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Grayscale CEO Michael Sonnenshein Resigns After a Decade

Peter Mintzberg, a seasoned executive from Goldman Sachs, will take over as CEO starting August 15.

  • Sonnenshein steps down after leading Grayscale since 2021 and working at the firm since 2014.
  • Peter Mintzberg, with experience at Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, and Invesco, will succeed Sonnenshein.
  • Grayscale's flagship Bitcoin Trust recently converted to an ETF but has faced significant outflows.
  • The firm withdrew its Ethereum futures ETF application earlier this month amid regulatory challenges.
  • Barry Silbert, CEO of Digital Currency Group, praised Sonnenshein's leadership and strategic vision.
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