Blockchain Specialist, Data Scientist, Financial Technologist

This writing is my humble attempt to make complex technology understandable and approachable. I focus my research on cryptocurrencies & exchanges, data science, and emerging technologies, such as blockchains, computational genomics, robotics and automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, AR/VR, and much more.

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I help with data science, enterprise technology, blockchain implementations + cryptocurrencies, depending on client needs.

Helping You Make The Right Decisions in Data, Crypto, and Tech

Companies that thrive at the intersection of technology and business need highly specialized team members with specific skill sets. I am hyper-focused on crypto technology and advanced financial methods, and I offer a unique depth of understanding of the blockchain and financial tech industries. My knowledge and expertise help me recommend only the best possible information for my readers.

I recognize that blockchain developers are a breed apart from other IT professionals, and they are often driven by a passion for the ideology that blockchain represents as well as a desire to develop that technology in innovative ways. Finding talented developers and other blockchain and financial technology experts is not as simple as posting an open position on a job board; in fact, the best performers are usually involved in multiple projects of their own or in work for another organization.

In addition to advanced education, I combine years of experience in technology, finance, and business leadership. I have worked for Fortune 500 companies, successfully building out teams and technology infrastructure from scratch. Throughout my career, I have focused on the power of technology to make businesses more competitive and to create real social value for consumers everywhere. Moreover, I have the blessing of speaking multiple languages, I am able to exert a reach beyond national borders.

I personally believe that blockchain has the power to shape the future, not only as a platform for alternative currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum but also as a means to better secure data and more fully decentralize control over information. No longer an outlier in the world of finance, blockchain technology is becoming mainstream as nearly every global bank in 2018 is exploring its benefits, many partnering with fintech companies to increase their competitiveness.

As the demand for blockchain specialists grows, I predict that it will become more and more challenging for blockchain and fintech companies to find leaders and team members with the experience and expertise necessary to bring their projects to fruition. My mission with this site is to help current and prospective blockchain/data/technology professionals by providing industry-relevant information that will help drive their careers forward, and I try to do it in a fun way! That is one way that I can make a meaningful contribution to the technologies and a future that I believe in.

I have always tried to be a long-term value creator. As I am hyper-specialized in blockchain technology and advanced financial technologies, I am able to be nimble and competitive, and that lends itself well to provide detailed recommendations. The majority of my career has been focused on how to leverage technology to drive decision making, how to use it as a sustainable competitive differentiation, how to drive results while still having strategic objectives in mind, and finally creating environmental and social value through my partnership programs with non-profit organizations in emerging markets. These experiences drive my passion to provide value to all my readers.

Leaders in the blockchain and fintech industries typically have experience in such areas as application development, information security, crypto-technology, and management. With my connections and experience in these industries, I am able to reach out to professionals for their educated opinions and thoughts on everything I publish. Several of my readers are fintech and blockchain companies, and they tend to be innovators who are engaged in disrupting the status quo through new technology. Finding team members with highly specialized skills, knowledge of cutting-edge technology, and the drive to innovate is crucial to their work.

Digital currency, DeFi, and NFTs are the rage. Yet, there is a lot of confusion about how to invest and where to invest. That is why I am here to shed light on blockchains, bitcoin, ethereum, and cryptocurrencies, and any digital currency. There is proof that blockchain technology is currently one of the most robust influences that form information security landscapes and engineering. And, this is just the start!

In addition to that, looking for the correct cryptocurrencies for investing in is a difficult undertaking. That especially goes for you attempting to back undervalued projects that you have faith in a gamble to take. When you evaluate and try to look for the best cryptocurrency exchange is not an easy task. In addition to that, you can fall prey to many of the scams out there, which means you must be extra cautious.

I will do my best to share the advantages and disadvantages of each commonly used platform. If you know nothing about cryptocurrencies and digital assets, there is a section for you to learn more about them. You will also learn more by reading the blockchain guides on the site, and you will also find plenty of information on cryptocurrency exchanges, wallets, and so much more.

