Timeline of Events

A timeline outlining key moments, and milestones for this wiki

Co-founded Emusic.com

1st January 1998

Gene Hoffman co-founded Emusic.com, an early digital music platform, and served as its chief executive.

Emusic.com Acquired by Vivendi Universal

1st January 2001

Emusic.com, co-founded by Gene Hoffman, was sold to Vivendi Universal.

Co-founded Vindicia

1st January 2003

Gene Hoffman co-founded Vindicia, a company specializing in consumer subscription infrastructure, serving as Chairman and CEO.

Vindicia Acquired by Amdocs

1st January 2016

Vindicia, where Gene Hoffman served as Chairman and CEO, was acquired by Amdocs.

Joined Chia Network as Advisor

1st January 2017

Gene Hoffman began serving as an advisor to the board of Chia Network.

Joined Chia Network Full-Time

1st August 2019

Gene Hoffman joined Chia Network full-time as its Chief Operating Officer and President.

Appointed CEO and President of Chia Network

1st January 2023

Gene Hoffman was appointed Chief Executive Officer and President of Chia Network.

Became Co-CEO of Permuto Capital

1st December 2024

Gene Hoffman took on the role of Co-Chief Executive Officer at Permuto Capital.

Crypto Trailblazers Interview

14th March 2025 - 14th March 2025

Gene Hoffman discussed the evolution and significance of blockchain technology, Chia's Proof of Space and Time, and its applications in decentralized finance.

Chia Network CEO Gene Hoffman Interview

16th May 2025 - 16th May 2025

Gene Hoffman discussed the cryptocurrency industry, the importance of trust in digital assets, Chia Network's innovative blockchain, and the utility of tokenized securities.

Proof of Space AMA

19th May 2025 - 19th May 2025

Gene Hoffman discussed updates and enhancements to the proof-of-space format, focusing on improved security, plotting efficiency, and the sustainability of using hard drives for farming.

Chia Toronto 2025 Presentation

2nd June 2025 - 2nd June 2025

Gene Hoffman presented on the progression of the GIA project, targeting broader markets, integrating traditional assets with blockchain, and introducing a service for purchasing XCH directly.

Chia Cloud Wallet Early Access AMA

1st July 2025 - 1st July 2025

Gene Hoffman participated in an AMA session discussing the Chia Cloud Wallet's early access and answering community questions.

Tech Talk with Bram Cohen

10th July 2025 - 10th July 2025

Gene Hoffman participated in a Tech Talk session with Bram Cohen, discussing the latest updates on their work.

Co-founded Emusic.com

1st January 1998

Gene Hoffman co-founded Emusic.com, an early digital music platform, and served as its chief executive.

Emusic.com Acquired by Vivendi Universal

1st January 2001

Emusic.com, co-founded by Gene Hoffman, was sold to Vivendi Universal.

Co-founded Vindicia

1st January 2003

Gene Hoffman co-founded Vindicia, a company specializing in consumer subscription infrastructure, serving as Chairman and CEO.

Vindicia Acquired by Amdocs

1st January 2016

Vindicia, where Gene Hoffman served as Chairman and CEO, was acquired by Amdocs.

Joined Chia Network as Advisor

1st January 2017

Gene Hoffman began serving as an advisor to the board of Chia Network.

Joined Chia Network Full-Time

1st August 2019

Gene Hoffman joined Chia Network full-time as its Chief Operating Officer and President.

Appointed CEO and President of Chia Network

1st January 2023

Gene Hoffman was appointed Chief Executive Officer and President of Chia Network.

Became Co-CEO of Permuto Capital

1st December 2024

Gene Hoffman took on the role of Co-Chief Executive Officer at Permuto Capital.

Crypto Trailblazers Interview

14th March 2025 - 14th March 2025

Gene Hoffman discussed the evolution and significance of blockchain technology, Chia's Proof of Space and Time, and its applications in decentralized finance.

Chia Network CEO Gene Hoffman Interview

16th May 2025 - 16th May 2025

Gene Hoffman discussed the cryptocurrency industry, the importance of trust in digital assets, Chia Network's innovative blockchain, and the utility of tokenized securities.

Proof of Space AMA

19th May 2025 - 19th May 2025

Gene Hoffman discussed updates and enhancements to the proof-of-space format, focusing on improved security, plotting efficiency, and the sustainability of using hard drives for farming.

Chia Toronto 2025 Presentation

2nd June 2025 - 2nd June 2025

Gene Hoffman presented on the progression of the GIA project, targeting broader markets, integrating traditional assets with blockchain, and introducing a service for purchasing XCH directly.

Chia Cloud Wallet Early Access AMA

1st July 2025 - 1st July 2025

Gene Hoffman participated in an AMA session discussing the Chia Cloud Wallet's early access and answering community questions.

Tech Talk with Bram Cohen

10th July 2025 - 10th July 2025

Gene Hoffman participated in a Tech Talk session with Bram Cohen, discussing the latest updates on their work.

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