Made in Dubai with Spencer Lodge #370: The Rapid Evolution Of Cypto & Is Society Moving To Cashless A Good Thing Or A Bad Thing?
This weeks guest, Karl Mohan, is a seasoned fintech and crypto executive, currently serving as General Manager for APAC and MEA and Global Head of Banking Partnerships at Crypto.com. With over two decades of experience across traditional finance and emerging technologies, Karl is known for bridging the gap between banking and blockchain innovation. Passionate about financial inclusion and responsible crypto adoption, he advocates for regulation that supports innovation, security, and trust, helping Crypto.com make cryptocurrency accessible to everyone.
In this episode, we explore how technology and regulation are shaping the future of finance, with a focus on the rapid evolution of crypto and digital payments. We discuss why Dubai has emerged as a leading hub for the industry, comparing its regulatory landscape with more democratic societies. We also look at the growing integration of crypto with traditional banking and consider the global shift toward cashless societies.
06:19 – New technologies changing the way we pay and invest
11:25 – The evolution of technology and the role of regulation
14:40 – Why Dubai has become one of the leading crypto financial centres
22:18 – The risks of crypto and how regulation and security are improving trust and confidence
34:57 – The Crypto.com x Trump Media deal and its impact on direct and indirect crypto investment
46:34 – The future of cash, societal behaviours, and the role of crypto
52:26 – Pros and cons of a cashless society and the rise of alternative payment systems
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