Michael Gronager, co-founder and CEO of Chainalysis, has announced a temporary leave of absence, with no specific reasons disclosed. Sari Granat, the company's President and COO, will serve as the interim CEO during this period. Chainalysis, known for its blockchain analysis services, previously laid off over 15% of its workforce, focusing more on government contracts. The company was valued at $8.6 billion in 2022, and notable investors like Katie Haun have shown interest in its shares. The organization continues to work closely with U.S. government agencies.