Have you heard about blockchain or cryptocurrency and want to understand more? According to a recent survey 1 in 5 UK adults who have never owned cryptocurrencies would consider buying some over the next 3 years. Source: Citigate Dewe Rogerson This seminar is designed to help both businesses and individuals understand more about blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. Many critics of cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin or Litecoin, have claimed they are ‘too volatile’ and a ‘bubble’ but there’s no denying the underlying impact of blockchain or distributed ledger technology is emerging as one of the biggest disruptive technologies of our time. We have a number of exceptional speakers and panelists to help explain this market including the following: CHARLES RADCLYFFE will be discussing the history of blockchain in the context of the double-spend problem and where cryptocurrency is and isn’t a good idea. Charles is a serial entrepreneur who has focused his career on solving tough technology challenges for some of the world's largest organisations. A self-confessed 'geek' at heart, Charles combines his technical fluency with his business nous to really get to grips with how best to conceive, design, build and implement solutions which can unlock transformative business value. He was most recently Head of Technology at Deutsche Bank Labs in London, and is also an Associate Partner at Elixirr. Charles is currently CEO of NetKernel, and holds a Visiting Fellowship of the University of Bristol. GAVIN BROWN will be speaking about the history of bitcoin and the bubble hype. Gavin is a Senior Lecturer in Financial Economics within The Future Economies Research Centre, at Manchester Metropolitan University. His research focuses on dual-listed arbitrage investment trading optimisation as well as the price distortion of financial instruments across global capital markets. He specialises in cryptocurrencies, tokenomics and the commerciality of blockchain technologies including their persistence in future business models and platforms. Gavin is an ICAEW chartered accountant who is listed on the FCA’s Financial Services Register. He is a Co-Founder and Director of a London based cryptocurrency hedge fund. International legal firm OSBORNE CLARKE will offer an insight into some of the potential uses for and issues associated with blockchain, distributed ledger technology and cryptocurrencies. While many will have heard of blockchain, not everyone may appreciate fully the extent of its applications, its (current) practical limitations, or the unique legal challenges that it poses. Osborne Clarke will discuss how they have advised businesses in the area of blockchain / initial coin offerings (ICOs). KEVIN BASHAM is a Bristol based entrepreneur, blockchain & crypto podcast host (Cryptopulse). Kevin’s background is founding companies within emerging markets. Kevin will be supporting our seminar, sharing his cryptocurrency experiences, providing speaker introductions along with hosting our Q&A session. ADRIAN SHEDDEN will be supporting our event and be involved in our Q&A session. Adrian is a Bristol based fintech lawyer with a wealth of experience in advising on fund and asset management, retail finance and mortgage and consumer credit, payment services and electronic money, virtual and cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin, and distributed ledger technology. His client base comprises financial institutions, high-net-worth individuals, start-ups, and major private and public companies in relation to regulation and compliance. In addition to his general legal practice, Adrian is a founder of and an investor in a number of tech start-ups, providing him with a unique understanding of the issues faced by young and growing businesses. JOHN BOATMAN is a local businessman with 25 years experience in financial services. John is a blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiast who has been the main catalyt and part sponsor of this seminar. bitcoin was mentioned to John a number of times in 2015/2016 and he simply dismissed it without finding out more! By 2017 he started to understand more about blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies becoming convinced by the disruption that both blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies will have on our futures. John will be the first to tell you to do you own research and to understand that cryptocurrencies are speculative and unregulated (this is not financial advice). Plus others from the blockchain and cryptocurrency market There will be a Q&A session at the end of the seminar FAQ Start time Please arrive at 6pm for a 6.30pm start Parking Parking available on-site Refreshments Drinks and snacks will be available to buy on-site How can I contact the organiser with any questions? john@boatmanadmin.co.uk or via twitter @boatmanservices
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