Messari Crypto Market Data Platform CEO Steps Down, Company Undergoes Massive Layoffs and Pivot to AI

SmartContractAuditor · 2026-03-17T02:46:15+00:00

Cryptocurrency market data platform Messari announced that CEO Eric Turner is stepping down, with CTO Dylan Lee taking over. The company is simultaneously conducting layoffs and restructuring to pivot toward an "AI-first" strategy, focusing on serving institutional clients.

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2026-03-17 02:46:15

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Odaily Planet Daily reports that the cryptocurrency market data platform Messari has announced the resignation of CEO Eric Turner, along with large-scale layoffs as the company shifts focus to AI business.

Messari CTO Diran Li posted on X that after discussions with the board, Eric Turner has stepped down as CEO and has been succeeded by himself. Eric Turner confirmed the transition and stated he will continue to serve as an advisor to the company. Eric Turner took over as CEO in 2024, succeeding founder Ryan Selkis.

This management change was accompanied by layoffs. Diran Li stated that the company has parted ways with several employees but did not disclose the exact number of layoffs. He said the restructuring aims to position Messari as an “AI-first” company serving institutional clients through research and AI-driven products.

Founded in 2018, Messari’s main business includes publishing blockchain research reports, providing market data services, and hosting the Mainnet conference annually in New York.

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