VANCOUVER, BC, July 29, 2025 /CNW/ – Intellistake Technologies Corp. (CSE: ISTK) (OTC: ISTKF) (FSE: E41) (“Intellistake” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce the appointment of Shelly Murphy to its Advisory Board. A trailblazer in technology, education, and finance, Murphy will provide strategic guidance to support the Company’s change of business to a technology company focused on decentralized artificial intelligence (“AI“) and digital currencies.
Murphy brings over 25 years of experience in finance, capital structuring, and executive leadership. She is widely recognized for her ability to integrate emerging technologies into scalable business strategies that drive innovation across sectors. As Co-Founder of DesTechAZ—created in partnership with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak—Murphy has helped spotlight transformational advancements in data, education, and energy systems.
“Shelly’s deep knowledge of emerging technologies, combined with her leadership in edtech and blockchain innovation, makes her an invaluable addition to our Advisory Board,” said Jason Dussault, CEO of the Company. “Her forward-thinking approach aligns perfectly with our mission to integrate decentralized artificial intelligence and digital currencies.”
Murphy is a seasoned advisor in blockchain and cryptocurrency systems, contributing to the design of decentralized applications that require robust, energy-efficient data infrastructure. Following the completion of the Change of Business, her insights will help guide the Company’s efforts in developing custom AI software for industrial clients, operating blockchain validator hardware that supports AI networks and investing in AI-related digital currencies.
As CEO and Managing Partner of GSD Group, Murphy leads a consultancy focused on blockchain strategy, immersive digital ecosystems, and next-generation brand development. She is also the Co-Founder and Partner of Atari Hotels, a venture that merges gaming culture, virtual reality, and interactive hospitality—demonstrating her expertise in developing tech-enabled environments that rely on sophisticated data and power systems.
Murphy’s expansive network—shaped through her collaboration with Wozniak, GSD Group, and leadership roles with organizations such as SLAM Charter Schools, Academica, and MetaWorks Platforms—positions her to forge high-impact alliances across the technology and energy sectors. Her fluency in navigating data-intensive ecosystems will be critical as the Company executes its new business plan following the completion of the Change of Business.
“Shelly’s cross-sector expertise and visionary leadership make her an exceptional advisor to the Company,” added Mr. Dussault. “Her strategic insight and ability to unite innovation, infrastructure, and sustainability will strengthen our role as a foundational provider of clean power for the digital economy.”
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