highlights from Devcon 🇹🇭: A Week of Innovation and Energy This past week at Devcon was nothing short of incredible! Here are some of the key takeaways from an inspiring event that brought together the best minds in blockchain: 💸 Marketing in Overdrive Marketing budgets are back in action, and VCs are eager to fund the next big thing in blockchain. The excitement feels like the bull run energy is returning! 🧠 Shifting Tech Trends AI agents are the new hot topic. While ZK and FHE are losing buzz, the hunger for impactful innovation is as strong as ever. 🌏 Builders Lead the Charge Builders came out in full force this year, with Asia continuing to drive the momentum. Events like the SheFi Summit delivered incredible insights. 🤝 Authentic Networking Side events often stole the show, focusing on real connections over surface-level networking. It’s exciting to see relationships evolve in meaningful ways. 🎯 Founder-Led Branding is Thriving Authenticity is key! Founders with a relaxed yet focused approach are driving engagement and delivering strong branding that resonates. ✨ Consumer Crypto’s Rise From DePIN advancements to fully integrated apps, consumer-focused crypto is taking over. 🎉 Conferences Remain a Win Devcon reaffirmed the ROI of conferences—gaining insights, reshaping narratives, and building long-term connections. The vibes were unmatched! The energy, innovation, and connections made this an unforgettable experience. Excited to keep building on this momentum as we shape the future of blockchain 🫡

Introducing The Dungeon ⚔️ We’re thrilled to announce a unique opportunity during Indian Blockchain Week (IBW): a 5-day, fully funded residency program for Web3 builders and innovators. With only 15 exclusive spots, The Dungeon offers selected participants a comprehensive experience of learning, networking, and growth. What to Expect: 🔹 1:1 Mentorship – Gain insights from leading minds across multiple blockchain ecosystems. 🔹 In-Person Workshops – Hands-on sessions led by mentors from various chains and protocols. 🔹 Networking with Industry Leaders – Connect with top VCs and OGs in the crypto space. 🔹 Support for Your Journey – Receive grants, access to in-house incubators, and more. 🔹 Complimentary Stay, Meals, and Marketing Content – Focus on building, we’ll take care of the rest. This program is designed to empower and equip emerging talent with the resources and connections needed to succeed in Web3. If you’re ready to level up and make an impact, apply below. https://lu.ma/6vmv7ucg Apoorav Vyas Mandar Pandagale Rasesh Gautam Raj Gupta Lakshay Gupta