Succession Planning, Wills, and Trusts for Crypto Investors: What You Need to Know

In his first one-on-one interview in over a year, Kyle Davies joins us from an undisclosed location to discuss:

• What he would have done differently at 3AC if he could go back in time

• If he was surprised by the lack of due diligence by lenders to 3AC

• How he reacted when he heard his co-founder Su Zhu was arrested and heading to jail

• If he has spoken to Do Kwon from Luna

• What went wrong with OPNX 

• His new venture Ox.fun and what he is trying to achieve 

You can watch and listen to the interview here:

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As I explain at the start of the recording, I was initially hesitant to have Kyle Davies on the show as he is a very controversial figure and many believe 3AC committed fraud. However, Kyle agreed that I could ask the questions I wanted on any topic - including 3AC and OPNX. 

I had many questions for him and I believe many of you would have the same ones, and that’s why I decided to go ahead. Kyle answered all of them, including those on his new venture. I hope you will find this episode as insightful and interesting as it was for me.

#Crypto #Bitcoin #FutureOfMoney

Paris Blockchain Week chairman Michael Amar shares top tips on the Future of Money podcast, available now.

He runs Europe's biggest event covering all things crypto - and this year, it's being held from April 9-11. More than 10,000 people are set to be involved.

Conferences are a great place to network, learn about the latest trends, and hear from some of the industry's best-known executives.

I've attended loads of these events - but sometimes, I feel like I'm not getting the most out of the experience.

Michael reveals how to make sure your ticket is worth every penny - including:

• Research: Use the conference's app to find out who's going to be in attendance

• Preparation: Get meetings booked in advance - and leave a little time for impromptu chats

• Confidence: Want to grab a second with someone hard to reach? Catch them when they leave the stage

That's not all. Michael also takes us behind the scenes - revealing how much preparation goes into hosting a crypto conference, the art of being a good speaker, and why face-to-face events are becoming more important as AI gains influence.

This interview left me pumped to attend his event - and you can learn more about Paris Blockchain Week here: https://www.parisblockchainweek.com/

And if you'd like to buy a ticket, use the promo code "Henri20" at the checkout for a 20% discount.

Hope to see you there!

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#Crypto #Bitcoin #FutureOfMoney

While a lot of crypto media focuses on the US and Europe, I believe Africa is a great case study for digital assets.

VALR is based in Africa, making Farzam the perfect guest to discuss what's happening on the continent.

In a wide-ranging interview, I ask:

Why are stablecoins so popular?

Why are local trading pairs essential?

What's happening in Africa's crypto scene?

Does the crypto industry have a trust crisis?

Has hyperinflation boosted demand for crypto?

What are the main use cases for crypto in Africa?

Which African countries have the highest demand?

From Ethiopia to Eritrea, Zimbabwe to Zambia, Farzam has deep knowledge of this vibrant market.

And as VALR prepares to mark its sixth anniversary, the entrepreneur shares the fascinating lessons he's learned while building an exchange used by retail and institutional customers in Africa and beyond.

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#Crypto #Bitcoin #FutureOfMoney

Charles d'Haussy, the CEO of the dYdX Foundation, answers some big questions:

• Why are crypto derivatives so important - and much bigger than the spot market?
• What was dYdX's journey to becoming the world's biggest decentralized exchange for derivatives?
• Why are centralized giants like Coinbase and Binance losing market share and trading volume?
• How does FTX's dramatic collapse painfully show why DeFi protocols are needed?
• Will there ever be a regulatory framework for decentralized exchanges?

Why did dYdX move away from Ethereum to launch its very own blockchain?

Of course, we've also got time for a little bit of fun in my quick-fire questions. I ask Charles:

• What would he say if Sam Bankman-Fried gave you a call?
• Who would he choose to co-found a new crypto startup with… SBF, Changpeng Zhao, Brian Armstrong or Arthur Hayes?
• If he could have dinner with one person, dead or alive, who would it be?

This episode is fantastic listening for anyone who's curious about decentralized finance and crypto derivatives - especially if you want fresh insights into what 2024 has in store for this fast-moving industry.

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#Crypto #Regulation #FutureOfMoney

In this episode, we delve deep into the intersection of cryptocurrency and regulation, exploring:

The evolving landscape of financial regulation.
Unpacking the persisting skepticism towards crypto in the US.
Common pitfalls crypto entrepreneurs encounter with regulatory bodies.
Challenges faced by regulators with emerging technologies.
Standout global regulators in the crypto space.
The potential of stablecoins.

This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the dynamic world of crypto regulation.

#Crypto #Finance #FutureOfMoney

Why did Abu Dhabi decide to launch a regulatory regime for DLT foundations? 

What impact can this have on the future of crypto and financial ecosystem?

Will other jurisdictions follow in Abu Dhabi’s footsteps?

I discuss this development with Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM)‘s head of DLT Foundation oversight, Dmitry Fedotov.

This podcast delves into ADGM's trailblazing methods in governing the fast-evolving digital asset sector, discussing the future of decentralised governance and its wider impact on the financial landscape.

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#Crypto #Finance #FutureOfMoney

2023 was another crazy year for the crypto ecosystem, with several developments that look poised to shape some of the trends we need to watch in 2024.

As per our tradition since 2015, here are my top 10 crypto predictions for the year ahead!

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In a fireside chat at Hong Kong Fintech Week 2023, Kris Marzelak, CEO of Crypto.com, discusses the current state and future prospects of the crypto markets. He emphasizes the need for a cleansing period in the crypto sphere, highlighting Crypto.com's vital role in restoring trust within the industry. The conversation also covers the effects of regulatory changes and the essential skills required to navigate the fast-paced world of crypto and AI technologies.

What is driving the latest Bitcoin and crypto rally? Here are a couple of thoughts:

• Clarity around Binance: settlement with US authorities well received and the “Binance risk” significantly reduced which was a major looking uncertainty for many institutional investors
  
  
• Closure on FTX: SBF heading to prison and FTX claims reportedly selling for over 60 cents on the dollar with overall recovery looking close to 90 cents
  
  
• Expectation that interest rates will fall in Q1 2024: thus sending capital into “risk on” assets
  
  
• Upcoming physical Bitcoin ETF approval: many investors trying to get exposure before expected inflows following the ETF approval that could be weeks away
  
  
• Bitcoin halving coming in May 2024: which will cut in half the rate of new Bitcoin issued every 10 minutes.
  
  
• Ease of entering crypto ecosystem globally: many regulated players now offering easy on/off ramps which makes it easier for retail investors to enter the space
  
  
• Rise of stable coins globall: not only from the public in countries from Argentina to Turkey but also international trade. Once assets are in stable coins, they are rarely going back to fiat and makes it much much easier to buy other digital assets.

A deep-dive with CEO and Co-Founder of XBTO global, Philippe Bekhazi, into the world of crypto derivatives, market-making, the infrastructure gaps, the prospects of a Bitcoin ETF approval and how regulations are impacting crypto businesses globally.