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James Ross MODE Network
James Ross is the founder of Mode Network, an Ethereum Layer 2 platform integrating AI agents into decentralized finance (DeFi). Launched in January 2024, Mode has introduced innovations like the AI Agent App Store, Synthdata for predictive analytics, and the AI Agent Founder School to support emerging developers. Previously, Ross co-led Hype, a Web3 marketing agency, and has been active in crypto since 2017. He is also an angel investor in projects such as EigenLayer and Ethena Labs.