The story
Founded by Charlie Shrem in 2011.1
Private company
BitInstant
American entrepreneur (born 1989)
Charles Shrem IV (born November 25, 1989) is an American entrepreneur, convicted criminal, and bitcoin advocate. He co-founded the now-defunct startup company BitInstant, and is a founding member of the Bitcoin Foundation.2 It was founded by Charlie Shrem.1 Its chief executive is Erik Voorhees.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
2011Founded1
- HeadquartersNew York City1
- Websitewww.bitinstant.com
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Charles Shrem IV (born November 25, 1989) is an American entrepreneur, convicted criminal, and bitcoin advocate. He co-founded the now-defunct startup company BitInstant, and is a founding member of the Bitcoin Foundation.2
Leadership
Who has led BitInstant, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderCharlie Shrem1
- Chief executive officerErik Voorhees1
Timeline
Links
- Websitewww.bitinstant.com1
- WikipediaBitInstant
- WikidataQ17001434
Sources
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- 1WikidataBitInstant on Wikidata
- 2WikipediaBitInstant on Wikipedia