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In this special episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Ashton Hettiarachi, the founder and product architect of Openmesh. Ashton delves into the risks of centralized data held by tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft. He provides illuminating examples, such as the reliance on inaccurate data for national security decisions, and discusses the benefits of decentralized protocols. Ashton also shares his early experiences in the domain space and the evolution of the tech scene in Dubai and Australia. The conversation highlights Openmesh's mission to create a decentralized data and computing infrastructure, comparing it to a tornado VM. Tune in to learn about the challenges, potential, and future of decentralized cloud infrastructure, and how it can transform industries from healthcare to finance. Featuring collaborations with companies like Chainlink, this is an episode that promises to blow your mind!
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Join Stephen Sargeant, host of the Around The Coin Podcast, for an in-depth conversation with Annelise Osborne, Chief Business Officer at Kadena and author of 'From Hoodies to Suits.' In this episode, Annelise shares her journey from commercial mortgage-backed securities to the world of blockchain technology. Learn about the impact of the 2008 financial crisis, the revolution of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in traditional finance, and the exciting projects underway at Kadena. Don't miss her insights on the merging worlds of traditional and digital finance, and her new book exploring the important collaboration between experienced financial professionals and tech innovators.
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Join your host Stephen Sargeant in an in-depth conversation with Anthony Fernandez, Head of BizDev and Sales at ICONOMI, as they cover a wide range of topics including early career transitions, the evolution of cryptocurrency markets, and the development of ICONOMI's wealth management platform. Learn about the impact of regulations, institutional crypto adoption, decentralized finance, and the potential future of digital assets. Anthony shares his journey from a strength and conditioning coach to a leader in the crypto industry, and gives insight into how ICONOMI is making digital asset investment accessible and secure for both retail and institutional investors. Don't miss out on this comprehensive discussion about the macroeconomics of Bitcoin, DeFi, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant in this special episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he interviews Dr. Chiente Hsu, the CEO and co-founder of Alex. Dr. Hsu shares riveting insights into her journey from academia to investment banking and eventually into DeFi on Bitcoin. The discussion delves into topics such as quantitative economics, the tumultuous events surrounding Alameda Research and FTX, and how Alex is revolutionizing DeFi on Bitcoin by opening up financial layers. Learn about the benefits of blockchain technology for financial inclusion, especially in regions like Africa. The episode also touches on Dr. Hsu's experiences as a woman in the crypto space and her vision for making DeFi user-friendly and accessible to everyone. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation filled with expert knowledge on the evolving landscape of crypto and DeFi.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant as he explores the dynamic fintech revolution in Latin America with Ximena Aleman, co-founder and co-CEO of Prometeo. Discover how Prometeo is building one of the largest FinTech API infrastructures, facilitating financial connectivity, and addressing cross-border banking challenges in the region. Learn about the evolution of digital wallets, real-time payment rails, open banking, and digital payment methods like PIX in Brazil. This episode highlights Prometeo's efforts in bank account verification, payment initiation, and the creation of unified financial infrastructure. Hear about the role of government support, regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, and strategic partnerships in advancing financial inclusion. Gain insights into Prometeo's journey, future expansion, and vision for transforming financial services in Latin America and beyond.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant in an engaging conversation with Naveen Jain, a serial entrepreneur and key contributor to the Tari blockchain project. Discover Naveen's unique entrepreneurial journey, from managing Linkin Park's website during their rise to fame to becoming a prominent angel investor. Unveil the groundbreaking Tari Universe application, designed for effortless cryptocurrency mining on any laptop, making blockchain tech accessible to everyone. Explore the significance of confidentiality in digital transactions, the future of decentralized finance, and the broad appeal of simplified crypto mining. Gain insights into entrepreneurial challenges, investment strategies, and the potential impact of Tari on the crypto ecosystem.
