EP 47: Navigating the Crypto Oasis: Blockchain Innovation and the Future of Decentralized Architecture with Saqr Ereiqat

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In this enlightening episode, we delve into the fascinating world of crypto and blockchain, exploring how these groundbreaking technologies are reshaping not only finance, but also society and governance.

Our guest is Saqr Ereiqat, a blockchain pioneer and Co-Founder of Crypto Oasis, who brings a wealth of experience from his time at IBM and his role in shaping Dubai's official government blockchain strategy.

Crypto Oasis is an ecosystem investment structure dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in the blockchain sphere within the Middle East and North Africa. With Saqr at the helm, Crypto Oasis has reached significant milestones, aiding the emergence of over 1800 companies in this space.

Saqr offers in-depth insight into how blockchain is akin to concrete, capable of building a variety of structures. He discusses the rapid growth of the blockchain space in the Middle East and North Africa, viewing gaming as a Trojan horse that could bring blockchain and crypto to a wider audience. Saqr also shares his vision for a world teeming with stable coins and a more decentralized, centralized architecture, akin to the relationship between the internet and intranets.

Other Topics Discussed:

- World Economic Forum's future jobs report

- Potential of tokenization

- Governmental strategies of Dubai and the UAE

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in blockchain, cryptocurrency, or the future of decentralized systems. Saqr Ereiqat, with his vast experience and vision, provides valuable insights into the ongoing evolution of these technologies and the potential they hold for reshaping our world. Join us on this journey through the Crypto Oasis!

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Chapters

1. Teaser (00:00:00)

2. Friends of Couchonomics with Arjun (00:00:45)

3. Introduction (00:03:20)

4. Crypto Oasis Ecosystem (00:08:50)

5. What Crypto Oasis do? (00:19:52)

6. Use Cases for Crypto (00:31:15)

7. Blockchain vs AI (00:50:50)

8. Special Question & Conclusion (01:10:50)