Crypto assets and blockchain technology are about to transform every trust-based interaction of our lives, from financial services to identity to the Internet of Things. In this podcast, host Laura Shin, an independent journalist covering all things crypto, talks with industry pioneers about how crypto assets and blockchains will change the way we earn, spend and invest our money. Tune in to find out how Web 3.0, the decentralized web, will revolutionize our world. Disclosure: I'm a nocoiner.
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How can Fintech contribute to building a better world? In Season 4 of Fintech Files, we’re turning our focus to where financial technology meets social impact. This season, we explore financial inclusion, sustainable investing, and decarbonization with some of the brightest minds in the industry. As financial services touch every aspect of our lives, the opportunity to drive positive change is enormous. About Fintech Files: Join us on Fintech Files from BCG Platinion as we explore the cuttin ...
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We're connecting with leading experts across the industry to shed light on all things digital identity. We're talking trending issues, lessons learned and priorities for the future within verification and authentication. Join us across the series with/in our quickfire chats whilst you enjoy a coffee or make your way to work. Sit back, relax and listen in as we verify this, and that. #TrustMatters
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A thought-provoking journey into the depths of the human condition, the evolution of technology, and the shifting landscapes of culture. This podcast challenges conventional wisdom, explores emerging ideas, and dissects the forces shaping our lives—from artificial intelligence to art, from history to the future of human intelligence. Through deep conversations, bold insights, and a relentless pursuit of understanding, we break down the complex interplay between innovation, identity, and mean ...
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The Congressional Internet Caucus Academy works to educate policymakers on critical Internet policy issues. With funding and logistical support from the Internet Education Foundation, the Internet Caucus Advisory Committee hosts regular debates to discuss important Internet policy issues. Since its founding, the Internet Caucus Advisory Committee has built a membership of over 200 organizations from a broad cross-section of the public interest community and the Internet industry. The Interne ...
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The Digital Identity Podcast by SelfKey | Blockchain | Digital Identity | Decentralization |
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Your data is concentrated in the hands of a few large institutions. They are storing information about your browsing history, shopping habits, location, bank statements, medical history, and more. With the rising threat of data breaches, security threats, and loss of privacy - your information is increasingly at risk because you do not own your identity. We believe there is a better way. You, the identity owner - should own and control your own information. Welcome to the future of self-sove ...
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Dive deep into the evolving world of digital trust with the (un)Trustables Podcast. Join us as we unravel the complexities of the internet's missing trust layer, featuring conversations with thought leaders from startups, crypto realms, enterprises, and even (dare we say) government sectors. With each episode, we take a step closer to understanding how we can craft an internet truly worth our trust. Whether you're an industry professional, tech enthusiast, or just curious about the future of ...
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On Bloom Fireside we speak with the partners and individuals helping us build the Bloom protocol, and working to get it in the hands of everyday people who will use it and benefit from it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Future of Identity podcast talks to the people building the IDtech products of tomorrow. In each episode, Trinsic CEO Riley Hughes dives deep with founders and product builders to discuss their insights about what it takes to successfully launch an identity product. We hope you join us as we highlight the people at the forefront of making IDtech consumable for every day users and what is needed to reach mass adoption.As a leader in the self-sovereign identity movement, Trinsic has seen h ...
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Brave New Coin’s Crypto Conversation talks to the key people creating the Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrency future. Hosted by Andy Pickering, learn how this rapidly evolving industry is reshaping the world as we move towards decentralized finance, NFTs and Web3.
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Welcome to BlockTalk, a biweekly web3 podcast that focuses on anything and everything on the blockchain. We are dedicated to chatting with entrepreneurs, enthusiasts, builders and visionaries that are shaping web3! Our goal is to educate the web3 community on all things blockchain. We are providing easily digestible, long form content where individuals can tell their stories, talk about their businesses and provide their insights. We do a Twitter Space with our guest the day after every podc ...
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Global From Asia TV: Running an International Business via Hong Kong
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Video podcast discussing international business, import / export from Hong Kong and China
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Welcome to this podcast where we delve into the fascinating world of the Metaverse and its transformative potential for financial services, as explored in the groundbreaking book "Money in the Metaverse" by David Birch and Victoria Richardson. This insightful work takes us on a journey through the intersection of digital assets, online identities, and spatial computing, illuminating how virtual worlds are not just realms for entertainment but burgeoning marketplaces that require new framewor ...
