Cryptocurrency CEO Resigns After Incendiary Remarks on X Following Attempt on Trump’s Life
Prominent cryptocurrency CEO resigns after incendiary remarks following assassination attempt on Trump
Ryan Selkis, the CEO of Masseri, a crypto data company, has announced his resignation after posting controversial remarks on social media in the wake of the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Selkis, who is known as “twobitidiot” on social media, stated that his “politics and rhetoric put the team in harms way,” prompting his decision to step down.
Following the attempt on Trump’s life, Selkis took to social media and appeared to call for violence against non-Trump supporters, stating, “Anyone that votes against Trump at this point can die in a fire.” He continued with inflammatory remarks, suggesting a “literal war” against those who do not support Trump.
In his resignation statement, Selkis expressed his disgust at the media and administration’s handling of the aftermath of the attack, as well as their failure to address the divisive rhetoric that contributed to the incident. He mentioned that he will be focusing on addressing the underlying issues that have led to systemic problems in institutions.
The development comes at a time when there is a noticeable shift within the crypto world towards supporting Trump, as he reciprocates the interest. Trump has included crypto in his party’s platform, vowing to defend the right to mine Bitcoin and ensure self-custody of digital assets free from government surveillance.
Selkis founded Masseri in 2018, with backing from major financial institutions such as Point72 Ventures and Brevan Howard. The firm has not commented on Selkis’ resignation, and his successor, Eric Turner, has yet to respond to requests for comment.
As the crypto industry aims for mainstream acceptance, Selkis’ remarks may have been seen as hindering progress in that direction. The incident highlights the challenges of navigating the intersection of politics and business in the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency.
