Around The Coin
Around The Coin explores the evolving worlds of finance, fintech, and the future of money. Hosted by industry experts, it takes deep dives into payments, cryptocurrency, banking, and the disruptive innovations reshaping the global economy. The show offers insights into how technology is changing the way we handle and think about currency.
Episodes
Rethinking Public Relations in the Age of AI - Nikita Sachdev | ATC #625
Live from Futurist, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Nikita Sachdev, owner of Luna PR, about how AI is reshaping public relations in crypto, Web3, and AI. Nikita explains that while AI makes content creation easy, distribution and winning attention are harder, making PR and credible placements more valuable, especially as search shifts from SEO to “GEO” (generative engine optimization) driven by A
The Next Era of Blockchain Finance - Patrick O'Kain | ATC #624
Host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Patrick O’Kain, partner at Borderless Capital, to discuss cybersecurity, crypto investigations, blockchain analytics, and how AI-driven agentic commerce and stablecoins will reshape payments and finance. O’Kane explains Borderless Capital’s infrastructure-focused investing, his background in counter-terrorism finance and DOJ crypto investigations, and why blockchain
Investing in AI and Blockchain Startups - Samiz Bayan | ATC #623
Host Stephen Sargeant interviews Samiz Bayan, partner at Draper Dragon, on the state of venture capital and the convergence of AI, blockchain, and tokenization. Bayan outlines Draper Dragon’s early-stage focus on infrastructure, its bridge between Silicon Valley and Asia via the Draper Network, and how that cross-border network supports founders with exchanges, liquidity, and distribution. He shar
Programmable Compliance for Onchain Finance - Nikhil Raghuveera | ATC #622
Host Stephen Sargeant interviews Nikhil Raghuveera, CEO and co-founder of Predicate, about building real-time, smart-contract-level policy enforcement for onchain finance. Nikhil explains his background in payments and policy, why data from blockchain analytics providers isn’t enough, and how Predicate provides sub-second, non-bypassable “notary”-style approvals for transactions and automated free
From Banking to Stablecoin Payments - Wesley Rios | ATC #621
On Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Wesley Rios, US & LATAM Partnerships Lead at Morph Network, about the current state of stablecoin infrastructure and merchant payment rails. Rios shares his career path from Citi, JPMorgan, and 13 years at Mastercard into crypto, arguing stablecoins are shifting the conversation from technology to concrete cost and reach benefits. He cites s
How Blockchain Fixes Ticketing Infrastructure - David Barrick | ATC #620
Host Stephen Sargeant welcomes David Barrick, CTO and co-founder of TIX & KYD Labs, to discuss why ticketing is fundamentally a banking business and how blockchain can fix fees, fraud, and resale chaos. Barrick explains primary vs. secondary ticketing, how venues rely on ticketing companies for underwriting and advances, and why service fees function like “interest” paid by fans. They cover op
The Hidden Problem With Prediction Markets - Seni Thomas | ATC #619
Join our host, Stephen Sargeant, as he welcomes Seni Thomas, CEO and founder of EDGE Markets, to discuss prediction markets and EDGE’s role in compliant, high-velocity fund movement across regulated venues. Thomas covers EDGE’s $29.2M Series A led by CoinFund, the partnership with Kalshi, and why fragmentation into multiple liquidity pools could drive far higher volumes than current projections. H
How Crypto Onboarding Finally Gets Easier - Aditi Sriram | ATC #618
On Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Aditi Shriram, COO of Para, to discuss her path into crypto from seeing Vitalik speak and starting at ConsenSys, plus her experience as a venture scout for Bain Capital Crypto. Aditi explains Para’s focus on wallet infrastructure for companies building on-chain financial products, highlighting stablecoin-driven use cases like remittances, embedded
How AI Agents Use Stablecoins - Xen Baynham-Herd | ATC #617
Join our host Stephen Sargeant with Xen Baynham-Herd, Head of Growth and Marketing at Base, on the Around The Coin podcast to discuss Base’s newest launches. Base Ledgers for enterprise-grade private transactions (shielded from the public but visible to regulators/auditors) and Base MCP, which connects chat interfaces like ChatGPT/Claude to a wallet and Base apps so agents can execute DeFi actions