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Exponential Africa podcast brings you the best thought leadership and innovation from around the world. Hosted by Mic Mann, this podcast aims to bring you impactful knowledge and ideas featuring discussions around exponential technologies, disruption, and how to leverage cutting-edge ideas to future-proof your business. Mic interviews and discusses the future of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, 3d Printing, IoT, Biotechnology and more, as well as global grand challenge ...
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The Smart Economy Podcast: Real-World Blockchain Applications with Crypto, DeFi, NFTs, and DAOs
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The Smart Economy Podcast features interviews with some of the most interesting people within the blockchain industry, working to make the new smart economy a reality.
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My name is Brad Mills, I am a Bitcoiner. I'm an average person, I just got into Bitcoin early. I'm not a coder, I look at this space from the point of view of a regular user. I believe BTC is the best form of money. It’s free speech money. Digital Gold. Programmable money for the age of the Internet, uncensorable, peer to peer cash. A new asset class, a store of value. One of the most important open source inventions of our time, gifted to the world by an anonymous creator whose identity is ...
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Dr. Amber Cazzell and guests discuss the future of technology, economics, and ethics.
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Join journalist and writer George Collins for in-depth interviews with scholars, activists, authors, and artists all over the planet to better understand this world in which we live.Partnered with the Ungagged networkhttp://leftungagged.org/
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Before It Happened takes you on an entrepreneurial journey into the future. Silicon Valley storyteller Donna Loughlin interviews entrepreneurs and innovators to discuss the moonshot in bringing their big idea to life. In each episode, you will learn wisdom and creative go-to-market strategies from global experts to drive business success.
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James Parris is a graduate student scholar, as well as an entrepreneur who has dove into many realms from communications, education, business and regularly hosts a show bringing on wide ranges of talent an enabling them to share their insights with the world.
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"Web3 Bloc Chain Show" is an innovative multimedia platform that explores the exciting world of blockchain technology and its applications across various industries. The platform serves as a voice for the decentralized community, connecting innovators and visionaries with a wider audience. Hosted by Malik Stout, a seasoned music executive known for his work with top artists such as Nipsey Hussle and Beyonce, "Web3 BLOC Chain Show" provides a fresh perspective on the world of independent crea ...
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Are you: * Struggling to keep up with the latest in bitcoin, blockchain and defi? * Worried you might be missing out on this opportunity? * Suspicious most crypto influencers are trying to sell you something? * Looking for dedicated professional research? * Interested to learn from the top minds in the industry? * Willing to spend some time getting to know the people and ideas? * Eager to learn and wanting to engage and ask questions in the comments section? If so, the MikoBits show may be f ...
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Trust vs. Truth: Redesigning Digital Identity for the Decentralized Web with Ingo Ruebe
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53:29In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Ingo Ruebe, the founder of Kilt Protocol, a decentralized digital identity solution serving enterprises, governments, and consumers. What You’ll Learn: Why Web2 identity is fundamentally broken The difference between identity and identification How W3C standards are res…
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Harrison Seletsky is Director of Business Development at SPACE ID, a universal name service network that connects and coordinates people, assets, and dApps across blockchains. Why you should listen SPACE ID is a Web3 identity platform that simplifies the process of discovering, registering, trading, and managing digital identities across multiple b…
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Bits + Bips: Why It’s Time to Be More Bullish on Bitcoin - Ep. 827
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1:26:45While it’s been a calmer week in the markets (thank God!), there’s a lot to talk about! This week on Bits + Bips, hosts James Seyffart, Ram Ahluwalia, and Steven Ehrlich, along with guest Charles Edwards of Capriole Investments, dive into: Whether it’s time to be bullish on all crypto assets Whether a Trump put actually exists The risks behind bitc…
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Fedrok AG - Proof of Green for Carbon Credits
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28:58Philip Blazdell is CEO at Fedrok AG, a Swiss-based blockchain company focused on enhancing transparency and trust in the carbon credit market. Why you should listen Fedrok AG is a Swiss blockchain company focused on combating climate change by transforming the carbon credit market. Their mission is to make Bitcoin mining environmentally friendly, u…
