While the crypto landscape continues to evolve, the future is not just digital—it’s also beautifully diverse. As we move into celebrating Women’s Day and Women’s Month, it is paramount to cherish dynamic women from the Web3 world, who are rewriting the rules of innovation, creativity and leadership. These journeys remind us that every breakthrough in the crypto industry starts with a single idea—an idea nurtured by passion and executed with precision. Let us take a closer look at the women who recently made a transformative impact on the Web3 industry: Bridging Gaming and Blockchain: Mattie Fairchild Mattie Fairchild is a name that resonates in both the gaming and blockchain communities. As the Head of Developer Relations at OP Labs- Polygon and formerly the Senior Director of Crypto Marketing and Developer Relations at Manticore Games, she doesn’t just manage teams—she nurtures communities. At Manticore, she helped integrate blockchain tech into gaming, empowering developers to build, share and monetize games though decentralized ecosystems. She has also led impactful NFT projects including Boys Club, a DAO championing women builders in Web3, proving her fierce commitment to inclusivity and innovation in the blockchain spehere. Before Manticore, Mattie was the co-founder of Wavedash Games and served as its CEO, pushing community-driven Web3 game development to new heights. Her stints at TinyCo and Storm8 influenced her knack for creating engaged online communities. Through bold strategies and the relentless energy of a commander, Mattie has turned challenges into opportunities, driving technical growth and fostering creative spaces where diverse ideas from the Web3 community can thrive. Redefining Art and Ownership: Victoria Fuller Victoria Fuller’s journey is a testament of substantially fusing art and technology. As the founder, lead artist and project director of Rogue Bunnies NFT collection, she has helped shatter the traditional barriers between art and blockchain. Minted on the FLOW blockchain—the same platform powering NBA Top Shot and UFC Strike—Rogue Bunnies delivers stunning digital art, while providing real-world perks to its community. Leveraging her unique background as a former Playboy Playmate and the first licensed artist by Playboy, Victoria has created a bold vision for the decentralized future where Metaverse and in person events converge. She bypasses old-school gatekeepers, empowering artists to reach a global audience and secure ownership of their work through blockchain. As CEO of Gatefold Labs, Victoria is pushing the limits of Web3 through her vibrant Discord channels to orchestrating dynamic NFT activations and in-person events—experiences that have captivated both crypto veterans, newcomers, and the mainstream media alike. In an era where digital assets rival physical ones, Victoria’s work stands as a prime example of democratizing art ownership through creativity and a real life- community focused experience. Empowering Musicians: Violetta Zironi’s Blockchain Beat In an industry where record labels have long held the reins, singer-songwriter Violetta Zironi is rewriting the rulebook. Since diving into blockchain in 2022, Violetta has emerged as a trailblazer and top musician within Web3, using NFTs to empower independent artists and transform fan engagement. Today, she’s celebrated as the #1 independent NFT singer-songwriter globally—raking in $2.5 million in revenue and selling over 10,000 music NFTs. One of her most jaw-dropping feats came when she inscribed a song onto the Bitcoin blockchain as an Ordinal, pairing it with original artwork by her father, the renowned Disney illustrator Giuseppe Zironi. The one of a kind innovation sold for 1 BTC (around $30,000 at the time), proving that music and art can live and thrive on the blockchain. Her project "Moonshot" also turned heads, with over 325 ETH worth total sales on OpenSea. Her bold move to step away from traditional music distribution and fully embrace Web3 showcases her entrepreneurial spirit, for a future where artists call the shots. Violetta stands as a beacon for independent artists eager to break free from industry constraints and traditional streaming platforms which often and notoriously pay musicians only a fraction of a penny per stream. Digital and Immersive Storytelling in Web3 World: Nyx (@Nyx3Media) Nyx, known on social media as @Nyx3Media, is another bold example of impactfully amalgamating art, code and storytelling. Not only is Nyx the Director of Strategy at Creative Labs for IBC Group- a Mario Nawfal company, but her project "Crypto Coven" is a vibrant, community-driven journey into identity and mysticism, where each NFT tells a unique story that invites collectors to dive in and engage. Nyx has repeatedly enhanced traditional art through blockchain to create interactive, moving story pieces. By embedding smart contracts into her work, she has guaranteed transparent ownership and sustainable royalties, making every piece collectible and testament to decentralized creativity in the Web3 ecosystem. Her innovative approach invites viewers to join the creative process, echoing the collaborative energy seen in projects like MoMA’s blockchain postcard experiment and platforms like Dada.art. Nyx is constantly pushing the envelope, proving that when creativity, networking, and leadership meets blockchain, art transforms into not only a shared journey but a force which further unifies an often tribalistic Web3 space. Crafting Clear Narratives in a Complex World: Nicole GrinsteadIn the ever-growing crypto world, effective communication is the secret sauce that turns tech jargons into stories everyone can enjoy. Nicole Grinstead, at Lunar Digital Assets , has helped transform blockchain complexities into engaging narratives that resonate with the diverse gentry of the blockchain world. Nicole built the PR department at Lunar Digital Assets from scratch, setting the stage for strategic communications that has helped projects skyrocket in credibility and reach. Her in-depth chats with crypto heavyweights including Roger Ver, Craig Wright, Adam Back, John McAfee and Richard Heart have showcased the pulse of industry trends. Armed with a solid academic background, Nicole brings a unique perspective on crypto tribalism—the quirky phenomenon where different crypto groups stick to their own beliefs. Whether she’s comparing cryptocurrency to dating or market dynamics to relationship ups and downs, her creative metaphors make the most complex concepts feel understandable and oftentimes relatable. Nicole also actively engages with media and communities, ensuring emerging projects get the attention they deserve. Her work infuses a much-needed human touch into an industry that often feels cold and overly technical. Leading with Vision: Gracy Chen, BitgetGracy Chen, CEO of Bitget, is a true dynamo in the crypto world. Her immaculate rise from a TV host to blockchain spotlight, is driven by sheer determination. In 2014, while interviewing industry giants like Tim Draper, Gracy uncovered Web3’s potential. This spark led her to invest in startups like Bitkeep (now Bitget Wallet), Asia’s largest multi-chain Web3 wallet. In 2022, Gracy joined Bitget as Managing Director drove global strategies that quadrupled the platform’s user base and sealed high-profile deals with names including Lionel Messi and Juventus Football Club. These partnerships helped spread digital literacy and brought crypto into emerging markets. Taking the reins as CEO in 2024, Gracy pushed innovation and inclusivity even further. She launched the #Blockchain4Youth initiative, a $10 million project designed to promote Web3 adoption among young people. Recognized as a Global Shaper by the World Economic Forum and a delegate at UN Women’s CSW conference, Gracy uses her platform to champion gender equality in tech. As more women step into leadership roles and bring their unique perspectives, the Web3 industry seems poised to evolve in ways never previously imagined. 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