This paper explores how foundational networking theories — including Small World Networks, Dunbar’s Number, Granovetter’s Weak Tie Theory, Structural Holes, and Metcalfe’s Law — may apply to Web3 as a decentralized and trust-based ecosystem. By examining these theories in the context of business and technology, we argue that network effects not only shape the growth trajectories of projects and protocols but also influence the success of individuals active in this space. In other words, the success of projects, professionals, and collaborations in Web3 hinges on leveraging the power of relationships and networks. Furthermore, we highlight how strategic positioning within these networks can amplify opportunities and drive value creation. 

We're thrilld to partner once again with Blockchain Futurist Conference Toronto, which happens in the week of May 11-17 during Canada Crypto Week alongside ETHToronto and ETHWomen. Thanks to our partners, you can register a free General Ticket (by March 14th). Want VIP access? Use code Thrilld25 for 25% off. Read on for more info and the links!

We are thrilld to announce that Thrilld has been chosen as the official networking app for ETH Bucharest, a key Ethereum conference & hackathon focused on Eastern Europe’s blockchain scene. The event happening in April 2025 will leverage Thrild to better enable its attendees to connect, collaborate, and stay engaged before, during, and after the conference. Thanks to our partners, we can also give away various free tickets to the event. Read on for more. 

We're thrilld to welcome Adilet Kadyrov as a Software Engineering Trainee at Thrilld Labs! Adilet is pursuing a BSc in Computer Science & Engineering ánd a BBA in Fintech at Pusan National University, South Korea, and brings a background in big data analysis, AI programming, and more. Read on for Adilet's thoughts about the future of Web3 and its tech stack.

At Thrilld Labs, we believe the future of Web3 is all about collaboration, innovation, and building business-forward change. That’s why EcstaSHE is here to connect, support, and amplify women's voices in the space. We had the pleasure of interviewing Carina Schuster to learn more about her work and her thoughts on the Web3 space.

We’re thrilld to announce a partnership with Tech of Tomorrow 2025 coming this March 19-20 to Poznan, Poland! Taking a multidisciplinary approach, the conference centers on the integration of blockchain, Internet of Things, and AI technologies – all in one place. As per the partnership, we can offer Thrilld’s community members two event tickets! Read on for more info and how to participate. 

We’re thrilld to announce a partnership with Web3 Amsterdam, coming this March 13-14 to the Netherlands, Thrilld Labs’ original home base! As per the partnership, and thanks to our dear partners, we can also give away free general access tickets! For.. everyone! Read on for more info.

We’re thrilld to share about our collab with Crypto Expo Europe 2025, one of Eastern Europe’s biggest cryptocurrency and blockchain conferences! Taking place on March 2-3, 2025, in Bucharest, it will bring together 3,000+ attendees. You can join, because thanks to our dear partners, we’re giving away two tickets. Read on for more info about the conference, and how to participate in the draw.

Web3 was built to disrupt traditional systems, but it hasn’t been without its own challenges—think FTX, rug pulls, hacks, and financially driven projects that put profit over purpose. This all raises a key question: if at all, how can we ensure the power of Web3 is used for good? Can it truly drive social impact through DeFi, crypto and worldwide projects? And what about the $$$? Can profit and purpose co-exist? The answer is yes — but it’s complicated. Read on for some answers. 

Join us at NFT Paris 2025 happening February 13-14 in the heart of Europe! Featuring four events in one — from NFTs to AI, Bitcoin, and DeFi — it brings together 20,000+ attendees. And, as a proud partner, we’re thrilld to make this event ever-more accessible for our community.... Curious about what we’ve got lined up for you? Read on and connect with us on Thrilld or join our Telegram to learn more!

We're thrilld to welcome Sultan Takibay as a Software Engineering Trainee at Thrilld Labs! From Kazakhstan and currently based in South Korea, Sultan (described by friends as 'always coding') is a fourth-year Computer Science student at Pusan National University and has a strong background in software engineering and web development. Read on for Sultan's thoughts about blockchain, crypto and Web3...

