Digital Global Asset Exchanges Summit House of Lords.
Event hosted and Opening address by Baroness Manzila Uddin - linkedin.com/in/baroness-manzila-uddin-4ba3253 . Exploring the future of digital global asset exchanges. The Future of Finance: How Countries are Embracing Digital Assets and Tokenization
Are we witnessing the dawn of a new financial era? How are countries around the globe adapting to the dynamic world of digital assets and tokenization? These intriguing questions lie at the heart of the ongoing financial revolution, a narrative richly woven with innovation, regulation, and global participation.
An opportunity to speak to leading experts in the digital asset space.
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Professor Yu Xiong- linkedin.com/in/professor-yu-xiong-ceng-phd-181aba1b .
Associate Vice President for External Engagement, University of Surrey;
Associate Dean International(2020-2022), University of Surrey, UK
Director of Surrey Academy for Blockchain and Metaverse. University of Surrey
Director, Surrey Centre for Innovation and Commercialization, University of Surrey, UK
Chair of Advisory Board, All Party Parliamentary Group on Metaverse and Web 3.0 , UK
Director, Maxity. the world's leading charity NFT marketplace, www.maxity.io
Member of Advisory Board, All Party Parliament Group on Blockchain, United Kingdom
Lead of Secretarial, All Party Parliament Group on Metaverse and Web 3.0 , United Kingdom
Trustee, Magna Carta World Peace and Sustainability Foundation, UK (http://themagnacarta.org/)
Fellow, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Strategcy Advisor, Satellite Application Catapult, UK (UK Govenrment funded national centre for Satellite Applicatitions)
Member of Expert Board, All Party Parliamentary Group on Blockchain, UK
Chair of Management Board, UKDE Ltd(Blockchain Finance Company)
Chief Scientist, Pixe, Blockchain App(10,000+daily active users)
Deputy Chair, www.citiesabc.com
Deputy Chair, Open Business Council, www.openbusinesscouncil.org
President, UK International Innovation Centre, London
Director, 99P Recycling Ltd(Focusing on plastic recycling, 2019 Turnoever 26 million dollar)
Company Director, ADAPT Commercial, UK (the company is currently managing 50 Million Venture Capital Green Tech Fund) (2013-2015)
Board Advisor, ELI Holding Group UK(This company assisted the purchase of Volve).
Visiting Professor & Director of Innovation Management Policy Institute, Zhejiang University, China
Keynote - Yves Longchamp is Managing Director and Head of Research at AMINA Bank (formerly SEBA Bank), a FINMA-regulated Swiss crypto bank. His professional career has taken him from central banking to the world of crypto currencies via major banks and asset managers. Before joining AMINA Bank, Yves worked as Chief Economist and Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ethenea Independent Investor, FX strategist at Pictet & Cie, and UBS and Senior Economist at the Swiss National Bank. linkedin.com/in/longchamp
Panel Speakers.
Emma Collier- Global Partnerships at EVIDENT with the mission to build capital bridges throughout Europe, and a primary focus on London and the UK market. EVIDENT is the first licensed and regulated marketplace in Hong Kong that transforms real world assets into digital securities for new opportunities. We build the digital market infrastructure that allows the asset management industry to operate more efficiently, affordably, and with great connectivity as a result of tokenization and blockchain technology. EVIDENT combines the reliability of traditional securitization with the precision of modern tokenization to democratize access to private markets in previously virtually inaccessible asset classes, thereby opening them up to a wider pool of investors linkedin.com/in/emmagination
Sergey Kryuchkov is a seasoned innovator with over two decades of experience in capital markets technology. Sergey's journey includes pioneering efforts in digitalizing structured product trading and spearheading syndicated asset issuance innovation. Throughout his career, Sergey has delivered digital change at institutions such as Deutsche Bank, UBS, HSBC, Credit Suisse, and many others. Notably, his passion for Blockchain technology blossomed while developing digital currency solutions for the governments of the UAE and the Philippines. Today, as the founder of his own innovation consultancy group, Sergey remains committed to driving transformative change for enterprise-level clients. With a focus on bridging the gap between established companies and cutting-edge technology, Sergey is dedicated to propelling organizations towards a future of innovation and commercial success. linkedin.com/in/kryuchkov
Felipe Gallino - Institutional Sales at One Largest Exchanges - A self-motivated, confident, and personable professional who benefits from multiple language abilities, including English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. An abundance of knowledge and transferable skills regarding Sales, Finance and Crypto/Blockchain, acquired from an international working background, across three continents (North America, South America & Europe). Professional experience from industry leading companies, such as: Crypto.com & Oanda – which cultivated a vast and extensive network. Key strengths:. Native languages: Italian, Spanish and English.. 8+ years of relevant experience in Sales, Finance and Crypto/Blockchain. University degree in Finance and Business Administration Specialties: Sales, Finance, Blockchain, DeFi and International Business Development.Hobbies and Passions: Crypto Mining, Investing, Blockchain Technology. linkedin.com/in/felipegallino
Nikita Sachdev -Founder of Luna Media Corp
Founder and CEO of Luna PR & Luna VC
CEO of Cointelegraph MENA
Nikita Sachdev is an Indian-American entrepreneur. She studied Chemistry and Business at the University of Texas, Austin and James Cook University. Shortly after graduating, Nikita launched Luna Management in 2015, a talent management and production agency, based in Singapore. Her passion and drive to tap into the Crypto and Blockchain space in 2017, led her to work with crypto giant, Huobi, as the host of their talk show, interviewing and gaining exposure to some of today's renowned crypto pioneers. She successfully exited Luna Management to launch Luna PR, a dynamic public relations agency with a keen focus on web3 technologies. Since its founding, the self-funded agency has served more than 500 clients, spreading its influence to four countries worldwide, today, thriving with a dedicated team of over 75 creative professionals.
