Around The Coin

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 becoming a pioneer in digital asset ...

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, the impact of NFTs and AI on intellec...

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 experience with various blockchains ...

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 experience with various blockchains ...

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 ordinals, the importance of layer ...

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 trading. We also explore the impact...

 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 on Solana, offering invaluable insig...

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 emails to analyzing customer servi...

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 us a glimpse into the evolution of...

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 Tarun’s journey from Bitcoin exchang...

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 evolution of crypto regulation, the mecha...

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 finance (defi), regulatory considerati...

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 salon, working with One Championship in...

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 protocols. Nick also shares insights ...

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 also shares inspiring use cases like ...

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, understanding media trends, and buildi...

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 U.S. and California, and touches o...

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 marketing, and the future of immersive e...

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 learn about LetKnow Pay's innov...