ATC - Itai Turbahn, Co-Founder & CEO of Dynamic and Tal Zackon, Co-Founder & CEO of TRES Finance
Join our host Stephen Sargeant with Itai Turbahn from Dynamic and Tal Zackon from TRES Finance, both now under Fireblocks, for a deep dive into agentic AI and what it means for payments, compliance, cybersecurity, and stablecoins. They explain why today’s human-in-the-loop rails like cards and ACH don’t scale for agent-to-agent microtransactions, and why crypto rails and stablecoins can enable ins
How Stablecoins Fix Cross-Border Payments - Chris Mason | ATC #615
Host Stephen Sargeant interviews Chris Mason, founder and CEO of Orbital, about building stablecoin infrastructure and how it can improve cross-border payments compared with traditional correspondent banking and SWIFT. Mason explains Orbital’s background processing stablecoins for seven years, its focus on corporate clients, and why transaction controls, authorizations, segregation of client funds
Why Enterprises Need Their Own Blockchain - Kyle Jenke | ATC #614
Recorded live at EthCC in Cannes, Around The Coin with host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Kyle Jenke, Chief Business Officer at Optimism, about how Optimism’s OP Stack and OP Enterprise help large enterprises build and own their own blockchains for customization, revenue economics, and stronger compliance, privacy, and security. Jenke cites over 50 OP Stack chains and major brands building on Op
Why Institutions Need Confidential Blockchain Transactions - Jeremy Jeremy | ATC #613
Live at EthCC on the Around The Coin podcast, Stephen Sargeant heads to the Zama Villa to speak with Zama COO Jeremy Bradley about fully homomorphic encryption (FHE) and why financial institutions need a confidentiality layer to balance blockchain transparency with selective access for regulators and compliance. Jeremy explains “programmable confidentiality,” Europe’s GDPR-driven focus on data sov
Will AI Agents Dominate DeFi Trading? - Sergej Kunz | ATC #612
Join host Stephen Sargeant reports live from ECC, where discussions center on wallets, tokenization, real-world assets, regulation, and compliance, and introduces a live Around The Coin episode featuring 1inch co-founder and CEO Sergej Kunz. Kunz recounts 1inch’s start at the 2019 ETHGlobal New York hackathon after conversations with Vitalik Buterin, his early hackathon circuit, and how 1inch grew
How Crypto Companies Get Media Coverage? - Otto Jacobsson | ATC #611
Join host Stephen Sargeant live from EthCC in Cannes for a special episode of the Around The Coin podcast featuring Otto Jacobson, CEO of YAP Global. Otto shares his journey from investment banking and CFO to leading one of the top PR firms in crypto, blockchain, fintech, and AI. Together, they discuss the evolving media landscape in Web3, the rise of niche content creators, and how crypto compani
Why AI Agents Need Blockchain Identity? - Yat Siu | ATC #610
Host Stephen Sargeant interviews Yat Siu, co-founder and executive chairman of Animoca Brands, covering his background (German mother tongue, education work) and views on how AI is changing the purpose of school and future jobs, emphasizing creativity, humanities, and entrepreneurship. Siu connects cycles from the dot-com era to crypto, arguing technologies that are better for society ultimately w
Is Your Crypto Safe From Hackers? - Dyma Budorin | ATC #609
Join host Stephen Sargeant on this special edition of the Around The Coin podcast as he sits down with Dyma Budorin, CEO of Core3 and co-founder/executive chairman of Web3 cybersecurity firm Hacken—to unpack security transparency, risk analytics, and accountability in crypto. Budorin recounts starting Hacken after a 2017 Kyiv competition led to an ICO, and explains why smart contracts are improvin
Why Stablecoins Succeed Where Banks Struggle - Arnold Lee | ATC #608
Host Stephen Sargeant interviews Arnold Lee, CEO and co-founder of Sphere Labs, about building stablecoin-enabled payment infrastructure during the 2022 downturn and focusing on real end-user needs rather than “stablecoin” narratives. Arnold explains how Sphere helps businesses move money cross-border faster and cheaper by optimizing banking and compliance plumbing, especially in emerging markets
Are You Reporting Crypto Taxes Correctly? - Lawrence Zlatkin & Wendy Walker | ATC #607
