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S. Korean Gov’t Official In Charge Of Crypto Regulations Found Dead Of Heart Attack
How to Pitch Your Blockchain Startup to Heavyweight Chinese Investors
Australian University Launches Nation’s First Open Blockchain Course
Japanese Crypto Exchanges Tap Star Power for Marketing Arms Race
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☑ S. Korean Gov’t Official In Charge Of Crypto Regulations Found Dead Of Heart Attack

TLDR; A ranking official in South Korea who has been developing policy measures against cryptocurrency speculation was found dead at his home in Seoul, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Feb. 19.

The WSJ reports the official was Jung Ki-joon, the 52 year old head of economic policy at the Office for Government Policy Coordination. Ki-joon was reported to have died of a heart attack while sleeping on Sunday Feb. 18.

Comment: Can’t imagine how much shit he was going through with so much tension and pressure from both parties (the people and the government officials) – may Jung rest in peace.

☑ How to Pitch Your Blockchain Startup to Heavyweight Chinese Investors

TLDR; Bo Ji, Assistant Dean to China’s elite Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) founded by Li Ka Shing, a Hong Kong business magnate, has asked European blockchain startups to consider capitalizing on the lucrative emerging Chinese market instead of going to the US.

“Please do yourself a favor. Don’t just innovate here. Go to China because they will love you,” said Bo Ji to a room full of blockchain industry leaders at London Blockchain Week 2018 at the end of January.

Comment: China low-key trying to take over the world – flipside I’d love to check it out if I ever consider jumping into any of those ventures

☑ Australian University Launches Nation’s First Open Blockchain Course

TLDR; The entry-level program will cost AUD$1,500 and will be open to all entrants, students or otherwise, on learning how to adapt and apply blockchain technology across industries.

RMIT vice-chancellor Martin Bean underlined the emergence of the blockchain sector, stating:

“Blockchain is now becoming a core part of contemporary digital literacy and we’re delighted to offer an industry-focused program…”

As a recent Upwork survey reveals, ‘Bitcoin’ is the single biggest skillset sought after by employers, a trend that isn’t lost on students and young professionals looking to gain an education on the decentralized technology for the future job market. The supply of talent for the growing industry, estimated by Gartner to hit $176 by 2025 and a staggering $3.1 trillion by 2030, simply does not meet demand.

Comment: Blockchain is THE future and learning the ropes of it will prep you for many opportunities

☑ Japanese Crypto Exchanges Tap Star Power for Marketing Arms Race

TLDR; Japanese cryptocurrency exchanges have been very active in advertising their services. Several exchanges including Bitflyer, DMM Bitcoin, Tech Bureau’s Zaif and the hacked exchange Coincheck have been tapping into star power and launching TV commercials with original music.

Comment: I love how Japan is so accepting with different cultures and trends! Talk about Japan – I remember I went to Tokyo and was lost trying to find my hotel but this one nice gentleman stopped and helped me locate where my hotel was AND he helped me bring my heavy baggage there. (if your reading this THANKS!)

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💰 - 2/20/2018 Daily Bitcoin & Cryptocurrency News TLDR; and My Unbiased Commentary