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Why Twenty One Capital Is More About Volatility Than Bitcoin - Ep. 826
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1:15:14The race for Bitcoin supremacy just got more complicated. Twenty One Capital, backed by Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald, plans to stack as much BTC as it possibly can. But is this new venture really about Bitcoin … or about creating a hyper-volatile stock to play market cycles? This week on Unchained, Jeff Park of Bitwise and Mark Palmer of…
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Jason Brink is the CEO and co-founder of Datagram, a decentralized real-time communication (RTC) infrastructure platform that leverages underutilized network resources to provide secure, scalable, and cost-effective communication solutions. Why you should listen Datagram is a decentralized real-time communication (RTC) infrastructure platform that …
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Kevin Rusher is the Founder and CEO of RAAC, a protocol that enables real estate tokenization, lending, and borrowing. It connects DeFi with real-world assets (starting with real estate), allowing users to tokenize properties, use them as collateral, and participate in DeFi activities. Why you should listen RAAC (Regnum Aurum Acquisition Corp.) is …
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The Chopping Block [LIVE]: Bitcoin Arms Race, Content Coin Chaos, and Ethereum’s Crossroads - Ep. 825
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48:46Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and special guest David Hoffman break down the biggest stories in crypto. This week: MicroStrategy clones are popping up, with Bitcoin-backed SPACs trying to replay Saylor’s playbook. Meanwhile, Trump launches a memecoin for dinner invites, Zora kicks o…
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Crypto.com Referral Code "2qmq7tsbt4": Unlock CRO Rewards and Exclusive Benefits Today
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Audio: The Future of Online Expression In The Trump Era: Freedom vs Regulation
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1:01:20This is audio from the April event on “The Future of Online Expression In The Trump Era: Freedom vs Regulation” The Future of Online Safety for Kids: Legislative Changes on the Horizon The Future of Online Expression In The Trump Era: Freedom vs Regulation SPEAKERS – Chris Marchese, Litigation Center Director, NetChoice – Jenna Leventoff, […]…
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Twenty One Aims to Buy as Much Bitcoin as Possible. Can It Succeed? - Ep. 824
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49:08A new company called Twenty One is making waves—with a launch strategy that echoes Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), a cap table that includes Tether, SoftBank, and Cantor Fitzgerald, and a plan to acquire more Bitcoin than anyone else. They’re starting with 42,000 BTC, worth nearly $4 billion, and they’ve hinted they’ll use convertible debt, equi…
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Exponential Africa S6 E5 - Spatial Computing for AI – How 3D Simulation is Powering the Next Era of Intelligent Machines (feat Aaron Frank)
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46:11From robotics and autonomous vehicles to digital twins and immersive design, spatial computing is at the heart of AI’s physical evolution. In this session, Aaron Frank and Mic Mann explore how 3D simulation is advancing mobility, machine learning, and real-world intelligence.By Be Exponential
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Harsehaj Singh is the CEO and co-founder of Avantis, an on-chain exchange for trading and market-making cryptocurrencies, forex, and commodities. Why you should listen Built on Coinbase’s Layer 2 chain, Base, Avantis is designed to offer traders permissionless access to crypto, forex, metals, and real-world commodities—all directly from their walle…
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Is Bitcoin a Safe Haven? Market Correlation, Gold, and Macro Chaos – The Chopping Block - Ep. 823
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1:07:45Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, the crew is joined by special guest Joe Weisenthal, co-host of Bloomberg’s Odd Lots podcast, for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation. They dive into whether Bitcoin is becomi…
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Are Stablecoins Crypto's Achilles' Heel? Quai Network's Energy-Backed Alternative with Alan Orwick
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1:00:13In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by Alan Orwick, the CEO of Dominant Strategies, a development entity creating tooling and applications on the Quai Network. What You’ll Learn: Why traditional stablecoins represent an "Achilles heel" for crypto How Quai Network's dual-token model (QUAI and QI) creates a co…
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Srini Parthasarathy is the CTO of Shardeum - an EVM-based autoscaling blockchain. Shardeum's architecture addresses the blockchain trilemma of decentralization, scalability, and security. Why you should listen Shardeum is an EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain designed to tackle the blockchain trilemma—scalability, decentralization, and security—wit…
