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In this episode of the London Fintech Podcast, Tony Clark sits down with Qin En Looi, a leading figure in the Asia fintech space, to explore the future of digital assets and the convergence of fintech and blockchain technology. Qin shares his journey from a traditional Singaporean upbringing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and investor, co-founding Glints and leading Saison Capital. He reflects on how these experiences shaped his understanding of fintech’s potential in Southeast Asia. 

The conversation covers blockchain's evolution, the growing institutional interest in digital assets, and the importance of trust within the crypto space. Qin emphasises the role of tokenisation in the future of finance, particularly in streamlining transactions and overcoming the limitations of traditional systems like SWIFT. They also discuss how fintech innovation is accelerating in Southeast Asia, the challenges of tokenised assets, and the critical importance of choosing the right technology and jurisdiction for protection. 

Qin also offers practical advice for entrepreneurs in fintech, stressing the importance of learning to sell, building strong distribution networks, and how financial discipline is crucial as the fintech sector undergoes a phase of consolidation. 

Topics Covered: 

• Qin's background, dropping out and then completing a Stanford degree in half the time (and achieving top marks!)

• The potential of digital assets and blockchain technology in fintech 

• The rise of tokenisation and its impact on the financial industry 

• Importance of trust and regulatory clarity for blockchain adoption 

• Challenges and opportunities for startups in the digital asset space 

• Insights into fintech’s growth in Southeast Asia and global liquidity trends 

• The convergence of fintech and blockchain technology 

• Practical advice for entrepreneurs: mastering sales and distribution 

• The role of institutional finance in the digital asset ecosystem 

Learn More:  

Chinen Lui: https://www.linkedin.com/in/looiqinen/

Saison Capital: https://www.saisoncapital.com/ 

Tony Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-clark-07160b/  

NextWave: www.nxwave.com