VIP members

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TOP VIP members

Investors, mentors, developers, all those who have made a huge contribution to our community, and have been honored with a gold club card “VIP CARD”

Dr. Sameer Al Ansari

Dr. Sameer Al Ansari, CEO of RakDAO, is a visionary leader in the digital assets space, whose expertise has been crucial in fostering a vibrant ecosystem for blockchain and crypto innovation in the MENA region. A UK qualified Chartered Accountant, he has over 35 years of experience in senior corporate, operational, and strategic advisory roles. With a remarkable portfolio encompassing executive roles in major investment entities, including sovereign wealth funds and private equity funds, he leverages his knowledge to lead RakDAO, the world's first free zone dedicated to virtual assets companies.


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Basil Al Askari

Basil Al Askari, the Co-Founder & CEO of MidChains, is an entrepreneur with a keen focus on the virtual asset trading platform sector. His previous experiences with Mubadala Capital and GE Capital have equipped him with the knowledge to  propel MidChains to the forefront of the global cryptocurrency landscape. Al Askari is driving innovation and growth in both retail and institutional markets with MidChains


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Gabriel Abed

Gabriel Abed, is the Founder and Chairman the Abed group, former Ambassador of Barbados to the UAE and recently appointed Chairman of the board at Binance. He is a leading authority on CBDCs and the co-founder of Bitt, a pioneering company in the fintech sector. He brings a wealth of international experience that enable him to advise governments on blockchain policy around the world and is also serving as Special Technology Advisor to Bermuda's Premier.


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Faisal Al Hammadi

Faisal Al Hammadi, Managing Partner of Further, a venture building and investment platform, partners with entrepreneurs to launch and scale companies. Serving on boards like Endeavour UAE and Wio, he fosters economic impact through entrepreneurship and digital banking solutions. With executive roles at ADQ and Mubadala, Faisal has founded start-ups like YACOB, OneKitchen, and Slices, earning recognition from Forbes Middle East and the World Economic Forum for his leadership.


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Ahmed Al Hameli

Ahmed Al Hameli, CEO of Zero Two, is at the forefront of Abu Dhabi's digital assets infrastructure development. His recent collaboration with EWEC to complete Abu Dhabi’s largest single purchase of Clean Energy Certificates highlights his commitment to sustainability and innovation in the digital assets space. Under Al Hameli's guidance, Zero Two is helping bridge the gap between traditional businesses and the potential of blockchain.


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Saeed Hareb Al Darmaki

Saeed Hareb Al Darmaki, CEO of Sheesha Finance, is a pioneering force in blockchain and cryptocurrency, renowned for his role in integrating DeFi with traditional finance. With a career stemming from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority to co-founding Alphabit and leading roles at eGovern and Casper Labs, he brings extensive expertise to Sheesha Finance, offering a diverse array of early-stage projects and native tokens. Additionally, as a board member of BoCG Ventures, he continues to drive blockchain innovation across the Arabian Peninsula and worldwide. 


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Feras Al Sadek

Feras Al Sadek, Managing Partner at Ghaf Capital, is a versatile entrepreneur and angel investor renowned for his ventures across various sectors including hospitality, food and beverage, real estate, cryptocurrency, and technology. His notable accomplishments include co-founding 3 award-winning restaurants and contributing to the growth of a family-owned hotel chain and construction conglomerate.


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H.E. Helal Saeed Al Marri

H.E. Helal Saeed Al Marri is Director General of the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority. Al Marri leads the development of the Dubai World Trade Centre, playing a key role in positioning the city as a premier global MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination, aligning with the visionary goals set by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. He is also Member of the Executive Council of Dubai and under his leadership the DWTC has  embraced events focused on blockchain and its potential applications.


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Dhaher Bin Dhaher Al Mansoori

Faisal Abdulla Al Mansoori Advisor to the Chairman at ADGM and is crucial in driving organisational strategies and aligning the financial centre’s objectives with Abu Dhabi’s broader economic goals. With expertise in attracting foreign companies from intricate markets, he excels in supporting family offices in establishing structures for corporate governance and succession planning. Additionally, Faisal brings extensive experience in evaluating new product concepts and crafting effective go-to-market strategies, product roadmaps, and implementation plans to drive organisational success.


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Mohammad Alblooshi

Mohammed Mahfoudh is a seasoned Managing Partner with a rich history in the management consulting sector, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer at DECA4. His proficiency spans business planning, market research, and telecommunications, reinforcing his reputation as a strategic powerhouse driving innovation and growth within the organisation.