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Bits + Bips: Why a Trump vs. Fed Showdown Would Crush the U.S. Dollar - Ep. 822
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1:10:17An independent Federal Reserve has long been the cornerstone of U.S. economic stability, but what happens when that foundation is shaken? In this week’s episode of Bits + Bips, the panel digs into one of the most dramatic threats yet to financial markets: Donald Trump’s suggestion that he could fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell. It’s not just political …
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How Asia's Crypto Communities View the Tariffs and Trump's Embrace of Crypto
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1:21:44The U.S. is rattled by tariffs, economic uncertainty, and political U-turns on crypto. But across Asia, the response has been … different. In this episode of Unchained, we check in with two of the sharpest observers of Asia’s crypto landscape: Emily Parker, China and Japan advisor of the Global Blockchain Business Council, and Yat Siu, chairman of …
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Olas - The Open Protocol For Trustworthy Information
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46:36Ciarán Murray is the founder and CEO of Olas, an open protocol for sharing, interrogating, and aggregating trustworthy information. Why you should listen Olas is an ambitious open protocol aiming to revolutionize how we produce, verify, and consume information online. Unlike traditional media platforms driven by advertising and subscriptions, Olas …
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For full show notes go to https://www.globalfromasia.com/why-decom/ The post GFATV 460 Why Do We Need Decentralized Ecommerce? Or Do We? with Michael Michelini appeared first on Global From Asia.By Michael Michelini: Global Internet Businessman in China, Asia
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Why Do We Need Decentralized Ecommerce? Or Do We? with Michael Michelini
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19:10GFA 460. Michael Michelini explores the need for decentralized ecommerce, reflecting on the current landscape, challenges with centralized platforms, and how projects like DeCom and Hamza are building a better future. Plus, a look ahead to the Cross Border Summit 2025 in Chiang Mai. The post Why Do We Need Decentralized Ecommerce? Or Do We? with Mi…
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Jesse Pollak on ‘Base Is for Everyone’ + Guy Young and Carlos Domingo on Converge - Ep. 820
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1:16:27This week on Unchained: two big stories, one episode. First, Jesse Pollak, head of Coinbase’s L2 Base, joins to unpack the chaos behind the viral “Coined It” memecoin moment, a tweet-turned-token that hit $17M in an hour, crashed, then rebounded, igniting a firestorm on Crypto Twitter. Was it a media experiment or a botched launch? Was there inside…
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The Chopping Block: OM’s Collapse, Vitalik’s Morality Test, & Tariff Chaos - Ep. 819
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57:10Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, the crew dives into the drama surrounding the OM token crash, the murky world of fake market caps, and Binance’s role in fueling questionable projects. They unpack Trump’s tariff…
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dRPC – All Data From Any Blockchain In One Place
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37:26Constantine Zaitcev is CEO at dRPC.org - a new generation web3 infrastructure and data service that combines the advantages of distributed systems with first-class UX and support. Why you should listen dRPC (decentralized Remote Procedure Call) is a protocol designed to facilitate secure and efficient communication between decentralized applicatio…
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Bits + Bips: How to Reignite Market Confidence Amid Tariff Turmoil - Ep. 818
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1:17:53Markets are nervous, liquidity is drying up, and political messaging is inconsistent at best. In this week’s Bits + Bips, the crew unpacks the shifting mood across capital markets and what it will take to bring back the risk-on energy. From Trump’s high-stakes tariff strategy to whispers of deregulation, tax cuts, and even capital flooding, the sta…
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Stabull - The Stablecoin and Tokenized RWA DEX
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33:24Ryan is the Head of Product at Stabull Finance, a Stablecoin and tokenized RWA DEX on Ethereum and Polygon. Stabull Finance is the new home for non-USD, fiat-backed stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets, providing crypto and forex traders with access to 24/7/365 FX markets. Why you should listen Stabull is a next-generation Decentralized Exch…
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The Future of Fintech | Fintech Files Season 4 Finale
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20:54We’re wrapping up Season 4 of Fintech Files with a special episode reflecting on the past season, while also looking ahead to the future of fintech. Hosts Bianca, Nora and Annika dive into the trends they have seen shape the industry, from AI-driven transformation and the rise of digital banking to the growing focus on sustainability and financial …
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Bitcoin to $200K+ This Year? These 2 Crypto Investors Think So - Ep. 817
