Best Cointelegraphs Podcasts (2025)

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MiCA under pressure: Passporting or patchwork in Europe’s crypto market? 17:57

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Europe’s landmark crypto law, the Markets in Crypto-Assets, promised a unified market across 27 member states. But less than a year into rollout, national regulators are already pushing back on its central feature: passporting. Is MiCA bringing the clarity Europe’s crypto industry needs or adding a new layer of uncertainty? In this episode of Byte-…

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Aanshul Bafnaa - Founder - The ModMonk Consultancy 1:36:51

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Aanshul Bafnaa, also known as "ModMonk” or “Modern Monk” is the founder of ModMonk and CEO of the ModMonk Consultancy. With over 17 years of experience, she is a business psychologist, spiritual coach, professor, mystic, hypnotherapist, mindfulness coach, healer, and yoga expert, Aanshul provides corporate training in areas such as mythology, leade…

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From seed phrases to digital passports: The wallet revolution 25:23

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What’s the future of crypto wallets, and how are they becoming the control center of our digital lives? Hosts Nathan and Gareth dive into the world of cryptocurrency wallets with Jess Houlgrave, CEO of Reown, the company behind Wallet Connect. Jess unpacks the evolution of wallets, from clunky seed phrases to intuitive, Web2-like experiences, and h…

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Scams, Hacks and Hope: The Truth About Crypto Crime 24:09

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Is crypto crime as bad as the headlines make it seem? Host Nathan dives into the murky world of blockchain scams with Ari Redbord, the Sherlock Holmes of crypto and global head of policy at TRM Labs. They unpack the reality of crypto crime, only 1% of activity but with high stakes like North Korea’s $1.5 billion hacks, and explore how tools like ze…

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CBDC in the crosshairs: Congress debates the future of the digital dollar 18:05

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CBDCs are back in the spotlight as the US Congress returns from recess. Lawmakers have tucked a ban on the digital dollar into the must-pass defense bill, framing it as a fight over privacy and surveillance. But is a CBDC really an imminent threat or just a political talking point? In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, host Savannah Fortis sits do…

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James McLaughlin - Membership Advisor - Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) 1:10:56

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James McLaughlin is a business advisor with over 35 years of experience. He is the Membership Advisor for the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), where he facilitates connecting small businesses with services that will support their long-term success. James is also the UK Partner for BizVal, a professional business valuation service, expanding Bi…

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Bitcoin’s real-world power: Stories of change 20:04

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What’s the real power of Bitcoin, and how is it changing lives worldwide? Host Nathan sits down with Perianne Boring, founder of the Digital Chamber, to uncover Bitcoin’s groundbreaking use cases, from empowering women in Afghanistan to revolutionizing finance during crises like the Cyprus bailout. Perianne shares her journey from journalism to pol…

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Lord Tim Clement-Jones CBE, The House of Lords Spokesperson for Science, Innovation & Technology 1:10:44

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Lord Timothy Clement-Jones, CBE is a Liberal Democrat House of Lords spokesperson for Science, Innovation and Technology. He is the Former Chair of the House of Lords Select Committee on Artificial Intelligence which reported in 2018 with "AI in the UK Ready Willing and Able?" and its follow-up report in 2020 "AI in the UK: No Room for Complacency"…

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Rewind & reflect: The big ideas shaping blockchain 34:31

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What’s the real story behind blockchain? Hosts Nathan and Gareth take a look back at 21 episodes of The Clear Crypto Podcast, diving into the big ideas—trust, ownership, and transparency—that make blockchain more than just tech. From Bitcoin’s rebellion against centralized power to Ethereum’s world computer, they unpack key moments with guests like…

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China’s stablecoin push: Can the yuan challenge the dollar? 20:11

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China is considering launching a yuan-backed stablecoin, a surprising pivot after years of cracking down on crypto and pushing the digital yuan. What’s driving this move, and what does it mean for global markets and US dollar dominance? In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, host Savannah Fortis speaks with Martin Chorzempa (Peterson Institute for …

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From lawsuits to legislation: Crypto’s fight for clarity 25:27

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What’s shaping the future of crypto in Washington, D.C., and how does policy drive innovation? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into the regulatory landscape with Kristin Smith, president of the Solana Policy Institute. Kristin unpacks the landmark Genius Act, Solana’s rise as a leading blockchain and the crypto industry’s powerful advocacy in W…

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Bitcoin, big money and the end of the old system: Tim Draper explains 21:55

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In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, venture capital investor and Bitcoin advocate Tim Draper joins Cointelegraph reporter Vince Quill for a deep dive into the shifting tides of Bitcoin adoption. From the slow but inevitable embrace by institutions to the macroeconomic headwinds threatening the US dollar, Draper lays out why FOMO, re…

