Is it still prudent to invest in gold? What’s really happening to the global money supply? What can we expect from #bitcoin moving forward? Tune in for another episode of The VALR Podcast with our CEO Farzam Ehsani, which explores these questions and more, featuring the Co-Founder of BitMEX, Chief Investment Officer at Maelstrom, and the inventor of bitcoin perpetual swaps, Arthur Hayes.
VALR
Financial Services
Where cryptocurrency meets accessibility. Buy, sell, store & transfer a variety of crypto assets.
About us
VALR bridges the gap between our traditional financial system and the new world of cryptocurrencies. Here's why: There is a socio-financial transition taking place in the world. The organisation of our world into nation-states no longer ministers to the needs of humanity. Humanity yearns to be unified; yet our structures continue to divide us. Money is one of those structures, predominantly defined by the nation-state. The divisions and frictions caused by our antiquated nation-state system have permeated our financial system. These frictions license financial intermediaries to extract financial value from humanity’s cross-border relationships, often at exorbitant rates. “It is expensive to be poor” is truer in the financial industry than any other. We need a new organisational paradigm for society that transcends the nation-state. This in turn will remove some of the frictions in our financial system. But our political systems are mired in vested interests that a deliberate transition by those in power to a system that puts the whole ahead of its constituent parts seems unimaginable, propagating the financial frictions. In the absence of a societal paradigm that eliminates these man-made frictions, cryptocurrencies (and crypto assets in general) have emerged and rise above national borders. Cryptocurrencies hold the promise of being the most frictionless asset class humanity has ever seen. Yet the process to access these assets from our traditional financial system remains difficult. Our mission is to usher in a new financial paradigm. Join us in building a financial system that recognises the oneness of humanity.
- Website
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https://www.valr.com/
External link for VALR
- Industry
- Financial Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Global
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2018
- Specialties
- Cryptocurrency Exchange, Bitcoin, Innovation, Blockchain technology, Fintech, Trading, and Cryptocurrencies
Locations
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Primary
Global, ZA
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Johannesburg, ZA
Employees at VALR
Updates
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While speculation abounds regarding #bitcoin’s next move, over at VALR, starting today, we’ve launched a Global Treasure Hunt, filled with mystery and crypto delight. As our numbers continue to increase worldwide, VALR’s Global Treasure Hunt will run for 3 months until the end of September, and has been put in place to make the process of onboarding and becoming active on VALR extra rewarding. With over 60,000 USDT in rewards to be unlocked, participants can roam their selected continent and unlock crypto-laden Mystery Boxes by completing both simple and challenging tasks. This activity is open to both new and existing customers of VALR. https://lnkd.in/g_YmGX8c
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🔥We’re thrilled to announce that Badi S., a dynamic entrepreneur also Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer VALR, will be joining the panel: "The Role of Crypto Exchanges in Africa & Beyond" at #BlockchainAfrica! 🌍✨ VALR is a leading crypto exchange, the largest in South Africa by trade volume, and has received regulatory approval to operate in Europe. This visionary panel is one you don’t want to miss! 🌟 Discover more about our incredible speaker’s background at https://bit.ly/3RQUfFQ #BlockchainAfricaWeek #Cryptocurrency #CryptoAfrica #BlockchainAfrica #Web3Africa #FintechAfrica #BlockchainEvent #CryptoCommunity #Web3Event #FintechCommunity #BitcoinAfrica #BTC #Bitcoin #CryptoSouthAfrica
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In the latest episode of The VALR Podcast, VALR’s CEO Farzam Ehsani speaks with Lily Liu, President of the Solana Foundation. From Lily’s personal journey into #bitcoin and her current role at the Foundation, to her unique perspectives on governance and economic formations, as well as all the latest developments around #solana, this is an insightful episode you don’t want to miss. Tune in and subscribe for more on YouTube. Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gJbeKYAH Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gf2zpnVW
Solana As A City? Envisioning The New Economy | Ft. Lily Liu, President of Solana Foundation
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VALR's very own Gianluca Sacco takes to the stage today on a panel of heavyweights that will discuss the fast-moving regulatory changes, challenges, and opportunities in the world of cryptocurrencies in South Africa. Regenesys MyWealth Investments Nzwisisa Chidembo Zinathi Gquma Annatjie Van Rooyen Tarris Arnold
As the world leans more into digital assets, South Africa’s evolving stance on cryptocurrencies offers both opportunities and challenges for investors. This session aims to demystify the complexities of investing in cryptocurrencies under the current legal framework. Explore the potential benefits, risks, and the future trajectory of digital currency regulations in South Africa. Register Now: https://lnkd.in/drWF5Jse Gianluca Sacco Nzwisisa Chidembo Zinathi Gquma Annatjie Van Rooyen Tarris Arnold Dr Marko Saravanja Penny Law William Vivian Johan Herman Wildenboer Ashlen Naidoo #CryptocurrencyEvent #CryptoTrading #FinancialRegulations #Regenesys #SARegulations
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At VALR, we're dedicated to eliminating economic divides and advocating for unity. We envision a future where the global community is not defined by national boundaries but united by a shared vision of justice and prosperity. Learn more about us here: https://lnkd.in/dsSa8Kcq #aboutVALR #ourmission
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Tune in to watch what is best described as a scintillating speech, delivered by Farzam Ehsani at The Digital Commonwealth in London on “The Changing World Order & Finance”. Special thanks to BabyPro (Zhen Ming Ng) for an amazing production.
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On the latest podcast hosted by Chainalysis VALR’s CEO Farzam Ehsani gives a rare insight into the complexities of running a crypto exchange, from licensing and listing, to liquidity and leadership. Tune in: bit.ly/4evDVnE
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Tune in to Public Key to hear Ian Andrews host Farzam Ehsani, Co-founder and CEO of VALR, the largest cypto exchange in South Africa. Farzam delves into local regulatory challenges, challenges with listing tokens and untapped potential for Bitcoin and blockchain around the world. Listen and subscribe: https://bit.ly/4evDVnE
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Following earlier succesful engagements in Asia, it is with great pleasure that we conclude our European Tour, which covered ETH Prague, Money20/20 in Amsterdam, Proof of Talk in Paris, with VALR as the Gold Sponsor, and The Digital Commonwealth in London, where Farzam Ehsani delivered a powerful keynote. On the tour, our CMO, Ben Caselin commented: "We are not merely inviting the world’s traders to join our exchange; we are calling on the global community to work and partner with us in our mission to progress humanity, advance civilization, and build a financial system that upholds human dignity and facilitates true flourishing." CEO Farzam Ehsani expanded on this vision, stating, "At VALR, we are fundamentally a values-driven exchange. While our goals are ambitious and our ideals lofty, we refuse to compromise on our standards for the sake of convenience or accelerated growth. The needs of our time are clear: innovation in technology must be matched with moral courage and ethical leadership. At VALR, we believe this combination is the cornerstone of sustainable growth and lasting impact. This is what we stand for and what we have sought to convey during our tour of the European continent." 2024 has been a remarkable year of growth for VALR. Over the course of the past few months, the company has made significant strides in expanding its workforce, especially in Asia. Furthermore, in May, the exchange saw a doubling in futures volume. Additionally, VALR has been experiencing consistent user growth from virtually all over the world and is projected to double its user base to 1 million globally by year-end, representing a 100% increase since the beginning of the year. Thanks to everyone who has supported us and it is our honour to serve you. 💙 Onwards and upwards! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gvQez7tK
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