Mike Novogratz is a prominent American investor and former hedge fund manager, widely recognized for his early and fervent advocacy for cryptocurrencies. After a distinguished career on Wall Street, including roles as a partner at Goldman Sachs and a principal at Fortress Investment Group, Novogratz pivoted sharply to the digital asset space, becoming one of its most influential institutional proponents.
In 2018, he founded Galaxy Digital Holdings, a diversified financial services and investment management firm dedicated exclusively to the digital asset and blockchain technology sector. Under his leadership as CEO, Galaxy Digital provides a comprehensive suite of services, including trading, asset management, investment banking advisory, and principal investments in cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and Web3 technologies.
Novogratz is known for his bullish outlook on Bitcoin and Ethereum, often making bold market predictions and urging institutional adoption of digital assets. He sees blockchain as a transformative technology that will redefine finance and other industries, bridging the gap between traditional financial markets and the burgeoning crypto economy. His outspoken views, combined with Galaxy Digital’s institutional-grade operations, have played a significant role in legitimizing cryptocurrencies in the eyes of mainstream investors. His insights are closely followed by market participants globally, including those in India, who navigate the volatile yet promising digital asset landscape.