We’re thrilld to announce our second consecutive partnership with the TEAMZ WEB3・AI SUMMIT 2025, taking place on April 16-17, 2025, in the beautiful tech hub of Tokyo, Japan! As part of our collaboration, we can offer Thrilld community members a complimentary ticket to the WEB3・AI SUMMIT! Read on for more.

Web3 intersecting with and impacting media means rewriting many rules. We see the decentralization of information, AI entering the game, and ever more citizen journalism. But how do we balance this innovation with transparency and ethics, the prior north stars of traditional media? And what about financial interests coming into the picture of Web3-oriented media? Read on for the article.

Thrilld Labs was featured in You.Me.Web3 Magazine! In addition to discussing our mission, the article shed light on some broader challenges in the space, including, of course, regulation. Read on and discover why we’re breaking down barriers in Web3&business, how we tackle regulatory challenges, and what our future plans are for expansion..

We're thrilld to share that Frank Oonk joined our Advisory Board. Frank founded Masternode.one, a leading market-making and proprietary trading firm specializing in digital assets. Under his watch, Masternode.one has achieved an annual trading volume exceeding $40 billion across major centralized and decentralized exchanges. Frank will help strengthen the position of the $THRILLD token alongside supporting the team with advice.

Join us at the Global Blockchain Show, set for December 12-13 at the Grand Hyatt Exhibition Centre in Dubai. Thanks to our dear partners at GBS, we’re thrilld to offer two complimentary tickets to the Thrilld community for a giveaway. To enter the draw, reach out by November 18 via info@thrilldlabs.io. 

We’re thrilld to collaborate with the Madeira Blockchain Conference, happening in stunning Funchal in November! As a media partner, we’re happy to offer a 50% discount on tickets (use the promo code THRILLDMBC24 at checkout), and we also give away two complimentary tickets. Read on for more info.

Why would one care about building a personal brand in the Web3 space, and what is it, actually? Well, a solid personal brand can give rise to an additional strong digital asset (puns intended)... Especially with scarce marketing resources and fierce competition in the space, one's brand can become a strategic ally, helping you land jobs, attract clients, and, ideally, even enable new business value. Read more for our tips!

We're thrilld that Thrilld Labs has pitched as one of the ten selected startups at Zebu Live's Degen's Den in London, one of the UK's most important Web3 startup stages. The pitching competition let Thrilld Labs connect with investors and others while showcasing our products and roadmap on stage. Read on to see how things worked out for us.

We're thrilld to share that Daniela Fajardo has joined us as a Full Stack AI Integration Trainee. Daniela is a software engineer focused on web development, data management, and app building and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Software Engineering across Europe. Read on about Daniela and our Traineeship program!

After Bitcoin Amsterdam, we are thrilld to share more about our partnership with Bitcoin MENA 2024, taking place in Abu Dhabi in December. Thanks to our partners, we can offer two a giveaway of two complimentary tickets for Thrilld Labs' community members, so reach out for your chance to attend.

Web3 is taking over the world (we all know this), but how do we turn all that buzz into actual sustainable growth? Must we all be marketers? And what about AI, especially in Web3? Check this article for all tips on the Web3 marketing flywheel (hint: it’s about being genuine ánd clever). 

We are thrilld to announce a community partnership with Zebu Live, one of the UK’s largest Web3 events, happening in London this October 10-11. As per the partnership, we can gladly offer five complimentary tickets. To win email us at info@thrilldlabs.io. We will pick the winners by October 4th through a randomnized process. Read on for more info.

Are you interested in finding a job in Web3, alongside +200K (!) others globally? We put together a guide with the first steps for finding that job you want in Web3. By building knowledge, leveraging your network, and obtaining new skills while hustling ánd being rock solid determined, you will build that foundation for growth. Read on to uncover how precisely you pull this off. 

Thrilld Labs' Traineeship Program offers a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Web3 tech. Get to know Celeste! Celeste Jingya Yuan is currently participating in our Traineeship Program as a Marketing and Digital Content Trainee. She studies Culture and Design Management and AI Concentration at Yonsei University (Underwood International College) in South Korea. Read on for her take on Web3 and AI.

