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How $AFINS takes altFINS platform to the next level

altFINS has launched its native currency, $AFINS, to reward and stimulate the adoption of the altFINS platform. It is part of altFINS’ mission to expand the platform, add new features and scalability to elevate altFINS to the next level.
Since its launch in August 2020, the platform has grown tremendously with a community of tens of thousands of members, which validates its value proposition. The altFINS user base in 2Q-2021 reached over 130,000, up by 300% compared to 1Q-2021. In addition, the platform has attracted users from all parts of the world, showing its global appeal.
Details about the AFINS token sale (both private and public sale) will be announced soon. In the meantime, altFINS plans to expand and enhance the platform in four key areas:
- Analytics – Expand the list of technical indicators, signals, and patterns.
- Marketplace – Integrate third-party data sources, such as social media sentiment, fundamental data, research, and more.
- Trading & Portfolio – Expand exchange and wallet integrations, portfolio, P&L, advanced trading order types, and algo trading.
- Mobile – Launch a lite mobile app with patterns, curated charts, alerts, and news.
There are currently an estimated 221 million crypto investors worldwide. And this number is growing rapidly, especially in recent months, indicating that crypto adoption reached a tipping point in 2021. Although digital asset popularity is growing, there is still a lack of robust tools for analytics and asset tracking, which means that active traders struggle to find and execute profitable trading opportunities.
The vision of the company is to bring efficiency into the investment process in the digital assets space by covering the entire workflow, from:
- pre-trade analysis (investment idea generation, technical indicators, fundamental data, screening, charting, alerts, news, research); to
- trade execution across exchanges; and
- post-trade analysis (asset tracking, P&L, NAV, risk analysis, etc.)
The AFINS utility token is the backbone of the altFINS ecosystem. $AFINS is designed to reward the altFINS community and recognize them for their loyalty while creating new opportunities for engagement on the altFINS platform. Users get rewarded in $AFINS for activating their accounts, creating content, making referrals, learning about the platform, and trading through partner exchanges.
The $AFINS Token will also have a variety of utility-based uses. Apart from being a native currency on the altFINS platform, $AFINS token holders get priority access to new platform features, including automated trading algos, education webinars, etc. Additional benefits include discounts on subscriptions, exclusive rewards, and other valuable opportunities on the platform.
altFINS team believes that the launch of the $AFINS Token will further accelerate the timeline for product enhancements and user adoption. Raising funds through $AFINS will enable the company to perfect its innovative suite of trading tools for crypto traders to analyze and track digital assets more efficiently and profitably. Furthermore, by incentivizing the community with $AFINS, we can encourage contribution and use of the platform. That will consequently increase the awareness and utility of the altFINS platform, further benefiting our community.
Richard Fetyko, CEO and Founder of altFINS, said: “We built the altFINS platform out of frustration with the lack of robust tools to identify trading ideas and strategies in the altcoins market. A solid technological foundation has been laid and tens of thousands of traders are already benefiting. However, we realize that to take this platform to the next level, we have to tap into the collective wisdom of a broader crypto trading community. The launch of our native AFINS token is the first step in achieving that goal. It will provide the incentive structure for the community to adopt the platform, contribute content, promote it, and provide feedback, all of which should further enhance the value to the entire user base. Join us on this journey!”
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HODL 2025 opens in Dubai, advancing the Emirates’ position as a global financial innovation hub

HODL 2025, organised by Trescon, the world’s longest-running Web3 event, officially opened today at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi).
The prestigious two-day event follows the Dubai FinTech Summit that commenced on 12th May. During the Summit’s opening ceremony, His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), announced the launch of the inaugural Dubai Future Finance Week, scheduled for 2026. This flagship initiative will bring together major financial events—including Dubai FinTech Summit, Future Sustainability Forum, Private Capital Forum, Seamless Middle East, HODL Summit, and Dubai Future District Fund AGM—under a unified theme: “Pioneering tomorrow’s financial landscape: Innovation, sustainability, and global connectivity.”
“Being part of the upcoming Dubai Future Finance Week reflects our commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration in the Web3 space,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman, Trescon. “We are proud to contribute to Dubai’s vision of becoming a global financial powerhouse.”

Crypto Rulebook: Toward Global Standards
A day 1 highlight was the expert panel “Crypto rulebook: Global best practices and regulatory measures”, moderated by Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, Dubai Digital Asset Association. Speakers included:
- Dyma Budorin, CEO, Hacken
- Samir Safar-Aly, MENA FinTech Association
- Erwin Voloder, European Blockchain Association
- Belal Jassoma, DMCC
“We want to have the best ecosystem for entrepreneurs to run their business.” — Dyma Budorin
“Regulations need to catch up and work together.” — Samir Safar-Aly
The discussion emphasized the need for global regulatory coherence and innovation-friendly compliance frameworks.