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Ahmed Al-Balaghi

Ahmed Al-Balaghi, Co-founder of Biconomy and Founder of the Encrypted podcast, is a leading figure in MENA's blockchain scene. With extensive experience spanning China, the U.K., and the UAE, Ahmed specialises in blockchain infrastructure, cryptoeconomics, and digital identity. A Queen Mary University of London graduate with fluency in Arabic and Chinese, Ahmed's journey includes leadership roles at Viewfin, advising projects, and fostering UK-China entrepreneurship in FinTech.


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Kokila Alagh

Kokila Alagh, founder of KARM Legal Consultants, is a seasoned corporate and technology lawyer in the UAE. With expertise in fintech, blockchain, and digital transformation, she drives legal innovation. Holding a Master of Law from Monash University and certifications from Harvard Business School and University of Oxford, Kokila empowers clients and shapes the MENA fintech landscape as a board member of the MENA Fintech Association. Her commitment to collaboration, diversity, and excellence ensures cutting-edge legal strategies and compliance within regulations.


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Dr. Marwan Alzarouni

Dr. Marwan Alzarouni, CEO of Dubai's Blockchain Centre, is a crypto pioneer known for groundbreaking initiatives. He spearheaded the region's first crypto over-the-counter desk in 2018 and continues to revolutionize the industry. With expertise in information security management, he serves as Director of Information Services at Dubai Electronic Security Centre and contributes award-winning academic papers. As a keynote speaker, Dr. Alzarouni promotes blockchain adoption across sectors, instrumental in establishing Dubai as a global hub for blockchain innovation.


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Jawad Ashraf

Jawad Ashraf, the co-founder and CEO of Virtua, is a top-performing entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience. He is at the forefront of the metaverse revolution and specialises in strategic planning, process engineering, and project leadership; he focuses on Mobile, AR, VR, and Blockchain technologies for creating immersive digital experiences. Jawad's vision for Virtua is to establish a sustainable platform that merges social, gaming, and creative experiences through NFTs and blockchain technology.


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Muhammad Salman Anjum

Muhammad Salman Anjum is the CEO of Invoicemate, the world's first blockchain-based invoice management system. As a pioneer in the fintech space, he has over 22 years of experience in the corporate and entrepreneurial sector. He is a pioneering blockchain leader, TEDx speaker and a blockchain and fintech specialist from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Academy.


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Henri Arslanian

Henri Arslanian, co-founder and managing partner of Nine Blocks Capital Management, is a fintech expert who pioneers institutional-grade hedge fund strategies in the digital assets space, leveraging market-neutral crypto funds to exploit inefficiencies using diverse strategies like relative value and arbitrage. Formerly a global crypto leader at PwC, Henri advised industry giants and governmental bodies alike on crypto initiatives and regulatory frameworks, earning recognition as a top influencer in finance globally by LinkedIn and acclaimed as the foremost FinTech consultant in Hong Kong.


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Munaf Ali

Munaf Ali, a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary leader, boasts over two decades of experience in Capital Markets, honed through executive roles at Citigroup in London and the UAE. With a knack for building billion-dollar corporations, he has left an indelible mark across sectors like hospitality, leisure, and blockchain. As Co-Founder and Group Managing Director of Phoenix, Munaf has spearheaded its ascent as a global powerhouse in Blockchain and Cryptocurrency, overseeing expansive mining facilities across continents and securing exclusive distribution rights from top technology hardware manufacturers.


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Filippo Buzzi

Stuart Isted is the General Manager for the MENA at Crypto.com. He has over two decades of experience in payments and financial services and he has worked at renowned names such as VISA and NatWest Bank. Stuart has been at the forefront of introducing NFTs to the region, along with the successful launch of other Crypto.com products in the region. His expertise in payment technologies and commercial partnerships is shaping the future of cryptocurrencies in the Middle East and Africa. 


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Ola Doudin

Ola Doudin is the visionary Co-Founder of BitOasis, the Middle East's pioneering cryptocurrency exchange platform, launched in 2016. Her leadership has propelled BitOasis to become the region's foremost hub for safe, compliant, and accessible crypto trading, processing over $5 billion in transactions across 15 countries. Her engineering background and experience in tech and security advisory have been foundational in BitOasis' success.


