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The China Model The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has held an exclusive grip on power for more than 70 years and seen its economy boom in recent decades using a model based on single-party authoritarian political rule married with a state capitalist economic system. Promoting this system to other countries around the world is seen by analysts as a way to cultivate an authoritarian-friendly political bloc that could help Beijing reshape global institutions and counterbalance Western attempts to isolate China with economic sanctions or criticism of its commercial practices, territorial claims, or human rights record. Many of the documents in the report describe training programs on trade-related areas like port management guidelines, adopting BeiDou -- China's answer to the U.S.-created Global Positioning System (GPS) -- and sectors like blockchain and other new technologies. https://lnkd.in/gaW9D9Sf

Months ago, Press was announcing coming BRICS crossboarder payments system, using cryptocurrencies as low level support. This system, for huge amounts, already exists, for long. Looking about Petroleum volumes deals shows the obvious reality. Occident creates many solutions, cutting-edge technologies. Occident Financial power finances it. It is clear BRICS intention is to undermine occident. Occidental way of life is not compatible with BRICS, mostly autocratic or even dictatorial. How do you think Azerbaidjan and BRICS are financing the few people in New Caledonia to kill the people there that refuses autonomy ? Internet initiated the end of Occident and Democracy. World War III ? Think about this when you develop technology. Make it safer, make it unbreakable, make it so it is usable by the people who you think should use it. Only.

BRICS Summit Kicks Off as Lawmakers Discuss Using Bitcoin (BTC) to Evade US Sanctions - Russian officials are reportedly discussing how to use Bitcoin (BTC) to conduct international trade outside the purview of the US dollar system. - According to a Bloomberg report shared by VanEck’s head of digital assets Matthew Sigel, top lawmakers are pushing the idea that Russian mining firms could sell their BTC to international buyers, who would then use the coins to pay for imports and effectively bypass sanctions. - Russia has already made several moves this year to sanctions-proof its economy, including permitting the use of cryptocurrency for international trade, and working on the launch of its own crypto exchanges and stablecoins. - At a BRICS Business Forum held last week, Russian crypto-mining firm BitRiver says it discussed a partnership with the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), the country’s sovereign wealth fund. - The partnership includes using BitRiver’s data centers to increase Russia’s share in the artificial intelligence (AI) economy and global computing power market and to build data centers in BRICS countries. https://lnkd.in/g-QFDw3y

The International Monetary Fund (#IMF) has urged Ukraine to complete the updating of its #legislation concerning virtual #assets by the conclusion of 2024. This information comes from a Facebook post by Oleksandr Bornyakov, Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine responsible for IT industry development. Bornyakov mentioned that this requirement was stipulated in the Memorandum of Economic and Financial Policies signed between Ukraine and the IMF. He further explained that the IMF expressed concerns about the current absence of #regulation in this emerging sector, highlighting potential risks to price stability and the efficacy of monetary transmission. Underlining the urgency, Bornyakov stressed the necessity of establishing regulatory and #taxation principles for virtual assets. He asserted that proper regulation of #cryptocurrencies would bolster Ukraine's economic growth and foster trust with international partners. We see more and more countries introducing #crypto #regulations of some sort. In order to stay #compliant when the regulations are fully here, follow Albus Protocol, and make sure that you're #DeFi business is ready. #Albus_Protocol_News

Excerpts from the Chinese Summit and Ninth Ministerial Conference of the #FOCAC (Forum on China-Africa Cooperation) held in Beijing from 4.9. - 6.9. 2024: #China and Africa have joined hands to expand cooperation in “Silk Road #Ecommerce.” China-Africa Partnership Plan on #Digital #Innovation Internationalization of the #RMB Creation of the integrated African #market… Just FYI - by the end of 2022, China’s Foreign Direct #Investment (FDI) in Africa exceeded $47 billion, and more than 3,000 Chinese enterprises had invested and developed their business in Africa. In the first half of 2023, China’s #FDI in Africa exceeded $1.82 billion, a year-on-year increase of 4.4 %. What do I make of it? #Fintech revolution in digital #payment systems, #blockchain technology applications, #ecosystem economy, #digitalasset(s) popularization etc. Will it be the new #eRMB or downright a new #digitalcurrency? As previously mentioned, I only missed Portuguese as an official international language and not only for “my” #Macao or University of Macau - after all it is the official language of six African countries: Angola, Cape Verde, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique and São Tomé and Príncipe. https://lnkd.in/dj7eR8cN.

