Dubai, United Arab Emirates,, October 23rd, 2024,
Chainwire
UAE-based Bill Qian, Seyed Mohammed Alizadeh Fard
(Bijan) (Phoenix Group), and
Stefan Piech, (Cypher Capital), have announced the launch of their
first book, titled "Lessons Learned (The Story of Crypto Winners
and Losers)."
“Lessons Learned” takes an in-depth
look at the dramatic rise and fall of fortunes in the crypto space.
More than just a compilation of advice and observations, it delves
into the human stories behind the technology, offering insights
into the decisions, risks, and opportunities that have shaped this
revolutionary field.
Lessons Learned uncovers key lessons
from the crypto realm including:
● The critical role of regulatory environments
● The impact of continuous technological innovation
● The importance of security and risk management
● The promise of financial inclusion
"Now that we have successfully navigated through the
period of the crypto cowboys the true potential of Web3 technology
is making itself evident to both regulators and financial service
firms around the world. Qian, Alizadeh, and Piech document this
journey in terms that everyone can understand. This book is a
must-read if you want to understand the potential of Web3 on the
world's economics" said Kevin
O'Leary.
“This book is about understanding the real-world
experiences of those who have navigated the wild west of
cryptocurrency,” said co-author Bill Qian. “It’s a
valuable guide for anyone who wants to understand how innovation,
failure, and success intersect in this constantly evolving
industry.”
Whether you’re an emerging investor, a
curious technologist, or simply someone interested in the digital
economy, "Lessons Learned" provides key takeaways for anyone
looking to understand the crypto landscape and gain valuable
insights into its future potential.
For more information and to purchase
the book, visit here
About the Authors
Mr. Seyed Mohammad Alizadehfard
(Bijan)
Co-founder and Group CEO of Phoenix
Group
Mr. Seyed Mohammad Alizadehfard
(Bijan), serves as Board Member, Co-founder and Group CEO of
Phoenix Group, a publicly listed tech conglomerate that ranks among
the world's largest Bitcoin mining operators. Bijan is a leader
within the blockchain ecosystem and has a longstanding track record
of spearheading blockchain adoption in the MENA region and
globally.
Bijan also founded and established
Cypher Capital, a leading early-strategy venture firm investing in
crypto, blockchain and other digital asset projects. Cypher Capital
is widely regarded as a pre-eminent Web3-focused venture capital
firm in the MENA region and is notably recognised globally with its
highly successful track record of investments.
Bijan believes in working with
visionary innovators, outstanding talent and other venture capital
partners to create a holistic Web3 and blockchain community,
whereby the ecosystem can benefit and grow for a more decentralized
future for all. Bijan is also focused on promoting technological
innovation throughout the UAE.
Bill Qian
Managing Director and Chief Investment
Officer (CIO) at Phoenix Group
Bill is the Managing Director and Chief
Investment Officer (CIO) at Phoenix Group. He is responsible for
overseeing investments for Phoenix Group and Cypher Capital. Prior
to joining Phoenix Group, Bill worked as the Global Head of
Fundraising, Mergers and Acquisitions for Binance Labs, the world's
largest cryptocurrency platform, responsible for 55% of the global
market share and with transactions worth $34 trillion in 2021.
Before joining Binance, Bill was the
Head of Investment for Fintech/Tech at JD.COM, a major Asian
internet company with over $400 billion in annual e-commerce
transactions. He has also worked with Trustbridge Partners, a
private equity fund with over $15 billion in assets under
management, and has managed more than $20 billion across Web 1.0,
Web 2.0, and Web 3.0 projects throughout his career. Bill sees
himself as a “web-native investor”, looking for phenomenal founders
in the Web 3.0 industry.
Stefan Piech
Founder of Amagi
Stefan Piech, is the founder of Amagi,
a Web3 research and advisory firm. He is a Venture Partner at
Cypher Capital and author of the book “Tokenomics - Mastering the
Art of Token Design”. He previously worked for the Binance Research
team. Prior to joining Cypher, he worked as Equity Portfolio
Manager at Cape Capital, a Swiss Family Office, and for BlackRock’s
European and UK Hedge Fund.
About Phoenix
Group:
Phoenix Group, a
multi-billion-dollar tech powerhouse headquartered in the UAE,
leads the forefront of the blockchain, crypto, and tech revolution,
driving innovation to new heights. In 2017, Bijan Alizadeh Fard and
Munaf Ali laid the foundation for what would evolve into the
Phoenix Group – a conglomerate comprising several thriving
businesses. Beyond the web3 sphere, they offer comprehensive
solutions, boast a 765MW mining operation, and fuel growth through
strategic collaborations and innovation.
Phoenix Group operates multiple mining
facilities in the US, Canada, CIS, and the UAE, with each unique
company operating in one of four distinct verticals: Mining,
Hosting, Trading, and Investments.
Phoenix Group PLC is the region's first
crypto and blockchain conglomerate to be listed on the Abu Dhabi
Securities Exchange. It also runs the largest mining farm in the
MENA region.
Social presence:
X (Formal Twitter): https://twitter.com/phoenixgroupuae
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/phoenixgroupuae/
Website: https://phoenixgroupuae.com/press/
Contact
Phoenix Group
PLC
ir@phoenixgroupuae.com