Onchain analytics firm Nansen has appointed Robert Leshner, founder of Superstate and Compound, to its Board of Directors, according to a note shared with crypto.news.
Leshner, a key figure in decentralized finance, will help shape Nansen’s strategic direction as it expands its offerings in onchain intelligence, staking, and multi-chain analytics.
Leshner is known for pioneering DeFi through Compound, a protocol that introduced algorithmic lending in crypto markets.
His background in protocol development and tokenization is expected to contribute to Nansen’s mission of providing real-time analytics for traders, investors, and builders.
“Robert is a pioneer in DeFi, and his insights into decentralized systems and crypto markets will be invaluable as Nansen scales to new heights,” said Alex Svanevik, CEO and Co-Founder of Nansen.
Nansen’s product rollouts
Leshner’s appointment comes as Nansen accelerates product rollouts, including its Nansen Points initiative and expanded staking services. He joins a board that includes representatives from Accel and a16z Crypto, reinforcing the company’s leadership in onchain analytics.
“Nansen has built the most valuable intelligence platform in crypto, and I’m excited to help the team continue to innovate,” Leshner said.
Nansen provides AI-driven tools to help users analyze crypto markets, track portfolios, and identify trends. The company aims to enhance transparency and decision-making for participants in the evolving onchain economy.