“Want to meet in Barcelona to talk about this deal?” At Thrilld Labs, we’ve heard firsthand the impact of scammers on startups. Our latest article covers ways to protect your Web3 project from shady inventors. We put together excellent research about fraudsters’ tactics and established due diligence guidelines that projects can use to enhance their understanding of investors and mitigate risks. Read on for more.

We’re thrilld to announce our community partnership with Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024. Thanks to our dear partners, we’re thrilld to offer fifty(!) tickets to Thrilld community members for Bitcoin Amsterdam 2024 on a first-come, first-served basis! To get your ticket, email us at info@thrilldlabs.io with Bitcoin Amsterdam in the subject line. Read on for more info. 

We are thrilld to share our media partnership with EthConnect Club, the premier startup competition in Italy to showcase and provide exposure to the most promising international Web3 early-stage companies. Read on for more info about how to join. 

We are thrilld to share that Sofi Nafikova, a Computer Science Engineering and Global Studies student at Pusan National University, has joined Thrilld Labs as a Next.js & Web3 Trainee. With a strong interest in ML and software engineering, Sofi brings many fresh ideas to our development team. We checked in with Sofi to see how the Traineeship is going so far.

Thrilld Labs is thrilld to announce that Jesse Wachtel has joined our team as Lead Engineer. Jesse's long-time expertise in decentralization, leading teams, and building in Web3 will play a key role in shaping Thrilld Labs' development trajectory.

We are thrilld to announce that Thrilld Labs is now an official community partner of ETHWarsaw 2024. This grassroots, community-led conference and hackathon will bring together nearly 1,000+ builders, innovators, and industry leaders during Warsaw Blockchain Week. Moreover, we’re thrilld to announce a giveaway of two free tickets to our community members, enabled by our dear partners. Read on.

We are thrilld to announce our partnership with ETHMilan, which will take place on September 26-27, at the beautiful Teatro Franco Parenti in Milan. Thanks to our dear partners, members of the Thrilld community have a chance to win one of the two free tickets to ETHMilan - contact us by September 19th if you want to enter the draw. Read on. 

Alexandra Overgaag, founder of Thrilld Labs, recently sat down with Henrik Beyer of Cryptobeyer to discuss all things Thrilld Labs. They explored how her background in hospitality, law, and political science, as well as personal losses, shaped her mindset, and how Thrilld Labs is transforming Web3 business with plans for a utility token launch and product expansion later this year. Read on for more. 

We are thrilld to share about our partnership with WebX Asia 2024. Held from August 28-29 Tokyo, WebX 2024 is set to be one of Asia’s largest Web3 conferences. We’re excited to offer our community two complimentary tickets on a first come first serve basis. Winners are kindly asked to act as Thrilld Labs’ official Brand Ambassadors during their attendance. Read on for more.

We are thrilld to announce that Thrilld has been chosen as the official networking app for DePIN Revolution, the largest global event on Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN). The event happening in August 2024 picked Thrilld because, in their own works, it looks sleek and because "Web3 has been lacking a good networking tool". Read on for more info about the event and our collab. 

We are thrilld to announce a partnership with Webs Week 2024, also referred to as Webs Week Frankfurt, scheduled to take place this September 16-18 in Frankfurt, Germany. As per the partnership, we can gladly offer a complimentary ticket to Thrilld community members. 

We are thrilld to share that we will be competing as one of the pitching startups at the European Blockchain Convention (EBC) in Barcelona this September! With 16 VCs overseeing the competition, this event provides a good opportunity for Thrilld Labs to connect with investors and increase the growth prospects of the company whilst showcasing our products on stage.

We are thrilld to announce our community partnership with NapulETH, Italy's Web3 Open Village dedicated to the Ethereum ecosystem. Thanks to this partnership, Thrilld community members have a chance to win a free ticket. Read on for more details. 

Not all Web3 VCs are created equal. In a piece put together by our team, we lined up the preliminary considerations when searching for the right VC and considered the most important need-to-knows in the Web3 investment process. 