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Tim Grant

Tim Grant is the CEO of Deus X Capital, overseeing global investments and operations. He chairs AlphaLab40, a crypto market maker, and ApexE3, an institutional analytics and AI platform. With a 25 year professional background spanning from leading roles at Galaxy Digital to founding ventures in fintech and blockchain, Tim brings extensive experience to the intersection of finance and technology, backed by degrees from the University of Cambridge and the University of London


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Anton Golub

Anton Golub is a multifaceted leader in the blockchain and finance space, serving as Founding Member and President of SwissAssetDAO, Strategic Advisor of Pazar, and Venture Partner at Full Stack Ventures. With a rich background in market-making and quantitative research, Anton co-founded flovtec, a pioneering Swiss market-maker, and Trust Square AG, a prominent blockchain hub. His extensive contributions to academia include research on high-frequency trading and market microstructure, with 13 academic papers and two books to his name.


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Ralf Glabischnig

Ralf Glabischnig, an Austrian entrepreneur and investor, is at the forefront of the largest global blockchain ecosystems, Crypto Valley in Switzerland & Liechtenstein and Crypto Oasis in the Middle East. As a luminary in the blockchain domain, he is the Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Inacta Ventures and Ralf's commitment to ecosystem development, venture building, and capital activation is shaping the future of digital innovation globally. His entrepreneurial acumen has led to the creation of over 20 companies and investments in more than 130 startups, particularly through the Inacta Group, which pioneers ventures like Tokengate.io, Gentwo, inapay, and Proofx. 


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Max Kordek

Max Kordek, a globally recognized serial founder and investor, is renowned for his ground-breaking work in blockchain technology. As the founder of the Onchain Foundation, he spearheaded the development of Lisk, which raised over 14,000 BTC in its ICO, aiming to democratise blockchain accessibility. Based in Dubai, Max is a prominent speaker at top blockchain conferences and a prolific educator, sharing insights on entrepreneurship and technology through his social media platforms.


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Hadi Malaeb

Hadi Malaeb is a seasoned strategist passionate about launching startups and driving change in established businesses. With experience across four continents, he has a diverse skill set and is committed to empowering others. Over the past 15 years, Hadi has worked with organizations like the Dubai World Trade Centre and IQPC, advocating for congresses and conferences as tools for bridging cultural gaps and fostering business growth. He thrives on creativity and the endless possibilities in his field.


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Mohammed Mahfoudh

Mohammed Mahfoudh is a seasoned Managing Partner with a rich history in the management consulting sector, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer at DECA4. His proficiency spans business planning, market research, and telecommunications, reinforcing his reputation as a strategic powerhouse driving innovation and growth within the organisation.


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Dominic Longman

Dominic Longman is an internationally seasoned financial services leader, adept at navigating both start-up ventures and institutional frameworks, with a distinguished career spanning diverse sectors. Over the past decade, he's delved into the geo-political ramifications of blockchain technology on financial infrastructures, leveraging this expertise to educate major asset owners worldwide since 2016, when he fortuitously found himself at the forefront of blockchain education.


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Sandeep Nailwal

Sandeep Nailwal, the co-founder and COO of Ethereum's pioneering layer 2 scaling solution, Polygon Matic network, is revolutionising decentralised finance (DeFi) by enhancing Ethereum's scalability. With a strong academic foundation and a tenacious spirit, Sandeep has propelled himself into the forefront of blockchain innovation, enhancing the Ethereum's capabilities through Polygon's innovative technology. Sandeep's expertise is shaping the future of blockchain applications and their widespread adoption.


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Raza Rizvi

We’re delighted to feature Raza Rizvi, a renowned Middle East-based lawyer among our esteemed Crypto Oasis Visionaries 2024!

Raza is a Partner at international firm Simmons & Simmons where he helped set up the region’s first tech-focused legal practice almost 20 years ago. Over the years, Raza has helped a variety of businesses on complex and high profile projects involving emerging technologies. 


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Aurélie Dhellemmes Nedel

Aurelie Nedel is the Global Head of RippleX Partner Success at Ripple. With over two decades of experience in finance and technology, Aurélie is instrumental in growing projects on the XRP Ledger. With her education from prestigious institutions like Virginia Tech and INSEAD, and her career growth at IBM, Deutsche Bank and BNY Mellon, Nedel's diverse background and leadership are key to Ripple's expansion and partner success.


