Henri Arslanian

Henri Arslanian

Keynote Speaker: FinTech & Crypto Leader; Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Nine Blocks Capital Management; Adjunct Professor, Author and Podcast Host of "The Future of Money"

Henri Arslanian Biography

Henri Arslanian is the co-founder and managing partner of Nine Blocks Capital Management, one of the largest institutional-grade crypto hedge funds globally and the first crypto hedge fund to be licensed by Dubai's VARA.

Previously, Arslanian was a partner and global crypto leader at PwC. In this role, he advised many of the world's leading crypto exchanges, investors, financial institutions, and tech firms on their crypto initiatives. He also consulted numerous governments, regulators, and central banks on crypto regulatory and policy matters.

Arslanian is also the co-founder and Chairman of the Board of ACX International, the world's largest crypto compliance specialized services firm with over 250 staff dedicated exclusively to digital assets.

Arslanian serves on the board or advisory board of numerous private and public firms globally, including several regulatory and central bank advisory boards.

He is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Hong Kong, where he has taught the first FinTech/crypto university course globally since 2015.

Arslanian co-hosts the "Crypto Weekly" show on CNBC Arabia, which reaches over 60 million households each week across the Middle East.

With over 500,000 LinkedIn followers, Arslanian is a global keynote speaker, a best-selling published author, and is regularly featured in global media outlets such as Bloomberg, CNBC, CNN, BBC, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and the Financial Times.

He was named by LinkedIn as one of the Global Top Voices in Finance and hosts the Crypto Capsules™ social media video series, as well as The Future of Money podcast and newsletter.

Arslanian is the author of three globally acclaimed crypto and fintech-related books: "The Book of Crypto," a global top 10 best seller in financial services; "The Future of Finance," also a global top 10 best seller in financial services; and "Decoding Crypto with Henri & Hodler," his recent children's book, which became the #1 new release and #1 best seller in children's books on money.

Onalytica recognized Arslanian as the #1 most influential individual in Finance globally on LinkedIn, out of over 50,000 individuals working at top professional services and management consulting firms worldwide.

Chambers Global named Arslanian the "highest profile FinTech consultant in Hong Kong." Blockchain Asset Review recognized him as the "Most Influential Crypto and Blockchain Thought Leader in Asia," and Asian Private Banker awarded him the "FinTech Changemaker of the Year" award.

Arslanian was elected as the first Chairman of the FinTech Association of Hong Kong and appointed by the Hong Kong High Court as a court-appointed expert in FinTech litigation matters.

Arslanian began his career as a financial markets and funds lawyer in Canada and Hong Kong before joining UBS Investment Bank's prime brokerage capital consulting team.

Arslanian speaks five languages: English, French, Armenian, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese.

He holds a Masters in Chinese Law from Tsinghua University; a joint Global Executive MBA from Columbia Business School, London Business School, and Hong Kong University; a Bachelor of Law from the University of Montreal (Dean's List of Excellence); and a Masters in Transnational Law from the University of Sherbrooke, where he was awarded the Governor General of Canada Gold Medal for Academic Excellence for graduating with the highest grades at the university.

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Henri Arslanian Speaking Topics

The Future of Money: from Bitcoin and Stable Coins to DeFi and NFTs

In this exciting keynote, Henri Arslanian starts by sharing about the history of money and the evolution of money up to the creation of Bitcoin.

The keynote covers the latest developments taking place in digital assets with regulators, central banks, tech firms, traditional financial institutions, crypto exchanges, crypto investors, crypto asset managers, and other relevant verticals of the crypto ecosystem. In this dynamic keynote, the audience will understand the impact that the developments in the broader crypto ecosystem will have on the future of finance, from Bitcoin and CBDCs to NFTs and DeFi as well as the impact of enhanced regulations and institutionalization.

This keynote is ideal to awaken the audience to the level of sophistication in the crypto ecosystem, its latest trends, and their impact on the future of finance. As this is a new topic for many audiences, it can be particularly eye-opening and insightful.

Length: Available in formats from 15 to 60 minutes - Can include videos - Can be tailored for beginners or advanced audiences - Customized length and areas of focus can be tailored upon demand

Introduction to Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptoassets

This presentation, inspired by Henri Arslanian’s fintech and crypto courses at the University of Hong Kong and his latest book, provides the audience with all the essential knowledge they need to understand Bitcoin and the broader digital assets space including: How Bitcoin works, What is crypto mining, The evolution of cryptocurrencies, Types of cryptoassets, ICOs/STOs/IEOs, Crypto exchanges, Crypto funds, Central bank digital currencies, decentralized Finance (DeFi), NFTs, and more. It also reveals the latest global crypto developments – from Facebook’s Libra to central bank digital currencies – and explains their impact on traditional finance.