We are thrilld to partner with Istanbul Blockchain Week 2024, which will take place on August 13th and 14th at the prestigious Hilton Bomonti Hotel. We also have a limited number of complimentary tickets available! Read on.

We’re thrilld to collaborate with Chain Conference 2024. Thanks to our dear partners, we may offer our community the chance to win two complimentary tickets to the event taking place in September 2024. To enter the giveaway, simply email us at info@thrilldlabs.io. Read on for more info. 

We are thrilld to announce our community partnership with TOKEN2049, the world’s largest crypto and blockchain event. Thrilld members are offered a 15% discount on tickets (use code THRILLD15), and we have two free tickets for grabs. Read on. 

We are thrilld to partner with the Kazakhstan Association of Blockchain Technologies and Artificial Intelligence (KABTAI). Together with KABTAI, we hope to drive innovation and create a lasting impact in the blockchain and AI industries in Kazakhstan and beyond. 

Through a collaborative effort, ApdA and Thrilld Labs have identified five essential attributes for professionals to excel and stand out in the competitive industry of blockchain and Web3. Read our research here.

We are thrilld to announce a networking partnership with Web3 Tales Conference, the venue for discussing the world of decentralized finance, coming this October 1st in Zagreb, Croatia. As per the partnership, we can offer two complimentary tickets to Web3 Tales to Thrilld community members. To win them, download Thrilld and send us a message on LinkedIn or Twitter, or email us directly at info@thrilldlabs.io. 

We are thrilld to announce our media partnership with the India Blockchain Summit. Members of the Thrilld community are offered a chance to get one of the two media passes, and they would be kindly requested to act as brand ambassadors on site. Want to represent Thrilld Labs in Delhi? Contact us.

We are thrilld that Palina Rubina has recently joined Thrilld Labs as a Growth Associate Trainee. Our Traineeship Program offers a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Web3 technology. We checked in with Palina—an aspiring data analyst with a business twist—to see how the Program is going so far.

We are thrilld to announce our community partnership with Blockchain Futurist Conference, Canada's largest and most high-profile event focusing on blockchain, Web3, and cryptocurrency! Thanks to the partnership, we can give away four tickets. Want to be fully sure to attend? Get 25% off tickets with code: Thrilld25.

We are thrilld to announce a networking partnership with Chain Reaction Baku, a top-notch Web3, AI, and crypto conference happening this September 10-11 in Baku, Azerbaijan. As per the partnership, we can offer two complimentary tickets to Thrilld community members to Chain Reaction Baku. To win them, download Thrilld and send us a message on LinkedIn or Twitter, or email us directly at info@thrilldlabs.io. 

We’re thrilld to announce our partnership with NFTFEST Brussels 2024, a community-driven Web3 festival set to take place on July 7th and 8th in Brussels. As part of our partnership, we are thrilld to offer Thrilld community members a 50% discount (code NFTFESTthrilld50) and 2 complimentary tickets to attend NFTFEST Brussels 2024. 

We’re thrilld to announce that we are partnering up with IVS Crypto 2024 Kyoto, one of the key events of Japan Blockchain Week that focuses on blockchain technology and Web3, and are happy to offer two complimentary tickets and discount code THRILLD20 to our community. 

At Thrilld Labs, we designed our Traineeship Program with a mission to develop the next wave of global Web3 leaders and Web3-savvy professionals who will shape our innovation and teams in the future. By offering special mentorship and hands-on practical experience, we aim to create an innovation-driven, global, and diverse environment within our company. Program applications are considered on a rolling basis, yet for the Fall/Winter Program, we encourage you to contact us in time. 

We are thrilld that Kendall Brown has recently joined Thrilld Labs as a Business Development & Digital Content Trainee. Our Traineeship Program offers a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Web3 technology. We checked in with Kendall - who is currently working towards completing her undergraduate degree in Economics and Asian Studies at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea - to see how the Program is so far.

We’re thrilld to partner with the Association for Professionals in Digital Assets (ApdA). ApdA spurs professionalism and ethics in the blockchain and digital assets industry, offering members certification and a platform to validate their ethical standards - on-chain. 

We're thrilld to announce our community partnership with Web3 Kyrgyzstan. 