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Pierre Samaties

Pierre Samaties is a seasoned executive with over two decades of experience in strategy consulting, venture building and executive roles. As a Partner at Roland Berger, he founded and leads the firm’s global Digital Assets, Web3, and Metaverse practice. Pierre is the go-to trusted advisor to many leading institutions that are operating in the Digital assets and Web3 realm, as well as those that want to capture the opportunity for their business


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Nikita Sachdev

Nikita Sachdev, an Indian-American serial entrepreneur and investor, delved into the world of crypto and blockchain in 2017, propelled by her tenure at Huobi. Founding Luna PR from her living room, the agency has evolved into an award-winning powerhouse with a global presence and a diverse portfolio under Luna Media Corporation, spanning venture capital, philanthropy, and media partnerships. Recognized as a thought leader, Sachdev's influence extends to prestigious speaking engagements worldwide, collaborations with government officials, and pioneering ventures. 


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Talal Tabbaa

Talal Tabbaa is the visionary Chief Executive Officer of CoinMENA, a leading cryptocurrency exchange in the Middle East and North Africa region. With a passion for blockchain technology and finance, Talal spearheads CoinMENA's mission to provide seamless digital asset services while navigating regulatory landscapes. His strategic leadership and innovative mindset drive CoinMENA towards shaping the future of finance in the MENA region.


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Matthew White

Matthew White is a seasoned tech strategist with over two decades of experience navigating the dynamic landscape of emerging technologies. With a rich background in technology and digital trust, Matthew's expertise from PwC is vital in leading VARA's full-scale market operations. Currently spearheading the advancement of finance through digital assets and Web3 technology in Dubai, his strategic vision is set to enhance Dubai's position as a hub for virtual asset regulation and innovation.


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Umair Masoom

Umair Masoom Usmani, the dynamic Founder & CEO of myco, is a visionary leader renowned for his expertise in Marketing & Business Strategy, Digital Transformation, and Innovation. With nearly two decades of diverse experience across multiple industries, including media, entertainment, and finance, Umair champions blockchain and Web3 technologies as catalysts for global change.


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Hubertus Thonhauser

Sebastian Widmann is a pioneering figure at the forefront of the convergence between finance and technology, spearheading efforts to accelerate the adoption of digital assets and blockchain solutions across diverse industries. As Head of Strategy at Komainu, he has a keen focus on leveraging cutting-edge technologies, he navigates the complexities of modern markets to usher in a new era of financial innovation and inclusion. 

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Kamal Youssefi

Kamal Youssefi is the President of the Board of Directors at The Hashgraph Association, promoting the broad adoption of the Hedera network. Kamal's leadership is focused on supporting enterprises to build Web3 use cases and institutional-grade DLT solutions on Hedera. His vision is contributing to the transformative change in the financial services industry through blockchain technology.

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Harry Yeh

Harry Yeh is the Managing Director of Quantum Fintech Group (QFG), an investment firm specializing in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and digital assets. He founded LIF3, a Layer-1 DeFi ecosystem, and L3 Reserve, which issues the L3USD stable asset, while managing over $2B USD in assets. With 25+ years in technology and business, Harry is a Web3 advisor and entrepreneur, known for his work with startups and Fortune 500 companies.


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AL RAFAELO, picked up another gold membership card.

AL RAFAELO, crypto blogger with a huge audience of over 6 million - https://www.instagram.com/alrafaelo/

Investments in the development of the club amounted to more than 1300000$


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Mo Ali Yusuf

Mo Ali Yusuf is the co-founder and CEO of Fuze, leading a record-breaking seed-funded venture in Q3 2023, dedicated to revolutionising digital assets infrastructure in MENA. With a rich background spanning leadership roles at fintech giants like Visa and fintech start-ups, Mo's commitment to driving global financial change is evident through Fuze's innovative solutions. As Co-Chair of the MENA Fintech Association’s Digital Assets Working Group, he leverages his expertise to shape industry standards, backed by a stellar academic journey including an MBA from London Business School. 


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Sebastian Widmann

Sebastian Widmann is a pioneering figure at the forefront of the convergence between finance and technology, spearheading efforts to accelerate the adoption of digital assets and blockchain solutions across diverse industries. As Head of Strategy at Komainu, he has a keen focus on leveraging cutting-edge technologies, he navigates the complexities of modern markets to usher in a new era of financial innovation and inclusion. 

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Fardad Zand

Fardad Zand is the Co-founder & CEO of Wisdomise, an AI-driven platform that simplifies access to financial markets. Under his leadership, Wisdomise has raised significant funding and is revolutionising wealth management with proprietary information and premium signals for digital financial markets. Fardad has over 20 years of experience in academia and venture capital, and he has a vision to empower users and community members, including crypto enthusiasts and traders, to manage their portfolio risk and improve investment performance. 


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