Ralph Gebran is the Managing Partner at Onramp MENA, where he leads the charge in introducing Bitcoin to the Middle East, Gulf Nations, and North Africa. With over a decade of experience in traditional finance, Ralph has successfully transitioned his expertise in sales, marketing, and client relations into the dynamic world of Bitcoin.
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🕑 *TIMESTAMPS* 00:00 - Bitcoin's Emergence in the MENA Region 09:02 - Regulatory Framework and Economic Diversification 18:20 - Bitcoin Mining and Energy Dynamics in the GCC 31:51 - Understanding Bitcoin's Role in Inflationary Economies 34:45 - Cultural Narratives: Bitcoin vs. Gold 36:55 - The Challenges of Bitcoin Self-Custody 38:35 - Misconceptions About Bitcoin in the Middle East 41:02 - Bitcoin as a Hedge Against the US Dollar 45:20 - Geopolitical Shifts and Bitcoin's Future 50:08 - The Growth Potential of Bitcoin in the Region
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