Exciting News! Dive into the future of technology and innovation with our latest edition of OAO TechMag - "The Innovation Issue"! Inside, you'll find a treasure trove of insights and thought-provoking articles from industry leaders and experts. Here is a sneak peak: Embark on a thrilling exploration of Africa's semiconductor industry with ChipLab CEO Ola Fadiran. Discover how he is spearheading Africa's technological renaissance through semiconductor innovation and AI integration. Join Bakang Tshepo Moetse as he navigates the complexities of developing an Afrocentric approach to AI for Africa. Explore its disruptive potential and the imperative of addressing key challenges. Unlock the power of modern technology and strategic leadership with Biswadeep Chatterjee. Delve into the evolving role of Chief Information Officers and their impact on digital transformation. Dive into the world of blockchain technology and its revolutionary impact on corporate transactions worldwide. Learn how businesses are benefiting from increased security, efficiency, and cost savings. Gain invaluable insights inspired by Jim Collins' principles from his renowned book #GoodToGreat. Elevate your business with tailored strategies for driving innovation and sustainable growth. Explore cutting-edge insights with Prof. Randall Carolissen as he delves into leveraging #Bayesian theory, mathematical resilience, and AI-driven decision-making to navigate uncertainty and drive success. Navigate challenges and embrace innovation in African businesses with Wessel Badenhorst, Partner at Hogan Lovells Africa. Tap into his compelling speech and gain actionable insights for success. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and drive success in today's dynamic business landscape! Read the latest edition now: https://lnkd.in/dnMVx6g4 Busisiwe Mathe BabesGotBytes NPC Folasewa Abdulsalam University of Johannesburg #Innovation #BusinessInsights #OAOTechMag

Cryptocurrency creates new opportunities for cross-border payments — Russian official The Eastern Economic Forum is underway on the campus of the Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok on September 3-6, 2024 VLADIVOSTOK, September 4/ Cryptocurrency creates new opportunities for cross-border payments, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Maxim Oreshkin told reporters on the sidelines of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF-2024). "As you know, a law came into force on September 1 that legalizes the use of cryptocurrency for cross-border payments. This situation creates more space for financial innovation, for the creation of new, more effective methods of mutual payments," he said. The Eastern Economic Forum (EEF-2024) is underway on the campus of the Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok on September 3-6, 2024. The main theme of the EEF in 2024 is "Far East 2030. Combining strengths to create new potential." The EEF is one of the largest international conferences in Russia. It has been held in the Primorsky Region’s Russky Island in Vladivostok since 2015. The Forum is the initiative of Russian President Vladimir Putin, who decreed that the event be held annually. The forum's objectives and goals include promoting the accelerated growth of Russia’s Far East region; assessing its potential for exports; expanding international cooperation in the Asia-Pacific Region; showcasing the investment appeal of the region, its steadily progressing territories, and the Vladivostok free port. The Roscongress Foundation has served as the Forum’s organizer since 2016. TASS is the general information partner of the EEF. #business #finance #financialservices

🌐 Embracing New Technologies in International Relations 🤝💡  In today's interconnected world, the intersection of technology and international relations is reshaping the way businesses, governments, and professionals collaborate across borders. From AI-driven diplomacy and blockchain for secure trade agreements to big data analytics for global decision-making, technology is enabling smarter, faster, and more inclusive solutions to complex international challenges.  💻 Why should professionals care?  - Enhanced Global Networking: Digital platforms and tools are breaking down barriers, making international partnerships more accessible.   - Data-Driven Decisions: Emerging tech provides real-time insights into global markets, trends, and crises.   - Future-Ready Solutions: Staying ahead in international relations requires adaptability to tech-driven innovations.  🚀 Let’s embrace these advancements to foster greater collaboration, promote sustainable development, and unlock new opportunities on the global stage. 🌍  #InternationalRelations #EmergingTech #Innovation #GlobalBusiness #AI #DataAnalytics #Blockchain #Diplomacy #FutureOfWork

Recently, I have been working on being brave, being okay with stepping into new territories and opportunities. From travelling to the Netherlands, like I mentioned before and navigating a Dutch court-room for my Tornado Cash trial coverage to travelling to Austin Texas for Consensus where I started diving more into Europe. This moment was about me launching deeper into the European Union and co-ordinating a discussion on the EU's Markets in Crypto Assets wide-ranging legislation package. While, its easy to be intimidated by the deep, I have found tapping into my transferable skills have been a life saver. Covering the U.K. extensively, something I will still do, building networks across regulatory bodies and industries as well as following bills and seeing how complicated and powerful these can be, cabinet re-shuffles, shock elections and resignations have given me my fair share of 'transferable skills'. These transferable skills like realising how key it is to speak to a range of people, get expert support and understanding on pieces really helps me conquer "new topics." I have mentioned this when it comes to Africa coverage too. So a few transferable skills later, lots of chatting, I hosted the CoinDesk Consensus panel on MiCA (and it went well): https://lnkd.in/exru39EE I also wrote a piece unpicking in detail exactly how sticky the EU's stablecoin measures are and an EU election piece on the past, present and future elections in the region to come (looking at yes, all 27 nations, big salute to all the EU writers out there) that are in my bio: https://lnkd.in/e7yEPkRH Being brave can do wonders.