Couchonomics with Arjun

Arjun Singh

Decoding the New World Order of Finance - Unfiltered, global, weeklyAs tectonic shifts reshape the financial world, Couchonomics continues to explore the trends transforming commerce, capital, and culture. This season, we expand our lens - building on our deep focus in the MENA region while bringing in voices, stories, and innovations from around the globe.Why? Because the future of finance is no longer regional - it’s interconnected. Whether it’s AI in Asia, tokenization in Europe, or fintech policy experiments in Africa, today’s financial shifts cross borders, industries, and disciplines.Whether you’re in the industry or just fintech-curious, tune in weekly as we decode the big moves, bold ideas, and brilliant minds shaping tomorrow’s economy.Episodes drop weekly. Arabic subtitles available on YouTube: youtube.com/@couchonomicswitharjunsingh438Learn more: www.couchonomics.comSeason 4 supported by:Adyen | Mastercard | SC Ventures | Thunes | Hala | e& | Digit 9About the host: Arjun's expertise covers a broad range of areas including Fintech, Payments, Digital Assets, Embedded Finance, Application of Emerging Technologies, and the Emergence of New Business Models within the Financial Services Sector in the MEA region and globally. Arjun is deeply engaged in the Tech Start-Up ecosystem. He serves as a passive investor, advisory board member, and a notable commentator on the rapidly evolving scene.In recognition of his impactful contributions, Arjun was honored as a Top Voice of the region by LinkedIn in 2020. Learn more at www.couchonomics.com.

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Jul 15, 2024 • 54min

Ep 88. The launch of modern Islamic community bank Ruya with Christoph Koster

In this episode, we’re joined by Christoph Koster, CEO of Ruya Bank, a digital-first Islamic community bank in the UAE. Ruya Bank is dedicated to bringing ethical Islamic banking practices to all communities in the UAE, supporting SMEs, startups, and low-income groups. Christoph and Arjun explore Islamic finance and banking, the potential for growth and collaboration in Islamic fintech, Ruya’s adoption of new technologies, and more.Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of community banks, Islamic banking, and Ruya’s efforts to reshape banking in the UAE with its ethical approach.#DigitalBanking #IslamicBanking #Sustainability #CommunityBanking #couchonomics #islamicFinance #OpenBanking #Innovation #Banking #digitalbanksOur website 👉 https://bit.ly/3jk7UH0Find us on our social media platforms: Arjun's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunvirsingh/ CCN LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/couchonomics-with-arjun-singh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/couchonomics/ Twitter https://twitter.com/Arjun_Vir_Singh?s=20 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@couchonomics Subscribe to Arjun's LinkedIn newsletter, Couchonomics Crunch: https://bit.ly/3WI4A6E

Jul 9, 2024 • 54min

Ep 87. How can AI navigate the risks and stay ahead in real estate investments with Ranime El Skaff

Can you rely on AI to invest in real estate globally?Joining us this week on the #couch is Ranime El Skaff, the co-founder of PropAI—a platform that uses AI to simplify Dubai’s real estate investments. In this episode, we uncover the evolution of PropTech in the region, real estate trends, and how her company is revolutionizing real estate investment with cutting-edge technology.Ranime and Arjun also discover the challeges in real estate invetsment, the dynamics of Dubai and Saudi Arabican RE market, future plans for Prop-AI and more.Don't miss out on this episode—learn how Prop-AI is transforming the real estate landscape and what it means for the future of property investments. Available now on YouTube and all podcasting platforms! #Couchonomics #PropTech #RealEstate #AI #DubaiRealEstate #Investment #TechInnovation #FutureOfRealEstate #FintechOur website 👉 https://bit.ly/3jk7UH0Find us on our social media platforms: Arjun's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunvirsingh/ CCN LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/couchonomics-with-arjun-singh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/couchonomics/ Twitter https://twitter.com/Arjun_Vir_Singh?s=20 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@couchonomics Subscribe to Arjun's LinkedIn newsletter, Couchonomics Crunch: https://bit.ly/3WI4A6E

Jul 1, 2024 • 49min

Ep 86. Building a career in CVC with Kushal Shah, Managing Director at e& capital

What is the state of CVC, and why is now the inflection point for CVCs to grow in the MENA region?Joining us on the #couch to explore these questions is Kushal Shah, Managing Director of e& capital, the CVC arm of the e& group.In this episode, Kushal shares his expert insights on e& capital's investment areas, focus, post-investment involvement, and future plans. We delve into the growing CVC scene in the region, discussing the differences between Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) and Venture Capital (VC), e& capital's investment strategy and governance, and the challenges and recommendations for CVCs.Don't miss this insightful episode, available now on YouTube and all podcasting platforms. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic CVC landscape in the MENA region.#Couchonomics #CVC #MENA #eandCapital #Investment #Innovation #NewEpisodeOur website 👉 https://bit.ly/3jk7UH0Find us on our social media platforms: Arjun's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunvirsingh/ CCN LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/couchonomics-with-arjun-singh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/couchonomics/ Twitter https://twitter.com/Arjun_Vir_Singh?s=20 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@couchonomics Subscribe to Arjun's LinkedIn newsletter, Couchonomics Crunch: https://bit.ly/3WI4A6E

Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 4min

Ep. 85 The Truth About The Impact Of eSIMs On Telecom Sector With Dina Tsybulskaya

This week, we shift our focus to telecommunications. What once was a booming and developing sector is now seen as more traditional, showing how fast things are changing. 🌐Joining us on the #couch is Dina Tsybulskaya, the CEO of ESIM Plus. Dina shared her insights on the future of telecommunications, the impact of 24/7 connectivity, and how blockchain is revolutionizing decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN).Don't miss this conversation about what lies ahead for the telecom industry and what it means for consumers! 📱This episode is now live on YouTube and all major podcasting platforms. Tune in now! 🎙️ #Telecom #Blockchain #DePIN #FutureOfConnectivity #Couchonomics #NewEpisodeChapters:00:00 - Episode Highlights 00:44 - Introduction 03:35 - eSIM Plus 09:36 - The Advantage of eSIM Plus 14:04 - Market Trends and Growth 17:44 - Challenges and Opportunities 20:23 - Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN) 29:27 - eSIM Plus Business Model and Customer Engagement 34:30 - Future Opportunities and Challenges 37:15 - Crypto Payments and eSIM Plus 45:19 - Super App Strategy 50:42 - Why Crypto? 52:34 - Future Opportunities and Challenges 57:59 - Future of Telecommunications (B2C Perspective) 01:03:23 - Closing WordsOur website 👉 https://bit.ly/3jk7UH0Find us on our social media platforms: Arjun's LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunvirsingh/ CCN LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/couchonomics-with-arjun-singh/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/couchonomics/ Twitter https://twitter.com/Arjun_Vir_Singh?s=20 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@couchonomics Subscribe to Arjun's LinkedIn newsletter, Couchonomics Crunch: https://bit.ly/3WI4A6E

Jun 15, 2024 • 49sec