Join host Stephen Sargeant interviews Lawrence Zlatkin, Vice President of Tax at Coinbase, and Wendy Walker, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Sovos, about the fast-changing tax and regulatory landscape for digital assets heading into 2026. They discuss the rollout of US crypto information reporting including Form 1099-DA, the challenges of incomplete cost basis when assets move across walle
AI Changing Crypto Compliance and Security - Rick Harmsen | ATC #606
In this episode of the Around The Coin Podcast, host Stephen Sargeant is joined by Rick Harmsen, CTO of DataExpert, to compare key takeaways from two conferences happening at the same time: Chainalysis Links in New York and ECC in Cannes. They discuss the growing convergence of AI, regulation, tokenization, stablecoins, and compliance across both developer and blockchain analytics communities, inc
Retail Crypto Trading Is Driving Markets - Vugar Usi | ATC #605
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Vugar Usi, CEO of MEXC, to discuss his path from traditional finance and marketing to running a global crypto exchange. Vugar explains what makes MEXC stand out—serving 40M users across 170+ markets with a 99% retail user base, a “list-first” approach with 3,000+ projects, and near-zero fees that he says returned
How Tokenized Assets Work in Crypto Markets? - Ran Goldi | ATC #604
Stephen Sargeant interviews Ran Goldi, SVP of Payments & Network at Fireblocks, revisiting his earlier prediction that stablecoins would become a dominant payments rail and discussing 2025 as a breakout year for stablecoins. Rand shares lessons from algorithmic trading and First Digital’s rapid 2017 growth, followed by a severe downturn that forced him to cut the team from 70 to 7, and how fou
How Tokenized Assets Work in Crypto Markets? - Jesse Knutson | ATC #603
Host Stephen Sargeant interviews Jesse Knutson, Head of Operations at Bitfinex Securities, about his path from investment banking (Barclays, Macquarie) to early Blockstream work and the Blockstream Mining Note, which he describes as an early flagship tokenized security. They discuss Liquid and the Lightning Network, why stablecoins and taxation affected Bitcoin payments, and how Bitfinex Securitie
Are Stablecoins Replacing Global Payment Rails? - Kevin Lehtiniitty | ATC #602
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he interviews Kevin Lehtiniitty, CEO and founder of Borderless.xyz, about stablecoin infrastructure and global payment flows, including the Genius Act and why stablecoins are more practical for payments than Bitcoin. Kevin explains Borderless’s branding, his early work launching TrueUSD, and how trust features like qualified custodians and attestations mattered before
Why Financial Institutions Fear Vendor Lock-In - Natalya Thakur | ATC #601
Stephen Sargeant interviews Natalya Thakur, CEO and founder of Knova, about how traditional financial institutions are transitioning into digital assets. Thakur recounts her early exposure to blockchain at BlackRock, where she supported initial Bitcoin ETF work and later promoted digital-asset education for women. She explains Knova’s B2B infrastructure software, which runs on-prem or cloud-agnost
Building AI-Driven Onchain Trading - Alex Svanevik | ATC #600
Stephen Sargeant interviews Alex Svanevik, CEO and co-founder of Nansen, on how the company evolved from NFT-era analytics into an AI-native, full-stack on-chain trading product that combines real-time intelligence, execution, and portfolio tracking in one self-custodial experience. Alex discusses his AI background, Nansen’s “New Way 2030” pillars, and how agentic workflows are changing engineerin
Stablecoin Trends and Predictions 2026 - Mouloukou Sanoh & Tara Annison | ATC #599
Join host Stephen Sargeant on a special edition of the Around The Coin Podcast as he sits down with top industry voices to unpack the biggest crypto trends of 2025 and what’s ahead for 2026. Featuring Mouloukou Sanoh, CEO and co-founder of Mansa, the conversation explores how stablecoin infrastructure is transforming global payments, enabling instant cross-border settlement, and driving adoption a
From Bitcoin to Stablecoin Innovation - Edward | ATC #598
Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he sits down with Edward Woodford, the CEO of Zerohash. This episode delves deep into the digital asset and stablecoin infrastructure landscape, exploring how Edward built Zero Hash from the ground up, the evolution of stablecoins, and their wide-ranging use cases from payroll to prediction markets. Edward shares his unique journey from
The Future of Institutional Crypto Staking - Matt Molloy | ATC #597
