Crypto boss eyes 2nd act after collapse of Network School
Crypto investor Jeff Yew is considering establishing his own technology campus at Forest City, with a 'Malaysia first' approach.
Johor, Malaysia – A Malaysian crypto investor, Jeff Yew, is considering transforming an abandoned technology campus into a new hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. Yew, formerly the head of Binance Australia, is eyeing the Forest City project, a USD 100 billion development on a man-made island. The project, once led by Balaji Srinivasan’s Network School, struggled to live up to its futuristic expectations.
The school closed last month after a dispute over immigration rules involving Israeli students. Yew, who now heads Monochrome Asset Management, wants to create a Malaysia-first technology campus, potentially breathing new life into the area and Malaysia's broader technology ambitions. His vision would differ from Srinivasan's, with a focus on nurturing both local and overseas talent.
The goal is to make Johor a digital hub for AI, blockchain, and computer science. Srinivasan's grand plans also included expanding the campus and creating boats between Malaysia and Singapore. However, the campus is still a long way from becoming a reality.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Crypto boss eyes 2nd act after collapse of Network School freemalaysiatoday.com
- Crypto boss eyes second act for Malaysia’s Forest City after closure of Network School straitstimes.com