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In this episode of Around The Coin with Stephen Sargeant as the host, Audrey Nesbitt, founder and CEO of Spinovate Tech and leader of Bloomly, discusses the intricacies of NFT building and marketing strategies in the tech and Web3 sectors. Audrey provides insights from her extensive experience, sharing valuable advice on marketing, community building, and strategizing in the NFT space, including the cost challenges and the importance of understanding the real-world utility of technology. The conversation covers the role of CryptoChix in educating women and youth in blockchain, spotlighting use cases in carbon credits and real estate tokenization. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of strategic metrics in marketing, adaptability to emerging trends, and the potential for growth within the Canadian blockchain ecosystem.
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In this episode of 'Around The Coin' podcast, host Stephen Sargent interviews Yasser Alobaidan, Co-Founder of Throughput Research Labs, about the burgeoning Web3 gaming scene in Saudi Arabia. As Saudi Arabia undergoes a digital transformation, the podcast delves into various groundbreaking initiatives like NEOM and Vision 2030. Yasser shares insights from his telecom background and discusses how Saudi Arabia aims to become a leader in digital technology. Topics like blockchain, digital transformation, sustainability, and cultural preservation are explored, offering listeners a chance to learn about opportunities in Saudi Arabia and the future of Web3 gaming.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant in another fascinating episode of the Around The Coin podcast, where he discusses digital asset interoperability with Bam Azizi, CEO and co-founder of Mesh Connect. Dive into Bam's journey from robotics and AI to founding Mesh Connect, a company that ensures seamless crypto transactions including deposits, payments, verification, and on-ramping with crypto exchanges. Learn about the challenges of mass adoption in the crypto space, regulatory compliance issues, and Mesh Connect's role in bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3. Discover how Mesh is set to revolutionize the crypto industry with innovations like Mesh Deposit, Mesh Pay, and Mesh Ramp. Don’t miss Bam’s insights on the future of compliance in crypto, stablecoins, and much more. Make sure to listen till the end for some exciting upcoming releases from Mesh Connect.
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Join Stephen Sargent on the Around The Coin podcast for an insightful conversation with Ian Horne, Head of Content for Europe at Money20/20. Discover Ian's journey from wealth management to content creation and his experiences interviewing tennis stars like Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. Dive into the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), the metaverse, NFTs, and the impact of crypto on global elections. Ian shares his thoughts on why he prefers LinkedIn over crypto Twitter and invites listeners to connect with him to discuss crypto and DeFi. Learn about the challenges and opportunities within fintech conferences and get a sneak peek into Ian's new book 'Why DeFi Matters.' Don't miss Ian's valuable insights into the future of fintech and upcoming Money20/20 events in Amsterdam, Vegas, and Bangkok.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he welcomes back Pat Duffy, co-founder of The Giving Block, now part of Shift4. This episode delves into the evolving landscape of crypto donations and their impact on the nonprofit sector. Discover how cryptocurrencies can lower taxable income and be integrated into nonprofit operations. Pat shares his personal journey, the evolution of crypto fundraising, and both the challenges and opportunities in the field. Learn about the cyclical nature of cryptocurrency news, the push for sustainable innovation in nonprofits, and the importance of seeking expert guidance to streamline crypto donation processes. If you're involved in payment tech, crypto, or nonprofit work, don’t miss these valuable insights.
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In this episode of 'Around The Coin', host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Brittany Allen, Senior Trust and Safety Architect at Sift. Brittany shares her experiences working in the industry, from fraud prevention at Etsy and Airbnb to her current role at one of the leading fraud vendors in the world. They discuss the evolution of fraud and chargebacks, how fintech and crypto companies are leveraging technology to fight financial crimes, and the latest trends in the industry. Brittany provides valuable insights into the complexities of trust and safety in an ever-changing landscape, sharing her unconventional career path and highlighting key challenges and solutions for businesses today.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin Podcast as he dives deep with Prashanth Balasubramanian, CEO of Striga, to explore groundbreaking topics like banking as a service, payment infrastructure across Europe, and the transformative role of stablecoins and crypto debit cards in global payments. Prashanth recounts his journey from computer science enthusiast to fintech pioneer, detailing the challenges of obtaining a VASP license in Estonia and Striga's unwavering focus on compliance and partnerships. This episode sheds light on the impact of stablecoin regulations in high remittance corridors like Mexico, India, and Africa, and discusses the future of fintech and crypto. Perfect for anyone involved in payments, tech, crypto, or blockchain.
