Ryan Selkis of Messari Faces Backlash for Controversial Social Media Behavior

Ryan Selkis, the founder and CEO of crypto data platform Messari, is known for expressing his opinions freely on social media, often engaging in heated debates and controversial statements. Recently, Selkis ignited a firestorm of controversy with his inflammatory posts on the X social media platform, prompting his colleagues at Messari to intervene and advise him to “cool it.”

One of the incidents that sparked concern was Selkis’s reaction to the news of an attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump. In a series of now-deleted tweets, Selkis made provocative statements advocating violence and division, drawing strong backlash from the crypto community and beyond.

Following a “tough love” session with Messari leadership, Selkis took to social media to acknowledge his behavior, promising to address the situation. While he did not provide detailed explanations for his controversial posts, Selkis hinted at a shift towards more measured communication in the future.

Despite the backlash, Selkis remains an influential figure in the crypto industry, with Messari playing a vital role in providing data and insights for digital assets. Selkis has been actively involved in efforts to increase the industry’s presence in Washington, following the decline of Sam Bankman-Fried’s influence.

It is worth noting that Selkis’s behavior on social media, while raising concerns, is not uncommon in the crypto space where outspokenness and bold statements are prevalent. However, as the leader of a prominent platform like Messari, Selkis’s controversial remarks have drawn attention and criticism from various quarters.

As Selkis navigates the aftermath of his controversial social media posts, the industry will be watching closely to see how he reshapes his public image and communication style moving forward.

Michelle Bloom contributed to this story.