Henri Arslanian
Transform crypto strategies with Henri Arslanian, speaker, digital assets expert. Henri works with financial institutions to navigate blockchain innovation and regulatory frameworks, delivering insights as a global top voice in finance and bestselling author recognized by LinkedIn and Chambers Global.
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Before this, Henri was a partner and global crypto leader at PwC, advising major crypto exchanges, investors, financial institutions, and tech companies on their crypto initiatives. He guided governments, regulators, and central banks on crypto regulations and policies.
With over 500,000 followers on LinkedIn, Henri is a TEDx speaker and a best-selling author and frequently appears in major media outlets like Bloomberg, CNBC, CNN, BBC, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and the Financial Times. He was recognised by LinkedIn as one of the 2022 global Top Voices in Finance and hosts the CryptoCapsules™ video series, along with The Future of Money podcast and newsletter.
Henri was named the most influential individual in Finance globally on LinkedIn by Onalytica out of over 50,000 professionals in top consulting firms. Chambers Global identified him as the highest-profile FinTech consultant in Hong Kong, while Blockchain Asset Review called him the most influential crypto and blockchain thought leader in Asia. Asian Private Banker awarded him the title of FinTech Changemaker of the Year.
He has authored several best-selling books on crypto and fintech, including “The Book of Crypto” (Palgrave, 2022), which became a global top 10 best-seller in financial services, and “The Future of Finance” (Palgrave, 2019), also a top 10 best-seller and recognised as one of the best fintech books of all time by Bookauthority.
Henri was the first chairman of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong. He served on various advisory groups, including the Hong Kong securities regulator's SFC FinTech Advisory Group and the Dubai DIFC innovation panel. He is an adjunct professor at the University of Hong Kong, where he taught the first FinTech university course globally.
He began his career as a financial markets and funds lawyer in Canada and Hong Kong before joining UBS Investment Bank’s prime brokerage capital consulting team. Henri speaks five languages: English, French, Armenian, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.
He holds a Master’s in Chinese Law from Tsinghua University, a joint Global Executive MBA from Columbia Business School, London Business School, and Hong Kong University, a Bachelor of Law from the University of Montreal, and a Master’s in Transnational Law from the University of Sherbrooke, where he received the Governor General of Canada Gold Medal for Academic Excellence.
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This session explores the potential of blockchain technology to transform industries and empower individuals. Attendees will learn about the basics of blockchain, its current applications, and its potential to revolutionise industries such as finance, healthcare, and supply chain management. The session will also discuss the benefits of blockchain, including increased transparency, security, and efficiency. By attending this session, attendees will better understand the power of blockchain and its potential to shape the future.
This session explores the future of finance and the potential of cryptocurrency to revolutionise the industry. Attendees will gain insights into cryptocurrency's latest trends and advancements, including its impact on traditional financial systems. They will learn how to leverage the power of cryptocurrency to enhance financial transactions, increase security, and promote financial inclusion. This session will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of cryptocurrency's opportunities and benefits in shaping the future of finance.
This session explores the importance of innovation in driving success and growth in both personal and professional endeavours. Attendees will learn how to cultivate a mindset of innovation, embrace change, and think outside the box to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. They will gain practical strategies for fostering creativity and innovation within their teams and organisations, ultimately leading to increased productivity, efficiency, and competitive advantage.
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