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Afterpay’s co-founder Nick Molnar is leaving Block at the right time

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
November 14, 2026 • 09:40 PM
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The buy now, pay later juggernaut was one of a few start-ups that flourished on the ASX and made a dent on the global scene. These are tougher times.

Afterpay’s co-founder Nick Molnar is leaving Block at the right time

Nick Molnar is arguably one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs. Since August 2021, he has been afforded the luxury of being able to keep a low profile after the company he co-founded, Afterpay, was acquired by Nasdaq-listed Block Inc.

On Saturday morning, he broke cover to announce on LinkedIn that he was leaving Block to spend more time with his family, a decision that marked a definitive end of an era for Australian tech.

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