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57:37The crypto markets are at a crossroads. While macro chaos — tariff whiplash, rising yields, and inflation fears — continues to dominate headlines, bitcoin has barely budged. And some say that’s exactly the signal. In this episode, Matt Hougan of Bitwise and Matthew Sheffield of FalconX join Laura to unpack the tension between short-term volatility …
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Barna Kiss is a co-founder of Malda, a decentralized lending protocol for individuals, institutions, and protocols to access financial services. Why you should listen Malda is a Unified Liquidity Lending protocol on Ethereum and Layer 2s, delivering a seamless lending experience through global liquidity pools, all secured by zkProofs. Malda is the …
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Why CoinFund Believes There’s Still a Strong Bull Case for Bitcoin and Crypto - Ep. 816
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39:22Tariffs were back on the table, and then they weren’t. Last week, the Trump administration stunned markets with an announcement of sweeping new tariffs, including a 10% blanket rate and a 125% tariff on Chinese imports. But within days, most of those tariffs were put on a 90-day pause. The result? A rollercoaster in equities, credit, and crypto… an…
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Exponential Africa S6 E4 - Post-AGI Planning – Are You Ready for Super Intelligence? (feat Peter Xing)
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43:06As Artificial General Intelligence becomes a near reality, how do we prepare for what comes after? Join futurist Peter Xing as he explores what super intelligence could mean for humanity—from ethical frameworks and existential risk to governance models and enhanced intelligence.By Be Exponential
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The Chopping Block: Bitcoin’s 200K Dream, Tariff Nightmares, & the Altcoin Exodus - Ep. 815
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1:05:19Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, the crew is joined by Jeff Park, Alpha Liaison at Bitwise, for a deep dive into the chaos gripping global markets and what it all means for crypto. With tariffs ripping through e…
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Bits + Bips: Why a U.S. Recession May Be Coming — And Still Isn’t Priced In - Ep. 814
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1:13:43The markets are rattled. Tariffs are rising. Investors are pulling back. In this week’s Bits + Bips, the panel digs into what’s really driving the selloff, why the Fed may be stuck, and how Trump’s tariff logic could trigger deeper economic shocks than anyone expects. Plus: Whether Bitcoin becomes a safe haven What makes this downturn different fro…
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Arthur Hayes on Why Tariffs Will Be Good for Bitcoin and Crypto - Ep. 813
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1:06:55TradFi and DeFi markets are in motion, responding to Trump’s tariffs, but a giant injection of liquidity could be on the way. Maelstrom CIO Arthur Hayes provides his expertise on economic policy, macro movements, and political implications, delving into a variety of topics, including: Trump’s rationale for tariffs The possibility of a “fiat liquidi…
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For full show notes go to https://www.globalfromasia.com/pod/ The post GFATV 459 Case Study – How Nap Got Started with Print on Demand (POD) with Napoleon Beltran appeared first on Global From Asia.By Michael Michelini: Global Internet Businessman in China, Asia
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Case Study – How Nap Got Started with Print on Demand (POD) with Napoleon Beltran
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25:14GFA 459. From corporate life to POD success—Nap’s inspiring shift to entrepreneurship and launching GFA Nexus in the Philippines. The post Case Study – How Nap Got Started with Print on Demand (POD) with Napoleon Beltran appeared first on Global From Asia.By Michael Michelini
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Concordium - The L1 Redefining Stablecoins & PayFi
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35:37Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki is the CEO of Concordium, a secure, scalable, regulatory-ready blockchain designed for real-world applications. With its built-in ID layer, predictable fees, and high-performance smart contracts, developers can build with confidence while ensuring compliance and privacy. Why you should listen Concordium is a public Layer 1 b…
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USDC's Circle Just Filed to IPO. Would It Make a Good Investment? - Ep. 812
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43:06USDC stablecoin issuer Circle has filed for an initial public offering with the SEC, as Trump’s tariffs cause turmoil in the markets and stablecoin bills make their way through Congress, promising to upend competition. The information in its prospectus shows a company that has few aces up its sleeve, a lot of business deals to make and a perhaps lo…
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Bits + Bips: Trump’s Tariffs Are Causing Mayhem, But Will They Revive U.S. Manufacturing? - Ep. 811
