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Exponential Science Launches to Advance the Convergence of Blockchain with AI, and Other Deep Tech
- Exponential Science, a global non-profit foundation supported by leading technology companies like Hedera, drives innovation in emerging technologies to tackle complex challenges and deliver groundbreaking solutions.
- With global operations, the Foundation fosters open collaboration and co-creation between academia, industry, government, the open-source community, and startups.
- The launch details were announced on stage during the exclusive 10th annual P2P Financial Systems International Workshop, in Dubai.
DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Dr. Paolo Tasca, Founder and Chairman, and Nikhil Vadgama, Founder and Director, have launched Exponential Science, a non-profit foundation, created to build on their legacy of leadership in the blockchain space through the DLT Science Foundation.
Exponential Science was established to address the growing interdependencies among emerging digital technologies and deep tech. It will focus on the complementarity of blockchain with other cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, AR/VR and other deep tech.
Exponential Science leverages the expertise of Dr. Tasca and Nikhil Vadgama. Tasca is a renowned professor and economist with an extensive background in distributed systems and digital innovation. He has advised organizations such as the United Nations and several central banks on CBDC and Fintech. He co-founded the UCL Centre for Blockchain Technologies and also co-founded several top Web3 companies. Prof. Vadgama, has extensive experience in fintech, having launched innovative new businesses in multiple jurisdictions and worked with and advised a number of leading stakeholders, from industry participants to government officials. He is also an award-winning educator in the field of emerging technologies.
Both have witnessed the convergence of multiple emerging digital technologies, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary approaches to tackle complex societal and technological challenges. To address this, Exponential Science fosters open collaboration and co-creation among academia, industries, and government stakeholders. It also runs its cutting-edge science research department, comprised of renowned professors and visionary thinkers.
The team is made up of international academic and research experts from diverse fields and disciplines who are working on various initiatives, including the new MiCA Crypto Alliance, which helps blockchain and crypto businesses meet the EU’s incoming regulatory requirements. Other key projects include work with the UK CBT, the national research hub that drives the UK agenda for blockchain, and DLT Earth, an initiative seeking to advance climate research, sustainable finance, and ESG reporting methodologies.
The foundation’s upcoming plans include a range of initiatives aimed at expanding scientific impact and fostering collaboration across sectors. Research and spinoff initiatives will target specific challenges, enabling the exploration of niche areas of innovation and accelerating progress in critical fields. Complementing these efforts, a robust content and event strategy will be implemented, creating a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Exponential Science is backed by Hedera, a high-performance, secure, and sustainable public DLT network governed by the world’s leading institutions. This backing enables Exponential Science to leverage extensive resources and expertise, further empowering its mission to drive interdisciplinary collaboration and deliver impactful solutions to societal challenges.
Dr Tasca said: “Our vision has always been about driving groundbreaking research and fostering collaboration across technological fields. With the launch of Exponential Science, we are expanding that vision to embrace a wider range of emerging technologies that are reshaping the digital landscape. We will navigate this fusion using a multi-disciplinary approach to explore how these technologies can work together to create solutions that address today’s most pressing challenges.”
Professor Vadgama commented: “Exponential Science represents our commitment to exploring and addressing the interconnectedness of today’s technological landscape. By broadening our focus, we can leverage the combined power of multiple technologies to deliver transformative outcomes. Our objective is to empower open source communities and industries to thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape.”
About Exponential Science
Exponential Science is a not-for-profit foundation driven to advance research, education, and innovation across emerging digital technologies and deep tech. With a mission to explore the convergence of blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and other transformative technologies, Exponential Science drives interdisciplinary collaboration to deliver impactful solutions to challenges faced by society. It brings together stakeholders from academic institutions, regulators, and diverse industries to drive innovative research and collaboration. Exponential Science is committed to fostering sustainable, transparent, and innovative developments that will shape a more advanced and interconnected future. For more information go to: www.exponentialscience.org.
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Wahed appoints Khalid Al Jassim as Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA to help guide the strategic growth of Wahed in the region
DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech, has appointed Khalid Al Jassim as Chairman of Wahed MENA.
On this appointment, Khalid commented, ”I am excited to guide Wahed’s growth in the region. Wahed’s mission of furthering Islamic Finance is one I resonate with deeply and I look forward to supporting its growth ambitions.”
Khalid has over twenty five years of investment banking and corporate advisory experience gained with some of the most innovative and groundbreaking institutions in the world.
