Polymarket Founder Named Youngest Crypto Billionaire

At just 27, Polymarket founder Shayne Coplan has become the world’s youngest self-made billionaire after Intercontinental Exchange, the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, invested $2 billion for a 20% stake, valuing the blockchain-based prediction platform at $9 billion. Coplan’s 11% share pushes his net worth beyond $1 billion, marking a major milestone in decentralized finance. Polymarket’s rapid rise showcases growing investor confidence in blockchain applications that extend beyond trading, as institutional backing solidifies its position as one of the fastest-growing startups in the crypto industry.