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Zero knowledge, infinite possibilities: Scaling blockchain with math 25:22

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Can zero-knowledge proofs revolutionize blockchain? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into the world of cutting-edge cryptography with Eli Benson, CEO and co-founder of StarkWare. Eli unpacks how zero-knowledge proofs ensure trust and scalability, transforming blockchain transactions with unmatched speed and security. From Bitcoin to Ether, learn…

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Christopher Perkins - Managing Partner and President - CoinFund 55:55

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Christopher Perkins is on the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Global Markets Advisory Committee and its Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee, providing policy advice on digital assets and Web3 technology. Christopher Perkins is the Managing Partner and President of CoinFund, a digital asset investment firm focused on supporting the develo…

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Crypto treasury boom: Why public companies are stockpiling crypto 20:56

2M ago20:56

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In this week’s Byte-Sized Insight, we explore the fast-growing world of crypto treasury companies: publicly traded firms using digital assets as strategic reserves. With billions in capital raised, these companies are giving investors new, regulated ways to gain exposure to not only Bitcoin (BTC) but assets like BNB and SOL. Host Savannah Fortis sp…

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Crypto that tracks, verifies and transforms land, food and impact 21:01

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In this episode of “The Clear Crypto Podcast,” powered by StarkWare and Cointelegraph,Yana Leonova joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on how crypto can fuel sustainability, innovation and more inclusive progress — far beyond finance. Produced by Tonal Media. (00:00) Welcome to “The Clear Crypto Podcast” (00:52) Host introductions (02:00)…

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Stablecoin boom: The GENIUS Act’s ripple effects worldwide 13:06

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This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we dive into the groundbreaking passage of the GENIUS Act, examining its profound impacts on stablecoins and global crypto markets. Joined by Fabian Dori, chief investment officer at Sygnum, we discuss how new US regulations are reshaping institutional confidence, redefining stablecoin use cases and prompting Europe…

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Anthony Scaramucci - Founder & Managing Partner - SkyBridge 44:55

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Anthony Scaramucci is an American financier, author, speaker and thought leader, and broadcaster who briefly served as the White House communications director. Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm offering multi-strategy hedge fund products and advisory services for individuals an…

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From islands to highways: The future of blockchain interoperability 23:18

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What’s stopping blockchains from talking to each other, and how do we bridge the gap? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into the world of blockchain interoperability with John Kol, co-founder of HyperLane. They unpack the challenges of connecting disparate blockchains like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, and how HyperLane is building seamless brid…

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Penny Power - Founder of Business is Personal - BIP100 Club 1:35:10

2M ago1:35:10

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Penny Power is an entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and community builder with over 25 years of experience. Penny Power is the founder of Business is Personal, a platform dedicated to helping business owners thrive through authentic networking, emotional intelligence, and peer-powered growth. She is a co-founder of BIP100 Club, a private commu…

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Senator Cynthia Lummis and the US crypto comeback: ‘Help is on the way’ 19:04

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This week on Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we sit down with US Senator Cynthia Lummis, one of the most vocal and informed advocates for digital assets and financial innovation on Capitol Hill. Senator Lummis discusses her unlikely entry into the crypto world, how Wyoming’s early leadership shaped federal policy and what she sees as the biggest l…

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From Bitcoin to Index Funds: The New Era of Crypto Access 20:46

2M ago20:46

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What does “investing in crypto” actually mean, and how do we make it feel less like rocket science? Host Nathan Jeffay chats with Ryan Rasmussen, head of research at Bitwise Asset Management, about how crypto is finally becoming accessible to mainstream investors. They unpack the tools, funds and strategies that make digital assets look less like m…

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Erik Schwartz - Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer of Elysia.ai Labs - The Future of AI in Business 1:20:46

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Erik Schwartz is a technologist and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the tech sector, specialising in AI, information search and retrieval, and knowledge discovery. Erik is the Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer at Elysia.ai Labs. integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI into search technologies, offering autom…

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Prof. Ula Taylor - Department of African American Studies - University of California, Berkeley 1:14:06

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Prof. Ula Y. Taylor is a professor in the Department of African American Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. She specialises in African American history, black feminist theory, and intellectual traditions of African American women. Her research covers black nationalism, Pan-Africanism, and civil rights movements from 1890 to 1980. Sh…

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Stani Kulechov - Founder of Aave Labs - DeFi - Future of Money 57:47

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Stani Kulechov is an entrepreneur and a pioneer in blockchain innovation, decentralised finance (DeFi) and the future of digital economies. He is the Founder of Aave, a decentralised lending platform on Ethereum that uses smart contracts and liquidity pools where depositors provide funds for borrowers. To read more about Stani Kulechov, please visi…

