SOL Strategies appoints Jon Matonis chairman as part of a broader push into crypto acquisitions and infrastructure.
SOL Strategies (STKE) has elevated Jon Matonis to chairman of the board, effective immediately. Matonis will step down as chief economist on May 12, 2026, as the company accelerates its crypto expansion strategy.
Matonis, a founding director of the Bitcoin Foundation, brings over two decades of experience in digital currency and financial cryptography. The move aligns with STKE’s plans to acquire Darklake’s Zyga system and HoudiniSwap, reinforcing its focus on crypto infrastructure.
The appointment signals STKE’s commitment to scaling its presence in the digital asset space amid growing institutional interest in blockchain technology.