

The Future of Money
Henri Arslanian
Henri Arslanian brings you in-depth discussions and constructive analyses of the developments shaping the future of money and finance from Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies to CBDCs and DeFi
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Nov 3, 2025 • 6min
Why Crypto Treasuries Are Just Getting Started
My interview with Jehan Chu, Founder of Kenetic Capital. - Over 250 digital asset treasuries now manage tens of billions across Bitcoin, ETH, Solana and more - These vehicles are creating a flywheel of price support and market momentum - Japan's MetaPlanet and Brazil's Orange are key regional leaders - DARTs offer regulatory, tax, and capital market advantages across jurisdictions - Crypto exposure is no longer just direct ownership—it's financial engineering Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/4hEJjqh

Oct 31, 2025 • 7min
How Banks Are Quietly Preparing for a Blockchain Future
My Interview with Stephen Richardson, Chief Strategy Officer at Fireblocks . - Global banks are moving from outsourced custody to integrated blockchain infrastructure - Stablecoins are challenging the SWIFT model—especially in emerging markets - Fireblocks is seeing demand for turnkey solutions that support trading, custody, and payments - Latin American banks are leading in blockchain integration for remittances and corporate use - The biggest risk? Rebuilding closed systems that ignore blockchain's open potential Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/4qyGCum

Oct 27, 2025 • 7min
CeFi vs DeFi: The Battle for the Future of Crypto
Sergej Kunz, Co-founder of 1inch, a key player in the DeFi space, dives into the dynamic world of decentralized versus centralized finance. He shares insights on the recent surge in DeFi trading volumes, driven by volatility and institutional interest. Kunz explores how 1inch bridges CeFi and DeFi, highlighting its partnership with Coinbase. He discusses Hyperliquid's rapid rise, the importance of decentralization, and how recent U.S. regulatory shifts are shaping DeFi's future. A thought-provoking conversation on the evolving financial landscape!

Oct 23, 2025 • 45min
Inside Dubai's Crypto Regulator. My Interview with Sean McHugh, Head of Market Assurance at VARA
Excited to launch The Future of Crypto compliance — a new podcast series dedicated to unpacking the latest trends, innovations, and regulatory shifts shaping the world of digital assets. Each episode brings together leading voices in crypto compliance to explore where the industry is headed, what challenges lie ahead, and how professionals can stay ahead of the latest evolving global trends. By crypto compliance professionals. For crypto compliance professionals. Topics discussed in this episode: - The future of #crypto regulation - How VARA approaches supervision and licensing - Blockchain analytics and live transaction monitoring - Market manipulation and insider trading in digital assets - Why #DeFi and zero knowledge proofs are on regulators' radar - AI in compliance: hype or revolution? Powered by ACX Compliance - the world's largest crypto compliance specialised managed services provider. The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/3KXC68H

Oct 23, 2025 • 8min
Tokenizing Real Estate: How Dubai Is Leading the Proptech Revolution
My Interview with Amira Sajwani, Founder and CEO of PRYPCO. - Transforming #realestate through tokenization and fractional ownership - How Proptech is making real estate investing faster, simpler, and more transparent - Dubai Land Department puts property titles on-chain for the first time - Why fractional ownership opens global access to premium assets - The growing investor demand for yield-backed real-world assets - Education as the key to safe tokenized investing - The rise of younger, tech-savvy property investors in the #MENA region Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/3WkeyNK

Oct 22, 2025 • 8min
Bitcoin, ETFs, and the Next Altcoin Season.
My interview with Nic Puckrin, CEO and Founder of The Coin Bureau. - The largest crypto liquidation of the year — $1.7 billion wiped out in hours - Bitcoin's next move before the altcoin season begins - How ETFs are accelerating retail and institutional adoption - Why digital asset treasury companies may face consolidation - The impact of U.S. regulation — from the Clarity Act to new policy shifts - How education remains the best defense against scams - NFTs vs. meme coins — what's next for retail attention Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/3WhTyHi

Oct 21, 2025 • 8min
How digital asset treasuries are fuelling a new wave of altcoin demand
My interview with Taran Sabharwal, Founder and CEO of Stix. - How private OTC #crypto markets are handling over $1B in monthly volume - The cyclical nature of secondaries and locked token trading - Who's selling: VC funds and foundations - Who's buying: prop trading firms, family offices, and private wealth - Case study: #Solana secondaries moving from 50% to 15% discount - How digital asset treasury firms are enabling access for traditional capital - The arbitrage opportunity between discounted tokens and liquid futures - Why #ETFs can't compete with token treasuries on flexibility and yield - The growing role of market-neutral strategies in altcoin investments - Long-term outlook on institutional access to crypto via equity structures Powered by Phoenix Group Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/42Ue7gK

Oct 21, 2025 • 8min
200 Million + Users and Counting: Trust Wallet's Global Crypto Mission as a Self-Custody Wallet.
My interview with Eowyn Chen, CEO of Trust Wallet. - Trust Wallet surpasses 210M users globally - Growing adoption of stablecoins for remittances - Balancing ease of use and full control in self-custody - The future of data ownership and digital identity - Why self-custody is a fundamental right in the U.S. - How blockchain, not wallets, may become banks' true competitor Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/3LmwUuU

Oct 14, 2025 • 7min
How UAE banks are embracing stablecoins and blockchain?
My interview with Michael Chan, CEO of Zand Bank. - How stablecoins are reshaping global banking - The role of U.S. regulatory shifts in driving adoption - Why Zand is betting big on digital assets - How AI and blockchain are enhancing compliance and efficiency - Why banks launching their own stablecoins could be a game changer - The biggest risk keeping crypto-bank CEOs up at night Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/4q9StyM

Oct 11, 2025 • 15min
Why the Asia-Middle East corridor could be the next big opportunity and how stablecoins may reshape it.
My interview with Ben El-Baz, Managing Director of HashKey MENA. - The Asia–Middle East crypto corridor is expanding fast, driven by stablecoin-powered B2B payments. - Hong Kong's regulatory clarity has fostered a "financial-grade" crypto ecosystem across banks, brokers, and asset managers. - Dubai and the UAE are emerging as key partners in bridging East–West crypto flows. - Real estate tokenisation and cross-border stablecoin use are transforming how individuals and corporates transact. - Southeast Asia is becoming a vital region for institutional crypto adoption, especially in stablecoin settlements. - Education and regulated infrastructure remain key challenges for scaling adoption securely. Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: http://bit.ly/4n1z00D


