Jun 25, 2025
Secrets of crypto founders under 25 who are making bank
Too young to be taken seriously, too bold to be ignored. Meet some of the young crypto entrepreneurs fighting to make their mark in crypto.
Josh Benaron, founder of Irys, recalls being ridiculed when he tried to raise funds for his crypto venture at 19. For years, hes had to fight to be taken seriously.
Before becoming a founder, I struggled to get access to opportunities within crypto. I was introduced to the [chief technology officer] of one of the largest European CEXs, and he practically laughed me out of the room because of my age, Benaron tells Magazine.
In general, when you raise money, being young doesnt help, as they associate youth with inexperience and immaturity.
Source: Cointelegraph →Related News
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