Welcome to the Ambassador Spotlight series, where we will chat with Nexus Ambassadors from around the world to learn more about them and what brought them to the Nexus community.
What is a Nexus Ambassador?
Nexus Ambassadors are highly engaged contributors who support the Nexus community. These individuals help drive the ecosystem forward through leadership, influence, and hands-on involvement.
In our last spotlight, we chatted with @InfluencerDee about the web3 community in Nigeria; Yurii will answer a similar set of questions, except he will be covering the web3 community in Ukraine. Let's go!
1. What inspired you to join and advocate for Nexus?
What drew me to Nexus is its bold yet practical mission. I’ve always believed Web3 should unlock real innovation, not just speculation, and Nexus is building the infrastructure to make that happen. The idea of a world supercomputer, a verifiable, scalable network that powers AI, rollups, and decentralized applications, aligns with my vision of Web3 as an open, trustless, and collaborative layer for the future of the internet.
I also love that Nexus isn’t just solving one piece of the puzzle; it’s tackling computation, verifiability, and scalability in a way that empowers builders anywhere, including underrepresented regions like Ukraine. It’s a project with global ambition but local impact potential, and that resonates deeply with me.
2. How does Nexus’ vision for a “world supercomputer” resonate with the specific needs or aspirations of the Ukrainian Web3 community?
Ukraine’s Web3 community is hungry for infrastructure that can help us build and scale without relying on centralized bottlenecks. We have great talent here — developers, creatives, entrepreneurs — but often the lack of reliable, affordable computing power and verifiable data access limits what people can create.
Nexus changes that. By decentralizing compute and enabling verifiable AI, it gives Ukrainian builders access to world-class resources without needing massive capital or relying on Web2 giants. Think of AI startups, DeFi protocols, or even education-focused dApps here in Ukraine; they can all benefit from a scalable, low-trust infrastructure.
It also speaks to our aspiration for sovereignty in tech. With Nexus, we’re not just consuming what’s built elsewhere; we can actively contribute and innovate on equal footing with the rest of the world.
3. In your experience, how has the Web3 and crypto ecosystem evolved in Ukraine over the past few years?
It’s been massive growth. A few years ago, most Ukrainians in crypto were focused on trading or remittances. Now we’re seeing more developers, more founders, and more serious conversations around infrastructure and on-chain utility. Hackathons are more vibrant, meetups are packed, and new projects are coming out of Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa; you name it.
Regulatory attitudes are still cautious, but the conversation is shifting from outright bans to figuring out frameworks. At the same time, grassroots communities have become much stronger. People aren’t waiting for government approval; they’re learning, building, and collaborating globally.
Also, recently, the Ukrainian government signed a bill into law officially recognizing digital assets, including cryptocurrencies.
Great times ahead!
4. Can you highlight any ways you or your peers are connecting Ukraine’s crypto scene with the global Web3 community?
Absolutely. Ukrainian builders, influencers, and enthusiasts are getting more recognition now than ever. We’ve seen teams join international accelerators, developers contribute to major protocols, and influencers collaborate with global Web3 projects. Partnerships with ecosystems like Base, Polygon, and now Nexus are creating more visibility for our local talent.
Personally, I focus on creating awareness, building strong local communities, and acting as a bridge. It’s about making sure the world sees Ukraine not just as a user base, but as a builder hub.
5. What advice would you give to young Ukrainians interested in Web3, and how can projects like Nexus help them gain a foothold in the global crypto space?
You might think it’s cliche, but the best advice I can give is to start now, start small... and continue from there. Learn the basics of blockchain, experiment with open-source projects, and join communities where you can collaborate and grow. Focus on building skills and relationships.
Projects like Nexus can be a huge catalyst because they open doors to next-gen tech like verifiable AI and decentralized compute fields, where Ukrainians can have a real competitive edge.
Most importantly, stay curious. Web3 is still early, and Ukrainians have the drive and creativity to shape its future.
