Ivan Liljeqvist

Founder at Moralis Web3

Ivan Liljeqvist is a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space. Here's an overview of his background and accomplishments:

Professional Background

Ivan Liljeqvist is the founder and CEO of Moralis Web3, a platform that aims to simplify web3 development for developers.2 He's also known for his YouTube channel "Ivan on Tech," where he creates content focused on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and web3 development.1

Education and Early Career

Ivan holds a Master's Degree in Computer Science from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, which he completed between 2014 and 2019.2 He also studied Machine Learning at Stanford University from 2016 to 2017.2

Before founding Moralis, Ivan worked as a software developer at Ericsson, where he:

Developed for iOS and watchOS (August 2015 - January 2016)
Worked on machine learning for self-driving cars in collaboration with Volvo (September 2013 - October 2016)2

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Ivan has been involved in several entrepreneurial projects:

Moralis Web3: Founded in November 2020, this platform aims to make web3 development easier for developers.2
Moralis Academy (formerly Ivan on Tech Academy): Established in March 2017, this is an online education platform for blockchain and cryptocurrency.1 2
Ivan on Tech YouTube Channel: A globally popular channel spreading knowledge about blockchain technology.3

Expertise and Recognition

Ivan is recognized as:

An international speaker and blockchain educator
A software developer and data scientist
The founder of Stockholm Blockchain3

He has received several awards and recognitions, including:

Named "Blocktech Person of the Year" by BTCX in 2018
Awarded "Digital Trainer of the Year" by IT company Consid in 20191

Ivan is known for his ability to simplify complex blockchain concepts, making them accessible to a wide audience through his entertaining and informative talks.3 4