Hey Amy, I heard something about women in crypto. Is it true they get paid less?

That's an interesting question, Sam. The situation is actually quite complex. Some studies show women earn less in crypto, while others suggest they might earn more.

Really? That sounds confusing. Can you explain it a bit more?

Sure! According to one report, women in Web3 finance earn 46% less than men on average. That's a bigger gap than in traditional finance.

Wow, that's a big difference! But you said some studies show women earn more?

Yes, that's right. A study by Pantera Capital found that in crypto, women actually earn more than men. They say it's one of the only industries where this happens.

That's weird. How can different studies show such different things?

Good question! It might be because the crypto world is still new and changing fast. Also, the Pantera study noted that women in crypto often have more experience and higher positions.

Oh, I see. So it's not just about gender, but also about experience and job level?

Exactly! And there's more to it. Did you know that only about 7% of crypto startup funding goes to teams with women founders?

Only 7%? That doesn't sound very fair. Why is it so low?

There are a few reasons. One interesting thing is how investors ask questions. They tend to ask men about growth and women about risks. This can affect how much money startups get.

I didn't know questions could make such a big difference. Is anyone trying to fix this?

Yes, many people are working on it. Some companies are trying to be more aware of these issues. And more women are starting to work in crypto, which could help change things.

That's good to hear. But why does all this matter for crypto? I thought it was just about digital money.

Crypto is about more than just money. It's supposed to be about fairness and equal opportunities for everyone. If there's inequality, it goes against what crypto stands for.

I get it now. So having more equality could actually make crypto better?

Absolutely! Studies show that teams with both men and women often do better. They make more money and come up with better ideas.

That makes sense. Do you think things will get better for women in crypto?

I hope so, Sam. As more people become aware of these issues, there's a better chance things will improve. But it will take time and effort from everyone in the industry.