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The recent Election Day was a game-changer for the crypto industry, and no one benefited more than Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong. On Wednesday, Coinbase shares soared by an unprecedented 31% as investors rallied around the company’s successful push to elect pro-crypto candidates. Fairshake, a Coinbase-supported political action committee, reported that out of the 58 candidates

Think the CEO and COO/Second-in-Command don’t need clearly defined roles? Think again! Lack of clarity at the top contributes to: Misunderstandings that confuse your employees and result in project delays. Tripping over each other because you are both doing the same task (a massive waste of time and resources). Missed deadlines due to dropped balls

After a seven-week work stoppage, tens of thousands of striking Boeing machinists voted on Monday to accept a new contract offer, officially ending the strike. The machinists voted with 59% in favor of the agreement, signaling a return to work as soon as Nov. 6, with all employees required to resume by Nov. 12. In

Here’s the shocking truth …  C-level leaders simply don’t think enough! Contrary to popular belief, high-level executives don’t spend enough time using their noggins to think about the future, ideate new strategies, or clearly understand a complex topic to make the best decision possible. Based on my decades of leadership as a tech entrepreneur, CEO,

We’re in a race we’ll never fully win, but we can’t afford to stop running. With industries evolving at breakneck speed—thanks largely to the rise of AI—the skills gap is widening faster than ever and there’s an urgent need to close that gap.  The World Economic Forum has even declared a “reskilling emergency” predicting that

Nigeria’s wealthiest individuals, including billionaires Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, and Abdulsamad Rabiu, have refined investment strategies that reflect both their acumen and the multifaceted Nigerian economy. UBS data recently highlighted a 19.7% increase in national wealth attributed to these three titans, underscoring their impact on the economy. Key Strategies Nigerian Billionaires Use in the Capital

In today’s fast-paced business environment, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly turning to fractional general counsel (FGC) services to access high-quality legal expertise without the overhead costs of full-time counsel. An FGC is a highly experienced, C-suite-trusted business advisor who provides “get to yes” legal advice and services on a part-time basis and helps

Li Ka-Shing, Hong Kong’s wealthiest businessman, is reportedly considering a significant investment in Thames Water as the embattled utility company works to secure billions to prevent nationalization. Already holding a 75% stake in Northumbrian Water, Li is said to be evaluating a package that could provide Thames Water with a crucial boost to maintain operations.

At last week’s Maritime CEO Forum, held at the Monaco Yacht Club, the “Money and Ships” session addressed evolving trends and challenges in ship finance. Moderated by Isabelle Rickmers, CEO of jobs marketplace TURTLE, the event brought together top shipowners and industry leaders. Harris Antoniou, founder of Neptune Maritime Leasing, remarked on a notable shift

Several years ago, I spoke to a CEO Forum in Minnesota, where we discussed the value of asking clarifying questions so that group members could better understand a challenge or opportunity that a CEO presented to his/her fellow members. I asked them how good they were at doing so. Their response was not born out

Kristo Käärmann, founder and CEO of the money transfer service Wise, has been fined $453,760 by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for neglecting to inform the regulator about a tax default. The FCA reported on Monday that Käärmann had failed to disclose a previous fine imposed by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), which placed him

In today’s digital-first world, businesses face a range of risks that can threaten their long-term success. As we observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month, let’s take a look at the  parallels between cybersecurity and online reputation management – and talk about why prioritizing both will foster continued business growth. Two Sides of the Same Coin   Though vastly

It surprises me that more organizations don’t have peer groups working alongside teams. Teams, by design, live to create a shared work product or achieve a collaborative goal. On the other hand, peer groups exist to develop the individual employees. If you want stronger players who collaborate more effectively, you need more than great content.

Eight years ago I sat in a room of business people and the facilitator asked a question that would change the way I worked and the way I lived. The question was this: ‘Is your business a scalable business or is it a lifestyle business?’ Initially my ego screamed ‘SCALABLE’ with a resounding force. My ego

Microsoft awarded CEO Satya Nadella a substantial pay increase for the 2024 fiscal year, bringing his total compensation to $79.1 million, a significant rise from $48.5 million the previous year. However, the package would have been $5.5 million higher if not for recent cybersecurity breaches. The board’s compensation committee reported that most of Nadella’s compensation

Amitabh Bachchan and Ratan Tata, two of India’s most revered public figures, have shared a respectful relationship that transcends their distinct fields of work. Both are my personal favorite icons in their own right—Bachchan in Indian cinema and Tata in business and philanthropy. Amitabh Bachchan has publicly expressed his admiration for Ratan Tata’s humility and

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has initiated legal proceedings against a former executive of a cryptocurrency exchange, charging him with fraud. Grant Colthup, the ex-CEO of ACCE Australia, which operated the Mine Digital crypto exchange, is accused of misappropriating approximately $1.5 million from one of the platform’s customers. ASIC announced the charges on

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize various industries, the role of CEOs, especially in midsize companies, is undergoing a profound transformation. This essay delves into the evolving responsibilities of CEOs in the age of AI, highlighting the critical leadership skills required to harness AI’s potential effectively and responsibly.   Modern CEOs must integrate AI into

A recent survey by Deloitte Global highlights that 20% of businesses now have their Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) reporting directly to CEOs instead of Chief Information Officers (CIOs), signaling the increasing strategic influence of the role within organizations. The findings are part of the fourth edition of the “Global Future of Cyber Survey,” which

The rapid adoption of remote work, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought numerous benefits and challenges. I had the opportunity to discuss these in an interview with Tanner Hackett, CEO and Founder of Counterpart, a company specializing in management and professional liability for small businesses. Tanner shared valuable insights on the risks associated with