Jeremy Kauffman

Jeremy Kauffman is an American entrepreneur and political activist, best known for founding and leading the blockchain-based file-sharing project LBRY, as well as serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Odysee, an open-source video-sharing platform that utilizes the LBRY network.

Early Life and Education

Born on September 19, 1984, Kauffman earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Physics and Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. His educational background laid the foundation for his future ventures in technology and entrepreneurship.3

Career Overview

Kauffman's career includes several notable positions:

• CEO of LBRY: He founded LBRY in 2015, driven by a vision for a decentralized content registry. The platform aims to provide users with choices for accessing content without central control.23
• CEO of Odysee: Kauffman was instrumental in launching Odysee in 2020 as a decentralized alternative to traditional video platforms. He served as CEO until September 2021.13
• Previous Ventures: Before LBRY, he founded TopScore, a startup focused on processing event registrations, which he led from 2011 to 2016.12

Political Involvement

Kauffman is also known for his political activism. He was the Libertarian nominee for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire during the 2022 election, where he garnered about 2% of the vote.3 Additionally, he has been involved with the Free State Project, advocating for libertarian principles and policies in New Hampshire.3

Recent Developments

As of October 2023, LBRY Inc. faced bankruptcy due to legal challenges and financial difficulties related to SEC investigations into its cryptocurrency offerings. This situation led to the sale of Odysee to Forward Research, marking a significant shift in Kauffman's direct involvement with the platform.3

Kauffman's work continues to focus on decentralized technologies and promoting freedom of information through innovative platforms like LBRY and Odysee.