BroadChain has learned that on March 17, crypto data platform Messari announced a major strategic shift toward AI-centric services, accompanied by the departure of CEO Eric Turner and significant staff reductions.
Messari CTO Diran Li confirmed that, following discussions with the Board of Directors, Eric Turner has stepped down as CEO. Li himself has now assumed the role of CEO.
Eric Turner verified the leadership change and stated he will remain with Messari in an advisory capacity.
Turner had taken over as CEO in 2024, succeeding Messari's founder and previous CEO, Ryan Selkis.
Diran Li explained that the restructuring is designed to transform Messari into an "AI-first" service provider for its clients, leveraging both traditional research and new AI-powered products.
Founded in 2018, Messari is known for its blockchain research reports and market data services. The company also organizes the annual Mainnet conference in New York.