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In this episode of 'Around The Coin,' host Stephen Sargeant chats with Emmanuel Daniel, Entrepreneur, the award-winning founder of TAB Global. Emmanuel shares insights into the future of finance, discussing the personalization of banking, the convergence of traditional banking with crypto, and the transformative power of super apps in Asia. They delve into the implications of tokenized deposits, the regulatory landscape, and how future societal changes will impact the world of finance. This conversation is a must-listen for those interested in payments, fintech, and the evolving role of banks in a digital world.
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Join Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he welcomes Grant Blaisdell, CEO & Co-Founder at Copernic Space to explore the groundbreaking convergence of space exploration, blockchain technology, and AI computation. Discover how Copernic Space is pioneering the tokenization of real-world assets and envisioning a future where AI and cryptocurrency mining extend into space. Learn about the innovative solutions to Earth's computing challenges, such as cooling costs and solar energy, and dive into Grant's personal journey from music to entrepreneurship. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the integration of digital assets, space tech, and cutting-edge computation.
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In this premiere episode of Around The Coin Podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Chris Harmse, the Chief Business Officer and Co-Founder of BVNK. They delve into how BVNK is revolutionizing the banking industry by leveraging stablecoins and other crypto assets to streamline B2B payment transactions. Chris shares his journey from traditional finance to founding a crypto hedge fund, and later BVNK. The conversation touches on the importance of building company culture, regulatory challenges, and emerging use cases for stablecoins in markets like Nigeria and Argentina. They also discuss BVNK's innovative product offerings, including their Layer 1 crypto infrastructure stack, and their aggressive global expansion strategy. The episode wraps up with insights on the future of stablecoins amid evolving regulations.
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In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargent engages in a deep conversation with Arjun Bhuptani, co-founder of Everclear. Formerly known as Context Labs, Everclear is pioneering the clearing layer for Web3. Arjun discusses the crucial role of decentralization, interoperability, and scalability in Ethereum and how Everclear addresses these issues. The episode dives into the complexities of clearing in both traditional finance and Web3, utilizing insightful analogies such as Uber to make technical concepts accessible. Arjun also touches on his background in physics, the evolution of blockchain infrastructure since 2016, and the future directions for Everclear. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the technical underpinnings and innovative solutions within the blockchain ecosystem.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast where he interviews Brian Muse-McKenney, the Chief Revenue Officer of Episode Six. Tune in as they discuss the intricacies of payment infrastructures, Banking as a Service (BaaS), Cards as a Service (CaaS), and the evolving landscape of traditional banking. They dive deep into the innovations and challenges within the payment ecosystem, exploring real-time payments, fintech solutions, and the rise of non-bank financial services. Brian shares insights from his extensive career in banking and explains how Episode Six is powering modern financial products through APIs and cloud-based services. If you're interested in the future of fintech and payment solutions, you won't want to miss this episode.
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Join Stephen Sargeant on this episode of Around The Coin as he speaks with Rita Martins, author of 'Web3 in Financial Services'. They discuss the revolutionary applications of blockchain, cryptocurrency, AI, DAOs, NFTs, and the Metaverse. Rita shares valuable insights from her experience in banking and fintech partnerships, highlighting innovative use cases across global markets, including tokenization in Brazil's automotive sector and blockchain adoption in African markets. Tune in to learn about the evolving convergence between traditional finance and decentralized technologies, the challenges and opportunities within Web3, and the future of financial services.
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Join host Stephen Sargeant on this episode of 'Around The Coin' as he interviews Elizabeth Rossiello, Founder and CEO of AZA Finance. Elizabeth discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a crypto/fiat FX trading company in Nairobi since 2013. Listen in as she shares her experiences navigating regulatory landscapes, driving financial inclusion in impoverished areas, and being a female leader in the finance and tech industries. They also delve into Elizabeth's background, the importance of representation, her thoughts on AI, and the significant role stablecoins play in modern finance. A must-watch for those interested in the intersection of finance, technology, and gender equality.
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