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The AI revolution is here, don't get left behind: Kevin O'Leary interview 30:53

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In this special interview, Shark Tank investor and entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary joins Cointelegraph US Reporter Vince Quill for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of artificial intelligence, stablecoins and the battle for technological dominance between the US and China. Mr. Wonderful shares why he refuses to back companies that aren’t integra…

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Bitcoin in motion: From static to dynamic value 23:01

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What’s the future of Bitcoin beyond just holding it? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into this question with Ilia, Bitcoin lead at StarkWare, exploring how Bitcoin can evolve from a store of value to a dynamic financial tool. Ilia breaks down innovations like wrapped Bitcoin and trustless bridges, revealing how they unlock DeFi possibilities wi…

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Dr. Chris Trace - Chief Academic Officer - KEATH.ai 46:04

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Dr. Chris Trace is the Chief Academic Officer at KEATH.ai, an AI EdTech start-up that originated from the University of Surrey. He has also represented KEATH.ai at significant platforms, including UNESCO in Paris and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) in London. Prior to this, Dr. Chris was the Head of Digital Learning at the Universit…

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John Nahas - Chief Business Officer - Ava Labs - Blockchain Defi Future 54:46

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John Nahas is the Chief Business Officer at Ava Labs, the company behind the Avalanche blockchain. At Ava Labs, he drives strategic partnerships and international expansion in key markets including Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. With a strong fintech background—having raised $18M and secured 43 licences at Onsa—he blends regulatory insig…

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Crypto week in Congress: Can Washington finally deliver clarity? 14:29

2M ago14:29

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The US House of Representatives has declared July 14–18 “Crypto Week,” with lawmakers set to debate and potentially vote on three major crypto bills — the CLARITY Act, the GENIUS Act and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we break down what’s at stake, who’s behind the legislative push and whether any of th…

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Privacy, policy and the future of crypto: A conversation with Peter Van Valkenburgh 30:06

3M ago30:06

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In this episode of The Clear Crypto Podcast, we step into the legal trenches of crypto with Peter Van Valkenburgh, executive director at Coin Center. From pushing back against the centralization of digital payments to defending the right to publish open-source code, Peter breaks down the legal and civil-liberties fights that could define the future…

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Revolutionising Digital Assets - BitGo - J. Baylor Myers 48:21

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J. Baylor Myers is the Vice President for Corporate Development at BitGo, a premiere leading infrastructure provider of digital asset solutions, offering custody, wallets, trading, and financing for institutional clients globally. Baylor has led the closure of BitGo’s $100 million Series C funding round with a valuation of $1.75 billion. During his…

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Crossing the crypto divide: The West’s race for digital dominance 17:28

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As the US races ahead with crypto legislation and capital inflows, Europe and the UK are betting on more even-paced regulatory clarity. But who’s actually leading the West’s crypto future? In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we map the geopolitical landscape of digital assets across the US, UK and EU and uncover the trade-offs between speed, cer…

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Leverage without letting go: What financial freedom looks like in Bitcoin 31:07

3M ago31:07

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Jullian Duran (@jullian0701) CEO of Lever, breaks down what “firepower” really means in crypto. It’s not about dumping assets for quick cash. It’s about using Bitcoin to unlock real-world freedom. Better homes. Better schools. More movement. All without giving up your position. No hype. No financial advice. Just a clear view on how holding and leve…

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Larry Yang - CPO of Phononic - Building FitBit + AI Data Center Cooling Systems 1:17:03

3M ago1:17:03

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Larry Yang is a technology leader with over 30 years of experience in engineering and product management. He currently serves as the Chief Product Officer at Phononic, a company revolutionising solid-state cooling solutions for industries like data centres, pharmaceuticals, and HVAC. Larry has previously held senior leadership roles at global giant…

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Zooming out: Ethereum’s big picture with Tomasz Stańczak 17:42

3M ago17:42

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What’s Ethereum’s role in reshaping the global economy, and how does it stay true to its decentralized roots? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive into a fascinating conversation with Tomasz Stańczak, co-executive director of the Ethereum Foundation, about Ethereum as a world computer, its unstoppable network and its game-changing potential for fina…

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Ben Goertzel - SingularityNET - AI AGI SingularityNET ASI Alliance Humanoids Robots + Desdemona 59:12

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Ben Goertzel is a computer scientist, AI researcher, speaker, author, and entrepreneur who coined the term AGI in 2003 and has contributed significantly to the field. He is the founder and CEO of SingularityNET, a decentralised AI platform that leverages blockchain technology to provide open access to AI services, fostering collaboration across ind…

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Crypto in a time of crisis: Markets, conflict, and real-world use cases 19:04

