Jesse Powell, the founder of Kraken, has been instrumental in shaping the cryptocurrency industry with a focus on security, transparency, and user freedom. Co-founding Kraken in 2011, Powell established one of the most trusted crypto exchanges globally. Although he stepped down as CEO in 2022, he remains Chairman, guiding Kraken's strategic direction. Powell's net worth is estimated between $1 billion and $1.5 billion, largely from Kraken equity and early Bitcoin investments. Despite controversies, including an FBI investigation in 2023, Powell continues to be a prominent advocate for decentralization and financial sovereignty in the crypto space.