If the glass slipper doesn’t fit, smash it: Unraveling the myth of gender equality in crypto

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The nature of crypto as a global and distributed industry must provide more opportunities for all possible diversified groups of people. 

Crypto’s reputation as a boys’ club does not come as a surprise: It sits at the very intersection of tech and finance, perpetuating the legacy of “bro culture” that is coded into Silicon Valley and Wall Street. 

The perception of crypto’s proclivity toward men clearly needs rehabilitation, and the business case for this is evident. An inclusive crypto ecosystem not only broadens its appeal to a wider audience but, more importantly, helps crypto move into the mainstream. 

While there is no shortage of interest or talents in crypto among women, the most outspoken crypto traders and influencers speak to a male audience simply because these influencers are men themselves. 

In fact, CryptoHead’s 2021 list of the world’s top 50 crypto figures features an all-male ensemble — a symptom of serious gender underrepresentation via the absence of women entirely.

If the glass slipper doesn’t fit, smash it: Unraveling the myth of gender equality in crypto

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