Cameron Winklevoss

Rower and co-founder of ConnectU

Cameron Winklevoss - Rower and co-founder of ConnectU
Born

August 21st, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American rower and businessman co-founded ConnectU, a social networking website. Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics as part of the U.S. rowing team in the men's double sculls event. Transitioned into the technology sector, focusing on digital currency and cryptocurrency through various ventures, including a prominent cryptocurrency exchange.

Competed in the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Co-founded ConnectU with Tyler Winklevoss

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