Independence
We are a U.S. registered, independent publication, not owned or operated by companies that issue tokens or run exchanges.
Independent since 2017
About CryptoSlate
We publish clear, contextual crypto reporting, paired with useful data. Our mission is simple — decode complexity and surface signal, not noise.
Independent since 2017
Five continents
Reader-first reporting
One newsroom, worldwide
Global by Design
Across five continents, our team pairs local context with on-the-ground sourcing—moving quickly without losing nuance.
Liam “Akiba” Wright Editor-in-Chief 
Nate Whitehill CEO, Co-Founder 
Matthew Blancarte CTO, Co-Founder 
Cristina Ong 
George Ong Editorial & Campaign Assistant 
Andjela Radmilac Senior Analyst 
Gino Matos Reporter 
Oluwapelumi Adejumo Senior Reporter 
Andrej Gjorgievski Contributing Author 
Yousra Anwar Ahmed Our Editorial Promise
Readers come first. We disclose conflicts, correct quickly, label sponsorships clearly, and do not publish hype.
Verification
We prioritize primary documents, on-the-record sources, and reproducible methods. We avoid anonymous sourcing unless risk warrants it.
Accuracy
All content is vigorously fact checked to ensure readers can trust all information published on CryptoSlate. On the rare occasions we make a mistake, we fix it quickly with a dated note on the article and a log in our corrections page.
Built for signal
History
CryptoSlate began in Seattle in 2017, founded by longtime friends Nate Whitehill and Matthew Blancarte to unite rigorous reporting, clean design, and useful market data.
2017, Launch
CryptoSlate goes live with a lean news desk and an evolving data layer, focused on clarity and usability.
2018 to 2021, Build through cycles
We expand coverage, add directories for people, projects, and companies, and ship iterative upgrades to speed, taxonomy, and design.
2024, New editorial era
Liam “Akiba” Wright becomes Editor in Chief, strengthening original reporting that bridges crypto, finance, and technology.
Today
A global readership returns for independent news, sharp analysis, and context that helps decisions, not dopamine.
Our Coverage
We cover the forces that move crypto markets, policy, and the technology beneath them.
Trust & Transparency
Our standards are public: sponsorships are labeled, conflicts are disclosed, corrections are visible, and reader feedback is welcome.
Editorial Standards
- Clear attribution, links to primary sources, cautious use of anonymous sources.
- Separate reporting from opinion and sponsored content with labels and style.
- Editors review headlines, claims, charts, and images before publication.
Sponsorship & Advertising
Sponsored posts and partner content carry prominent labels. We reject advertisers who make deceptive claims or conceal material affiliations.
AI Use and Disclosures
At CryptoSlate, we leverage the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance our editorial operations and provide our audience with high-quality, timely, and informative content. We employ leading LLMs to assist with various aspects of content creation, including article ideation, drafting, fact-checking, and image generation.
Corrections Policy
See an error, tell us on the contact page. We review promptly and add a dated correction to the article.
Trust Indicators
We align with recognized transparency practices, including Best Practices, Author Expertise, Type of Work, Citations, Methods, Diverse Voices, and Feedback.
Editorial Masthead
Meet the people accountable for our newsroom, or send tips, primary documents, and expert sources.
Editor-in-Chief
Liam “Akiba” Wright
Leads coverage strategy and editorial team. Interested in market structure, Bitcoin, and cross-market stories.
More from the newsroom
Editors, reporters, and contributors across the CryptoSlate team.
See more bylines and contributors on our site.
Evidence before assertion
Methods & Data
How we source, verify, disclose, and maintain the information we publish.
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Sources and Updates
We combine first-party reporting with curated market data. We document sources, update frequency, and definitions. We explain rounding, revisions, and known caveats.
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Conflicts and Disclosures
Editors and authors disclose material holdings relevant to coverage. When a conflict exists, we assign or label coverage accordingly.
By the Numbers
A concise view of the newsroom and audience behind CryptoSlate.
8 years publishing
117,422 newsletter subscribers
25,705 published articles
5 continents on staff
Last Updated: Dec. 30, 2025
Press & Media Kit
Approved logos, boilerplate, founder headshots, and media resources for coverage and events.
From the company desk
Company Updates
Product releases, partnerships, and milestones from the CryptoSlate team.
Contact
Send editorial tips, primary documents, corrections, media requests, or partnership inquiries.
Newsroom
Editorial tips, corrections, and sourcing.
Contact the team tips@cryptoslate.comPartnerships
Research, events, and brand partnerships.
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