Robert Mao
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Founder of ArcBlock. Builder in blockchain, DID, and AI/LLM. Ex-Microsoft Research. Author & speaker on human-centered innovation.
Seattle, WA
Joined January 2007
ArcSphere - The browser that thinks for you. Download FREE in iOS AppStore and Google Play Store.
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Every brand name carries a story — here’s the one behind AIGNE.
🌱 The Name That Returned. AIGNE was born midair — somewhere between Tokyo and Singapore. It was meant for a friend’s new venture, a gift of meaning and spirit. But the name was not chosen. And yet, it stayed with me. Like a seed planted for someone else, that quietly blossomed.
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The name AIGNE was a gift I gave away — or so I thought. It was meant to bring someone else success. They didn’t use it. But I couldn’t let it go. Now it’s the name of my life’s work. And funny enough, the jet I was once promised for someone else’s success….might still arrive —.
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🌱 The Name That Returned. AIGNE was born midair — somewhere between Tokyo and Singapore. It was meant for a friend’s new venture, a gift of meaning and spirit. But the name was not chosen. And yet, it stayed with me. Like a seed planted for someone else, that quietly blossomed.
🎉 AIGNE – Fun Facts.•How do you say “AIGNE”?.It’s pronounced [ ˈei dʒən ] — like “agent” without the “t.” 😄.•Where does the name come from?.Aigne is a small medieval village in southern France. In Old Irish, aigne means “spirit” — a perfect metaphor for agents that think and.
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🎉 AIGNE – Fun Facts.•How do you say “AIGNE”?.It’s pronounced [ ˈei dʒən ] — like “agent” without the “t.” 😄.•Where does the name come from?.Aigne is a small medieval village in southern France. In Old Irish, aigne means “spirit” — a perfect metaphor for agents that think and.
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Swipe-based video feeds distort your sense of time and memory. A decentralized, AI-powered social network shouldn’t do that to you.
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Short-form video platforms like TikTok feel efficient — but they’re designed to waste your time without you noticing. I break down how swipe-based int
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RT @wangshijun2010: 💰 Smart cost control with AIGNE!. Built-in resource management:.📊 Token usage tracking.🔢 Agent call limits.⏰ Timeout pr….
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An F-16 and a Mustang flying together. Isn’t that just like AI and Blockchain — different generations, but still making a legendary team? ✈️⚙️🔥 #FutureMeetsFoundation #ArcBlock #AIGNE
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It’s kind of surreal that I — and some of our team members — actually live in this area. Yes, this is our neighborhood. 🌲🏡.What a wild and wonderful place to build from!.
For all the Twin Peaks fans out there —. Some of our ArcBlock products and ideas were actually born right here in this very area! 🌲✨. There’s definitely something in the air…
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For all the Twin Peaks fans out there —. Some of our ArcBlock products and ideas were actually born right here in this very area! 🌲✨. There’s definitely something in the air…
If we host an in-person ArcBlock Builder event, which venue would you love the most?. Let us know — we’re exploring options and want to make it special! 🛠️✨.
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RT @RobRoyHobbs: Two lessons from this weeks events:. 1. Personal failure isn’t the opposite of progress. It’s often how you find your way.….
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Hey, I just won 5.09 ABT at the ArcBlock 202507 Twitter Reward Pool event! 🎉
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A big yacht cruised by during my interview — and I swear someone who looked like @MYC_NETWORK was waving at me. 👋🛥️. Is this a sign? 😄
Big thanks to @Taylor_Soper for covering us in @geekwire — truly appreciate the support! 🙏. It’s an amazing write-up. Excited to keep building and sharing what’s next! 🚀.
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Thanks @Taylor_Soper for your continued support of the startup community — always appreciate the work you do! 🙌
Big thanks to @Taylor_Soper for covering us in @geekwire — truly appreciate the support! 🙏. It’s an amazing write-up. Excited to keep building and sharing what’s next! 🚀.
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Big thanks to @Taylor_Soper for covering us in @geekwire — truly appreciate the support! 🙏. It’s an amazing write-up. Excited to keep building and sharing what’s next! 🚀.
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From top left, clockwise: Markiesha Patrice; Joe Heitzeberg; Elizabeth Russo; Gregory Kennedy; Robert Mao; Xuchen Yao; Gayathri (G3) Venkataraman; Mamtha
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Shoutout to @RobRoyHobbs — doing an awesome job explaining ArcSphere and AIGNE to visitors at our booth! 🙌. Love seeing the excitement and curiosity from everyone stopping by.
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We’ll be planning some events — starting small and collaborating with partners. Step by step, building meaningful connections. Stay tuned! 🛠️🤝.
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Apparently, hosting events at Microsoft HQ is a popular choice — it’s actually easier and more cost-effective since Microsoft is very friendly. 👏. And for the Twin Peaks fans out there — don’t worry! It’s just 30 minutes away. Perfect for a little post-event tour. 🌲☕🦉.
If we host an in-person ArcBlock Builder event, which venue would you love the most?. Let us know — we’re exploring options and want to make it special! 🛠️✨.
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