Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he welcomes back Pat Duffy, co-founder of The Giving Block, now part of Shift4. This episode delves into the evolving landscape of crypto donations and their impact on the nonprofit sector. Discover how cryptocurrencies can lower taxable income and be integrated into nonprofit operations. Pat shares his personal journey, the evolution of crypto fundraising, and both the challenges and opportunities in the field. Learn about the cyclical nature of cryptocurrency news, the push for sustainable innovation in nonprofits, and the importan ..read more

In this episode of 'Around The Coin', host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Brittany Allen, Senior Trust and Safety Architect at Sift. Brittany shares her experiences working in the industry, from fraud prevention at Etsy and Airbnb to her current role at one of the leading fraud vendors in the world. They discuss the evolution of fraud and chargebacks, how fintech and crypto companies are leveraging technology to fight financial crimes, and the latest trends in the industry. Brittany provides valuable insights into the complexities of trust and safety in an ever-changing landscape, sharing her ..read more

Episode 488: Claude Eguienta, CEO of Mimo Capital In this eye-opening episode, Claude Eguienta shares insights on Mimo Capital's innovative protocol called Kuma. Witness how they bridge the gap between traditional financial systems and the crypto world, enabling users to experience the benefits of real-world asset investments without leaving the crypto ecosystem. Prepare to be captivated by their vision of financial inclusivity, the power of decentralized education, and the potential of cryptocurrencies to reshape our society. Don't miss out on this mind-expanding conversation. Tune in now ..read more

In this episode, Mike Townsend interviews Darius Tabatabai, co-founder of Vertex Protocol, a cross-margined, order book DEX built on Arbitrum. Darius comes from an extensive background in TradFi, including as the former Global Head of Metals Trading at BAML and CS and former Head of Trading at Crosstower and JST Capital. Darius and Vertex co-founder, Alwin Peng, decided to build Vertex as a vertically integrated DEX that could compete with centralized exchanges in both features and performance.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin Podcast as he dives deep with Prashanth Balasubramanian, CEO of Striga, to explore groundbreaking topics like banking as a service, payment infrastructure across Europe, and the transformative role of stablecoins and crypto debit cards in global payments. Prashanth recounts his journey from computer science enthusiast to fintech pioneer, detailing the challenges of obtaining a VASP license in Estonia and Striga's unwavering focus on compliance and partnerships. This episode sheds light on the impact of stablecoin regulations in high remittance ..read more

In this episode of 'Around The Coin,' host Stephen Sargeant chats with Emmanuel Daniel, Entrepreneur, the award-winning founder of TAB Global. Emmanuel shares insights into the future of finance, discussing the personalization of banking, the convergence of traditional banking with crypto, and the transformative power of super apps in Asia. They delve into the implications of tokenized deposits, the regulatory landscape, and how future societal changes will impact the world of finance. This conversation is a must-listen for those interested in payments, fintech, and the evolving role of banks ..read more

Join Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he welcomes Grant Blaisdell, CEO & Co-Founder at Copernic Space to explore the groundbreaking convergence of space exploration, blockchain technology, and AI computation. Discover how Copernic Space is pioneering the tokenization of real-world assets and envisioning a future where AI and cryptocurrency mining extend into space. Learn about the innovative solutions to Earth's computing challenges, such as cooling costs and solar energy, and dive into Grant's personal journey from music to entrepreneurship. This episode offers a fascina ..read more

In this premiere episode of Around The Coin Podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Chris Harmse, the Chief Business Officer and Co-Founder of BVNK. They delve into how BVNK is revolutionizing the banking industry by leveraging stablecoins and other crypto assets to streamline B2B payment transactions. Chris shares his journey from traditional finance to founding a crypto hedge fund, and later BVNK. The conversation touches on the importance of building company culture, regulatory challenges, and emerging use cases for stablecoins in markets like Nigeria and Argentina. They also discuss BVNK ..read more

In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargent engages in a deep conversation with Arjun Bhuptani, co-founder of Everclear. Formerly known as Context Labs, Everclear is pioneering the clearing layer for Web3. Arjun discusses the crucial role of decentralization, interoperability, and scalability in Ethereum and how Everclear addresses these issues. The episode dives into the complexities of clearing in both traditional finance and Web3, utilizing insightful analogies such as Uber to make technical concepts accessible. Arjun also touches on his background in physics, the e ..read more

Join Stephen Sargeant on this episode of Around The Coin as he speaks with Rita Martins, author of 'Web3 in Financial Services'. They discuss the revolutionary applications of blockchain, cryptocurrency, AI, DAOs, NFTs, and the Metaverse. Rita shares valuable insights from her experience in banking and fintech partnerships, highlighting innovative use cases across global markets, including tokenization in Brazil's automotive sector and blockchain adoption in African markets. Tune in to learn about the evolving convergence between traditional finance and decentralized technologies, the challeng ..read more