Trump, Cryptocurrency, and the Chinese-American Vote: A Conversation with Coco Kee

In this episode of Back in America, we sit down with Coco Kee, a global leader in blockchain and cryptocurrency, as she shares her remarkable journey from Peking University to Silicon Valley success. Coco, co-founder of Key Global Advisors and host of the Blockchain Asia podcast, recounts how her background in literature and theater enhanced her ability to connect with people and think creatively in the world of startups.
We dive into the dynamics of the 2024 Trump election, the Chinese American vote, and cryptocurrency’s rising influence. Coco offers insights into why Trump has gained surprising support within segments of the Chinese American community and how his pro-crypto stance contrasts with the regulatory challenges faced under the Biden administration.
From her early days as a telemarketer facing rejection to becoming a major voice in the blockchain space, Coco shares how resilience, curiosity, and cultural adaptation shaped her success in America.
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00:00 Video Coco Kee
00:01 Introduction and Guest Background
00:41 Coco Kee's Journey to Cryptocurrency
03:55 The Role of Literature and Theater in Business
05:37 Challenges of Moving to the U.S.
07:30 First Job in the U.S. and Overcoming Obstacles
12:35 Chinese American Vote and Trump
14:09 Chinese Immigrants' Perspectives on U.S. Politics
28:09 Cryptocurrency and U.S. Regulations
34:31 Future of AI and Blockchain