Apium Innovations

🚀 Introducing the first episode of Startup Debrief! What drives founders to keep building, even when the path is uncertain? In Part 1 of our 3-part interview series, we sit down with James Bourque, co-founder of Intu, to break down the real journey of building a Web3 startup—the pivots, the lessons, and the moments that made it all worth it. Hosted by Leeroy Hendriks, serial entrepreneur and Apium Innovations co-founder, this conversation covers: 💡 Why James left corporate life to start INTU 🔑 The biggest challenges of building decentralized infrastructure 🛠️ How Web3 founders balance decentralization with pragmatism 🔥 The most rewarding moment in their journey so far “If you don’t build it yourself, the future may not turn out the way you want it to.” – James Bourque 🎙️ Watch Part 1 here → https://lnkd.in/e2cWx9AB 📩 Subscribe for future episodes → https://lnkd.in/eeJwADu8 This is just the beginning. Part 2 and Part 3 will be dropping in the coming weeks, where we dive even deeper into the founder journey and the future of decentralized infrastructure. #StartupDebrief #FounderLessons #Web3 #Startup #Entrepreneurship

Register Now: https://lu.ma/lrcmpcct Here’s Your Chance to Catch Up! NFTs on Solana are fast, cost-effective, and packed with opportunities—and now, you can learn exactly how to build and launch your own NFT in one hands-on session! This isn’t just another talk. It’s a step-by-step live demo !! Whether you’re a developer, creator, or Web3 enthusiast, this is your chance to break into NFTs with confidence. Don’t just watch others build—be the creator. See you there! #SolanaNFT #Web3 #Blockchain #NFTDevelopment #Crypto #TechTalk #NFTCommunity #solana #NFT

Web3 Doesn’t Need More Hype—It Needs Better Products Web3 was supposed to fix the internet, but too often, founders get caught in hype cycles, speculative bubbles, and clunky UX. For James Bourque, co-founder of INTU, building a Web3 startup wasn’t about trends—it was about fixing what’s broken. In our latest Startup Debrief podcast, he shares what he’s learned: ⚡ Most users don’t care about decentralization—they care if it works. ⚡ Fundraising isn’t just about survival—selling too much equity early can kill your startup. ⚡ Launching a token too soon? It can do more harm than good. ⚡ The best Web3 products make decentralization invisible. The takeaway? Web3 won’t win by being different—it’ll win by being better. 📩 Read the full post here → https://lnkd.in/ex2mA5Dz 🎙️ Watch the full conversation with James here → https://lnkd.in/e2cWx9AB #Web3 #Founder #Startup #Blockchain #Entrepreneurship

I had the amazing opportunity to participate in a great session at Hatch Works on February 25th, 2025, diving into the essential process of onboarding users to real-world dApps on the Solana blockchain. 💲♾️ The event offered valuable insights into the shift from Web2 to Web3, highlighting key challenges and innovative solutions for driving widespread dApp adoption.🔥🎯 And this session was packed with insights on the future of seamless Web3 experiences. 📌Key Highlights: ✅ Why Web3? Understanding the shift & its impact ✅ Overcoming adoption challenges & improving user experience ✅ Strategic solutions to optimize onboarding journeys ✅ Real-world applications & future trends A huge shoutout to the amazing speakers Gihan Saranga Siriwardhana,Adithya Saranga,Nissanka SeneviratneSwetha Fernando,Hasitha Perera and other experts who shared their knowledge, making this session both insightful and engaging! Excited to see how these learnings shape the next phase of Web3 adoption. 🌍💡 #Web3 #Blockchain #UserExperience #TechInnovation #Decentralization #FutureOfTech #CommunityDriven

🚀 Understanding Blockchain Nodes: The Backbone of Decentralization 🚀 As I dive deeper into the Web3 world, I keep encountering new terms like decentralization, cryptography, and liquidity. But there's one term that always stands out: Blockchain. What is blockchain, and how does it operate in a decentralized manner without a centralized authority? 🤔 In my latest post, I explore the critical role of blockchain nodes in the Web3 ecosystem and their impact on decentralization, security, and network integrity. 🔍 What are nodes? Nodes are computers that participate in the blockchain network, and there are various types — Full Nodes, Light Nodes (SPV), and Mining/Validator Nodes. Each has a unique role in maintaining the blockchain’s smooth operation. 💡 Why do nodes matter? Full Nodes ensure decentralization, fraud prevention, and rule enforcement. Light Nodes make blockchain accessible on devices with limited storage. Mining/Validator Nodes are essential for creating new blocks and maintaining blockchain security. Interested in the nuts and bolts of blockchain technology? 🌐 👉 Check out the full breakdown and discover how these nodes work in detail on my Substack.

🚀 Building on Solana? Stop struggling with transaction history! If you’ve built a wallet interface, portfolio tracker, or any dApp on Solana, you know the pain: ❌ RPC rate limits ❌ SOL & SPL token transaction headaches ❌ Handling large histories 🔧 Introducing Solana Toolbox – a dev-friendly library that makes transaction retrieval fast & easy: ✅ Multi-RPC endpoint support ✅ Native SOL & SPL token transaction history ✅ Intelligent retries & pagination ✅ Customizable token mapping Read more : https://lnkd.in/gWUfPzY5 #Solana #Web3 #DeFi #Blockchain #SolanaToolbox

What if you could build, mint, and launch your own NFT in just one session? Now you can! Join us for an exclusive hands-on tech talk where you'll deploy and mint your first NFT LIVE with expert guidance !! Date & Time: 27th March @ 6 pm Limited Spots Available – Register Now! → https://lu.ma/lrcmpcct Don't just watch the NFT space evolve—be a part of it. See you there! #SolanaNFT #Web3 #Blockchain #NFTDevelopment #Crypto #TechTalk #NFTCommunity #Solana #deploy #mint #NFT

What if you could build, mint, and launch your own NFT in just one session? Now you can! Join us for an exclusive hands-on tech talk where you'll deploy and mint your first NFT LIVE with expert guidance !! Date & Time: 27th March @ 6 pm Limited Spots Available – Register Now! → https://lu.ma/lrcmpcct Don't just watch the NFT space evolve—be a part of it. See you there! #SolanaNFT #Web3 #Blockchain #NFTDevelopment #Crypto #TechTalk #NFTCommunity #Solana #deploy #mint #NFT

Picture your company managing funds globally in seconds, without the headache of exchange rate fluctuations or banking fees.  From faster payments and borderless transactions to enhanced financial inclusion and streamlined treasury operations, stablecoins offer a modern solution to today’s financial challenges. Are you ready for the stablecoin revolution in finance? Dive deeper into how this innovation is shaping the future of payroll and treasury management in our latest article! https://lnkd.in/eFKGm3sZ #Stablecoins #Blockchain #PayrollInnovation #TreasuryManagement #FinancialInclusion #Crypto #FutureOfFinance #BusinessTransformation #FinTech #DigitalAssets

Our Lead Engineer, Jinali Pabasara, recently explored AI agents using OpenAI Assistant APIs and built a demo application that fetches wallet balances. The process involves creating an assistant, setting up message threads, triggering tool calls all automated by AI! Check out Jinali’s article where she breaks down how AI agents work and how Web3 can leverage them: 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/enEaTFK4 AI + Web3 = Infinite Possibilities! What are your thoughts on integrating AI Agents into blockchain applications? Let’s discuss! #AI #Web3 #Blockchain #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAgents #OpenAI