Neil Bergquist
Neil Bergquist is the Co-Founder and CEO at Coinme. He previously founded Snow Day and has held roles including Vice President at Friends of the Seattle Public Library and Innovation Management Consultant at Point B.
Seattle Crypto Startup Coinme to Be Acquired by Polygon Labs in Over $250M Deal
Seattle-based cryptocurrency startup Coinme, known for its bitcoin ATM network, agreed to be acquired by blockchain payments company Polygon Labs in a deal valued at over $250 million. The acquisition will combine Coinme's U.S. licenses and cash-to-crypto network with Polygon's global blockchain platform, despite Coinme recently facing regulatory challenges in Washington state.
Washington Regulators Order Crypto ATM Startup Coinme to Cease Operations Over $8M Misappropriation Claims
Washington state regulators issued a cease-and-desist order against cryptocurrency startup Coinme for allegedly misclassifying over $8 million in customer funds as income and violating state financial laws, prompting potential license revocation and fines. Coinme later reached an interim agreement to resume operations while the matter is resolved.
Seattle startups push into crypto, blockchain and Web3 amid investor caution and regulatory shifts
The article lists Seattle startups building products and services around crypto, blockchain, and Web3, noting the region’s talent but limited local investor interest and regulatory uncertainty. Industry leaders cite Seattle’s potential as a cloud-computing hub while warning entrepreneurs face funding disadvantages compared with other jurisdictions.
Coinme raises $5.5M as transactions climb 40% and plans 50% hiring, led by Pantera Capital
Seattle cryptocurrency ATM startup Coinme raised $5.5 million as transaction volumes rose more than 40% since late February, aided by its Coinstar partnership and presence in essential retail locations. The company, led by CEO Neil Bergquist, plans 50% headcount growth, expansion into Latin America, and was led in funding by Pantera Capital.
Organizations
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Coinme Co-Founder and CEO 2014–present · current
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Point B Innovation Management Consultant 2014–2016 · past
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Snow Day Founder 2012–2013 · past
Education
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Willamette University MBA Master of Business Administration (MBA) · 2008–2010
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Willamette University Bachelor of Arts, Rhetoric and Media Studies · 2005–2009