His career spans leading firms including SABIC, Arthur Anderson and Arcapita Bank in Bahrain, where he was instrumental in making it into one of the PE powerhouses in the region. His responsibilities started in the earlier years with establishing the Investment Placement Team and transforming it into one of the most robust teams in the industry. At the time that Khalid left Arcapita to build his personal business, he was an Executive Director. Today he is Chairman of Afkar Vision, a private advisory house specialized in mergers and acquisitions with offices in Manama, Dubai and Riyadh.
As well as being one of the earliest investors in Wahed, he is currently Chairman of the Audit Committee and Board Member at Bahrain Islamic Bank, the 4th oldest Islamic Bank in the World and Board Member at SICO Bank and SICO Capital in Saudi, an $8bn asset manager in the region.
Mohsin Siddiqui, Wahed CEO said, “We are delighted to announce Khalid’s appointment. His unique understanding of the financial landscape in the MENA region is unparalleled and we are excited to bring this expertise in continuing to grow our presence in the region.”
About Wahed
Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.
For more information, visit: www.wahed.com
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DOHA, Qatar, Nov. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Qatar Development Bank (QDB) announces a strategic investment in Wahed, a global Shariah-compliant fintech.
Wahed currently manages over $1 billion in assets and has attracted over 400,000 clients worldwide. The company is built on the principles of democratizing access to financial services and offers clients access to Shariah-compliant investments in its mobile app. Wahed removes the barriers to sophisticated investment management services that have been traditionally reserved for high-net-worth investors.
Khalid Al Jassim, Executive Chairman of Wahed MENA said: ‘We are delighted to welcome our new shareholders, QDB. We believe Qatar is fully aligned with our mission in creating a technology-first Islamic finance leader that unlocks a financial ecosystem free from Riba. We look forward to supporting the Qatar National Vision 2030 of becoming a leading knowledge-based economy.
Ali Rahimtula, Partner at Cue Ball Capital said: “Qatar Development Bank’s strategic investment is a clear signal of the faith the industry has in Wahed and its ability to create the future of Islamic Finance.”
About Wahed
Founded in 2015, Wahed is a financial technology company that is advancing financial inclusion through accessible, affordable, and values-based investing. The company has made significant inroads in the world Shariah compliant investing by creating an easy-to-use digital platform that provides a suite of Shariah compliant investing products including managed portfolios and venture and real estate investments. Wahed caters to over 400,000 customers globally and manages over $ 1 billion in assets.
For more information, visit: www.wahed.com
About Qatar Development Bank
Qatar Development Bank’s mission is to advance the economic and innovation development cycle of Qatar, supporting and contributing to the nation’s economic diversification. As well as a focus on the development of Qatar’s private sector, QDB is a powerful catalyst for socio-economic development in the country, empowering the local economy and bettering living standards.
For more information, visit: https://www.qdb.qa/
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DHAKA, Bangladesh, Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With the popularity of electric vehicles in Bangladesh, the globally renowned AIMA brand has also arrived in Bangladesh. The esteemed DX Group has brought the AIMA F-626 to customers. This environmentally friendly battery-operated electric motorbike has already been approved by the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) now.
In light of the increasing popularity of electric motorcycles in the country, the internationally-leading brand AIMA has entered the market. By the end of 2023, AIMA electric two-wheelers had established a presence in over 50 countries worldwide, with 11 global production bases, including overseas factories in Indonesia and Vietnam. In 2022, AIMA collaborated with Rob Janoff, the designer of the Apple logo, to refresh the brand’s VI system with a youthful and fashionable image. In 2023, AIMA teamed up with PANTONE, the global authority in color expertise, to create the trending color of the year. As an industry leader, AIMA spearheads the electric two-wheeler sector and showcases the prowess of a leading electric two-wheeler brand on a global scale. As of March 31, 2024, AIMA’s total electric two-wheeler sales had reached 80 million units, earning certification from Frost & Sullivan, a globally recognized business growth consulting firm, as the “Global Leading Electric Two-wheeler Brand”.
Over the years, AIMA has always been a product trendsetter in the electric two-wheeler sector. As of March 31, 2024, the total sales volume of AIMA electric two-wheelers reached 80 million, and Frost & Sullivan, a world-renowned market consulting company, awarded AIMA with the market status certification of the “Global Leading Electric Two-wheeler Brand (by Sales)”.
AIMA adhere to the customer-centered product philosophy and technologies that support long-term innovation and breakthroughs. We believe that the efficiency and modern technology of the AIMA F-626 will present an excellent alternative means of communication for our customers.
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