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

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 journey 11:18 Alex's insights from Binance  17:38 Are coders introverted or extroverted? 19:05 Alex's leadership challenges 20:20 The current market sentiment 25:41 Viability of holding assets for ten years 30:04 Binance's competitive landscape 32:03 Alex's business focus 35:05 More about Binance’s education 37:52 The importance of advocating more crypto education 42:38 Alex’s investor profile 45:37 Insights on Binance’s (former) CEO, CZ 48:21 UAE's enthusiasm as a crypto hub Show Sponsors: Najahi Events: The UAE’s leading event promoter https://www.instagram.com/najahievents/?hl=en  Megavrse: Dive into immersive environments in the Metaverse that redefine the future of retail, art, and work https://www.megavrse.xyz/#/  Socials: Spencer Lodge https://www.instagram.com/spencer.lodge/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@spencer.lodge https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerlodge/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SpencerLodgeTV https://www.facebook.com/spencerlodgeofficial/  Alex Chehade https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-chehade/ https://www.tiktok.com/@alex.chehade