Crypto Mogul Mike Novogratz Takes a Jab at Senator Warren

Crypto investor and founder of Galaxy Digital, Mike Novogratz, tweeted a jab at U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren after she criticized the Silvergate, the crypto industry’s bank of choice.

In his tweet, Novogratz sarcastically praised Warren for being “so smart” and suggested that people should ask her about Modern Monetary Theory (MMT), which he said is a “brilliant idea.”

He also commented that Bitcoin couldn’t ask for a better partner than Warren.

He implies that Warren’s comments about Silvergate Bank’s activities and the need for regulation are misguided and reflect her lack of understanding of the benefits of cryptocurrencies, especially Bitcoin (BTC).

The tweet came after Silvergate announced that it was winding down operations and voluntarily liquidating due to losses from the downfall of FTX, a crypto exchange.

Warren had warned of Silvergate’s “risky, if not illegal” activity, and called for regulators to step up against crypto risk.

Silvergate’s decision to shut down highlights the extent of the impact on the digital asset industry from the collapse of FTX.

The failed bank has reportedly lost $1 billion for the fourth quarter, and several of its partners, including high-profile firms such as Coinbase and Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital, have severed ties with the bank.

As reported by U.Today, Warren, who has positioned herself as a lead lawmaker on crypto oversight, has started recruiting conservative Senate Republicans to support her crypto legislation, which would implement tougher anti-money laundering restrictions, including more requirements to verify customer identities.

Crypto advocates have criticized Warren’s bill, saying it would have significant implications for the industry.

Novogratz’s tweet is another example of how those in the crypto industry are becoming increasingly vocal in their criticism of Warren and her stance on crypto.