Virtuals Protocol launches Virtuals Partners Network (VPN) to increase support for outstanding AI founders in the cryptocurrency space.

According to Shenchao TechFlow, on March 21, Virtuals Protocol officially announced the launch of the Virtuals Partners Network (VPN) on March 20. This initiative aims to reshape the intersection of AI and cryptocurrency. VPN connects investors, domain experts, scholars, and developers to collaboratively explore, support, and scale the best AI agents in the cryptocurrency space.

The inspiration for VPN comes from the Sherpas of the Himalayas, aiming to help AI innovators navigate the complex challenges of autonomous AI ecosystems by providing customized support, funding, and strategic insights.

The first partners to join this initiative include:

Investors  
- Tommy S. (Delphi Ventures)  
- Jasmine (Angel Investor)  
- Anand I. (Canonical)  

Domain Experts  
- Jasper D.M. (Economics and Research)  
- Katryna H. (Wintermute)  
- Alen Z. (A.I. Network State)  
- Sandra L. (Kaito)  

Academia  
- Gil R. (Stanford Blockchain Accelerator)  
- Kun P. (Stanford Blockchain Accelerator)  
- Dr. Adaku A. (University of Oxford)  

Developers  
- Condz (Acolyte)  
- Vader (VaderAI)  
- 0xJeff (Jeff)