As the Group CEO of Lead Ventures, I have been fortunate to have extensive involvement in the Web3 space. I’m excited about the potential and limitless possibilities this space holds for the future. Over the years, I have contributed to the development of various projects and companies, all aimed at realizing the vast potential of this emerging industry. In this article, I highlight some of my contributions to the Web3 space.
One of my major contributions to the development of Web3 has been my strategic partnership with Casper Labs, a leading provider of Blockchain technology solutions. My involvement with the company has spanned over two years, during which I have supported the acquisition of licensing, office space, recruitment, and most importantly business development initiatives. I have also supported the team in their business development activities. Additionally, I have played a crucial role in introducing the company’s technology to government decision-makers in the country.
Another project that I’m passionate about is Crypto Arabs of which I am the CEO and Founder. The Project aims to educate people, especially those in the Arab world, about Web3 and its underlying technologies. We also plan to include courses and training materials that teaches individuals about the history and future of Web3, NFTs, and other related technologies. It features a well-known Arab cartoon, Shabita, to make it more relatable to the audience. I have plans to link the Shabita cartoon with Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University to provide courses to students and the general public. My Partners and I are also planning to integrate the project with other universities to offer Web3 courses and create a community for people interested in learning about the technology. Moreover, the project is designed to incorporate the use of NFTs as rewards for completing courses, making it a unique and effective learning tool.
My involvement in Web3 also extends beyond education and to the art world. My Partners and I have created the Belvedere Art Space Gallery, a platform that plans to turn physical art into NFTs and provides access to various exclusive events. I believe that physical art should not be the only form of art and that digital art, in the form of NFTs, should be equally accessible. Another objective of the gallery is to break down walls between royal family members and other artists. For instance, I took a painting by Sheikh Humaid’s mother, artist Noora Al Redhwan, which was displayed at the Expo in their pavilion for six months. I then created an event where I displayed the painting alongside three Picassos, attracting a lot of attention. The painting was then fractionalised and sold to 114 people, and it will be displayed in the Metaverse for everyone to see. The Belvedere Art Space Gallery is an innovative platform that provides access to all forms of art and breaks down barriers between artists. We aim to make digital art, in the form of NFTs, equally accessible as physical art.
Giving back to the community is essential to me, and my involvement with the Rashid Center for People of Determination, which provides support to children with special needs, is a testament to this. I have linked my Crypto Arabs project with the Rashid Center for People of Determination, where a percentage of the project’s proceeds will go to building smart centers or galleries for the children. Additionally, I hope that the project will give the children a sense of belonging and purpose, encouraging them to create and sell their art pieces.
I’ve also been appointed as a senior advisor to several Blockchain-based companies, including Casper Labs, Rare FND, and Rare Age, where I help them navigate the complex and rapidly evolving Blockchain ecosystem and grow their businesses successfully. Through the leverage of my network, I advise these companies on partnerships, collaborations and identify new growth opportunities.
In conclusion, my involvement in the Web3 world is a testament to the vast potential of this emerging industry. My experience and insights are valuable contributions to the development of different projects and companies. The Crypto Arabs and Belvedere Art Space Gallery are examples of the potential of Web3 to transform various industries. My philanthropic work with the Rashid Center for People of Determination is also an excellent example of how Web3 can be used to make a positive impact on society. Overall, my involvement in the Web3 world is a commitment to shaping the future of this exciting industry.