In this episode of Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant is joined by Matt Malloy, CEO and co-founder of TruFin Labs, to explore the world of staking, liquid staking, and yield in the digital asset ecosystem. They dive into the differences between traditional and liquid staking, the evolution of blockchain technology and smart contracts, and the current state of the market. Matt also shar
The Future of Hardware and Software Integration - Rand Hindi | ATC #596
In this compelling episode of Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Rand Hindi, the CEO of Zama, a cutting-edge company pioneering Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) for Web3 infrastructure. Discover how Zama's revolutionary technology is enabling confidential transactions on public blockchains like Ethereum and Solana, providing unparalleled privacy without compromisi
Fighting Financial Crime With AI - Joe Robinson | ATC #595
Join Stephen Sargeant in this episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he sits down with Joe Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Hummingbird. Discover how Hummingbird is revolutionizing the way financial institutions combat financial crimes using AI and advanced analytics. Joe provides insights into emerging trends in financial crime, shares the challenges of being a CEO, and offers valuable book rec
Decentralized Wallets for Business Payments - Yolanda Liu | ATC #594
Join Stephen Sargeant, your host of the Around The Coin podcast, as he dives into crypto wallets used by major merchants worldwide with special guest Yolanda Liu, co-founder of Pay Protocol. Discover Yolanda's fascinating journey from AI and holographics to revolutionizing payment services in Web3. Learn how Pay Protocol offers decentralized, self-custodian wallet infrastructure, tackling key
How DeFi Meets Traditional Finance - Irina Chuchkina | ATC #593
In this fascinating episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Irina Chuchkina, the Chief Growth Officer at Wallet in Telegram. The discussion dives deep into the wallet infrastructure within Telegram, covering topics like stablecoins, tokenized assets, privacy, and regulation. Irina shares insights into the user adoption strategies, financial inclusion efforts, and t
What Makes a Great Crypto Wallet? - Jamie Elkaleh | ATC #592
Join host Stephen Sargeant on this insightful episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he chats with Jamie Elkaleh, CMO of Bitget Wallet. Discover the intricate world of crypto wallets, from technological advancements to global marketing strategies. Jamie delves into topics like TVL, investor protection, compliance, and the expanding role of Bitget Wallet in various jurisdictions. Learn about his
How Stablecoins Are Replacing Payment Rails - Emilio Rivero Coello | ATC #591
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he sits down with Emilio Coello, a leading product manager at Aptos Labs, in this engaging episode of Around The Coin Podcast. From his extensive background in regulatory and policy work at Bitso to his current role handling payments and stablecoins at Aptos, Emilio provides deep insights into the blockchain industry. Discover what sets Aptos apart in the competitive
Inside a Crypto-Only Lifestyle - Joel Valenzuela | ATC #590
Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he interviews cryptocurrency pioneer Joël Valenzuela, a core member of the Dash DAO. Joel shares his journey from the early days of Bitcoin to living a crypto-only lifestyle, completely disengaged from traditional fiat banking. This episode dives into the challenges and evolving landscape of using crypto exclusively, Dash's unique p
The Evolution of Wallet Infrastructure in Web3 - Jess Houlgrave | ATC #589
Join host Stephen Sargeant on this episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he sits down with Jess Houlgrave, the CEO of WalletConnect. Discover how WalletConnect is integrating hundreds of wallets and thousands of applications to build a seamless ecosystem that connects diverse elements of the crypto world. Jess shares her insights on the future of AI agent wallets, stablecoin payments, and how
How Embedded Wallets Transform Global Payments - Itai Turbahn | ATC #588
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Itai Turbahn, co-founder and CEO of Dynamic, to discuss Dynamic's recent acquisition by Fireblocks. Itai dives deep into the details of different types of crypto wallets, comparing Fireblocks and Dynamic, and the intricacies of wallet infrastructure in the fintech and crypto industries. He explains the import
