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Had a great time as a guest speaker at the School of Economics and Business, University of Ljubljana (EF UL)!

Shared my entrepreneurial journey — from early startups and successful exits, through crowdfunding adventures, to the world of Web3, blockchain, DAOs, and AI agents. It was inspiring to discuss perseverance, spotting opportunities, and the future of innovation with motivated students in Prof. Dr. Boštjan Antončič’s Entrepreneurship course.

Big thanks to everyone who attended and asked such thoughtful questions. The next generation of entrepreneurs is going to be impressive! 🚀

Read more: https://www.ef.uni-lj.si/en/news/latest-news/2026-04-07-from-startups-to-web3-niko-klanseks-entrepreneurial-story-inspires-students

#Entrepreneurship #Web3 #Startups #EFUL #UniversityOfLjubljana #GuestLecture

Thank you all for the amazing birthday wishes! 🎉 Turning 42 in style – spent the day in vibrant Colombo, Sri Lanka, soaking up the electric atmosphere at the Sri Lanka vs. Zimbabwe World Cup cricket match. What a thrill! 🏏🌴 Grateful for the adventures.

#BirthdayVibes #Colombo #SriLanka #CricketMatch

Young at heart and according to Spotify also in music 😎

Endless summer vibes 🌴🌴

Bankless podcast still #1 🚀

Proud and honored to be invited to the Športnik leta 2025 gala (2025 Athlete of the year), organized by the Olimpijski komite Slovenije and Društvo športnih novinarjev Slovenije! 🏆

What a night celebrating the absolute best of Slovenian sport. Tadej Pogačar – Men’s Athlete of the Year, Janja Garnbret – Women’s Athlete of the Year, and many more.

Pure inspiration watching our champions shine on the big stage. Moments like these remind us how sport unites, motivates, and pushes the limits of what’s possible. So grateful to be part of it! 🇸🇮✨

#ŠportnikLeta2025 #SlovenianSport #OKS #ProudToBeSlovenian

An insightful day at Dialog za Prihodnost 2.0 conference, beautifully organized by Trilateralna Komisija Slovenije at Brdo pri Kranju.

Amazing panels on financial markets, geopolitics, education, health, sport, culture… basically everything that shapes our future. A true learning experience!

Highlight of the day: listening to President Borut Pahor share his insights on where we are and where we’re heading on a global stage.

Grateful for the invitation, for reconnecting with old friends and making new ones.

#DialogZaPrihodnost #TrilateralnaKomisija #BrdoPriKranju #Slovenia #FutureThinking

Excited to have been a guest speaker at Tehnoloski Park Ljubljana! Shared my journey and insights on crowdfunding with an amazing group. Grateful for the engaging discussion and the chance to inspire. 🌟 #Crowdfunding #TPLjubljana #Entrepreneurship

This year, I had the honor of joining the SoundGarden Festival as a mentor, supporting four inspiring teams as they prepared to launch their Kickstarter campaigns.

Over the past few months, we worked closely through a dedicated Crowdfunding Boot Camp, refining their stories, strategies, and campaigns. At the SoundGarden Festival, they proudly presented their projects on the main stage – it was a special moment to celebrate their vision and courage.

Big thanks to the SoundGarden team for organizing this powerful program and to everyone who came out to support the local changemakers.

💡 Discover more about the projects: https://soundgarden.si/kickstarter-launch/

Some summers stay with you.

LA, 2013 — sunlit water, stillness, and a moment of pure freedom.

Captured beautifully by Ada Hamza.

Gifted back to me years later as a reminder of that feeling.

Thank you for freezing time and letting me feel it again.

Grateful for the opportunity to be a guest speaker at the University of Ljubljana, School of Economics and Business.

I joined the international Entrepreneurship course led by Professor Dr. Boštjan Antončič and had the chance to share my entrepreneurial journey with a great group of sophomore students. We explored how Web3 and blockchain are shaping new business models—and why I’ve been focused on this space in recent years through the Kenmare fund.

Always inspiring to connect with the next generation of innovators and builders. Thanks for having me!

#Entrepreneurship #Web3 #Blockchain #KenmareDAO #GuestLecture #SEBULJ #FutureOfTech #StartupMindset

🌍🚙 Just wrapped up an unforgettable road trip with the Land Rover Club Slovenia in Corsica!

Endless scenic landscapes, thrilling off-road adventures, and a fantastic group of passionate explorers. From rugged mountain trails to stunning coastal views, every moment was an adventure.

Grateful for the amazing company and incredible memories. Until the next adventure! 🌄🚗 #CorsicaAdventure #LandRoverClub #OffRoadJourney #TravelDiaries

Creative energy, bold ideas, and inspiring design — Milan never disappoints. 🇮🇹✨

As a mentor in the WORTH Partnership Project, I was invited to Milan during Design Week to lead a workshop for the innovative teams in this year’s program. It was a pleasure to work with such passionate creatives and support their projects in fashion, design, and lifestyle innovation.

