#271: What’s Going On With Binance? An Insider's Peek into Crypto and CZ with Binance’s Alex Chehade

12/11/23 • 51 min

Investing in cryptocurrency is no longer just a trend. It’s an absolute must for any savvy investor to allocate a portion of their assets into cryptocurrency. And who better to learn from than the Executive Director and General Manager of Binance Dubai, Alex Chehade? In this episode, Alex joins the show and dives head-first into the exciting world of cryptocurrency - sharing his epic journey from studying physics to becoming a trader and investor. His crypto journey began when his friends convinced him to invest in Bitcoin, a decision that led him to go all-in on virtual assets in 2016. His role at Binance involves overseeing and expanding the regulated finance business in Dubai while taking the lead in fostering the growth of the regional ecosystem.

In this episode, Alex shares his insights on managing a team of 600+ remote workers and how he leverages his 20+ years of experience in finance and cryptocurrencies. Alex explains it all - From how to build your portfolio to understanding market sentiments. He also sheds light on how a crypto exchange works and its role in bridging the gap between physical and digital worlds.

Learn more about Binance's educational initiatives, such as the Binance Academy, and its impact on cryptocurrency education. Alex also provides insights into his experience working with Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, and discusses the UAE's ambitions to establish itself as a crypto hub. So, grab your pen and paper for an exclusive peek behind the scenes into the unpredictable world of cryptocurrency.

Note: This interview was recorded prior to CZ pleading guilty to money laundering violations and stepping down.

Discussion points:

02:59 The start of Alex’s crypto journey11:18 Alex's insights from Binance 17:38 Are coders introverted or extroverted?19:05 Alex's leadership challenges20:20 The current market sentiment25:41 Viability of holding assets for ten years30:04 Binance's competitive landscape32:03 Alex's business focus35:05 More about Binance’s education37:52 The importance of advocating more crypto education42:38 Alex’s investor profile45:37 Insights on Binance’s (former) CEO, CZ48:21 UAE's enthusiasm as a crypto hub

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Note: This interview was recorded prior to CZ pleading guilty to money laundering violations and stepping down.

Discussion points:

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#270: Surviving Chaos: Simon Alexander Ong’s Life-Changing Advice of Resilience and Reinvention

It’s not every day that you meet someone as widely respected in the personal development world as Simon Alexander Ong. After losing his mum in a tragic accident at just 17 years old, Simon grappled with overcoming this traumatic loss. Eventually, he channeled his grief to drive himself forward, achieving massive success in banking. However, like many of us, the 2008 Global Financial Crisis hit him hard, sending him back to rock bottom.

When faced with tough times, most people tend to mope around and stay defeated – but not Simon. He became fascinated by the power of personal development and obsessed with reshaping his trajectory. Today, he stands as a highly successful personal development entrepreneur and coach, regularly featured in Forbes, The Financial Times, and Cosmopolitan. Simon firmly believes that the best investment one can make is in oneself, imparting genuine wisdom to those who seek it.

In this captivating episode, Simon delves into his personal journey, detailing his career transition and rise to becoming a leading authority in transformative growth. He shares powerful mindset hacks and dives into some controversial opinions about why money can never buy happiness. As a bonus, Simon offers insights into his upcoming book, ‘Energize,’ a guide to the fascinating art and science of energy management.

Folks, Simon has a story that will inspire you like never before, making this an episode you definitely don’t want to miss!

Discussion points:

2:40 – The impact of Simon’s Chinese-Malay heritage7:41 - Personal loss in Simon's early years16:24 – His transition from corporate to entrepreneurship 31:01 – Expected outcomes of his coaching sessions36:48 - Simon's work41:17 - Managing quick result expectations44:03 - Coaching lifestyle transitions46:52 - Money vs. Happiness 49:37 – The role of gratitude in Simon's life52:03 - Insights on Simon's book, Energize

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#272: Secrets to Dominating the Digital World: Exclusive Insights from Digital Prophet, David Shing

He’s a futurist, speaker, and strategic digital consultant whose bold persona as the ‘Digital Prophet’ has redefined brand optimisation within the digital world. Meet David “Shingy” Shing – as he reveals his decades-long journey identifying emerging trends and predicting the digital future. In this episode, Shingy challenges conventional norms, sharing his pride in being different and stirring up controversy by questioning life's A-to-Z roadmap. Tune in as David discusses authentic altruism and exclusive insights from his game-changing stints at Verizon Media and AOL, where he spearheaded digital revolutions across continents and co-authored groundbreaking technology patents. Folks, if being at the forefront of digital innovation is high on your priority list, then you simply can’t afford to skip this episode. Discussion points:

03:49 David's upbringing

09:15 The power of being different

24:27 Should there be a formula to navigate from A to Z in life?

30:24 Dissecting the podcast’s tagline, “Challenging Mediocrity, Inspiring Success.’

43:19 How do people seize the chance to push themselves and truly demonstrate who they are?

45:10 The importance of authentic altruism Show Sponsors:

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