How Will MPC Wallets Change Finance? - Clarisse Hagège | ATC #587
Join Stephen Sargeant live from Money 20/20 with Clarisse Hagège, the founder and CEO of Dfns, on the Around The Coin podcast. For the first time, the podcast is featured at Money 20/20, discussing key topics such as cybersecurity, custody, and MPC (multi-party computation). Clarisse shares her founder's journey, their partnership with IBM, and how Dfns is addressing the needs of traditional
Will Agentic AI Define The Future? - Victor Orlovski | ATC #586
Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast, as he interviews Victor Orlovski, General Partner at R136 Ventures. Victor shares his unconventional journey from being a CTO of a major European bank to founding R136 Ventures, a firm focused on early growth stage FinTech and B2B enterprise startups. In this episode, Victor discusses the challenges and strategies for scaling startups, the
Earning Real Yield Safely in Crypto - Vik Arun | ATC #585
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Vik Arun, CEO and co-founder of Superform, a company pioneering new levels of decentralization through their innovative app. Stephen and Vik discuss the current investment landscape, the potential impact of regulations, and the technicalities of deploying blockchain technology. Vik shares his journey from engineering
Do We Really Need More Blockchains? - Anthony Day | ATC #584
In this episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Anthony Day, Marketing Director at VeChain, to discuss the future of blockchain applications. Anthony emphasizes the need for purpose-filled, impactful applications over simply creating more blockchains. They delve into VeChain's journey, its significant partnerships like UFC, and the innovative V Better platform, which
Why Security Is Crypto’s Biggest Challenge - Ido Ben Natan | ATC #583
Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin Podcast as he converses with Ido Ben Natan, the CEO and Co-founder of Blockaid. Discover the story behind significant hacks like the Buy Bit incident and the ongoing cybersecurity challenges in DeFi. Ido discusses his journey from traditional cybersecurity to Web3, the persistent vulnerabilities in the crypto space, and Blockaid's innovative s
What’s Driving the Rise of Asset Tokenization? - Angie Walker | ATC #582
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant speaks with Angie Walker, the commercial head of Apex Digital. Angie discusses the launch of Apex Digital's 3.0 platform, which focuses on tokenizing all asset classes, making them available 24/7, and bridging traditional finance with digital assets. They dive into Angie's rich experience with R3, Corda, and Chainlink,
Future of Crypto ETFs and Industry Outlook - Federico Brokate| ATC #581
Welcome to another edition of the Around The Coin podcast! In this episode, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Federico Brokate, Head of US Business at 21Shares, to discuss the dynamics of crypto ETFs and ETPs, focusing on the regulatory landscape and the challenges faced by the industry. Federico delves into his journey from BlackRock to 21Shares, highlighting their pioneering role in bringing
Will AI Replace Payment Gateways Soon? - Roberto E. Kafati | ATC #580
Join host Stephen Sargeant in an insightful conversation with Roberto Kafati (Reks), the CEO and founder of DEUNA, about the future of payments in North, Central, and Latin America. Roberto shares his journey from DEUNA's inception to becoming an innovative payment infrastructure that leverages AI and agentic intelligence. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the payment industry,
Is Texas Becoming the Bitcoin Capital? - Lee Bratcher | ATC #579
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he engages in an enlightening conversation with Lee Bratcher, the president and founder of the Texas Blockchain Council. Dive deep into the current landscape of Bitcoin mining in Texas, the intersection of politics and crypto, and the impact of digital assets. Lee discusses the regulatory environment, the future of land administration through blockchain, and Texas&apo
What’s Next for Global Fintech Leaders? - Taylor Lauber | ATC #578
In this episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Taylor Lauber, CEO of Shift4. They discuss Shift4's journey into the payment processing space, its work with e-commerce companies, and its involvement in the cryptocurrency world. The conversation also covers Shift4's philanthropic endeavors, such as the Giving Block and the Care for Crypto campaign, which have donated ov