Beyond the workshop, I had the chance to explore some of Milan's impressive exhibitions.

So much creativity packed into one city, one week. Grateful for the opportunity and inspired by what’s ahead!

#MilanDesignWeek #WORTHProject #DesignInnovation #CreativityInMotion #WorkshopVibes #DesignMentor #WORTH2025

To continue my Asia trip, I went to Bangkok for SEA Blockchain Week — but unfortunately, the conference was canceled due to the earthquake. Luckily, I still had the chance to attend Chainlink’s “The Future is Onchain” event. Great energy, sharp minds, and inspiring conversations about what’s next for Web3. Grateful for the experience, and sending thoughts to everyone affected by the quake. #Bangkok #Chainlink #TheFutureIsOnchain #Web3 #BlockchainCommunity #SEA2025

From Kendo to Sumo, and a whole lot of Karate in between 🇯🇵🥋

Back from an incredible trip to Osaka, Japan, where I dove deep into the world of Shukokai karate — training hard, competing in local tournaments, and pushing both body and mind. This year’s journey was even more special as I had the chance to train Samurai-style with a real Katana sword and experience the electric atmosphere of a live Sumo tournament.

Beyond the dojo, I fully immersed myself in Japanese culture — from history and rituals to some unforgettable cuisine. Every moment was a reminder of the discipline, beauty, and depth of this incredible country.

A huge thank you to Sensei Masataka Ohshita for once again welcoming us to Osaka. Humbled and grateful.

#KarateJourney #Osaka2025 #ShukokaiSpirit #SamuraiTraining #SumoExperience #JapanAdventures #MartialArtsLife

Osaka, here we go again! 🥋🇯🇵 For the second year in a row, I’m heading to Japan to train in Shukokai karate and compete in the tournament. Honored to continue this journey, learning from the best and pushing my limits. Grateful for my Sensei Bojana Rudovic Zvanut, Anton Marusa, Karatedo Jiriki, and the guidance of Masataka Ohshita Sensei in Osaka. Ready to train, compete, and grow! #KarateJourney #ShukokaiSpirit #Osaka #MartialArts #KeepLearning

My Longevity Journey: A Year of Transformation

A few weeks ago, I appeared on Pop TV’s Fokus to share my experience on longevity—one of the most valuable investments we can make in ourselves.

My journey started in early 2024, when I turned 40 and decided to dedicate this year to improving my health, fitness, and longevity.

✅ Step 1: I joined Ultimate Performance

✅ Step 2: I enrolled in Epik Clinic for in-depth tests & analysis, working closely with Dr. Antolic

Through nutrition, fitness, sleep, and lifestyle optimization, I’ve learned that consistency is key.

What I’ve Been Doing Regularly:

🏋️‍♂️ Fitness & Activity

• 14K steps a day

• Weight lifting 3-4x per week

🥩 Nutrition

• 2g/kg of protein daily

• Strict calorie tracking

• 4.5L of water/day

😴 Sleep & Recovery

• 6-7h of sleep/night

• Consistent sleep schedule

The Results So Far:

📈 VO2 Max (Cardio Fitness Level): Highest for my age group

🔥 Body Fat: 10%

💪 Muscle Gain: +8kg of muscle

🩺 Epik Longevity Score: 81%

This is just the beginning. Longevity isn’t about living longer—it’s about living better. Excited to keep pushing forward and optimizing.

📺 Watch the full segment here: https://www.24ur.com/video/24ur-fokus-zdravilo-proti-staranju_63359411.html

#Longevity #HealthOptimization #Biohacking #Fitness #UPTransform #EpikClinic

Just wrapped up a fantastic trip to Paris for the NFT conference! 🚀 It was inspiring to dive into the latest in Web3, connect with brilliant artists and innovators, and explore some incredible side events. From the Ledger HQ meetup to the Sandbox office event and a stunning artist gathering on a rooftop, every moment was packed with insights and creativity.

A highlight was catching up with my old friend Gwen, meeting new faces, and listening to Tomaz Levak, co-founder of Origin Trail, share his vision. Paris never disappoints when it comes to art, tech, and great conversations.

Excited for what’s ahead in the NFT and Web3 space! 🔥✨

#NFTParis #Web3 #Blockchain #Ledger #TheSandbox #NFTs #OriginTrail #ParisVibes

🌍✨ I had the privilege of visiting the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Web3 Hub conference, and the Dionz event. It was an incredible opportunity to connect with inspiring individuals from around the globe, exchange ideas, and dive into discussions about transformative topics like Web3, AI Agents, climate solutions, and the future of impact-driven innovation.

Being part of these conversations, meeting brilliant minds, and reconnecting with fellow HBS alumni reminded me of the power of collaboration in shaping a better future. The energy, insights, and passion at each event were truly inspiring.

Grateful for the new connections, meaningful discussions, and the shared commitment to making a positive impact. Looking forward to seeing how these conversations evolve into action! #WEF2025 #Web3 #Innovation #Dionz #GlobalConnections #Impact

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