Crypto has been one of Revolut’s top-performing divisions, a big revenue-driver partly responsible for giving the fintech its first year in the black. Its proprietary crypto tech has also distinguished it from European rivals like Monzo and Starling.
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August 1, 2023
Does Revolut's 'founder factory' spell trouble for its long-term crypto bet?
With more departures from the crypto team, what’s at stake for Revolut’s ambitious crypto roadmap?
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Kari McMahon is a freelance writer.

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