From Tax Inspector to Tech CEO - Aidan Larkin | ATC #577
Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he talks with Aidan Larkin, the CEO and co-founder of Asset Reality, about the dynamic journey of building a startup in asset recovery. Aidan delves into the trials and triumphs of running a VC-backed company, handling imposter syndrome, and maintaining self-awareness as a CEO. The conversation covers the challenges in both digital and p
Future of Digital Assets in Public Markets - Jaime Leverton | ATC #576
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Jaime Leverton, CEO of ReserveOne and former CEO of Hut 8. Jaime shares her incredible journey across telco, cloud infrastructure, Bitcoin mining, and now building a diversified digital asset treasury. They dive into the rise of ReserveOne, the unique structure of digital asset stockpiles, and why Bitcoin and stablecoin
How Fintechs Adopt Stablecoins and Wallets - Nitya Subramanian | ATC #575
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant chats with Nitya Subramanian, the founder and CEO of Para. They explore various facets of stablecoins and wallet infrastructure, including liquidity, composability, and interoperability. Key topics also include the benefits of non-custodial wallets, compliance, and regulatory requirements for onboarding Web2 companies into Web3.
Protecting Crypto Exchanges From Costly Hacks - Yevheniia Broshevan | ATC #574
Dive into the thrilling story of the largest crypto hack in history with Around The Coin podcast host Stephen Sargeant and special guest Yev Broshevan, CEO of Hacken. Discover how the Bybit hack unfolded, gain insights into the evolving world of cybersecurity in crypto, and learn how Yev transformed a small Ukrainian startup into a leading cybersecurity powerhouse. From early Bitcoin discussions i
Will Bitcoin Outperform Traditional Investments? - Joe Kelly | ATC #573
Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin Podcast for an in-depth conversation with Joe Kelly, the CEO and co-founder of Unchained. Discover how Unchained is advancing Bitcoin financial services with Bitcoin self-custody, inheritance, retirement planning, and Bitcoin-backed loans. In this episode, Joe shares insights on the evolution of Bitcoin, the importance of long-term Bitcoin holders,
Can Stablecoins Replace Traditional Banking? - Ryne Saxe | ATC #572
In this episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant talks with Ryne Saxe, CEO of Eco, about the complexities and future of stablecoins amidst regulatory scrutiny in the US. Ryne shares his journey from Stanford Law to the cryptocurrency industry, discusses Eco's innovation in stablecoin liquidity, and unveils what makes Eco's network unique. They delve into the impact of mergers an
Will AI Replace All Human Jobs? - Anders Indset | ATC #571
In this impactful episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant engages in a deep conversation with Anders Indset, a visionary tech entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author. They explore the future of artificial intelligence and its potential impacts on humanity, business, and organizational structures. Anders shares his insights into the differences between knowledge and wisdom, the evo
Is AI Changing How We Invest? - Seth Rosenberg | ATC #570
In this riveting episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant dives deep with Seth Rosenberg, Partner at Greylock. They explore the intricacies of venture capital investment in AI and FinTech, touching on Greylock's approach to supporting startups beyond just funding. Seth discusses Greylock's strategy in focusing on early-stage, high-potential companies, the future of AI in transfo
Can AI and Crypto Work Together? - Alice Li | ATC #569
In this exciting episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Alice Li, Head of North America at Foresight Ventures. This episode dives deep into the world of venture capital with a focus on crypto investments across Asia and North America. Alice Li shares unique insights on jurisdictional arbitrage, investment strategies in AI and blockchain payments, and the current state of the VC
Can Blockchain Reduce Global Transaction Fees? - Edwin Mata | ATC #568
Join host Stephen Sargeant in this exciting episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he explores the world of real-world asset tokenization with Edwin Mata, CEO and co-founder of Brickken. Discover insights on everything from real estate, debt, and stocks to the regulatory challenges and technological innovations shaping the future of finance. Edwin shares his journey from a legal background to b