We're thrilld to welcome Radzhana Regina Dorzhieva, who's pursuing B.A. and B.Sc. degrees in Quantitative Risk Management and Creative Technology Management at Yonsei University, as a Business Development Trainee. We chatted with Regina to ask how her traineeship experience has been so far. 

We’re thrilld to share that Thrilld is the official networking solution of Block World Tour Granada 2024, a two-day blockchain, Web3 and crypto conference happening this May 14th-15th in Spain!

We’re thrilld to share that we are partnering up with NFT Rome, a four-day conference for discussing the future of crypto and Web3, bringing a unique combination of art, technology, and culture. 

We’re thrilld to partner up with NFC Lisbon 2024, a three-day event happening on May 28-30 in Lisbon, Portugal and are happy to offer 20 allowlists with a 90% discount for Thrilld community members. 

We are thrilld to share that Aizhanat Zhalilova has now joined Thrilld Labs as a Partnerships & Community Trainee. Thrilld Labs' Traineeship Program offers a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Web3 technology. We checked in with Aizhanat - who has been trading crypto since 2020 - to see how her traineeship experience is so far.

We're thrilled to announce our partnership with the Conference on Digital Assets (CODA), and thanks to the partnership, we can offer three complimentary tickets to Thrilld community members to CODA. 

We’re thrilld to share that we’ve partnered up with BlockchainX Istanbul 2024, a top-notch Turkish venue for discussing the future of blockchain, crypto, and Web3. As per the partnership, we can offer two complimentary tickets to Thrilld community members to BlockchainX Istanbul. 

We're thrilld to partner up with Global Blockchain Show Dubai and are happy to offer Thrilld’s community members two complimentary tickets.

We are thrilld to share that David Fernandez has joined Thrilld Labs as a Business Developer. ‍‍David is a seasoned Web3 professional passionate about crypto, blockchain, and business. We checked in with David - prior Bit2Me, Spain's main crypto exchange - to see how his experience has been so far.

We are thrilld to share that Assel Altayeva, our former Product Trainee, has now joined Thrilld Labs as a Product & Growth Associate. Thrilld Labs' Traineeship Program offers a unique opportunity for students and young professionals to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of Web3 technology. We checked in with Assel - who is currently working towards completing her undergraduate degree in Global Studies and Computer Science Engineering at Pusan National University, South Korea - to see how her traineeshi experience was.

Read a letter by Thrilld Labs' CEO, Alexandra Overgaag, to all our partners, investors, and early adopters. The letter contains our new report, "A Year in (P)review," for a recap of 2023 and, most importantly, an outlook on 2024.

We're thrilld to partner up with TEAMZ WEB3/AI SUMMIT TOKYO 2024 and are happy to offer Thrilld’s community members two complimentary tickets.

Thrilld Labs is thrilld to announce the addition of financial expert, blockchain executive, and conference organizer Colin Smith to Thrilld Labs' team in the capacity of an advisor. 

We are thrilld to announce the launch of EcstaSHE, Thrilld Labs' initiative to grow a business community for female Web3(-oriented) professionals, leaders, and executives. Applications are open and will be considered on a rolling basis. 

Thrilld Labs has been chosen from a pool of over 500 applicants to pitch at the European Blockchain Convention’s (EBC) Startup Battle. The EBC Startup Battle is the largest early-stage blockchain startup competition in Europe. In each edition, 50 finalist startups are selected to pitch their company.

We are thrilld to announce that Arjan ten Buuren has joined Thrilld Labs as COO. Arjan is a seasoned tech manager with nearly a decade of experience investing and creating synergies in the crypto space.

We are thrilld to officially voice our partnership with the Blockchain Founders Group (BFG). BFG is a company builder and early-stage venture capital investor.

We're thrilld to collaborate with European Blockchain Convention (EBC) as a Community Partner. The EBC is a leading event held in Barcelona in October, featuring speakers from all across the Web3 ecosystem.

We are beyond thrilld to reveal our partnership with PARSIQ, a full-suite data network for building the backend of all Web3 dApps & protocols.