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 la…

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 hardwa…

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…

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 tr…

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, reg…

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 …

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 actionab…

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 evolu…

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 i…

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 op…

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 landsc…

In this episode of the Around the Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Marcos Viriato, co-founder and CEO of Parfin. They delve into topics around investment banking, real-world asset tokenization, and how traditional financial institutions are integrating blockchain technology. The discussion extends to how regulators and authorities…

Join host Stephen Sargeant in this episode of Around the Coin for a deep dive with Todd Ruoff, CEO of Autonomys. Discover how Autonomys is innovating in the blockchain space with their novel layer one network featuring storage, interoperability, sustainability, and accessibility. Todd shares insights on AI integration, privacy versus transparency, …

Join host Stephen Sargeant from Around The Coin Podcast as he dives deep into the world of crypto with Dan Mulligan, Founder and CEO of Nycrypto, the company behind Tidus Wallet. In this episode, they discuss a wide range of topics including meme coins, wallet infrastructure, and the U.S. government's evolving stance on Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. …

Join us in this fascinating episode of the 'Around The Coin' podcast where host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Marshall Greenwald, the founder of IoniaPay. They dive deep into the world of seamless, one-touch payments, instant transactions, and fraud elimination. Marshall shares insightful stories about the complexities of the payment sector, U.S.…

Join host Stephen Sargeant on this special episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he talks with Sam Hallene, investment partner at CMT Digital. Learn about the early days of blockchain investments, AI integration, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Sam shares insights from his journey at CMT Digital, starting fresh out of school, and offers …

In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Eitan Katz, co-founder and CEO of Kima. They delve into the challenges of interoperability in the blockchain industry, discussing how to seamlessly connect different chains and transfer value. Eitan shares insights from his early days in tech, the scalability issues of…

In this episode of the Around The Coin Podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Tachat Igityan, the founder and CFO of destream, to discuss the innovative ways the platform is transforming the content creation landscape. They dive into the challenges and solutions around payment systems, compliance, and monetization for content creators. They cove…

In this episode of 'Around The Coin' with host Stephen Sargeant, we delve into the world of blockchain and digital trust with Klay Nichol, CEO and co-founder of Stability Protocol. Join us as Klay shares his fascinating journey from professional figure skater in Canada to working at JP Morgan and Galaxy Digital, before founding a groundbreaking blo…

In this episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant has an engaging and insightful conversation with Lisa Loud, the executive director of the Secret Foundation Network. With a career that spans early days at Apple and PayPal to significant roles in crypto companies like BitMEX and ShapeShift, Lisa shares her fascinating journey. She discusses…

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 deci…

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 fina…

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 c…

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 tumultuou…

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 evolutio…