Laura Shin

As a Forbes senior editor, Laura Shin was the first mainstream reporter to cover crypto assets full-time. She uncovered key evidence identifying those behind the 2016 DAO hack in her acclaimed book, The Cryptopians. As host of the popular “Unchained” podcast, she is recognized for incisive interviews with crypto leaders and her skill in demystifying complex blockchain topics for a broad audience. Laura’s pioneering journalism—including launching the first Forbes Fintech 50 list—has made her a leading voice in explaining the transformative potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.