Embarking on a mission to merge the realms of energy and finance, Mostafa Bel Khayate stands at the forefront of two global revolutions. As a seasoned Finance Expert and the innovative mind behind HYDROKKEN, his name has become synonymous with cutting-edge transformations in the field of natural hydrogen and financial asset tokenization. With a career spanning over three decades in the financial and banking sectors, Mostafa’s insights offer a rare glimpse into the future of these rapidly evolving industries.
In our exclusive interview, Mostafa draws upon his extensive professional experience to share his fervent belief in the transformative power of natural hydrogen as a clean energy source and the emergence of ‘tokens’ as the new frontier in financial assets. He delves into the genesis of his trailblazing project HYDROKKEN, revealing the inspiration that sparked its creation, the formidable challenges encountered along the way, and the innovative solutions his team is pioneering to drive participation in these revolutionary spheres.
Beginnings First
We started the interview by asking, “Which career path led you to where you are today? What inspired you to develop the idea of your project?”
Mostafa Bel Khayate replied:
““I am an investment professional and commodities expert with over 35 years of experience in the financial and banking sectors. Throughout my career, I have gained considerable experience in private portfolio management, particularly in the area of commodities.
I have worked for major financial institutions such as Credit Suisse and Edmond de Rothschild. I have also had the opportunity to create investment funds and devise new concepts and architectures in the field of international finance, especially in gold. In addition to my professional endeavors, I have served as an expert and columnist for media outlets like CNBC and Bloomberg. More recently, I developed a YouTube channel where I share trading tips and training with 350,000 subscribers.
In 2021, I founded and contributed to the creation of a Decision Support System powered by Artificial Intelligence, which incorporates some of my algorithms and financial indicators. This system is the first Fintech in the Arab and African world to receive regulation in the USA, achieving spectacular results and profits.”
Mostafa Bel Khayate continued:
“As a financial expert in commodities, and particularly because I specialize in ‘futures’ (long-term standardized contracts and financial assets), I am keen on anticipation and forecasting. Thus, in my explorations of alternatives to fossil fuel markets, such as oil, I became interested in natural hydrogen quite some time ago. Years ago, I even invested in what is considered the world’s first and largest ‘deposit’ of natural hydrogen, uniquely characterized by its self-regenerating capacity.
I told myself that this was a historic opportunity when people realize the necessity of an energy revolution.
More recently, thanks to digital technology (especially blockchain), new forms of financial assets and their transmission have emerged, leading to a reorganization of market players by bringing them closer to the owners and beneficiaries. This shift aims to limit traditional banking and financial intermediaries as much as possible while ensuring a very high level of security. Tokens are one such form that is currently popular and developing to support another revolution: that of finance and investment.
It’s incredibly exciting. I began by asking myself how I could take part in these two ongoing revolutions, recognizing the urgency to do so.”
Evolving Situation
To pick up on this statement of urgency and to learn more about the priorities of Mostafa Bel Khayate’s venture, we asked, “Why do you now think there is a current interest in these subjects and subsequently your project?”
Mostafa Bel Khayate replied:
“The current situation alone explains and justifies my project. How can we be blind to the climate emergency? It’s a topic that all media are discussing. Recent publications underscore the global concern over climate change due to human activities, primarily the burning of fossil fuels. We are in an anxiety-inducing situation. We find ourselves in a rapidly changing world, one hurtling towards an alarming future where energy resources are depleting and pollution is overwhelming the world’s most densely populated cities. Humanity faces an immense challenge, one that we must address and overcome before it’s too late.
Consider this: more than 940 million people lack access to electricity, and our oil reserves are projected to be exhausted by 2052, with gas reserves following by 2060. Pollution is seeping into our water sources, the air we breathe, and our homes, increasing cancer risks and chronic diseases. It is imperative that we come together to protect the well-being of all humanity.
Hydrogen is regarded as a clean energy source that could reduce greenhouse gas emissions, especially in transportation, industry, and energy sectors. However, its sustainability is contingent upon the methods of production, as fossil fuel-based production results in CO2 emissions. Cleaner methods, such as water electrolysis powered by renewable energy, are being advocated. Some argue for the recognition of natural hydrogen as an eco-friendly and economically viable solution, urging support for its strategic, economic, and ecological advantages.”
Mostafa Bel Khayate continued:
“Many operators are expressing their interest in natural hydrogen, known as ‘White Hydrogen’ in Europe and ‘Natural Hydrogen’ in the United States, with a focus on a unique source of ‘Unlimited Geological Hydrogen.’ They argue that while industrial hydrogen production is innovative, it carries a significant carbon footprint and higher production costs compared to natural hydrogen.
Experts like Isabelle Moretti and Alain Prinzhofer are highlighted for advocating natural hydrogen as a viable energy transition with a near-zero carbon footprint. They note a revolution in the field, with major energy companies such as Shell, BP, and Chevron joining a consortium to explore geological hydrogen. In Africa, companies like Hydroma are already exploiting natural hydrogen sources.
The European Investment Bank has appraised the hydrogen market in Africa to be worth trillions of dollars, and influential individuals like Bill Gates are taking an interest in this sector. Various countries, including France, Germany, Japan, and Saudi Arabia, are heavily investing in hydrogen technologies as a key component of their decarbonization strategies and energy ambitions.”