How Privacy is Shaping Blockchain Innovation? - Olta Andoni | ATC #567
In this enlightening episode, host Stephen Sargeant chats with Olta Andoni, the General Counsel for Enclave Markets, one of the first fully encrypted exchanges. Olta discusses her journey from IP and antitrust law into the blockchain and crypto space, emphasizing the legal challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving industry. Key topics include the regulation of blockchain technology, th
Banking Relationships in Crypto: What’s Changing? - Brandi Reynolds | ATC #566
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he interviews Charlie Hu, CEO and Co-founder of Bitlayer, in a unique location - a restaurant! Charlie shares his journey in the crypto space, from his early days in 2013 to his current role in building Layer 2 solutions on Bitcoin. They discuss the challenges and potentials of DeFi on Bitcoin, including NFTs, staking, and bridge-less building. Learn about Charlie’s e
Why Bitcoin Holds Untapped Potential? - Charlie Hu | ATC #565
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he interviews Charlie Hu, CEO and Co-founder of Bitlayer, in a unique location - a restaurant! Charlie shares his journey in the crypto space, from his early days in 2013 to his current role in building Layer 2 solutions on Bitcoin. They discuss the challenges and potentials of DeFi on Bitcoin, including NFTs, staking, and bridge-less building. Learn about Charlie’s e
Is Bitcoin Ready for a DeFi Makeover? | ATC #564
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he dives deep into the world of Bitcoin with Matt Mudano, co-founder and CEO of Arch Network. Discover Matt's early adventures with Bitcoin in 2012, and how Arch Network is revolutionizing Bitcoin by building advanced applications directly on its blockchain. This episode covers the evolution of the Bitcoin ecosystem, the impact of recent upgrades like taproot and
Next Generation in Investing - Andrew McCormick | ATC #563
Join us on this episode of Around The Coin with your host Stephen Sargeant as we dive into an engaging and insightful conversation with Andrew McCormick, Head of eToro USA. Andrew shares his journey from the early days at E-Trade to leading eToro USA, highlights the evolution of crypto investing, generational differences in financial investments, and the importance of sentiment investing and copy
Journey from Finance to Crypto Staking - Hadley Stern | ATC #562
Join host Stephen Sargeant as he explores the fascinating world of Solana with Hadley Stern, Chief Commercial Officer of Marinade Finance. Discover why Solana might be the blockchain you should start paying attention to, learn about the intricacies of staking and liquid staking, and explore the unique features of Marinade Finance. Hadley shares his journey from Fidelity to leading a top project o
AI's Impact on Business Growth - Ian Andrews | ATC #561
Join your host Stephen Sargeant in this feature episode of the Around The Coin podcast with special guest Ian Andrews, the Chief Revenue Officer of Groq. With a background spanning across tech giants like VMware and Chainalysis, Ian shares his extensive insights on the rapidly evolving world of AI. Discover how AI can transform productivity across various domains, from creating automated follow-up
Can Web3 Security End Crypto Hacks - Mitchell Amador | ATC #560
In this special episode of 'Around The Coin,' host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Mitchell Amador, the CEO of Immunefi, to discuss groundbreaking advancements in Web3 security. Mitchell sheds light on how Immunefi aims to minimize crypto hacking incidents through innovative bug bounties and AI-driven processes. He also shares his early experiences at Singularity Net and Steam It, giving
From Engineer to Crypto CEO Success - Tarun Gupta | ATC #559
In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargent sits down with Tarun Gupta, CEO of Coinshift, to delve into groundbreaking advancements in crypto treasury management and accounting. Tarun discusses Coinshift's innovative protocols including their yield-bearing stablecoin on Zos Platform, and shares insights on the regulatory landscape, particularly in Dubai. Learn about T
Will 2025 Be Crypto's Turning Point? - William Quigely | ATC #558
