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The Paradigm Mafia

6 people came through Paradigm and went on to found or lead other companies.

Fred EhrsamGeneral PartnerFounded CoinbaseMatt HuangCo-FounderFounded HotspotsCasey CarusoPartnerFounded TopologySolal AfotaParadigm FellowFounded Notebook LabsAman GottumukkalaEngineerFounded FirebenderEric ZhuAnalystFounded Axis

Frequently asked questions

What is the Paradigm mafia?
The Paradigm mafia is the network of 6 people who came through Paradigm and went on to found or lead other companies, including Coinbase, Hotspots, Topology, Notebook Labs, Firebender.
Who is in the Paradigm mafia?
Notable members include Fred Ehrsam (Coinbase), Matt Huang (Hotspots), Casey Caruso (Topology), Solal Afota (Notebook Labs), Aman Gottumukkala (Firebender), Eric Zhu (Axis).
What companies did Paradigm alumni found?
Companies founded by Paradigm alumni include Coinbase, Hotspots, Topology, Notebook Labs, Firebender, Axis.