- Educates audiences on how technology is revolutionizing financial markets and shaping the global economy
- Combines practical knowledge with cutting-edge research from his work at Coinbase International
- Shares actionable strategies from advising hedge funds, venture capital firms, and international policymakers.
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About John D'Agostino
Download ProfileJohn D’Agostino is Head of Strategy for Coinbase Institutional. John serves as a Board Member for several of the largest hedge and Venture Capital funds, public companies, and the Alternative Investment Management Association. In 2019, John co-founded the AIMA Digital Asset Working group. In 2021 John was named Chair of His Majesty’s Asset Management Working Group by the UK Consulate of New York. In 2022 John was named Financial Innovation Fellow of the AIF Global pension network, and in 2024, John was named a Research Affiliate at MIT’s CSAIL lab.
As the former Head of Strategy for the New York Mercantile Exchange, John led the effort to develop the first Middle East energy derivatives exchange in partnership with the Dubai Government which led him being the subject of two NY Times bestselling books (Rigged by Ben Mezrich and the Start Up Of You by Reid Hoffman).
A cum laude graduate of Williams College, John received a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Harvard Business School, and studied Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Oxford University. He has lectured at INSEAD University and guests lectures at MIT Sloan and Columbia Business Schools.
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John D'Agostino: What Are Institutions Looking for as Investable in Today's Digital Assets
John D'Agostino: Interview with Henri Arslanian
John D'Agostino: What Are Institutions Looking for as Investable in Today's Digital Assets
Speech Topics
Download TopicsThe Future of Fintech: Unlocking Opportunities in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape. John D’Agostino, head of strategy for Coinbase Institutional, offers an in-depth analysis of the increasingly vital role of fintech and cryptocurrencies in reshaping markets. He highlights emerging trends in decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain innovation, and digital asset adoption connecting these emerging trends to actionable opportunities for businesses and investors. With a focus on navigating disruption and leveraging innovation, he equips all audiences with the tools to thrive in the digital financial future.
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