Join host Stephen Sargeant in an engaging conversation with William Quigley, co-founder of Tether and WAX blockchain. They discuss a wide range of topics including the early days of VC investing in the 90s, the rise and fall of NFTs, the transition from speculation to utility in the crypto space, and the future of blockchain-based gaming and hardware. Quigley provides deep insights into the evolut
Real World Asset Tokenization Uncover - Angus & Keith O'Callaghan | ATC #557
In this episode of Around the Coin, hosted by Stephen Sargeant, we delve into the world of Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization. The episode features insights from Angus O'Callaghan, Head of Markets at XDC Network, and Keith O'Callaghan, Head of Asset Management and Structuring at Archax Capital. The discussion covers the intersection of traditional finance (tradfi) with decentralized fin
From Entrepreneur to Digital Maverick - Debbie Soon | ATC #556
In this enlightening episode of 'Around the Coin,' host Stephen Sargeant sits down with the multifaceted Debbie Soon. Debbie is an entrepreneur, recent author, and investor who has collaborated with Randy Zuckerberg at Hug, creating a diverse marketplace for both physical and digital artists. This episode delves into her captivating journey from traditional finance, owning a cycling salo
Bridging Fiat and Crypto Worlds - Nik Denisenko | ATC #555
Join your host Stephen Sargeant in this exciting episode as he sits down with Nik Denisenko, CTO and co-founder of Brighty app. Explore Nick's journey from working at Revolut Business to pioneering Brighty, a hybrid neo-digital bank that simplifies the use of crypto and fiat currencies. Learn about the intricacies of crypto-backed credit cards, regulatory compliance, and revolutionary DeFi pr
From TradFi to Blockchain Innovation - Staci Warden | ATC #554
In this episode of the Around the Coin Podcast, host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Staci Warden, the CEO of Algorand, for a deep dive into the blockchain's unique features and real-world applications. They discuss the challenges and strategies for navigating the U.S. regulatory system, the significance of transactions per second, and the critical role of instant finality for blockchains. Staci al
Maneuvering PR in Crypto Space - Rachel Pipan | ATC #553
Join host Stephen Sargeant in an insightful episode of Around the Coin Podcast as he engages with PR specialist Rachel Pipan founder of Maneuvre. Rachel shares her wealth of knowledge on attracting top journalists and media outlets, and crafting impactful messages for startup founders in the payment tech, crypto, and Web3 sectors. Discover actionable tips on securing high-profile partnerships, und
Balancing Crypto Innovation and Regulation - Joseph Ciccolo | ATC #552
In this episode of the Around the Coin Podcast, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Joseph Ciccolo, founder and president of BitAML and Executive Director of The California Blockchain Advocacy Coalition, to delve into the world of crypto compliance and regulation. Covering Joe’s journey in the industry since 2015, the discussion explores the evolution of regulatory landscapes, particularly in the
From Major Brands to Web3 Expert - Diego Borgo | ATC #551
In this episode of the Around the Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Diego Borgo, a Web3 marketing expert who has advised major Fortune 500 companies like Adidas and Porsche. Diego shares his journey from agency life to consulting on Web3 projects and discusses the challenges and opportunities in the space. The conversation dives deep into brand strategy, the evolution of digital marke
Crypto Solutions for Modern Merchants - Tim Ferland | ATC #550
Join host Stephen Sargeant in this insightful episode of the 'Around the Coin' podcast, featuring Tim Ferland, CEO of LetKnow Pay. Dive deep into the world of crypto payments, regulations, and compliance. Discover how LetKnow Pay is helping merchants conduct transactions using stable coins and various cryptocurrencies. Explore the challenges and opportunities in the Forex industry, and l
Web3 and the Future of Your Dream Job - Adam Zec and Joshua Sklut | ATC #549
Join host Stephen Sargeant in this exciting episode as he explores how Web3 technology is transforming the recruitment process. Featuring Adam Zec and Joshua Sklut, the CEO and Chief People Officer of MyStandard. We delve into the mechanics of their innovative platform that leverages tokenomics to create a more equitable and efficient hiring landscape. Discover how MyStandard is addressing biases
Can Tokenization Reshape Financial Markets? - Marcos Viriato | ATC #548
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