In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen HIGHLIGHTS: Adena Friedman - CEO of Nasdaq
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Dec 20, 2024 Adena Friedman, CEO of Nasdaq and a trailblazer in financial technology, discusses Nasdaq's transformation into a global tech leader. She shares insights on the challenges and rewards of leading a major financial institution. Adena dives into the process of going public and the accessibility this offers to everyday investors. She also addresses the concentration of market power among big tech firms and its implications for innovation. Lastly, she highlights the evolution of leadership, emphasizing kindness and empowerment in professional growth.
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Nasdaq's Role
- Nasdaq is a market operator and technology provider.
- It operates markets in Nordics and Baltics, excluding Norway, and provides technology to 130 markets globally.
Nasdaq's Attempt to Acquire the Norwegian Exchange
- Nasdaq attempted a friendly takeover of the Norwegian exchange.
- Another exchange operator succeeded with a less friendly approach.
The Importance of Local Exchanges
- While global capital flows are important, local exchanges benefit local innovators and investors.
- Connecting local exchanges to a global ecosystem is the future of markets.