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Chainalysis CEO Michael Gronager takes a temporary leave of absence.
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Chainalysis CEO Michael Gronager Takes Temporary Leave of Absence

Michael Gronager, CEO of Chainalysis, is on a temporary personal leave. Sari Granat, the President and COO, will serve as interim CEO while details surrounding Gronager's leave remain undisclosed.

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Argentina's Rise in Stablecoin Adoption Amid Currency Crisis

A new study by Chainalysis reveals that stablecoin transactions in Argentina now account for 61.8% of all crypto activity, driven by the need for dollar exposure amid high inflation and currency de...

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Stablecoin Adoption Declines in the U.S. Amid Global Growth Trends

A report by Chainalysis reveals that stablecoin adoption in the U.S. is slowing in 2024, contrasting with significant growth in global markets. U.S. regulated exchanges see transaction shares drop ...

BlockchainMichael Gronager, former CEO of Chainalysis, at a conference.

Chainalysis CEO Michael Gronager Resigns: A Decade in Review

Michael Gronager, CEO of Chainalysis, steps down after ten years, with Sari Granat stepping in as acting CEO. The change comes amid a focus shift towards government contracts following recent layoffs.

ChainalysisGraph showing the surge of stablecoin transactions in Sub-Saharan Africa due to currency devaluation.

Stablecoin Transactions Surge in Sub-Saharan Africa Amid Economic Instability

A new report reveals stablecoin transactions now account for nearly half the volume in Sub-Saharan Africa, driven by local currency devaluation. This trend highlights key developments in Nigeria an...

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MENA Region Hits 7.5% of Global Crypto Trading Volume: Key Insights

A recent Chainalysis report reveals that the Middle East and North Africa accounted for 7.5% of global cryptocurrency trading volume from July 2023 to June 2024. With $338.7 billion in transactions...