Cryptocurrency executives have emerged as major beneficiaries of the post-election surge in the crypto market, with some cashing out their windfall profits. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, who owns over 10% of Coinbase's shares, has seen his net worth increase by an estimated $2 billion since the election. He has reportedly sold about $413 million worth of Coinbase stock since then. Other crypto executives who have likely seen significant gains include Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Andreessen Horowitz co-founder Marc Andreessen. The value of Garlinghouse's XRP holdings has soared, while Andreessen's firm has invested heavily in crypto companies. The surge in crypto prices has been driven by a number of factors, including increased institutional adoption, optimism over the potential of blockchain technology, and speculation. Some analysts believe that the trend will continue, further enriching these crypto executives.