Network School founder Balaji Srinivasan has signaled he may relocate his educational program from Malaysia unless the government reaches a satisfactory agreement with him. The warning follows an investigation by Malaysian authorities into the school’s operations in the country.
Srinivasan, a well-known figure in the cryptocurrency and tech investment space, posted a public message to the Malaysian prime minister indicating that while he prefers to stay and work with local regulators, there are other options available. “If we are not welcome, there are many other countries that would welcome us,” he wrote.
The Network School program is a project that brings together entrepreneurs, developers, and investors to work on technology and cryptocurrency-related projects. The initiative has been operating in Malaysia but recently drew the attention of local authorities who launched a probe into its activities.
The details of the investigation remain unclear, though reports suggest it relates to the school’s operations and whether they comply with local regulations. Srinivasan has expressed willingness to negotiate terms that would allow the program to continue operating in Malaysia.
The situation highlights the regulatory challenges that crypto-focused educational and entrepreneurial programs can face in jurisdictions where digital asset rules are still evolving. Malaysia has been working to establish clearer frameworks for cryptocurrency and blockchain activities, but gray areas remain.
Srinivasan is known for co-founding Coinbase and previously serving as a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz. His Network School project is part of a broader effort to create physical hubs where crypto and tech talent can collaborate intensively on building new products and protocols. The outcome of the talks with Malaysian authorities could set a precedent for how similar programs are treated in the region.
This article was adapted from Cointelegraph. Read the original here.
