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Ethereum creator officially becomes a billionaire

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Ethereum creator officially becomes a billionaire

From uni drop out to self-made crypto billionaire, Vitalik Buterin is kicking goals with Ethereum

Vitalik Buterin is a 27-year-old Russian-Canadian who created the virtual currency in 2015 at the age of 19.

Prior to launching the company, Buterin cofounded (and wrote for) Bitcoin Magazine.

Ethereum skyrockets 375 percent

The creator of Ethereum now has around 335,500 ether in his wallet. This equates to more than 1.1 billion dollars, making Buterin a billionaire.

Ether prices have skyrocketed in the first part of 20-21, soaring 375 percent. The crypto now has the second-largest market value.

In late April, the Russian-Canadian programmer donated both 100 Ether and 100 Maker (MKR) tokens to a COVID-19 relief fund for India.

Crypto rises in popularity

The Ethereum cryptocurrency has a market capitalization of $376 billion, second only to bitcoin’s $1.08 trillion. But it’s quickly catching up to the crypto giant.

This places the cryptocurrency as more valuable than Elon Musk’s meme, Dogecoin.

Ether value has surged since the beginning of the year, largely due to the rising popularity of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.

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Crypto disrupts old money

Even the traditional players are beginning to recognise the importance of embracing crypto, including luxury auction house Sotheby.

Sotheby also will be jumping on the crypto bandwagon, saying they’ll accept payments in Bitcoin and Ethereum at an upcoming Banksy auction.

The 277-year-old auction house says that it’s the first of its kind to accept cryptocurrency as payment for a physical piece of art.

“Fittingly, the pairing brings together the biggest disruptor in finance with one of the most notable disruptors in the art world – Banksy,” Sotheby said.

Anthony Lucas is reporter, presenter and social media producer with ticker News. Anthony holds a Bachelor of Professional Communication, with a major in Journalism from RMIT University as well as a Diploma of Arts and Entertainment journalism from Collarts. He’s previously worked for 9 News, ONE FM Radio and Southern Cross Austerio’s Hit Radio Network. 

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Boeing CEO to depart with lucrative exit package despite chaos

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Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun is set to step down from his position at the end of the year, walking away with a substantial payout despite challenges faced during his tenure.

Here are the key points:

  • Massive Payout: Despite Boeing’s stock price plummeting by 43% since Calhoun took over as CEO in 2020, he is poised to receive a $24 million payment upon his departure.

  • Additional Compensation: Calhoun holds options that could potentially earn him an additional $45.5 million if his successor manages to boost Boeing’s share price by 37%.

  • Comparative Compensation: Calhoun’s compensation during his tenure exceeds that of CEOs in similar industries, despite Boeing’s stock underperforming in comparison.

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun’s impending departure at the end of the year has sparked controversy as he stands to walk away with a substantial payout, despite the company’s tumultuous journey under his leadership.

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Despite inheriting a company reeling from the aftermath of two deadly 737 Max crashes, Calhoun’s tenure has been marred by further setbacks, including the recent Alaska Airlines door blowout incident that further tarnished Boeing’s reputation.

Boeing offers CEO $5.3 million incentive to stay through recovery …

With Boeing’s stock price plummeting by 43% during Calhoun’s time at the helm, questions arise about the correlation between executive compensation and company performance, especially in the face of such significant challenges.

‘Raised eyebrows’

Calhoun’s lucrative exit package, valued at $24 million, has raised eyebrows among shareholders and industry observers alike.

Additionally, the potential for Calhoun to earn an additional $45.5 million based on the future performance of Boeing’s shares has intensified scrutiny over executive compensation practices.

This sizable payout contrasts starkly with Boeing’s stock performance, which has significantly underperformed compared to both industry peers and broader market indices, highlighting the dissonance between executive rewards and shareholder value creation.

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It’s been a record year for CEO compensation

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In 2023, Broadcom’s CEO Hock Tan was granted a stock award worth $161 million, propelling him into the realm of highest-paid CEOs.

However, as the company’s share price surged, the value of Tan’s award skyrocketed to approximately $1.3 billion, outpacing even the shareholders’ annual returns.

Tan’s compensation reflects a broader trend among top executives in the tech sector, where awards of restricted stock and stock options surged in value alongside company share prices.

Notably, CEOs like Charles Robbins of Cisco Systems and Shantanu Narayen of Adobe also saw substantial increases in their compensation, doubling in some cases.

The disclosure of such equity growth in executive compensation is a new requirement by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), providing shareholders with insights into the changing value of executives’ awards throughout the year.

CEO pay is on the rise.

New heights

Overall, CEO pay at major S&P 500 companies reached new heights in 2023, rebounding from slower growth in the previous year. The median pay for these CEOs rose to $15.6 million, up from $14.1 million in 2022, reflecting a surge in equity awards.

Broadcom clarified that Tan’s stock award is designed to span five years, with no plans for additional equity grants or cash bonuses during that period.

Tan’s compensation, which amounts to approximately $33 million annually over five years, is contingent upon his continued tenure and specific share price targets.

While the initial valuation of Tan’s restricted shares stood at $160.5 million, the surge in Broadcom’s share price prompted the company to reassess the likelihood of meeting vesting conditions.

This reassessment suggests that Tan may not receive all the shares initially granted.

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Market forecast: weather whirlwinds influencing investments

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Prime conditions for commodity investments arise from global weather shifts, geological tensions, and rising interest rates.

With global weather patterns causing disruptions in traditional supply chains, coupled with geopolitical tensions over natural resource access, and the anticipation of higher interest rates impacting financial markets, the conditions for commodity investments have reached exceptional levels.

Amidst this backdrop, Farrer Capital has emerged as a standout player, leveraging its unique ‘blue ocean’ approach to capitalize on price dislocations and scarce competition in the market.

Mark Wyld from MW Wealth joins the show to share his insights on the inclement weather impacting the market.

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