Bitcoin.com News Interviews

How did Japan become a leader in stablecoin infrastructure—and what role could JPY-backed stablecoins play in the future of global finance?Seihaku Yoshida, Founder and CEO of Hashport, joins Bitcoin.com News to share insights from the frontlines of Japan’s evolving crypto ecosystem. From launching during the crypto winter to building one of the country’s largest stablecoin payment platforms, Seihaku explains why regulation, innovation, and timing all matter.In this episode, we explore Japan’s approach to crypto policy, the rise of stablecoin adoption, and how emerging technologies like AI could reshape how digital currencies are used.If you're curious about stablecoins, global crypto infrastructure, and where the industry is heading next, this conversation offers a unique perspective from Japan.⏱️ **Chapters:**00:34 – Starting the Company01:21 – Background & Experience03:26 – Challenges in 201805:15 – Consulting & Early Crypto Projects07:00 – Hashport’s Current Focus09:16 – Transition to Wallet Infrastructure11:05 – Japan Expo Experience13:02 – Strategies & Collaborations16:31 – Japanese Crypto Users21:16 – Future Opportunities26:23 – Japan’s Regulatory Environment29:00 – The Role of Stablecoins

What is holding blockchain performance back?In this episode, Annabelle Huang, CEO of Altius Labs, discusses crypto scalability, execution-layer bottlenecks, and the growing demand for high-performance blockchain infrastructure. The conversation explores app chains, onchain trading, decentralized finance (DeFi), and how new market players are shifting expectations around speed and efficiency.Topics include crypto infrastructure, blockchain scalability, execution performance, modular architecture, DeFi trading, and institutional adoption.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Scaling Discussion00:17 - Interview with Annabel Wong01:09 - Thoughts on Digital Asset Summit (DAS)02:10 - Tokenization and Infrastructure Insights03:15 - Privacy and Compliance in Blockchain05:21 - Altius Labs' Focus and Strategy08:23 - Fintech and Enterprise Interest10:05 - Infrastructure Development Trends13:31 - Privacy Solutions and Challenges16:37 - Market Trends and Scalability19:54 - Scalability and Decentralization22:27 - Institutional Interest and Market Activity26:58 - Altius Labs' Roadmap and Future Plans

Gary Liu, co-founder of Terminal 3, breaks down why crypto isn’t dying—but evolving into a more mature financial system.In this episode, we explore the rise of stablecoins, the role of AI in enterprise environments, and the growing importance of security and governance for AI agents. Gary also shares insights on how agent-to-agent payments could reshape digital finance, and why stablecoins may become the backbone of this emerging economy.We also discuss Japan’s role in the global crypto ecosystem and what it signals for broader adoption.Topics include: stablecoins, AI security, crypto adoption, digital payments, Web3 infrastructure, and the future of finance.

Are AI agents about to replace traditional software—and even jobs?In this episode, Yat Siu, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Animoca Brands, explains how autonomous AI agents are creating a new economy where anyone can build, automate, and monetize digital tasks in minutes.From earning $125,000 with a single agent to building over 1,000 AI-powered skills, this conversation explores how AI is transforming software, work, and the future of the internet.If you're interested in artificial intelligence, crypto, Web3, or the future of work, this episode breaks down what’s coming next—and how you can get started.Topics covered:- AI agents vs traditional software and search tools- How AI agents are changing jobs and productivity- Real-world earnings: $125K from a single AI agent- The rise of the AI agent economy and skill marketplaces- How AI agents learn, improve, and scale- Building custom tools in minutes (no coding required)- Practical use cases for everyday users and businessesRecorded in Tokyo, Japan during cherry blossom season.Follow Bitcoin.com News for more insights on AI, crypto, and Web3:https://x.com/BTCTN⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Intro & Opening00:30 Animoca Minds Update: 1,000+ Skills Built02:00 Yat Siu’s Personal Agent Evolution: 200 Agents Running03:20 One Agent Learning & Self-Replication05:00 Real Money: $125,000 with a Single Agent07:30 AI Agents vs. Search Tools09:00 The Mental Framing: Think of It as Hiring11:15 The Agent Economy & Marketplace12:00 Pricing & The Future14:30 Practical Applications & Closing

Mel Mattison joins Alex Richardson to break down the biggest forces shaping today’s global economy—Bitcoin, inflation, war, and the future of the U.S. financial system.In this episode, they discuss the economic impact of geopolitical tensions, including the Iran crisis, and how the world is shifting toward a multipolar system. Mel explains why rising U.S. deficits and persistent inflation could reshape markets—and what it means for investors.They also explore Bitcoin’s long-term role, gold as a hedge, and why traditional portfolio strategies may no longer be effective in this new macro environment.Topics include: Bitcoin adoption, inflation trends, U.S. debt crisis, global markets, asset allocation, and the future of money.Chapters:00:00 Market Predictions and Economic Outlook03:11 Geopolitical Tensions and Their Economic Impact05:59 The Shift to a Multipolar World09:12 Bitcoin's Resilience and Future Potential12:05 U.S. Fiscal Situation and Inflationary Pressures18:05 Reconsidering Asset Allocation Strategies24:28 Inflation and Asset Valuation Dynamics26:55 The Promise of Latin American Markets31:42 The Debate on Affordability and Asset Price Inflation37:48 Wage Growth and Economic Stability40:12 The Role of Bitcoin and Digital Assets44:23 Exploring the Themes of 'QUAS'