Insuring Web3: A $6 Trillion Opportunity
Another standout session, “Insuring the Future of Crypto: Bridging Risk & Innovation in the Digital Asset Economy”, spotlighted the crucial role of insurance in de-risking digital finance.
“Insurance has been a bedrock component of sustainability; it is a $6 trillion market.” — Joseph Ziolkowski
The panel explored how risk-aligned insurance solutions are key to unlocking institutional trust and long-term ecosystem resilience.
During his session, Cristian Ulloa, Co-Founder & CEO of Liquid Loans, Platinum sponsor of HODL 2025, shared valuable strategies for building wealth in crypto while steering clear of common pitfalls that lead to crypto regret.
Global Leaders on the HODL Stage
Day 1 also featured other prominent speakers sharing insights across DeFi, tokenisation, compliance, and blockchain banking including:
- Corbin Fraser, CEO, Bitcoin.com
- Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, Binance
- Gracy Chen, CEO, Bitget
- Rifad Mahasneh, CEO MENA, OKX
- Robert Crossley, Global Head, Franklin Templeton
- Joseph Ziolkowski, CEO, Relm Insurance
View the full speaker lineup and agenda:
Ecosystem Support: HODL 2025 @ponsors and exhibitors
Sponsors:
Platinum: Liquid Loans.io
After Party: Coinvoyage
Gold: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Gofaizen & Sherle
Silver: Facephi
Bronze: Skygate Network, FMCPay, Pays Solutions, PEP
Exhibitors: SWAG42, Thesaurum, Travel Swap, Any2Pay
Startup Pods: Scintilla, Boston Trading Co, Ace Capital, vbanq
Top Media Partners Covering HODL 2025
HODL 2025 is proudly backed by leading media outlets amplifying its global reach:
- Official Media Partner: CNN Business Arabic
- Exclusive Media Partner: Khaleej Times
- Ecosystem Partner: Entrepreneur Middle East
- Business Media Partner: Arabian Business
- Digital PR Partner: ZEX PR Wire
These partnerships ensure HODL 2025 headlines the conversation on Web3, innovation, and the decentralised future.
About HODL
HODL, born from the legacy of the iconic World Blockchain Summit (WBS) and organised by Trescon, is the world’s longest running blockchain event series with 29 global editions across cities like Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. Since 2017, HODL has served as a platform for blockchain deal-making, innovation, and connecting disruptive projects with investors, enterprises, and governments. Join HODL Dubai on May 14-15, 2025, to engage with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge blockchain developments, and secure your place at the forefront of Web3 innovation.
For more information visit https://hodlsummit.com/
Media Contact:
Shadi Dawy
Shadi@tresconglobal.com
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Global Crypto Leaders to Converge in Dubai for Historic 30th Edition of HODL

- 5,000+ global leaders, investors, and innovators to gather in Dubai for the world’s longest-running Web3 and crypto summit.
- Agenda spotlights tokenisation, decentralised finance, modular blockchain, and AI-powered infrastructure.
- UAE Regional Round of the Startup World Cup, in partnership with Pegasus Tech Ventures, to offer blockchain start-ups a shot at $1M in investment at global finals.
The landmark 30th edition of the HODL (Formerly World Blockchain Summit), the world’s longest-running Crypto & Web3 Summit series is set to return to Dubai on 14-15 May 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah. HODL will bring together over 5,000 attendees, including policymakers, regulators, institutional investors, technological innovators, and entrepreneurs to drive critical conversations and partnerships shaping the future of decentralised finance, asset tokenisation, and AI-powered infrastructure.
Organised by Trescon and building on the legacy of the World Blockchain Summit, HODL has hosted 29 editions across key global hubs, including Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. This milestone event in Dubai cements its position as a leading global platform for blockchain innovation and strategic collaboration.

“HODL has become the definitive platform for blockchain innovation in the Middle East and beyond. This 30th edition marks a turning point as institutional adoption meets breakthrough tech. We’re proud to drive the conversations shaping the future of decentralisation,” said Mohammed Saleem, Founder & Chairman of Trescon.
HODL will spotlight cutting-edge developments driving the crypto and Web3 ecosystem — including real-world asset tokenization, advancements in modular blockchain infrastructure, the next wave of DeFi innovation, evolving regulatory frameworks, and enhanced security protocols for digital assets. These trends are accelerating global momentum toward institutional and enterprise blockchain adoption.
Featuring a powerhouse line-up of speakers including:
- Corbin Fraser, Chief Executive Officer, Bitcoin.com
- Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU, Binance
- Gracy Chen, Chief Executive Officer, Bitget
- Rifad Mahasneh, Chief Executive Officer MENA, OKX
- Robert Crossley, Global Head of Industry and Digital Advisory Services, Franklin Templeton
- Joseph Ziolkowski, Chief Executive officer, Relm Insurance
- Viktor Fischer, Managing Partner, RockawayX
- Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer, BingX
- Luther Maday, Global Head of Payments, Algorand Foundation
- Dyma Budorin, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Hacken Click here to see full list of speakers.
“HODL 2025 is where the future of Web3 and crypto innovation takes shape. I am thrilled to collaborate with pioneers shaping this exciting digital revolution,” stated Corbin Fraser, CEO of Bitcoin.com.

