Brian Armstrong, co-founder of Coinbase, has been a pivotal figure in the cryptocurrency industry, creating a platform that holds more than a tenth of all Bitcoin ever minted. Recently, Armstrong has shifted his focus towards decentralization, aiming to disrupt Coinbase by advancing a new, global, decentralized economy through initiatives such as 'Base'. Armstrong's efforts have been likened to creating the 'Gmail for Bitcoin', emphasizing seamless onboarding, smooth user experience, and robust trading infrastructure. This move is seen as a significant step in bringing the business and the world onchain. Armstrong's achievements were highlighted in the Forbes400.