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8 KOLs Whose Opinions Matter in the Crypto Space

source-logo  cryptoknowmics.com 25 June 2022 21:30, UTC

Cryptocurrencies are rapidly becoming very popular, with the Bitcoin millionaires list growing longer. Crypto is deemed the currency of the future. Its decentralized nature in control and processing makes it very attractive, increasing the number of individuals engaging in the industry. Many crypto leaders use various social media platforms, such as Twitter and YouTube and crypto websites and blogs, to share their insights. While focusing not only on the number of followers but also on the use of different social media platforms to promote the blockchain industry, several notable individuals are making an impact. Some are not KOLs per se but are respected and looked up to in the crypto space.

Top 8 KOLs in the Crypto Space

1. Roger Ver

Roger Ver, a pioneer Bitcoin promoter, is an early adopter of blockchain technology, investing large sums of money in different crypto startups, including Kraken, Ripple, Bitcoin, and Purse.io. He's one of the first entrepreneurs to start accepting crypto as a form of payment. With approximately 748,400 followers, his feed is a beneficial source of news and information on crypto, including issues regarding Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash, ethical considerations, and crypto investment insights.

2. Andreas M. Antonopoulos

Andreas Antonopoulos is another bigwig in the crypto space. The Greek-British tech entrepreneur has been a vocal figure advocating for Bitcoin and blockchain. An author of books explaining Bitcoin and the blockchain industry, Andreas leads quite a successful crypto campaign. Andreas has written various books, including Mastering Ethereum and The Internet of Money and Mastering Bitcoin: Unlocking Digital Currencies. Besides a Twitter account surpassing 732,300 followers, he runs a popular YouTube channel to post videos about Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrency. These videos deeply analyze the crypto industry, hence a valuable tool for rookies and experienced persons. Andreas also shares interviews, Q-and-As, and live streams. He offers workshops, two crypto-focused podcasts, and other resources that'll help bolster crypto understanding.

3. Tim Draper

Tim Draper, a venture capitalist and founder of Draper Fisher Jurvetson, is one of the most famous Bitcoin investors. Tim Draper is near the top of Bitcoin holders charts due to his massive net worth and large BTC investments. He has a massive following of over 230,000 on Twitter, where the venture capitalist shares valuable insights on crypto. Tim Draper's crypto knowledge has led him to be a trusted source of BTC information. He has, on multiple occasions, predicted BTC prices, with his most recent forecast noting that BTC has a massive chance of hitting $250k by the end year.

4. Charlie Lee

The former Coinbase director, Charles Lee, is another crypto bigwig with massive followership of over 1 million on Twitter. As the founder of Litecoin, Charles Lee often tweets updates about LTC and Litecoin foundation news. Lee also often shares comic strips and memes about issues going on in the crypto space. Lee recently joined BTCS Inc, a very reliable source of crypto information, as a member of the Board of Directors.

5. Anthony Pompliano

Anthony is one of the most well-known KOLs in the crypto space who is active across several platforms, not just on his 1.6M following Twitter page. He is a pioneer Bitcoin supporter, founder, and partner at a hedge fund specializing in blockchain technology and digital assets. Anthony runs a YouTube channel where he posts videos, podcasts, discussions, and interviews, exploring the crypto, business, finance, and tech worlds. He owns Substack newsletter, The Pomp Letter: a daily newsletter sharing his analysis on several industries, including finance and tech.

6. Erik Voorhees

Voorhees, the founder of a BTC wallet Coinapult and a crypto exchange, ShapeShift, has tremendous experience in BTC and crypto. His experience in crypto has earned him respect within the crypto community. He actively shares insights on Twitter with his 597,300 followers and on Medium, where he documents articles on Bitcoin and ShapeShift.

7. Tone Vays

Vays is a blockchain and financial advisor running Instagram and Youtube channels, including a website that advocates economic freedom through crypto tech. His YouTube channel features various videos tackling Bitcoin and Bitcoin trading, Bitcoin law, and Bitcoin news as an independent content creator. Vays has accumulated a large following of approximately 280,300 followers. Using his Twitter page, Vays gives updates and predictions on Bitcoin. He also shares life lessons especially linked to crypto and BTC.

8. Ivan on Tech - @IvanOnTech

Ivan Liljeqvist, a Sweden-based content creator, specializing in blockchain technology, is active on several online platforms, such as Instagram and Facebook. On Twitter, he has 382,900 followers, with whom he often shares humorous takes on crypto and updates on Bitcoin and Ethereum. On his Youtube channel, Ivan uploads videos on crypto-related interviews, debates, analyses, and live talks.

Final Thoughts

As the crypto industry rapidly grows, so will its use cases, investors, supporters, and even detractors. Based on a Goldman Sachs survey, 51% of respondents from both developed and developing countries admitted that a lack of knowledge of digital assets is a significant barrier to entry. Whether a long-time crypto advocate or a novice, it is crucial to gain updated knowledge on crypto and blockchain technology to stay ahead of the game. Hopefully, the list of KOLs shared in this blog will help you stay updated on the crypto space.

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