The two-day Crypto Strategies for Business Leaders conference, held on 30-31st of January 2025 in Dubai and co-organised by New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), Ripple, and startAD, NYUAD’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub, featured Dr. Francesco Pierangeli as a key lecturer. 

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The event provided executives and decision-makers with comprehensive insights into blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and decentralized finance (DeFi).

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Dr. Pierangeli's session focused on Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and its related use cases. He explored the problems with Centralized Finance, the emergence of DeFi, and the functioning of DAI, while diving into the mechanics of an Automated Market Maker (AMM). Dr. Pierangeli's session gave attendees a deeper understanding of how DeFi is revolutionising financial services and its potential to solve issues inherent in traditional financial systems.

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Throughout the conference, participants gained valuable insights into blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and their real-world applications. The event also addressed the challenges of blockchain adoption and how organisations can navigate regulatory frameworks, with a focus on the UAE, GCC, and global regulations. 

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