Talking about the opportunity, Nils Andersen-Röed, Global Head of FIU at Binance remarked,
“Excited to share insights on blockchain and connect with leaders driving GameFi, NFTs, and Web3 advancements at HODL 2025.“
In a significant development for the region’s innovation landscape, HODL has partnered with Pegasus Tech Ventures to host the UAE Regional Round of the Startup World Cup,
offering emerging blockchain ventures a chance to pitch for a place at the global finals and compete for a $1 million investment. Pegasus has invested in over 260 companies, with 71 exits and 22 IPOs, providing a formidable launchpad for start- up growth.
HODL 2025 provides its attendees unprecedented access to more than 500 institutional investors, creating opportunities for strategic collaborations with
industry leaders, regulatory authorities, enterprise organisations, and government officials. This environment is optimally structured for capital formation, strategic insight development, and institutional partnerships.
Reflecting the growing influence of blockchain in global finance, HODL is backed by leading sponsors and ecosystem partners including:
- Platinum Sponsor – Liquid Loans
- After Party Sponsor- Coinvoyage
- Gold Sponsors – Tata Consultancy Services | Gofaizen & Sherle
- Silver Sponsor – Facephi
- Bronze Sponsors – Skygate Network | FMCPAY | Pays.Solutions | P2P
With the strategic support of over 60 global media and listing partners, participating organisations will achieve significant visibility across international platforms. CNN Business Arabic serves as the Official Media Partner, with Khaleej Times as Exclusive Media Partner, and ZEX PR WIRE as the Official Digital PR Distribution Partner.
For more information, visit: https://hodlsummit.com/dubai2025/ For further enquiries, contact:
Shadi Dawi
Sr. Director – PR, Comms., & Media
M: +971 55 498 4989 | E: shadi@tresconglobal.com
About HODL
HODL, born from the legacy of the iconic World Blockchain Summit (WBS) and organised by Trescon, is the world’s longest-running blockchain event series with 29 global editions across cities like Dubai, Singapore, and Bangkok. Since 2017, HODL has served as a platform for blockchain deal-making, innovation, and connecting disruptive projects with investors, enterprises, and governments.
Join HODL Dubai on May 14-15, 2025, to engage with industry leaders, explore cutting-edge blockchain developments, and secure your place at the forefront of Web3 innovation.
Visit https://hodlsummit.com/dubai2025/ for more details and ticket information.
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Camp Network, the Autonomous IP Layer 1 Blockchain, Launches its K2 Public Testnet

Following a Successful $30M Fundraise, Camp Launches K2 Public Testnet and Summit Series Campaign
Camp Network today announced the launch of its K2 public testnet for its Autonomous IP Layer 1 blockchain, alongside the Summit Series ecosystem campaign where users can traverse through live applications on Camp.
Summit Series offers users the unique chance to explore and engage with Camp’s growing ecosystem by completing onchain quests through a customized campsite frontend experience. The first set of decentralized apps are live for its Phase 1 launch, with dozens more rolling out in the coming months leading up to Camp’s anticipated mainnet release later this year. Camp’s ecosystem partners collectively reach over 5 million users and creative works, offering contributors a pathway to shape the future of onchain IP.
“We invite the community to join us as we hike toward the mainnet summit,” said James Chi, Co-Founder of Camp Network. “This is a chance to help shape the future of AI-native creativity and onchain IP provenance via live applications on Camp.”
The public testnet follows Camp’s recent $30M in total fundraising, including a Series A round co-led by 1kx and Blockchain Capital. Powered by its Proof of Provenance protocol, Camp enables users to register and tokenize their intellectual property onchain, train and deploy AI agents, and earn transparent, enforceable royalties from downstream usage. Camp’s architecture supports gasless IP registration, automated licensing and isolated execution environments optimized for agent-based workflows. It’s built to serve a new class of developers, creators and AI-native applications.
“The Summit Series kicks off a pivotal first step for our ecosystem partners. Each team has invested an incredible amount of work, and I’m excited for them to showcase what they’ve built to our community and beyond,” said Drew Rasansky, Head of Ecosystem at Camp Network.
Camp Network is more than a blockchain — it’s a foundation for a more equitable internet, where creative work is protected, attributed and monetized transparently. Across any form of IP including art, music, film, data and videos, Camp enables collaboration between human creativity and intelligent systems, all backed by verifiable provenance.
To learn more about Camp Network, visit campnetwork.xyz. To join the Summit Series, visit testnet.campnetwork.xyz
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