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1:12:05After President Donald Trump’s proud announcement of ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs, markets worldwide took a tumble. Shortly after Trump’s Rose Garden announcement concluded, James Seyffart, Steven Ehrlich, Ram Ahluwalia, and guest Quinn Thompson discussed: How markets reacted Whether tariffs can bring middle-class jobs back to America Who will end up p…
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The Chopping Block: Hester Peirce on Freedom, Fraud, & Fixing the SEC - Ep. 810
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57:37Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, the crew is joined by SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce—aka “CryptoMom”—for a rare, candid conversation. They unpack the SEC’s vibe shift, why airdrops might be doomed, and whether …
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This is The Discourse. Not a show. A space. A signal. Something I’ve carried in my head and heart for a while—and today, we begin.By James McMillon
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Interoperability in African Fintech: Throwback Episode with Alfred Mukudu from Amazon
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32:07We’re bringing back one of our favourite episodes from Season 3! We dive into the complexities and opportunities within Africa's financial services sector with Alfred Mukudu, Financial Services Go-To-Market Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS) South Africa. With over 50 countries and about 42 different currencies, Africa presents a unique landscape fo…
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At What Price Freedom? Stopping ‘All-Out Crime’ in Crypto Market Making - Ep. 809
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59:43As DeFi continues to evolve, the challenge of finding a balance between decentralization and protection from all manner of exploits persists. The founder of Infinex, Kain Warwick, joined the show to talk about: How crypto market makers have at times veered into “all-out crime” What market making looks like today Playing chart games with token alloc…
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Exponential Africa S6 E3 - AI & Big Data – Unlocking the Next Era of Intelligence (feat Wolfgang Fengler)
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34:55Discover the power of AI and data-driven innovation with Wolfgang Fengler from World Data Lab. Explore how AI and big data are shaping economies, industries, and our daily lives, unlocking new dimensions of intelligence and decision-making.By Be Exponential
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The Chopping Block: Hyperliquid’s Not-So-DeFi Moment, 23andMe, & STABLE Act - Ep. 808
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1:02:00Welcome to The Chopping Block – where crypto insiders Haseeb Qureshi, Tom Schmidt, Tarun Chitra, and Robert Leshner chop it up about the latest in crypto. In this episode, the crew dives into the Hyperliquid controversy and what it reveals about decentralization theater in DeFi. Then, things get weirder: the Say Foundation wants to buy 23andMe and …
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Hyperliquid Saved Itself a $15 Million Loss, but Sparked Criticism - Ep. 807
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43:37Perpetual swap DEX Hyperliquid suffered a whale attack and was on the brink of losing $15 million. It promptly responded in a way that generated a fair amount of controversy. The founder and CEO of Ambient Finance Doug Colkitt joined the show to explain: How perp swaps work How a whale used the low-liquidity memecoin $JELLY to attack Hyperliquid’s …
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Jens Willemen is a Partner & Co-Founder at Kairon Labs, an advisor and crypto market maker for digital asset issuers. Why you should listen In this conversation, Jens Willemen, co-founder of Kiron Labs, discusses the evolution of market-making in the crypto space, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices and the challenges faced by new token…
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Media, Money, and Misunderstandings: Bankless Sets the Record Straight with David Hoffman
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55:12In this episode of The Smart Economy Podcast, host Dylan Grabowski is joined by David Hoffman, the co-founder and host of Bankless, a cryptocurrency media brand and community that focuses on educating and empowering individuals to navigate the decentralized financial landscape. What You’ll Learn: The journey from Ethereum maximalism to broader cryp…
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Josh Bowen is the founder of Astria, the easiest way to deploy decentralized rollups. Why you should listen In this conversation, Josh Bowen, co-founder of Astria, discusses the evolution and significance of decentralized sequencing in the blockchain ecosystem. He shares insights on the current state of rollups, the impact of regulatory changes, an…
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Bits + Bips: Why Traders Are Sanguine Before Trump’s Big Tariff Day - Ep. 806
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57:19Investors are still licking their wounds from this month’s corrections. But just as Trump’s tariffs are about to move into full-force, our experts are seeing silver linings and causes for optimism. With conflicting signals coming from all corners of the map, hosts Noelle Acheson, Ram Ahluwalia, Alex Kruger, and Felix Jauvin break down: What to expe…
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