D2A2 Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, joins Anton Golub and Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou to discuss his transformative journey—from arriving in Dubai in 2008 with wide-eyed wonder to becoming a key architect of the UAE’s digital asset revolution. Hear firsthand how early challenges, groundbreaking regulatory shifts, and a passion for technology converged to shape a thriving crypto ecosystem in the region. Discover the story behind Dubai’s unmatched safety, talent, and infrastructure, and learn why this dynamic hub is setting the pace for global digital innovation...

Middle East Venture Partners pioneer Rabih Khoury joins Anton Golub and Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou to unpack the shifting landscape of digital assets, AI innovation, and capital markets across the MENA region. From the rise of venture capital and angel investing in the Middle East to AI-driven disruption, tokenization, and the future of IPOs, this deep-dive covers it all. Rabih reflects on his journey from Silicon Valley to Dubai, the evolution of VC strategies, navigating regulatory hurdles, scaling startups, and what’s next for MENA’s investment ecosystem. Expect insights on liquidity, fintech expansion, the intersection of AI and finance, and a candid look at where the industry is heading…

MENA crypto trailblazer Talal Tabbaa from CoinMENA joins Anton Golub and Dr. Demetrios Zamboglou to dissect the fast-evolving world of digital assets, meme coin frenzies, and the rise of regulated exchanges. From the Trump token craze and why meme coins trump NFTs in liquidity to the intricacies of listing processes, real-world asset tokenization, and bridging the DeFi-tradfi gap—this deep-dive unpacks how the Middle East is shaping global crypto adoption. Expect insights on Bitcoin, L2 tech, AI-powered compliance, and the legendary story behind Talal’s green hair bet. Buckle up for an unfiltered look at the future of crypto in the MENA region…