Stand-Out Factors
We were intrigued to learn about the current interests that make Mostafa Bel Khayate’s venture unique from the competition. We asked, ‘What makes your project stand out from all the other projects?”
Mostafa Bel Khayate replied:
“First of all, where is the competition for my project? Currently, there is none.
I would like to point out that the strengths of my project are quite unique because no one else is proposing this type of project. The only exceptions are the operators themselves, who are responsible for exploration and prospecting. However, that is neither the business nor the aim of my project, which is an alliance between finance, the economy, and ecology.
Secondly, I can inform you that a significant natural hydrogen deposit was recently discovered in France, and another in Australia.
Nevertheless, the Canadian company HYDROMA Inc. – the foundation of my project – is about fifteen years ahead in the field, both in terms of exploration and exploitation techniques and in human resources.
Today, HYDROMA Inc. manages the world’s largest natural hydrogen deposit, which has the unique characteristic of being dynamically and naturally renewed – unlike deposits that are, in principle, finite: a strategic advantage of a resource that never runs out.
Furthermore, HYDROMA Inc. has signed agreements with ECOWAS, Mexico, Canada, and other countries for the national and international development and utilization of natural hydrogen.”
Mostafa Bel Khayate continued:
“As of 2023, the official valuation of the Canadian company exceeds 8 billion Canadian dollars, undeniably positioning it as the next world leader in the production and distribution of natural hydrogen.
In 2019, I published an article on LinkedIn explaining why you should buy the stock at 10.80 Canadian dollars, providing both fundamental and technical reasons. Indeed, the share price has risen from 10.80 to 24.05 Canadian dollars, and I have demonstrated why it could catapult to 42 Canadian dollars. As expected, and now in August 2023, HYDROMA Inc. is valued at 46 Canadian dollars.
Thus, I believe I have anticipated things well, and the facts so far are proving me right. I see no apparent reason why this trend shouldn’t continue and why the company shouldn’t keep on growing. It’s the way of the world!”
Valuable Insights
Risks are an inevitable part of any business or project. So, we asked: “What key factors do you think will be useful in measuring the success of your project in comparison?”
Mostafa Bel Khayate replied:
“Indeed, the world and life are inherently uncertain, but several things are certain: Natural hydrogen represents the future of the energy transition, just as tokenization represents the future of financial asset ownership, whether in the form of shares or bonds.
Regarding natural hydrogen, numerous world-renowned experts have confirmed the technological, economic, and ecological advantages of natural hydrogen. Major nations are eager to secure their place in this market, as are the largest companies, who, after years of anticipation, are now convinced of this historic opportunity. I am not the only one saying this. Anyone can spend a few minutes researching and reading on the internet to verify this for themselves.
Regarding tokenization, an official report by Deloitte published in June 2021 suggests that this industry could become one of the main drivers of the world economy within the next decade, with a potential growth of 40%. It is, therefore, crucial for anyone interested to be among the pioneers.
Moreover, HYDROMA Inc.’s value is continually rising due to its unique position in the burgeoning natural and green hydrogen markets, currently valued at over 8 billion Canadian dollars.
That is why, based on my portfolio of HYDROMA shares, we decided to tokenize derivatives of HYDROMA Inc. shares and use blockchain technology to democratize financial participation in this premier clean and renewable energy project.
This token represents a fraction of the economic rights derived from a HYDROMA share.
To turn this vision into reality, I partnered with Brickken, one of the leading tokenization platforms in the world, built on the reliable Ethereum technology, which can host, trade, and secure your token.
Thus, HYDROKKEN was born: a token that grants partial rights derived from a HYDROMA share.
In doing so, I have managed to merge the pursuit of the clean energy revolution with a new, democratic, fluid, and secure concept of finance. This prospect is intriguing and exciting for anyone interested in joining me by subscribing to HYDROKKEN tokens.”
Long-Term Plans We Asked Mostafa Bel Khayate
Our last question was, “What are your long-term goals for your project? How do you plan to remain competitive in the evolving business?”
Mostafa Bel Khayate replied:
“However, I don’t believe you should rush to take your profits too quickly; remember those who thought it was wise to cash in their profits when bitcoin reached $100.
My advice is to remain the owner of your HYDROKKENs in order to continue participating in the derivative benefits as a shareholder of HYDROMA Inc. through our tokenization legal structure. In this way, the interested party can calmly receive dividends corresponding to the HYDROKKENs in their personal portfolio and allow the valuation of this unique and historic opportunity to increase. Who knows how high it could go?
I am optimistic that natural hydrogen will soon become an indispensable energy source, and it will be feasible to expand the share portfolio as a basis for new tokens.”
Mostafa Bel Khayate concluded:
“In conclusion, I’m pleased to have undertaken this project, which took months of preparation and officially launched on October 17, opening the door to those who wish to join me.
In my view, this represents the best investment opportunity of my 35 years in the profession.”
Connect with Mostafa Bel Khayate on LinkedIn or YouTube
Visit https://hydrokken.com/ to know more about Mostafa’s project.
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