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In times of crisis, markets may react but technology adapts. In this episode of Byte-Sized Insight, we examine how crypto behaves under pressure. First, Cointelegraph head of markets Ray Salmond and market analyst Marcel Pechman break down how digital assets react in times of war, political instability and macroeconomic uncertainty. Then, we shift …

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Crypto crime: What the headlines don’t tell you 27:40

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What’s the real deal with crypto crime, and can blockchain ever shake its bad rap? Host Nathan and co-host Gareth dive deep with Jennie Levin, chief legal and operations officer at Algorand Foundation, to unpack the truth behind high-profile crypto scandals like FTX and sneaky blockchain exploits. Jennie breaks down how these crimes mirror traditio…

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Alex Grimshaw - CTO Microsoft Azure UK - AI And Cloud Computing Transforming Governments Operations 47:30

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Alex Grimshaw is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Microsoft Azure in the United Kingdom, where he supports customers and partners across sectors to drive digital transformation using Microsoft Azure Cloud. Prior to this, Alex served as Microsoft UK Public Sector CTO, working with the UK’s largest Public Administration organisations, HM Revenue…

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Delay crypto laws now, pay later: The high stakes for the U.S. 26:14

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The clock is ticking on meaningful crypto regulation in the US, and the consequences of continued inaction could be dire. In this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, reporter Vince Quill sits down with Marta Belcher, president of the Blockchain Association and the Filecoin Foundation, to explore the urgent need for legislative clarity befor…

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Bitcoin 2025: Has Bitcoin been captured by politics and institutions? 17:19

4M ago17:19

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Is Bitcoin still the decentralized money movement it set out to be — or has it been co-opted by politics and institutions? In this week’s Byte-Sized Insight, Gareth Jenkinson travels to Las Vegas for Bitcoin 2025, where political figures, Bitcoin treasury companies, and institutional giants shared the stage. Featuring interviews with Metaplanet’s D…

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Ariel Assaraf - Coralogix - AI + Data = Digital Gold 45:54

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Ariel Assaraf is an entrepreneur and technology leader with over 15 years of experience helping companies unlock the power of their observability data. He is the CEO and Co-Founder of Coralogix, a leading in-stream data platform for full observability for logs, metrics, tracing, RUM, and security data. Ariel served in Israel’s elite intelligence un…

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Rewriting the Ledger: Bitcoin and the nature of money 30:17

4M ago30:17

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What’s money, really, and how does blockchain redefine it? Our co-hosts Nathan and Adrian dive deep with Professor Bill Maurer, a leading anthropologist of finance, to unravel the essence of money from ancient Mesopotamia to Bitcoin. Bill challenges our coin-obsessed mindset, revealing how blockchain’s record-keeping roots could reshape society’s r…

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Crypto op-eds: Who’s shaping the Web3 narrative and why it matters 41:25

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This week on Decentralize with Cointelegraph, we’re diving into the often-overlooked engine behind crypto’s public perception: opinion pieces. Joining us are Cath Jenkin, Cointelegraph’s opinion editor; Nikki Brown, chief strategy officer of Melrose PR; and Amal Ibraymi, legal counsel at Aztec Network. Together, we unpack the true power of op-eds i…

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Outside the bubble: Africa’s crypto revolution unveiled 23:37

4M ago23:37

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How is blockchain revolutionizing finance and energy in Africa? Host Nathan dives into a compelling conversation with Kevin, a Rwandan Investment Associate at StarkWare’s Africa Ventures, to explore crypto’s real-world impact. From enabling cross-border lending and peer-to-peer energy trading to building decentralized internet hotspots, Kevin revea…

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GENIUS Act moves forward: Can it fix U.S. crypto regulation? 14:43

4M ago14:43

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This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we’re heading to Capitol Hill, where US lawmakers are finally making moves on crypto regulation. From the Senate advancing the GENIUS Act — a major step toward federal stablecoin rules — to the reintroduction of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, which could protect developers from outdated licensing laws, cry…

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Trust the chain: Why staking exists 20:25

4M ago20:25

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In this episode of The Clear Crypto Podcast, we break down staking, with no jargon and no hype. What is it? Why do people do it? And how does crypto actually generate more crypto? Whether you're deep in the space or just staking your first coin, this is the plain-English guide you didn’t know you needed. Produced by Tonal Media. (00:00) Welcome to …

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MiCA regulations in motion: Stablecoins, fragmentation, and who gets to stay in the EU 18:29

4M ago18:29

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This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we’re diving into MiCA — the EU’s landmark crypto regulation — as it enters a critical implementation phase. From stablecoin restrictions to emerging licensing hurdles, what does MiCA mean for crypto’s future in Europe? Tether has already said it won’t play ball. Meanwhile, companies like BitGo are racing to comply …