This presentation can be delivered as either a keynote or an educational workshop. At the end, the audience will have a good understanding of the how, what, and why of cryptoassets and be able to understand their impact on the future of finance.

Length: Available in formats from 45 minutes to 3 hours

  • Can include videos
  • Can be tailored for beginners or advanced audiences
  • Customized length and areas of focus can be tailored upon demand

Henri Arslanian Videos

Henri Arslanian - Welcome to the World of Crypto
Henri Arslanian - TEDx

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Speaking fees for Henri Arslanian, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Henri Arslanian, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Henri Arslanian speak about?

Henri Arslanian is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Economy, Finance, Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, FinTech, TED, Author, Children's Authors, Hispanic Heritage, Professors and Podcast Host.

Where does Henri Arslanian travel from?

Henri Arslanian generally travels from Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Henri Arslanian?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Henri Arslanian for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Henri Arslanian for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Henri Arslanian or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

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Henri Arslanian is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Economy and Finance. The estimated speaking fee range to book Henri Arslanian for virtual events is $20,000 - $30,000. Please contact us for live event fees. Henri Arslanian generally travels from Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Samantha Radocchia, Jason J. Sosa and Jim Harris. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Henri Arslanian for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 25/12/2025.

Henri Arslanian Speaking Topics

  • The Future of Money: from Bitcoin and Stable Coins to DeFi and NFTs

    In this exciting keynote, Henri Arslanian starts by sharing about the history of money and the evolution of money up to the creation of Bitcoin.

    The keynote covers the latest developments taking place in digital assets with regulators, central banks, tech firms, traditional financial institutions, crypto exchanges, crypto investors, crypto asset managers, and other relevant verticals of the crypto ecosystem. In this dynamic keynote, the audience will understand the impact that the developments in the broader crypto ecosystem will have on the future of finance, from Bitcoin and CBDCs to NFTs and DeFi as well as the impact of enhanced regulations and institutionalization.

    This keynote is ideal to awaken the audience to the level of sophistication in the crypto ecosystem, its latest trends, and their impact on the future of finance. As this is a new topic for many audiences, it can be particularly eye-opening and insightful.

    Length: Available in formats from 15 to 60 minutes - Can include videos - Can be tailored for beginners or advanced audiences - Customized length and areas of focus can be tailored upon demand

  • Introduction to Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptoassets

    This presentation, inspired by Henri Arslanian’s fintech and crypto courses at the University of Hong Kong and his latest book, provides the audience with all the essential knowledge they need to understand Bitcoin and the broader digital assets space including: How Bitcoin works, What is crypto mining, The evolution of cryptocurrencies, Types of cryptoassets, ICOs/STOs/IEOs, Crypto exchanges, Crypto funds, Central bank digital currencies, decentralized Finance (DeFi), NFTs, and more. It also reveals the latest global crypto developments – from Facebook’s Libra to central bank digital currencies – and explains their impact on traditional finance.

    This presentation can be delivered as either a keynote or an educational workshop. At the end, the audience will have a good understanding of the how, what, and why of cryptoassets and be able to understand their impact on the future of finance.

    Length: Available in formats from 45 minutes to 3 hours

    • Can include videos
    • Can be tailored for beginners or advanced audiences
    • Customized length and areas of focus can be tailored upon demand

Henri Arslanian Videos

Henri Arslanian - Welcome to the World of Crypto
Henri Arslanian - TEDx
  • How do I book Henri Arslanian to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Henri Arslanian for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Henri Arslanian, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Henri Arslanian or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Henri Arslanian for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Henri Arslanian, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a virtual event is $20,000 - $30,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Henri Arslanian, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Henri Arslanian speak about?

    Henri Arslanian is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Economy, Finance, Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, FinTech, TED, Author, Children's Authors, Hispanic Heritage, Professors and Podcast Host.
  • Where does Henri Arslanian travel from?

    Henri Arslanian generally travels from Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Henri Arslanian?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Henri Arslanian for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Henri Arslanian for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Henri Arslanian or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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