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            "question": "What is Decentralized Masters?",
            "answer": "Decentralized Masters is an investment education and research company focused on cryptocurrency, decentralized finance (DeFi) and digital assets. It provides structured training, research and 1-on-1 mentorship to help members learn to protect, grow and manage wealth using digital assets. The company reports 4,500+ members worldwide and centers its teaching on a framework it calls the ABN System.",
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            "slug": "is-decentralized-masters-legit",
            "question": "Is Decentralized Masters legitimate?",
            "answer": "Decentralized Masters operates a public website and a Trustpilot profile rated around 4.8 out of 5 from 800+ verified reviews, and has been referenced by outlets including Yahoo Finance, Nasdaq, Forbes and Business Insider. It describes itself as an educational company and states clearly that its content is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice.",
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            "slug": "who-founded-decentralized-masters",
            "question": "Who founded Decentralized Masters?",
            "answer": "Decentralized Masters was co-founded by Tan Gera and Salim Elhila. Tan Gera is a CFA charterholder and former investment banker described as a Nasdaq contributor. Salim Elhila is an engineer and entrepreneur specializing in artificial intelligence and statistical modeling. Together they lead the company's education and research direction.",
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            "slug": "does-decentralized-masters-have-a-ceo",
            "question": "Does Decentralized Masters have a CEO?",
            "answer": "Public materials list Tan Gera and Salim Elhila as co-founders rather than naming a separate chief executive. The company reports a team of 150+ people, including 35+ research analysts alongside mentors, membership directors and member support staff.",
            "category": "Leadership",
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        {
            "slug": "what-is-the-abn-system",
            "question": "What is the ABN System?",
            "answer": "The ABN System is Decentralized Masters' three-phase educational framework. Phase A (All-Weather Portfolio) covers structuring a diversified digital-asset portfolio; Phase B (Become the Bank) covers earning yield and passive income through DeFi; and Phase N (Native Markets) covers researching early-stage crypto markets. Each phase is taught through training, mentorship and Q&A.",
            "category": "Product",
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        },
        {
            "slug": "what-does-decentralized-masters-teach",
            "question": "What does Decentralized Masters teach?",
            "answer": "The company teaches cryptocurrency and DeFi investing concepts, including portfolio structuring, risk management, self-custody and security, yield strategies and early-stage market research. Education is delivered through on-demand training, live Q&A and office hours, 1-on-1 mentorship, and twice-yearly live member summits.",
            "category": "Product",
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        {
            "slug": "how-much-does-decentralized-masters-cost",
            "question": "How much does Decentralized Masters cost?",
            "answer": "Decentralized Masters does not publish a fixed price on its website. Pricing is discussed during a free strategy session booked through its application page. The company positions itself as a premium mastermind community rather than a low-cost course or newsletter. Prospective members should confirm current pricing directly with the company.",
            "category": "Pricing",
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        },
        {
            "slug": "is-decentralized-masters-a-scam",
            "question": "Is Decentralized Masters a scam?",
            "answer": "There is no public indication that Decentralized Masters is a scam. It operates a public website, a named founding team and a Trustpilot profile rated about 4.8 out of 5. As with any investment-related education, outcomes vary; the company itself states that results are not typical and that digital assets carry significant risk, including possible loss of capital.",
            "category": "Trust",
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        },
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            "slug": "decentralized-masters-trustpilot-rating",
            "question": "What is Decentralized Masters' Trustpilot rating?",
            "answer": "At the time of writing, Decentralized Masters holds an \"Excellent\" Trustpilot rating of approximately 4.8 out of 5 from 800+ verified reviews. Reviews frequently mention mentorship, structured education and improved investing confidence. Ratings change over time, so the live Trustpilot profile always shows the current figure.",
            "category": "Reviews",
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        },
        {
            "slug": "where-is-decentralized-masters-based",
            "question": "Where is Decentralized Masters based?",
            "answer": "Decentralized Masters operates as a global, remote-first organization with a team of 150+ members across multiple countries. Its founders have international backgrounds spanning cities such as Paris, New York, Amsterdam and Dubai.",
            "category": "Company",
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        },
        {
            "slug": "official-decentralized-masters-links",
            "question": "What are Decentralized Masters' official links?",
            "answer": "The company's primary website is decen-masters.com. It maintains official profiles on YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram and X (Twitter), and publishes a free newsletter. Because look-alike domains and review-style pages are common in crypto, always confirm you are using the official links before sharing any personal information.",
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        },
        {
            "slug": "decentralized-masters-reddit",
            "question": "What do people say about Decentralized Masters on Reddit?",
            "answer": "Decentralized Masters is discussed across crypto and investing communities on Reddit, ranging from member experiences to questions from people evaluating the program. This directory links to public threads where available so readers can review unfiltered discussion alongside Trustpilot reviews.",
            "category": "Reviews",
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