Former Near Protocol Manager Accidentally Shares Nudes on Livestream, Sparks Social Media Buzz
During a livestream with Near Protocol contributor Cameron Dennis, former business development manager Andrew Krynin accidentally shared two explicit images in full screen. The incident, broadcasted on the eve of Valentine’s Day, immediately sparked a wave of reactions on social media. Caught off guard, Krynin briefly exclaimed, ‘God damn it,’ in the face of an awkward silence during the live stream.
A Quick and Effective Response from Near Protocol
Excerpts from the video quickly circulated on X (formerly Twitter), prompting Near Protocol to respond with humor while also providing cybersecurity advice. The official account concluded on an ironic note: ‘And above all, never goon.’ Shortly after, Near Protocol released a more formal statement, taking responsibility for the incident and confirming that the video had been removed from its platforms.
Unexpected Apologies from Andrew Krynin
Far from hiding, Andrew Krynin chose a public and bewildering response. In an initial post on X, he shared his Solana wallet address, calling for donations with a touch of humor. Ten hours later, he finally apologized, but only to his partner: ‘To the ONLY person I have offended—my girlfriend.’
The Incident Gives Near Protocol Exposure: NEAR Token Benefits
The incident was widely commented on X, often with humor, and the community manager’s ironic responses greatly benefited Near Protocol in the short term.
Unexpectedly, Near Protocol’s NEAR token capitalized on the incident’s virality. Less than 24 hours after the incident, the price of NEAR increased by nearly 5%, reaching $3.5. Once again, a reminder that in the crypto universe, even controversies can drive up asset value.
