Around The Coin

Joe Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Hummingbird — a risk and compliance product leader from Square and Circle. He explains how AI and cleaned investigative data speed suspicious activity reporting, balances automation with regulatory explainability, and tackles emerging AI-enabled fraud and dark web trends. Conversation also covers investigator UX, transaction monitoring, and how better data helps law enforcement and compliance teams.

Join Stephen Sargeant, your host of the Around The Coin podcast, as he dives into crypto wallets used by major merchants worldwide with special guest Yolanda Liu, co-founder of Pay Protocol. Discover Yolanda's fascinating journey from AI and holographics to revolutionizing payment services in Web3. Learn how Pay Protocol offers decentralized, self-custodian wallet infrastructure, tackling key challenges like high gas fees and security risks. Yolanda also shares insights on the evolving landscape of stablecoins, regulation, and the burgeoning adoption of crypto payments in various industries. Enjoy this insightful conversation at the forefront of the crypto payments industry.  We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

In this fascinating episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant interviews Irina Chuchkina, the Chief Growth Officer at Wallet in Telegram. The discussion dives deep into the wallet infrastructure within Telegram, covering topics like stablecoins, tokenized assets, privacy, and regulation. Irina shares insights into the user adoption strategies, financial inclusion efforts, and the potential of Telegram becoming a super app. She also discusses her experiences working in various regions, the challenges of global expansion, and the duality of custodial and non-custodial wallets. A must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of messaging platforms and financial services. We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

Join host Stephen Sargeant on this insightful episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he chats with Jamie Elkaleh, CMO of Bitget Wallet. Discover the intricate world of crypto wallets, from technological advancements to global marketing strategies. Jamie delves into topics like TVL, investor protection, compliance, and the expanding role of Bitget Wallet in various jurisdictions. Learn about his unique journey from sports analytics to the Web3 space, and get an in-depth understanding of how Bitget Wallet is leading the way in payment and earn solutions for the future. Don't miss Jamie's challenge to the community at the end, and stay tuned for more captivating content on crypto wallets. We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

Join host Stephen Sargeant as he sits down with Emilio Coello, a leading product manager at Aptos Labs, in this engaging episode of Around The Coin Podcast. From his extensive background in regulatory and policy work at Bitso to his current role handling payments and stablecoins at Aptos, Emilio provides deep insights into the blockchain industry. Discover what sets Aptos apart in the competitive L1 blockchain space, their focus on institutional-grade applications, and the future of crypto payments and stablecoins. Emilio also delves into the evolving regulatory landscape, the challenges faced in the LATAM region, and the potential of financial asset tokenization. Don't miss this comprehensive discussion on the future of digital assets and on-chain compliance. We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he interviews cryptocurrency pioneer Joël Valenzuela, a core member of the Dash DAO. Joel shares his journey from the early days of Bitcoin to living a crypto-only lifestyle, completely disengaged from traditional fiat banking. This episode dives into the challenges and evolving landscape of using crypto exclusively, Dash's unique position in the privacy coin market, and the future of the crypto industry. Joel also discusses the significance of privacy, the impact of regulations, and the emerging trends in cryptocurrency adoption. Don't miss out on this insightful episode which also includes deep dives into the functionalities of the Dash platform, real-world use cases, and what's next for Dash and the broader crypto ecosystem. We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

Join host Stephen Sargeant on this episode of the Around The Coin podcast as he sits down with Jess Houlgrave, the CEO of WalletConnect. Discover how WalletConnect is integrating hundreds of wallets and thousands of applications to build a seamless ecosystem that connects diverse elements of the crypto world. Jess shares her insights on the future of AI agent wallets, stablecoin payments, and how WalletConnect is similar to Visa in the digital space. From her early ventures into crypto, creating Codex for art provenance, to her experience at checkout.com and predictions for 2026, Jess provides a deep dive into the evolving landscape of crypto and embedded finance. This is a must-watch episode for anyone interested in FinTech, crypto payments, and the future of blockchain technology. We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant sits down with Itai Turbahn, co-founder and CEO of Dynamic, to discuss Dynamic's recent acquisition by Fireblocks. Itai dives deep into the details of different types of crypto wallets, comparing Fireblocks and Dynamic, and the intricacies of wallet infrastructure in the fintech and crypto industries. He explains the importance of wallets in various applications—from payroll remittances to cross-border payments, and how blockchain and digital assets are transforming these sectors. Itai also shares his entrepreneurial journey, offers advice to founders building their own companies, and discusses the challenges and surprising elements of working in crypto and fintech. This episode is packed with insights about the future of wallet infrastructure and the role of embedded wallets in next-gen financial technology. We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud

In a lively discussion live from Money 20/20, Clarisse Hagège, founder and CEO of Dfns, shares her journey from banking to spearheading a wallet-as-a-service firm focused on crypto security for traditional finance. She highlights the critical need for robust cybersecurity standards in digital assets, revealing Dfns' innovative MPC technology to eliminate single points of failure. With insights into their collaboration with IBM and the evolving landscape of web3, Clarisse paints a promising future for digital asset adoption by banks.

Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast, as he interviews Victor Orlovski, General Partner at R136 Ventures. Victor shares his unconventional journey from being a CTO of a major European bank to founding R136 Ventures, a firm focused on early growth stage FinTech and B2B enterprise startups. In this episode, Victor discusses the challenges and strategies for scaling startups, the rapid adoption of stablecoins in developing countries, and the future of AI in various industries. Learn how Victor identifies potential investment opportunities and his unique approach to supporting founders. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a startup founder, or an investor, this episode is packed with valuable insights! We are also available via:Around The Coin — Official WebsiteBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyPlayer FMQuoraMediumX FacebookLinkedInTiktokSoundcloud