TLDR:
- A16z general partner believes UK crypto hiring will grow post-Brexit, sees opportunity for UK to become capital for Web3
- Blockchain.com CEO is less bullish on UK crypto talent market, London office headcount relatively static despite heavy hiring in Europe
Fintech VC partner Sriram Krishnan expressed optimism about the UK crypto hiring market, stating that the decentralized sector of blockchain and crypto has a new focal point in the UK due to its decentralizing regulatory system post-Brexit. He believes that the UK has the potential to become the capital for Web3 and is launching a Web3 startup accelerator in the UK. However, Blockchain.com CEO Peter Smith has a less optimistic view, noting that the London office headcount has not seen much growth despite hiring heavily in Europe. Smith also mentions that an IPO in the UK is unlikely due to challenges in the capital markets. The future of UK crypto hiring remains uncertain, with differing perspectives from industry leaders.
