The 100: Alex Reinhardt, Venture Capitalist, Blockchain Innovator I Founder of UChain Now based in Dubai, Reinhardt continues to shape the future of blockchain by building practical, real world ecosystems designed for global adoption.

This article forms part of The 100, Entrepreneur Middle East's annual guide spotlighting the most influential people across the GCC.

Alex Reinhardt is a venture capitalist, economist, blockchain expert, and business coach widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the global crypto industry. Born in Siberia and raised in Germany following his family's migration, Reinhardt's early life was shaped by cultural displacement, financial hardship, and the challenge of rebuilding from scratch—experiences that instilled resilience, adaptability, and a multidimensional worldview.

A graduate of Humboldt University in Berlin with a degree in economics, Reinhardt began launching startups while still a student. Over the following decade, he helped build and scale hundreds of ventures, raising more than €500 million in funding. His exposure to entrepreneurship at an early stage enabled him to recognize blockchain's transformative potential as early as 2011, long before it entered the mainstream.

By 2015, Reinhardt was developing blockchain based wallets, marketplaces, and gaming solutions. In 2023, he launched the Smart Blockchain Network, now hosting more than 1.2 million accounts, alongside pioneering Splitting Technology—an eco-efficient alternative to mining and staking designed to enhance scalability, inclusivity, and network stability.

Beyond technology, Reinhardt is deeply committed to mentorship. Through the Alex Reinhardt Academy, he has educated over 500,000 participants worldwide, emphasizing sustainable business models, early revenue generation, and personal leadership. Now based in Dubai, Reinhardt continues to shape the future of blockchain by building practical, real-world ecosystems designed for global adoption.