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21/02/2020

“I’m neither here nor there on ” said Elon Musk last month.

He expands on his views in a recent Third Row Tesla Podcast, and it seems the Tesla CEO sees the need for legal and illegal crypto transactions to coexist. He also doesn’t believe that can ever fully become a store of value like gold.

More on his views here: http://bit.ly/313lAJ7

Do you agree with Musk?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently shared his mixed feelings regarding the future of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies during an interview with the Third Row Tesla Podcast.

20/02/2020

If you’ve got the project in mind, but don’t have the resources available, we can help.

We offer the deployment of world-class, on-demand technology specialists, delivering either individual or multiple contract resources. So, no matter the size of the project, Oakmont can source the talent that you need.

Find out more about us: https://www.oakmontconsulting.co.uk/services

19/02/2020

Deana Burke is the founder of Gracias, a startup that aims to get women, teens, and people from diverse backgrounds involved in Bitcoin.

Not only does Deana offer information on Bitcoin, but she’s determined to show how it can change lives. She believes that those who were never offered an opportunity to be a part of the wealth conversation should soon be able to.

An interesting read here: http://bit.ly/318fpDx

Deana is the founder of Gracias, a startup with a mission to share Bitcoin with young women, teens, and people from diverse backgrounds. She's also incredible at explaining complex concepts like cryptocurrency to even the least tech-savvy people.

18/02/2020

Within each customer sector, we provide game-changing talent encompassing the following job categories: software development, consulting and software houses, quantitative trading, BI, data, and analytics.

We’ve got you covered when it comes to recruiting outstanding talent.

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17/02/2020

Your wallet may be full of cards from multiple different banks, but they have one thing in common: Visa or Mastercard. If there’s any such thing as a global currency, they’re defining it.

And yet...most people don’t give this a second thought; don’t realise that that Visa and Mastercard take a small cut from each transaction.

This article explains why that’s important: http://bit.ly/36AekWf

These two stocks created a “global currency.” $13 trillion flowed through their networks last year. That’s 24X more than Bitcoin processed in 2019.

14/02/2020

I’m sure all of you are aware of Visa’s purchase of Plaid for $5.3 billion. Such an acquisition is great news for fintech in 2020; there’s a growing appetite for investments.

What other trends in this sector indicate a brilliant decade for fintech?

This article outlines some: http://bit.ly/2RAEWC5

This month marked one of the largest fintech acquisitions of all times, Visa’s purchase of Plaid for $5.3 billion. It is a validation of fintech in a literal sense and may also be a bellwether for the year: 2020 may be the year for fintech. Four important and interlocking trends will drive this.

13/02/2020

We build employer relationships with the organisations that show that they care.

It’s vital to us that we connect talent with employers that show us that they are committed to a visible and rewarding career path; that they reward, motivate, and inspire; that they champion equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace.

Only the best here at Oakmont: https://www.oakmontconsulting.co.uk/

12/02/2020

The technology landscape is ever-changing – and has brought with it fears that humans would lose jobs to bots.

The truth is, however, that a whole new world of opportunities is being opened up (yes, humans, for you!).

An exciting decade ahead: http://bit.ly/315vKZy

The most critical change agent.

11/02/2020

"In a short period of time Oakmont have already proven to be one of the best performing recruitment companies for our company. They are extremely professional, responsive and were very thorough in taking the time to understand our business, culture and what we really look for in a candidate." - Global Hedge Fund-HR Manager

Don’t just take our word for it when we say we deliver results. Check out our many testimonials that prove that we mean it.

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10/02/2020

This article opens with the old adage that says dinosaurs are too slow, allowing more agile creatures to get ahead. Traditional banking is no longer at the top of the food chain – despite the powerful allies that big banks might have.

So, what are the winning tactics in the financial sector, and who will come out top trumps?

More here: http://bit.ly/2RZMVYv

Cryptocurrency and peer-to-peer lending are helping upend norms in consumer finance.

07/02/2020

A survey by the World Economic Forum found that only 28% of the millennial and Gen Z generations trust their banks to be fair and honest. Something needs to give.

And while innovation in banking can be difficult, it’s necessary. Some are optimistic about the future of fintech, supposing that some time in the future, every company may have a fintech ‘arm’ or element.

Read more here: http://bit.ly/2GvEsa3

This is an abbreviated version of a presentation I gave live at the a16z Summit in November 2019. You can watch a video version on YouTube. In the not-too-distant future, I believe nearly every com…

06/02/2020

Whether you’re looking for long-term hire or shorter-term interim and -related resources, we provide a range of flexible talent acquisition solutions – tailored to suit your company’s needs.

The best for the best businesses, here at Oakmont: http://bit.ly/2rjBbXD

05/02/2020

Gold is a universal currency – it can be used in warfare, for example. That’s why governments still hoards it.

Do governments hoard bitcoin? Will they ever do so?

This article explores the intricacies of the differing dynamics of both bitcoin and gold: http://bit.ly/2sR5168

Bitcoin might be the new gold, but gold is not like bitcoin. Here's why.

04/02/2020

Our agile talent acquisition strategy makes a remarkable difference, here at Oakmont.

We’re trusted advisors to both fledgling and mature Fintech companies – offering creative acquisition strategies, resource planning, market intelligence, and best practice on how to maximise your time, effort, and ROI.

Together we can identify the best technology talent for your business.

Find out more: http://bit.ly/2QbLTrn

03/02/2020

A month into 2020 already! There’s value in looking back, so here’s an article citing the ‘winners and losers’ of Fintech in 2019.

Facebook’s featuring on the ‘losers’ list. What do you think?

Read it here: http://bit.ly/2PMtmTv

As we approach the end of the 2019, it’s a good time to look back and reflect on who won and lost—or more accurately, who’s winning and losing—in the world of fintech.

31/01/2020

The Bridge China-UK Conference 2020 is happening on the 27th of February in London!

This fantastic conference will explore the unique tech landscape with talks from expert speakers, and present organisations on both sides of the bridge with networking opportunities.

For more on the agenda and how to attend, follow the link: http://bit.ly/2tIrGC9

The only conference dedicated to fintech investments and business trade deals between Greater China and the UK.

30/01/2020

When we form partnerships with businesses, we ensure that they have a commitment to a visible and rewarding career path for candidates that we recommend.

We also highly value a diverse and inclusive workplace, with a welcoming company culture, as well as an EVP that rewards, motivates, and inspires.

Only the best, for the best, here at Oakmont: http://bit.ly/2ZcDAQr

29/01/2020

For many, is the poster child for the new way of holding money – but is it really a substitute for traditional hard currencies? Is Bitcoin still merely a trading tool and not a stable asset?

This article explores how far Bitcoin can be considered a currency, and what the charts are saying about it now.

An interesting read here: http://bit.ly/2tKPuFD

Before you get all defensive about how amazing Bitcoin is, and tell me how out of touch I am, hear me out. I do see the role of blockchain technology in the global economy going forward.