Intro to Digital Assets & Cryptocurrencies

If you are brand new to the digital currency world, this is the section for you. You will find out what you need to know about blockchains, bitcoin, ethereum, cryptocurrencies, and all digital assets in this category as well as current regulations. If you do not see the difference between the various digital assets, this is the section for you to learn what you can about them. Here is the area where you can read up on the different platforms, and the pros and cons of each explained.

Blockchain Guides

The blockchain guides are the area where you will learn about tips and tricks when it comes to digital assets and the recommended investments to make. You will also read up on the common trends to expect in the blockchain world and what can influence the price of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, including an in-depth look at decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFT), and much more. Information on future blockchain and digital asset conventions are also in this section if you would like to attend any. This section covers a myriad of blockchain technologies and protocols. There are over 100+ different types of proprietary blockchains on the market today, it is quite confusing and sometimes overwhelming to browse through the technology stacks. I hope you find these guides helpful! Blockchain technology has proven to be one of the most powerful forces shaping the engineering and information security landscapes today, and this is just the beginning! This section includes research I have completed on different types of blockchains, blockchain protocols, blockchain implementations, and I do my best to highlight the pros and cons of each of the major platforms being used today.

Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Whether you are a novice or experienced in digital assets and digital trading, this section is right for you to learn more about it. There are plenty of tips and information on buying and selling digital assets, and there are methods to purchase cryptocurrencies without revealing your identity. You can find out about the different cryptocurrency exchanges that provide users with sets of charts, security features, and trading tools, and more. There are well over 50 major cryptocurrency exchanges in the world, this is a great time to narrow down your options to just a few prominent, reliable exchanges to use. The entire industry is still in its infancy in many ways, and there are only a handful of regulated and compliant cryptocurrency exchanges in the world.

Cryptocurrency Wallets

A cryptocurrency wallet is a software program that maintains and keeps public and private keys. It also interacts with the different blockchains so users can both send and receive any digital asset. They can also keep tabs on their balances. Cryptocurrency wallets are an essential part of digital assets, and in this section, you will learn about how they work, the different ones available, and their pros and cons. My research shows that there are 6,000 different cryptocurrencies, out of which, around 40% are active and have an application that is considered live. This section is fully dedicated to the exploration and discovery of the top-performing cryptocurrencies on the market, not just with regards to prices, but with regards to application development and overall product development progress. Also, I include some in-depth reviews of cryptocurrency accessories, including hard wallets and soft wallets.

Cryptocurrency Guides

Finding the right cryptocurrencies to invest in is a cumbersome and tricky task, particularly when you are trying to back projects you believe in and are convinced are undervalued. Evaluating and choosing the best cryptocurrency exchange is even more complicated as there are endless scams in the space and you need to be extra vigilant.

Data Science

Big Data! Machine Learning! Artificial intelligence algorithms! This new lingo is taking the finance and wider business world by storm. I personally review each and every product or service covered in these posts, and I provide an objective perspective of what tools are the most powerful in solving real-world data-oriented problems. I also featured advanced research and client case studies from Basel Ismail.

Career Guides

The section for guides relevant to digital assets is here, and you will find information on various blockchain jobs. You will also see where the ideal cities are if you want to look for a career in digital currencies, data science, and all disruptive technologies in any area of the world. You will also learn more about blockchain talent acquisition and why to accept bitcoin and cryptocurrency payments – and so much more.

Aside from cryptocurrencies, blockchains, and data science, there are countless other topics within the realm of technology that are fascinating! This is an opportunity for me to highlight some of those emerging technologies which are either currently being implemented as transformative products or are planning on becoming disruptive forces of nature.

My current newsletter subscribers are professionals with a wide variety of skills and experience. These subscribers come from all walks of life, such as hosting their own Initial Coin Offering (ICO)/Security Token Offering (STO)/Initial Token Offerings (ITO), programmers developing smart contracts or building decentralized payment systems, data scientists, product engineers, digital marketers wanting to get a pulse of these industries, and many more. The newsletter is complimentary and I promise to never send you spam!