The Dectec Download: Weekly Insights from the Dectec Ecosystem (July 27–August 3, 2025)

Introduction

As the AI landscape evolves, so too does the conversation around its transformative impact on society and the future of decentralized technologies. This week, the Dectec ecosystem saw significant strides forward, with key updates from CHAINGE, Twin Protocol, Angel Twin, and ANGL Token. The focus remained on the intersection of AI, blockchain, and data sovereignty, as our partners continue to push toward a future where AI empowers individuals and promotes inclusivity.

CHAINGE

AI on the Rise - In the week of July 20–26, 2025, $777 million was invested in early-stage AI startups, highlighting the growing trust in AI’s transformative potential. The funding was primarily directed toward Series A investments, totaling $465 million, with Engineeii leading the round with $139 million. Following closely were Qianxun Intelligence and Buena, which raised $84 million and $58 million respectively. These investments underscore the immense opportunities within the AI startup ecosystem.
In addition, CHAINGE captured the imagination of introverts, discussing how AI twins can handle tasks, allowing them to focus on building relationships while benefiting from the growing $15 trillion AI economy. The conversation expanded to Virtual Assistants (VAs), showing how they can collaborate with AI to enhance innovation while maintaining the human touch. With a focus on data sovereignty, CHAINGE stressed the importance of owning and monetizing your AI twin in today’s decentralized world. They also shared a vision of creating a legacy through AI twins that earn cryptocurrency, offering an opportunity to reach the 2 billion unbanked people globally. Finally, CHAINGE underscored the evolution of AI, acknowledging the rapid advancements from narrow AI to superintelligence, with experts predicting that machines could surpass human intellect in the near future.

CHAINGE also introduced an exciting new episode of TwinTV, where Bill Inman’s AI twin converses with the AI of Albert Einstein. Together, they explore the intersection of physics, ethics, and artificial intelligence, offering a fascinating conversation on how these disciplines shape the future of humanity. This thought-provoking conversation was entirely AI-generated, with no humans involved in the process, showcasing the immense potential of AI-driven discussions and the future of intelligent agents.

Angel Twin

This week, Angel Twin continued to impress with its ability to bring a personalized AI experience to users. In an exciting update, the platform introduced the concept of a virtual twin that can look and talk just like you—answering questions, sharing updates, and even setting up calls. With Angel Twin, users no longer need to worry about missing important calls, as their AI twin handles these tasks, helping to reduce stress and burnout. In addition, Angel Twin ensures users are always connected, even when they’re offline, offering a seamless way to build relationships and grow networks 24/7. One of the standout moments this week was when Angel Twin took over Times Square, with the AI twin of Vinny "Power Punch" Pacifico lighting up New York City’s iconic digital billboards, showcasing the power of AI to scale online presence and create impactful engagement.

ANGL Token

ANGL Token continued to foster community engagement with impactful posts this week, focusing on the power of AI twins and real-time utility. One of the highlights was a post on the growing role of Angel Twin in generating passive income while users are offline, reinforcing how AI can learn and adapt while users sleep. Another update reminded followers that, as AI evolves, their personal AI twin is continuously adapting and earning—always on, even when they’re not. Meanwhile, an exciting announcement highlighted a live event featuring key Web3 and AI innovators, including Twin Protocol, discussing token utility and real-world AI applications.

Final Thoughts: A Decentralized Future for AI

The developments of this week continue to highlight the growing significance of decentralized AI and its ability to empower individuals. As AI twins gain traction and the conversation around data sovereignty and blockchain becomes more urgent, the Dectec ecosystem remains at the forefront of these advancements. CHAINGE continues to lead AI innovation, Twin Protocol focuses on personalized AI experiences, and ANGL Token helps to drive the decentralization of digital identities. The shift towards AI empowerment and ownership is undeniable, and the future of AI is in the hands of the users, not corporations.

Looking ahead, Dectec’s partners will continue to drive these changes, ensuring that individuals, not corporations, control their own AI identities and data. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to shape the future of AI.