It was a pleasure to host Emilie Raffo, co-Founder of Chain Security, on the HFR Podcast to discuss security on blockchain and DeFi protocols. Emilie is a subject expert and a best-selling author in Switzerland. We also discuss whether AI can enhance smart contracts and its role in evolving cyber threats. Key Takeaways – Understanding blockchain security now and for the future – Smart contracts are self-executing contracts written for blockchain protocols – DeFi poses unique risks, including technical and economic vulnerabilities, some of which are mitigated by audits –?AI tools cannot replace human oversight and instead are mostly used by scammers and hackers to aid in social engineering – Trust in blockchain is contingent on the security of the surrounding ecosystem – Education in computer science is vital for innovation in blockchain security – The mechanics of money laundering and the dark economy in crypto You can listen to the podcast episode from our website (linked below), our YouTube channel, and on Spotify. https://lnkd.in/gpvCSxMS
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HFR Indices are globally recognized as the leading benchmarks of hedge fund performance by the world's top hedge fund investors, sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and financial institutions, which have a combined total global client asset base in excess of $48 trillion. With performance dating back to 1990, the HFRI Fund Weighted Composite Index is the industry's most widely used standard benchmark of hedge fund performance. The HFR suite of research and analysis products leverage decades of data to provide current, comprehensive, and relevant reference points on all facets of the hedge fund industry. Consulting services are available for clients seeking customized top-level or more nuanced analysis.
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Today marks the launch of HFR's expanded Blockchain/Cryptocurrency classification system, including new Indices and 11 sub-strategies. AUM of Blockchain funds listed in the HFR Database has increased almost 50% in the previous 12 months. Hedge fund managers are also seeing a rise in interest among institutional investors for investment in digital assets. Visit HFR.com to learn more about the Indices or?click here?to download the report outlining the exciting updates.
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New from HFR:?Watch?CNBC: Crypto World?on Monday and check in at?www.HFR.com?to learn more about the exciting expansion to HFR’s Cryptocurrency/Blockchain Indices.
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Global markets were mixed in February as investors adjusted to potential trade tariff impacts. US stocks dropped, led by tech, while European and Asian markets gained. Hedge funds performed well, with the HFRX Global Hedge Fund Index up +0.28%, driven by Relative Value and Macro strategies. However, cryptocurrencies and most commodities saw declines, with natural gas and gold posting gains. Click the link below to hear more insights and commentary on the HFRX Indices February 2025 performance update. https://lnkd.in/g-wyMRXj
HFRX Indices February 2025 Performance Update | HFR (Hedge Fund Research, Inc.)
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Here's a clip of the HFR Podcast February episode - Amir Husain is an entrepreneur, CEO, AI technologist, and author based in Austin, Texas. With multiple industrial and defense AI companies to his name, he is a recipient of Austin’s Top Entrepreneur award and has been included in UT Austin’s CNS Hall of Honor, as well as Austin’s 40 Under 40. Amir joins us to talk about the expected growth and change in AI in the next 12-18 months, and how AI technology can improve human welfare and create solutions for global issues today with technologies of freedom. You can learn more about Amir and read highlights of this interview in the HFR Media Newsletter and download an interview transcript on our website at https://lnkd.in/gA6mh9Zw.
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Follow the link below to listen to HFR President, Kenneth J. Heinz featured on Max Wiethe podcast where they discussed record high AUM in the hedge fund industry.
Hedge fund industry AUM just hit a record $4.5 trillion! Kenneth J. Heinz, President at leading hedge fund industry index and database provider HFR joins Other People's Money to discuss the trends driving that growth. ? Strong inflows for managers <$100m ? Robust demand for multi-managers ? Growth of crypto HF strategies ? Expanded retail access Watch/listen to the full interview ?? Spotify: bit.ly/3EIDI2U Apple: bit.ly/3X4xa4Z YouTube: bit.ly/41jviHT
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Click the link below to hear insights and commentary on the Q4 HFR Global Hedge Fund Industry Report https://lnkd.in/grkvUJ4X
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Hedge fund assets surge to record as Trump Administration takes office. Total global hedge fund capital ended the year at an estimated $4.51 trillion, an increase of $53.5 billion over the prior quarter and $401.4 billion for the full year. To read more follow the link: https://lnkd.in/ghc8Hue6
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The latest episode of the HFR Podcast has dropped! Featuring Peter Berezin, Chief Global Strategist at BCA Research. We discuss Peter's forecast for what's in store for the global and U.S. economy in 2025. Visit our webpage to view this episode from your computer, https://lnkd.in/gA6mh9Zw You can also listen on Spotify on the go! Click this link to open the interview in your Spotify app: https://lnkd.in/gVMkk8wW
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