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BCB Group’s Deputy CEO calls for unity between DeFi and TradFi

“Stop fighting, start building.”

That’s the message from our Deputy CEO, Tim Renew, who recently shared his thoughts in a feature article on the growing tension between decentralisation advocates and traditional financial institutions entering the crypto space.

As major players like BlackRock, Fidelity, and Citadel ramp up their involvement in digital assets, concerns are mounting among crypto purists about the impact on decentralisation. But Renew believes the path forward lies not in conflict, but collaboration.

“The two coming together has to happen, or it’ll stall,” he says. “We need to learn from each other — and build something better together.”

From the need for regulatory clarity to the opportunity for DeFi to influence the speed and accessibility of finance, this is a must-read perspective on the future of digital finance.

Read the full article here.

Written by
Sam Shrager

Chief Marketing Officer at BCB Group, leading on the strategy and execution for all communications and responsible for global B2B marketing and PR. Working alongside senior stakeholders to position BCB Group as an industry-leader at the forefront of an increasingly competitive space, advancing the world of crypto and empowering everyone to have access to the digital economy. Financial Promoter's Payments Marketer of the Year 2024. BeInCrypto's Most Influential Women in Crypto 2024. Top 30 Most Influential Fintech Marketer 2023. Wirex Rising Women in Crypto Power List 2022, 2023 and 2024, CMO Alliance Contributor and Member, Revenue Marketing Alliance Content Ambassador and One to Watch 2024