At only 26 years old, Owen Simonin, popularly known by his pseudonym Hasheur, has been a prominent figure in educating the French population about cryptocurrencies through his renowned YouTube channel. Gaining over 624,000 subscribers, Hasheur has introduced countless individuals to the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency.
Simonin believes that France and Europe can play a crucial role in the global crypto market, especially in light of recent crackdowns on the industry by US regulators. He asserts that the US approach is “killing crypto” and has the potential to be self-destructive for the country’s economic growth. On the other hand, this situation may provide an opportunity for Europe and Asia to capture significant portions of the market.
A technology enthusiast from the start, Simonin has established around fifteen companies, including five that specialize in cryptocurrency. He has also invested in approximately a hundred ventures, such as Waltio, NGrave, Helium, and XDefi.
Simonin’s journey into the world of cryptocurrencies began at the age of 18 when he discovered Bitcoin during an internship at his brother’s AI and voice recognition company, Vivoka. The decentralization and inviolable aspect of Bitcoin struck a chord with Simonin, who subsequently invested in the cryptocurrency and later established his YouTube channel as a means to educate others.
Over the years, his channel rapidly gained traction, and in 2017, Simonin and his brother William founded Just Mining, which sold user-friendly crypto miners. The company has since evolved into Meria, a major player in the French crypto market that offers diverse investment solutions.
Despite facing challenges in France, such as dealing with taxes and opening a bank account, Simonin chose to remain in his home country out of gratitude for the opportunities it had given him. This decision proved fruitful, as France is now considered a model for cryptocurrency regulation, providing a clear regulatory framework for businesses in the sector.
Simonin praises the French crypto regulation environment, despite it taking six years to establish, emphasizing the country’s eagerness to be at the forefront of technology and attract innovation. He also noted that the strict rules positively impacted the companies he manages, making them some of the most regulated and compliant businesses in France.
Looking forward, Simonin plans to shift his focus to data and artificial intelligence. He revealed that Vivoka, the voice recognition company founded by his brother in 2015, will soon launch a new project combining data collection for AI and cryptocurrency. As passionate as ever for technological advancements, Simonin remains committed to promoting blockchain awareness and fostering growth in the Crypto sector.
Source: Decrypt
