Paladio103

Paladio103, whose real name is Carlos Alvarez, is a Spanish-speaking content creator from Barcelona, Spain. He adopted the moniker “Paladio103” in 2014 after an online gaming forum post that referenced the chemical element palladium (atomic number 103). The handle quickly became a brand that he used across multiple platforms.

Alvarez grew up in a bilingual household and earned a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia. While working as a junior software developer, he began streaming video games on Twitch in his spare time, initially focusing on first‑person shooters and later expanding into simulation and indie titles.

His channel built a reputation for in‑depth gameplay analysis, live coding sessions, and educational content about game mechanics and coding. By 2018 Paladio103 had surpassed 200,000 followers and regularly attracted 15,000 concurrent viewers during peak streams. He also launched a companion YouTube channel featuring edited highlight reels and tutorial videos, reaching a global audience of over 60,000 subscribers.

Key milestones include collaborating with prominent Spanish YouTubers such as VencerNoticias and collaborating on a cross‑platform charity event that raised €25,000 for local children's hospitals. In 2021 he was named “Stream of the Year” by the Spanish Gaming Association, and his community outreach has been praised for promoting coding literacy among adolescents.

Presently, Paladio103 balances streaming with freelance software development and mentors aspiring streamers through a monthly workshop series. He resides in Barcelona with his partner, and outside of the digital realm he enjoys hiking and experimenting with game modding.