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Head: Crypto and Fintech
Reporter: Anita Ramaswamy
Anita Ramaswamy was a reporter at TechCrunch focused on crypto and fintech. She also co-hosted TechCrunch’s weekly crypto podcast, Chain Reaction, and co-authored its companion newsletter of the same name. Before TechCrunch, Anita covered financial institutions for Business Insider. Prior to becoming a journalist, she worked as an investment banking analyst at Wells Fargo Securities. You can reach her via email at anita(at)techcrunch(dot)com and follow her on Twitter at @anitaramaswamy.
Disclosure: Anita owns small amounts of BTC, ETH, UNI, and YFI for the purpose of learning more about web3 products and technology. These holdings are worth under $300 combined as of 6/15/22. She does not trade any cryptocurrencies or NFTs for speculative or return-seeking purposes.
Head: Most Popular
Reporter: Anita Ramaswamy
Anita Ramaswamy was a reporter at TechCrunch focused on crypto and fintech. She also co-hosted TechCrunch’s weekly crypto podcast, Chain Reaction, and co-authored its companion newsletter of the same name. Before TechCrunch, Anita covered financial institutions for Business Insider. Prior to becoming a journalist, she worked as an investment banking analyst at Wells Fargo Securities. You can reach her via email at anita(at)techcrunch(dot)com and follow her on Twitter at @anitaramaswamy.
Disclosure: Anita owns small amounts of BTC, ETH, UNI, and YFI for the purpose of learning more about web3 products and technology. These holdings are worth under $300 combined as of 6/15/22. She does not trade any cryptocurrencies or NFTs for speculative or return-seeking purposes.
Head: A 24-Year-Old Who Exited His First Company to Coinbase Raises $3M for His Next Venture
Dominic-Madori Davis
Dominic-Madori Davis is a journalist and entrepreneur who previously covered venture capital at TechCrunch. He now writes about tech startups and innovation.
Head: Biden Admin Snubs Tesla’s $100 Million Big-Rig Charging Funding Request — Again
Sean O’Kane
Head: Xiaohongshu, China’s Answer to Instagram, Hits No. 1 on the App Store as TikTok Faces US Shutdown
Lauren Forristal
Lauren Forristal is a technology journalist based in San Francisco who covers startups, innovation, and regulatory developments.
Head: Sonos CEO Patrick Spence Is Leaving Following Bungled App Update
Matt Mullenweg
Head: How to Delete Facebook, Instagram, and Threads
Rebecca Bellan
Head: Y Combinator Is Doubling Down on Crypto Founders Despite Market Volatility
Y Combinator is doubling down on crypto founders despite market volatility. The platform continues to prioritize its web3 focus and early-stage bets on innovative ideas in the space.
About Section:
Crypto has become a hot topic in recent years, with companies like Coinbase, Binance, and TikTok making waves in the tech world. However, as the market fluctuates, some platforms are struggling to adapt. Despite this, Y Combinator remains committed to its web3 focus, continuing to support innovative ideas in the space.
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Crypto’s Role in Fintech: The rise of cryptocurrencies has revolutionized the financial industry, offering alternatives to traditional banking systems and enabling seamless transactions.
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Web3 Development: Y Combinator is heavily invested in platforms and projects that leverage blockchain technology for decentralized applications (dApps), NFTs, and other emerging technologies.
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Market Volatility’s Impact: While crypto markets can be volatile, many startups are finding ways to provide stable value or integrate traditional financial systems with new technologies.
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Y Combinator’s Strategy: The platform continues to prioritize its web3 focus, offering mentorship, resources, and a collaborative environment for entrepreneurs building innovative solutions in this space.
For more insights into Y Combinator’s approach to crypto startups and how it navigates the challenges of market volatility, read on.
