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Barry Silbert

Founder & CEO, Digital Currency Group · USA

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-14

Barry Silbert is the CEO of Digital Currency Group. Silbert is based in USA. Silbert has held the role since 2015. Silbert was educated at Emory University.

Barry Silbert is an American entrepreneur and investor, the founder and chief executive officer of Digital Currency Group (DCG).

Recent developments

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Recent coverage has focused on Barry Silbert's bullish predictions about privacy coins, particularly Zcash, amid broader commentary on cryptocurrency market dynamics and the industry's growth. The headlines also reflect ongoing legal challenges, including a revived fraud claim against Silbert and Digital Currency Group in connection with the Genesis Yield lawsuit, as well as reporting on lobbying activities undertaken during that litigation.

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Education
Emory University

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Barry Silbert: FAQ

Who is Barry Silbert?
Barry Silbert is the Founder & CEO of Digital Currency Group, based in USA.
What company does Barry Silbert lead?
Barry Silbert is CEO of Digital Currency Group, a role held since 2015.
Where was Barry Silbert educated?
Barry Silbert studied at Emory University.