Nikita aims to implement web3 into mainstream media. She was the host and co-producer of CNBC Arabia’s first ever web3 show “On the Chain”, which hit 50 million homes across the Middle East. She is an active contributor on the Forbes business council, and acquired the franchise for Cointelegraph Middle East in 2022. Nikita is often invited to speak globally at universities and conferences, where she provides educational and valuable industry insight. Since 2017, she has launched and advised several web3 companies globally. Her growth in the industry has caught the attention of media and government officials worldwide. She has been recognized with several awards, including “Arabian Businesses 50 Inspiring Women Leaders”. She is passionate about the industry and aims to increase mass adoption by harnessing the power of media.
About Luna PR and Luna Media Corporation:
Luna PR is a multi award winning public relations and communications agency headquartered in Dubai with offices globally. Since 2017, the agency has proudly served over 500 web3, fintech, and emerging tech clients - from startups to established multinational corporations and government bodies. The agency operates in tandem with clients as strategic partners, ensuring a forward-thinking approach to communication.
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, Luna PR remains at the forefront, crafting innovative narratives that captivate and inform. Our mission is to actively contribute to the widespread adoption of disruptive technologies.
heralding a new era of media prowess: parent company, Luna Media Corporation (LMC), further cements Luna PR’s goals through a robust long-term acquisition strategy.As proud owners of the Cointelegraph franchise in the Middle East and North Africa, LMC stands as a beacon of web3 influence in the global media landscape. Additionally, strategic alliances with esteemed global media entities, including Forbes, NASDAQ, CNN, Entrepreneur, Bloomberg, and CNBC, underscore LMC's media impact.
LMC aspires to transcend boundaries and evolve into a media powerhouse, disseminating impactful news and knowledge to the masses.
Website: www.lunapr.io
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LUNAPR1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunapr.io
Lyllah Ledesma is a CoinDesk Markets reporter currently based in Europe. She holds a master's degree from New York University in Business and Economics and an undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of East Anglia. linkedin.com/in/lyllah-ledesma-053934172
Lisa McClory- Lawyer specialising in advanced data-driven technologies, including AI and blockchain. She is Ceo and Founder at Fractal Legal , and is qualified as a solicitor of England and Wales with 17+ years experience. Lisa is a Consultant Solicitor at Nexa Law, advising businesses of all types and size on the commercial, corporate and regulatory aspects of emerging technology.Lisa is an Open Data Institute Certified Data Ethics Professional and an Honorary Reader in the School of Law at Queen Mary University of London. She is a co-organiser and Partner of the Manchester Blockchain Alliance and a member of the UK Law Society Technology and Law Committee, where she focuses particularly on AI and digital assets. linkedin.com/in/lisamcclory
Nilesh Khatwani - Global Head of Institutional Sales at Crypto.com . Leading teams in EMEA, Americas and APAC responsible for institutional sales and business development for Crypto.com Exchange. linkedin.com/in/nilesh-khatwani-378035155
Lucy Surman- Associate Director of AYU- Events and technology connecting hedge funds, family offices, and institutional investors around the world. linkedin.com/in/lucy-surman-090131215
Tamara Gehring, a recognized leader at the confluence of investment, regulated exchange operations and technology, has recently been appointed as CEO of Mynt Exchange, a blockchain-based, tokenized exchange located in London.
Ms. Gehring has spent 5 years at Goldman Sachs, both in London and the US. She subsequently joined the London Stock Exchange to lead the IPO franchise for Western Europe and the Nordics. For the past two years, she has led the transformation and development at the largest European Nvidia AI GPU cloud business culminating in a $1 billion USD initiative.
Ms. Gehring is a frequent speaker, moderator and panellist both in Europe and Silicon Valley. An internationally well-known innovator in both finance and advanced technology, she enjoys being at the vanguard of next-generation capital formation.
