Hamze Fawzi, Founder and Chairman of Assets Advisors Capital (AAC), joins Bitcoin.com News to discuss the growing financial bridge between the Gulf region and Japan, and how institutional infrastructure is shaping the future of crypto.In this episode, Hamze explains why traditional financial systems failed to connect these two major economies—and how blockchain, tokenization, and “capital architecture” are now unlocking new cross-border opportunities. He shares insights into how institutional investors approach risk, governance, and geopolitical events differently from retail participants.The conversation also explores the rise of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, the role of compliant and non-custodial platforms like Mirai X, and why Japan’s leadership in CBDCs and stablecoins could play a key role in the next phase of global finance.From capital flows driven by presence and relationships to the importance of trust and governance structures, this episode provides a deep dive into how institutions are entering Web3.Topics include: institutional crypto adoption, Gulf–Japan finance, RWA tokenization, stablecoins, CBDCs, Web3 infrastructure, capital markets, blockchain regulation, and global crypto trends.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to AAC and Its Role01:07 Impact of Geopolitical Situations on Business03:27 The Bridge Between GCC and Japan05:00 Institutional vs Retail Investment in Crypto07:53 Tokenization of Real World Assets10:07 Decentralized Platforms and Compliance12:37 The Future of Stablecoins14:05 Cultural Insights: GCC and Japan16:23 Building Trust and Governance Structures19:41 The Human Element in Business22:05 Future Plans for AAC

Justin Waldron, founder of Play.fun, joins David Sencil to explore the future of crypto gaming, Web3 game development, and how blockchain technology is reshaping the gaming industry.Recorded at Team Summit in Tokyo, this conversation dives into how frictionless onboarding, fair token launches, and fast, low-cost infrastructure like Solana are enabling a new generation of games. Justin also shares insights on why bear markets produce the strongest builders, how mobile gaming dominates in Asia, and why simpler, casual games may drive the next wave of adoption.They also discuss the role of AI in game creation, the rise of short-form gaming experiences, and how platforms like Play.fun are lowering barriers by removing wallet friction and enabling anonymous access.Topics include: crypto gaming, Web3 games, Solana blockchain, game development, token launches, mobile gaming trends, AI in gaming, and the future of digital entertainment.⏱️ **Chapters:**00:00 – Navigating the Crypto Landscape05:02 – Introducing Play.fun & Open Game Protocol10:02 – The Evolution of Game Development14:54 – The Role of AI in Game Creation20:03 – The Future of Gaming in Japan25:08 – Crypto Meets Gaming29:51 – The Next 12–18 Months