1/9: A few min ago at the Qatar Economic Forum, Peter Smith, CEO of @blockchain, shared some deep insights on the future of #cryptocurrencies during the panel discussion. #QatarEconomicForum

🧵 2/9: Smith gave us a reality check on the volatile crypto market, saying, “Crypto is still a small market. In 2022 many companies failed. It was the crypto version of the financial crisis. But in crypto we don’t have the Fed.”

1/7: Just had the privilege of hearing from Mohd Rafizi, Minister of Economy, at the Qatar Economic Forum's panel on 'Strengthening Malaysia’s Economy'.

🧵 2/7: The vision is clear. Rafizi says, "We want to lead a regional energy exchange in the region." It's about leveraging strengths and leading forward. #QEF2023 #Malaysia

1/ A fascinating presentation by General David Petraeus unfolded today at the Qatar Economic Forum's panel: "Return of the Multipolar World." His observations were both profound and timely, shedding light on the shifting global landscape. #QatarEconomicForum

🧵 2/ "Once upon a time, we bathed in the serene waters of benign globalization," the General remarked nostalgically. "Now, the seas have become tempestuous. We find ourselves navigating choppy waves of change." #Geopolitics

Attending the thought-provoking panel at the Qatar Economic Forum, I was struck by the insightful perspectives shared by distinguished speakers. Here are some key highlights from the discussion on reengineering globalization: H.E. Khalid Al-Fatih, the Minister of Investment from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, expressed his vision for Riyadh as the economic capital of the Middle East. He emphasized the positive impact of globalization, acknowledging its role in lifting millions out of poverty.