Emin Gün Sirer

Emin Gün Sirer is the co-founder and CEO of Ava Labs.

Before taking the helm at Ava Labs, Emin Gün Sirer had already established a solid reputation in the academic and practical fields of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. He is a former professor at Cornell University, where he made significant contributions to the early development of blockchain technology and its applications. His research interests have spanned various aspects of blockchain technology, including scalability and security. At Ava Labs, Sirer leads a team dedicated to developing the Avalanche platform, which aims to provide a highly scalable blockchain solution capable of handling large volumes of transactions efficiently and securely. His work focuses on driving innovation in blockchain technology and making it accessible and practical for various industries.