The Digital Commonwealth

Here’s wishing the legendary ‘Mrs B’ Mina Bowater, mother of our Founder James Bowater, very Happy Birthday and we are all looking forward to seeing you front row at the fourth edition of The Mansion House Summit Series on 13th September 😎 Tickets available via https://lu.ma/i5kmx7ag James Bowater Darren Parkin Eric Williamson Lord Holmes Loretta Joseph Eric Van der Kleij James Ramsden KC

What does it take to lead a global expansion and shape the future of cryptocurrency? Find out firsthand at The Digital Commonwealth Mansion House Summit Series on September 13th. We’re excited to announce that Wei Z., CEO of Coins.ph, will be sharing his insights with us. With 18M customers and a presence across continents, Wei has turned Coins.ph into the Philippines' largest regulated cryptocurrency exchange. His experience as the former CFO of Binance, where he helped build the world's largest exchange, and his role in the landmark Grindr acquisition make him a true industry powerhouse. Don't miss this chance to hear from one of the best in the business! Get your tickets using the link in the comments See you there!

Excited to announce that Katie Harries, Director of International Policy at Coinbase, will be joining us as a speaker at the Mansion House Summit on September 13th. Katie’s insights on international policy are invaluable, and we can’t wait to hear her perspective. In just one month, connect with top minds in Web3, FinTech, ScienceTech, and Regulation as they dive into today’s most pressing issues: https://lnkd.in/egHTZcfy

Looking to stand out and make a real impact? The ICE Stage is your chance to shine. Introducing Alfie Brown, our Marketing Director, helping to lead the way on this initiative. If you're feeling overshadowed and struggling for space, Alfie is here to show you how the ICE Stage can elevate your business. Watch the video to discover how you can seize this opportunity and take your place in the spotlight. Don't miss your chance to be a part of something big! Link in the comments to register for the ICE stage.

Announcing Our Collaboration with Paris Blockchain Week and the Launch of the ICE Stage 2024! We are thrilled to share that The Digital Commonwealth is teaming up with Paris Blockchain Week for the 4th edition of our Mansion House Summit Series!   This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to drive innovation and support emerging talents within the digital economy. At the heart of this collaboration is the Innovation Collaboration and Education (ICE) Stage Set to debut at our upcoming summit on September 13th at the prestigious Mansion House in the heart of the City of London. The ICE stage is a groundbreaking platform designed to provide start-ups, entrepreneurs, and innovators with the unique opportunity to showcase their ideas to some of the most influential figures in Web3, blockchain, AI, fintech, and beyond. But that’s not all! The best pitches and innovations presented on the ICE stage will be fast-tracked to Paris Blockchain Week - a premier event hosted at the iconic Louvre. These finalists will compete for a chance to win a share of the massive start-up prize fund (€10,000,000 in 2024). ✅ Investment, ✅ global recognition, ✅ Collaboration And the chance to take your innovation to the next level. By joining forces with Paris Blockchain Week, we are creating a powerful bridge between visionary entrepreneurs and the resources they need to thrive. Together, we are empowering the next generation of digital pioneers and shaping the future of the digital economy. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. If you'd like the opportunity to pitch your ideas, use the link in the comments for more info or DM Alfie Brown directly. 🔥

Transforming Web3: Our Strategic Partnership With REKT Has Launched!  The Digital Commonwealth is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with REKT Partners, a leading blockchain reputation management and crisis communications consultancy.  This collaboration marks a significant step in our mission to advance the Web3 sector globally, highlighting the essential role of reputation management for blockchain businesses. James Bowater, our CEO and founder said: "Reputation management will be central to the success or failure of most Web3 projects.  “Our partnership with REKT Partners brings world-class thought leadership on Web3 reputation management to our community." George Godsal, Managing Director of REKT Partners, also shares that: "The Digital Commonwealth is the largest and most well-connected independent community of blockchain business leaders globally. Focusing on improving the reputation of the sector now will yield substantial long-term benefits “Together, we will provide reputation management insights host crisis management seminars, and offer specialised 'issues management triage' services to support our community members and drive our growth objectives.”

The implementation of artificial intelligence has seen Canadian retail platform Shopify outstrip estimates for its second-quarter revenues. Shopify, which is designed to assist small and medium businesses create an online shop, has expanded its use of AI-enabled functions - a move which has allowed it to attract more users. “Our Q2 results make it clear: Shopify is rapidly strengthening its position as a leading enabler of global commerce and entrepreneurship,” said Shopify President Harley Finkelstein. Full Story: https://lnkd.in/d7cRJK8J

US stocks have improved as the governor of the Bank of Japan (BOJ), Shinichi Uchida, eased fears around hiking interest rates in unstable markets, which analysts say could have contributed to extreme volatility seen earlier this week in traditional markets. The comments followed signals from Governor Ueda last week indicating that more rate hikes in Japan could be on the way. Some traders blamed these signals for triggering a massive unwinding of yen carry trades. Meanwhile, most cryptocurrencies are in the green. More in today's Daily Brief: https://lnkd.in/d9bFSn4r

Glad to have Loretta Joseph back as a speaker in the next edition of the Mansion House Summit, September 13th Loretta is a highly respected policy advisor and financial market expert. As the head of The Policy Group and Senior Policy Advisor at the Commonwealth Secretariat, she has been instrumental in shaping global policy frameworks for digital finance Her work has significantly influenced the development of economic strategies in emerging markets, ensuring sustainable and inclusive growth We're thrilled to host you again at the Mansion House. Learn more about the summit: https://lnkd.in/egHTZcfy

After financial markets suffered one of the worst days since the pandemic in 2020, there are talks of the Federal Reserve meeting to discuss an emergency rate cut to calm the storm. While economists say an emergency rate cut is unlikely, they do expect the Fed to start trimming rates in their September meeting. Historically, risk-on assets like crypto and stocks perform better in low-rate environments. Most cryptocurrencies are up overnight following yesterday's major sell-off. More in today's Daily Brief: https://lnkd.in/dBmzC_Qx