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Christopher Braithwaite Onchain Team
Senior Research Writer
Christopher Braithwaite is a Senior Research Writer at Onchain, where he produces in-depth research and editorial content on blockchain trends, DeFi ecosystems, tokenized assets, and emerging Web3 technologies. With over a decade of experience in the blockchain industry and a technical foundation built in telecommunications, Christopher specializes in translating complex data and protocols into actionable insights for founders, investors, and enterprise leaders.
Before joining Onchain, Christopher contributed to the development of the SDK and core network documentation for Lisk, one of the early Layer 1 blockchain projects. He also authored a technical book on telecommunications networks and produced a range of industry white papers that explored infrastructure and connectivity systems.
At Onchain, he plays a key role in shaping research publications, optimizing SEO content, and enhancing accessibility through UX/UI and content design. His work bridges the gap between technical precision and strategic clarity, helping readers understand how decentralized systems evolve, how token economies mature, and how onchain innovation connects to real-world use cases.
Christopher’s research and content continue to advance Onchain’s mission of providing credible, forward-looking intelligence that drives smarter decisions in the Web3 space.
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