As a member of the Tech Nordic Advocates she has mentored many start ups in Scandinavia assisting in the path to business growth and capital raising. linkedin.com/in/tamara-gehring-imc
Alan Boyd is a digital pioneer with over 40 years of experience in next-generation technology development, acquisition, and investment. He is the Co-Founder and Chairman of Mynt Exchange, the first fully-regulated, blockchain-based, tokenised share, Stock Exchange in London.
He is also the Founder and CEO of daul.ai, a company that is creating Digital AUtonomous Lifeforms (DAULs), artificial intelligent virtual assistants that are “Born on the Blockchain and Live in the Metaverse”. DAULs are cloud-based AI programs that have their own avatars and help users work and play in the metaverse.
Alan has a strong technical background in AI, media, and entertainment, and a proven track record of designing, building, marketing, licensing, acquiring, and investing in some of the world's best-known software products. He is passionate about fostering and supporting modern 21st century development that tackles BIG issues such as climate science, smart cities, transportation, and the industrial revolution. linkedin.com/in/alanmboyd
Michela Silvestri - Digital Asset Advocate. Michela has played a vital role in the process of establishing digital assets as a permanent fixture of the world’s leading financial institutions’ portfolios and operations, connecting them to the digital asset economy. Day to day, she plays a pivotal role in guiding traditional asset management firms through their transition to digital assets. In the last few years, Michela’s dedication to her role has led to the successful transition of hundreds of traditional finance firms into the crypto space. linkedin.com/in/michela-silvestri
Sophia Shluger is Chief Commercial Officer at PV01, a company bringing digitally native bonds to public blockchains. Prior to joining PV01, Sophia was Managing Director in Europe for Amber Group, a fintech unicorn and crypto native market maker. She was responsible for institutional expansion both in the UK and across EMEA. She is a Venture Partner at VNTR Capital, an investor syndicate, a financial services executive and a global business development professional with over 15 years of track record and deal-making experience from Goldman Sachs, XP, Santander Investment Securities and American Express, among others. linkedin.com/in/sophia-shluger-ba505912
Marc FAUBEAU. Marc has amassed over a decade of experience in traditional finance, during which he has witnessed first hand the inefficiencies plaguing our current financial system. His career trajectory began in the Back Office at CACEIS Custodian Bank, progressed through handling derivatives and structured products in the private bank Middle Office at Societe Generale, and eventually led to a Front Office role as a Sales Trader in Fixed Income at Daiwa Capital Markets. Marc then ventured into the innovative sphere of electronic and algorithmic trading with MarketAxess, a leading S&P 500 FinTech company, which has revolutionized the Fixed Income trading industry.Driven by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a desire for new challenges, Marc later established his own company focusing on AI and Tokenization. Despite its initial success, the venture was compelled to shut down due to the collapse of prominent institutions and a resulting investor liquidity crisis in 2022/23. Leveraging his entrepreneurial experience and profound market insight, Marc has now taken on the role of Business Development Director at Jacobi Asset Management. This firm has distinguished itself by issuing the first and only Bitcoin Spot ETF regulated in Europe, a significant milestone in a market eagerly seeking education on the legal and risk aspects of ETPs, as well as their underlying cryptocurrency assets. Engaging with Marc provides a unique opportunity to gain perspective from an individual at the forefront of financial innovation. linkedin.com/in/marcfaubeau
Taran Dhillon -Director @ KulaDAO | Marketing & Strategy | Tokenization | RWA | Blockchain . linkedin.com/in/taran-d-64a444254
Archill Bartia- Marketing Director of SuperteamUK . An individual with an entrepreneurial, marketing, e-commerce and team development
background with a deep passion for all things WEB3.
Ability to adapt, innovate and come up with creative solutions to problems foreign to most. Curated teams, grew communities, founded an NFT-themed talk show and pioneered B2C SAAS products using NFT technology raising over $200M in trades for clients. linkedin.com/in/archill-b-24716624a
Nitan Dutta - Nitin is a industry and Software expert with a depth of knowledge in managing legal aspects of B2B and B2C businesses. He brings in over 18 years of global experience through role across commercial, supply chain, business operations, product marketing and Dispute Resolution
Nitin is a creative negotiator, has extensive experiences in creating win-win situations. He is dual qualified International Lawyer in Software Information Systems and Law which gives him exclusive integration of both the qualifications. linkedin.com/in/nitin-datta-35448867
Organised by
Balbir Judge MSc,PGCE(FE), BA(Hons) 07575434666- Venture Capitalist - Early Stage Investor / Work with Venture & Mutual Funds. Adviser to government bodies. linkedin.com/in/balbir-judge-msc-pgce-fe-ba-hons-a94030162