Kyle Samani is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital. In his current role, Samani helps to identify market opportunities, set the strategic direction for the firm, and collaborate closely with portfolio companies. Prior to Multicoin Capital, Samani co-founded Pristine, an enterprise software company that provides solutions for smart glasses to deskless workers. Based in Austin, Texas, Samani is widely acknowledged as a thought leader on blockchain and cryptoeconomics. He holds degrees in Finance and Management from NYU Stern and has been programming since he was ten years old.