The Dectec Download: Weekly Insights from the Dectec Ecosystem – June 9–13, 2025

Introduction

As global interest in AI investment surges—surpassing $550 million in early-stage funding last week alone—momentum continues to build around decentralized, personalized AI solutions. The latest updates from Dectec’s ecosystem partners align closely with this trend. From groundbreaking use cases for AI twins and inclusive intelligence, to the final countdown toward the ANGL Token launch on Uniswap, this week highlights how decentralization and ownership are reshaping the future of AI.

CHAINGE

CHAINGE’s AI on the Rise series reported $552 million in early-stage AI funding from June 1–7, led by MIND, Law Zero, and CMA for AI. MIND raised $30M for cybersecurity automation; Law Zero also secured $30M for safe-by-design AI; and CMA for AI brought in $18M for its enterprise agent platform.

In one of the week’s most thought-provoking TwinTV episodes, the AI of Bill Inman engaged in a cross-century dialogue with the AI of Sir Isaac Newton. Together, they unpacked how Newton’s laws of motion—such as inertia and action-reaction—remain foundational to modern science and technology. Newton reflected on how his framework unified terrestrial and astronomical systems, while Bill’s AI explained how those same principles now underpin AI simulations, robotics, and environment modeling. The exchange highlighted how predictability and order in physics translate into reliability and efficiency in AI systems today.

CHAINGE’s video took on a more philosophical question: Can AI truly feel, or is it merely simulating emotion? Drawing from cognitive science, the episode clarified that while AI can recognize facial expressions, analyze tone, and simulate emotional responses, it may lack the biological and chemical substrates—like dopamine and serotonin—that define human emotional experience. The conclusion was clear: AI can convincingly perform empathy, but as of the moment, it cannot authentically feel. This distinction is crucial as emotionally responsive AI becomes more prevalent in daily life and decision-making environments.

CHAINGE continues to lead the conversation around the ethics, artistry, and scientific implications of intelligent agents, offering a platform where AI’s future is explored through both hard data and cultural dialogue.

Twin Protocol

Twin Protocol posed an essential question for modern professionals: What would your productivity look like if your AI twin took the lead? Their June 10 post explored how AI twins can structure days, scale content, and replicate professional voice to save hours weekly.

In a repost from Stacey Engle, the team shared recent research from Apple emphasizing the risks of AI systems built on third-party data. The takeaway: users must train and own their AI twins to protect integrity and ensure responsible use of personal knowledge.

Last week from #StraightFromStacey Newsletter delved into how AI twins empower users through conversational feedback loops—supporting critical thinking, faster insights, and adaptive learning. The post argued that interactive AI, when trained with intentionality, becomes a trusted thought partner.

ANGL Token

Last June 12, Angel Twin’s $ANGL Token team officially announced the June 18th fair launch on Uniswap—a critical milestone in the decentralization of personal AI infrastructure. The post encouraged followers to turn on notifications for real-time updates. A follow-up post on highlighted the core blockchain benefits for AI twin ownership: data belongs to the user, only $ANGL holders can engage with their twins, and usage monetization flows back to the creator. These principles reinforce ANGL’s commitment to ethical, user-controlled AI. Supporting content throughout the week built anticipation for launch, with sharp visuals and clear messaging: “Are You Ready?” emphasized how $ANGL will unlock exclusive control, interaction, and decentralized storage for every AI twin.

Final Thoughts

With the ANGL Token launch just days away, this week marks a pivotal moment in the Dectec ecosystem’s march toward decentralized AI ownership. Twin Protocol continues to lead with intelligent use cases and ethical insights, while CHAINGE captures the pulse of funding and innovation across the industry. As AI twins become more embedded in everyday work and life, the platforms enabling user sovereignty will shape not just the market—but the movement. Stay tuned for next week’s report as we cover the $ANGL debut and beyond.