It started in a one-bedroom apartment. Then 400 people showed up — and everything changed.In this episode, Tobias Bauer (TBV) shares how *The Best Event (TBE)* scaled to 53,000 attendees in 2025 — and why most crypto events fail.A deep dive into what actually drives deals in Web3: networking, data, and experience.📌 Key Topics:- Scaling from meetups to global events- Why most side events fail- Data-driven matchmaking- $1M+ event economics- What’s next for TBE-🎙 Host: David Sencil📍 Recorded at TeamZ TokyoFollow: https://x.com/BitcoinNewsExplore: https://thebestevent.com/

What’s really happening in APAC’s crypto scene?In this episode, Willy Wu dives into the latest trends shaping the region—from China’s early meme coin activity to Japan’s explosive 5x growth in Q1. We also unpack how product innovation is driving real-world Web3 adoption and making crypto more accessible for everyday users.Timestamps:00:00 Intro: Bitget Wallet & Willy Wu02:56 Willy Wu’s crypto journey05:53 Stablecoins in APAC09:10 User behavior in crypto trading12:10 Inside Bitget Wallet features15:06 Making crypto simple for everyone17:56 AI & the future of UX21:03 Japan’s adoption of Bitget Wallet23:50 The evolving APAC crypto landscape27:03 What’s next for Japan?Tune in to understand where crypto in Asia is headed next 🚀

Allen Ng, Co-Founder & CEO of Everest Venture Group (EVG), joins us to break down why Hong Kong has emerged as Asia’s leading crypto hub in 2026.From launching startups in college to working on venture deals later acquired by Amazon, Allen’s journey spans the early days of tech to the rise of crypto. Since entering the space during the 2017 ICO era, he has built EVG into a 200-person firm delivering 400+ smart contract audits annually across major blockchain networks.In this conversation, we explore how Asia’s crypto landscape has evolved — and why Hong Kong is now at the center of it.Allen shares insights on:- The shift from the ICO era to today’s institutional crypto landscape- How Hong Kong overtook Singapore as Asia’s top crypto hub- The key differences between Hong Kong’s “bottom-up” ecosystem and Singapore’s “top-down” approach- Why talent and execution matter more than regulation- How Hong Kong connects to China’s vast engineering talent pool- Emerging markets like Vietnam and their growing crypto adoption- What founders should consider when choosing where to build in AsiaThis is a grounded, experience-driven discussion on the realities of building in crypto — based on over a decade of firsthand experience in the industry.📍 Recorded at Consensus HK | Bitcoin.com News Connect with us: Bitcoin.com News: https://news.bitcoin.comGuest: Allen Ng — Co-Founder & CEO, Everest Venture Group (EVG) | https://www.evg.co/Host: David SencilFollow for more conversations with builders shaping the future of crypto in Asia.

Is Bitcoin about to crash again… or is the bottom finally in?Top market technician Katie Stockton (CMT) joins Bitcoin.com News to break down what’s REALLY happening with BTC — and why this current rally might not mean what you think.From critical support levels to hidden technical signals, this interview reveals what smart money is watching right now.In This Video:- Is Bitcoin’s bear market secretly still active?- The truth about BTC’s “basing phase”- MACD signal that could predict the next big move- Why $58K is a crucial level- ETH vs BTC — which one leads the market now?- Are ETFs helping… or making things worse?Key Insights:- Short-term bounce ≠ long-term reversal- Ethereum offers bigger upside — but higher risk- ETFs are accelerating volatility- The ETH/BTC ratio may reveal where the market is heading⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Bitcoin Market Overview02:59 Katie Stockton’s Background06:04 Technical Analysis in Crypto08:50 Market Sentiment Insights11:50 Basing Phases Explained14:55 ETF Impact on Bitcoin17:50 Bitcoin vs Ethereum21:10 Risk Appetite & Correlations23:50 What’s Next for Bitcoin?👇 So what do YOU think?Is Bitcoin already at the bottom — or is another drop coming?Share your thoughts in the comment section.

MetaPlanet bought Bitcoin at $65K—and saw a 5,000% increase in Bitcoin per share, becoming Japan’s top-performing public company.But the journey wasn’t easy. Think multiple 70% drawdowns, rapid market cycles, and unwavering conviction.In this episode, Dylan LeClair (Director of Bitcoin Strategy at MetaPlanet) joins David Sencil from the Japan Bitcoin Future Forum to break down the strategy behind the numbers—and what could drive the next Bitcoin bull run.We cover:• Why Bitcoin per share matters more than stock price• Navigating extreme volatility as a Bitcoin treasury company• How STRC is opening the door for institutional BTC exposure• Why most global capital still can’t access Bitcoin• What could trigger the next major bull cycleA deep dive into how institutions are positioning for Bitcoin’s future.Filmed at the Japan Bitcoin Future Forum.Timestamps:00:00 Bitcoin's Price Dynamics and Market Perception02:59 Sailor's Strategy and the Role of STRC06:13 MetaPlanet's Vision and Shareholder Engagement09:06 Catalysts for the Next Bitcoin Bull Market11:48 The Dual Role of Host and Guest