Easy Cryptos Brent Petersen on the differences between cryptocurrency investing and forex trading

Published: July 24, 2023, 10:24 a.m.

In this episode of What\u2019s Next with Aki Anastasiou, Brent Petersen \u2013 Head of South Africa and Legal Lead at Easy Crypto \u2013 discusses the differences between cryptocurrency investing and forex trading.\n\nPetersen is an admitted attorney and Notary Public of the South African High Court who boasts over nine years of industry experience.\n\nIn this episode of What\u2019s Next, Petersen discusses how interest rates affect the willingness of South Africans to commit to long-term cryptocurrency investments.\n\nHe then outlines the key differences between cryptocurrency investments and forex trading, before unpacking how the stigma surrounding cryptocurrency investments can be destroyed.\n\nPetersen also discusses how at a global level, people between the ages of 18 and 35 are showing an increased willingness to embrace cryptocurrency, and explains whether this is the case in South Africa.\n\nHe concludes the interview by detailing the biggest opportunities for cryptocurrency in the retail space.