

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 29, 2023 • 34min
Decrypting Crypto Derivatives and Market Dynamics with XBTO CEO
A deep-dive with CEO and Co-Founder of XBTO global, Philippe Bekhazi, into the world of crypto derivatives, market-making, the infrastructure gaps, the prospects of a Bitcoin ETF approval and how regulations are impacting crypto businesses globally.

Nov 14, 2023 • 24min
What is the latest with Cardano?
A conversation with Frederik Gregaard, CEO of Cardano Foundation recorded at the Cardano Summit in Dubai. What makes Cardano unique? How is it different from other L1s? What are the use cases best suited for Cardano vs other L1s?

Nov 6, 2023 • 39min
The Opportunities and Challenges of Crypto Hedge Fund Investing
Richard Byworth, Managing Partner at Syz Capital, joins the podcast to discuss allocating to crypto hedge funds. He shares his approach to manager selection, operational due diligence, risk management and the unique particularities of investing in crypto hedge funds. Richard also covers what role Bitcoin and crypto hedge funds can play in a diversified portfolio and the opportunities for institutional investors.

Oct 26, 2023 • 40min
Why and how India, Nigeria and Vietnam are driving crypto adoption globally?
Kim Grauer, Director of Research at Chainalysis, joins the podcast to provide an overview of crypto adoption patterns worldwide. Learn why Central & Southern Asia are hotspots. Discover how gaming drives crypto use in the Philippines. Understand stablecoin reliance in Argentina and Bitcoin's popularity across Africa. Gain insights into crypto activity continuing in banned markets like China.

Sep 19, 2023 • 35min
The Future of Crypto Custody: Mainstream Staking, Self Custody and More
Hex Trust Co-Founder and CEO Alessio Quaglini joins the show to break down the state of crypto custody services and the future trends. Alessio shares his experiences on building a custodian and the challenges of complying with crypto custody regulations, whether custody services are becoming commoditized, the potential mainstream adoption of staking services and the future of self custody.

Aug 30, 2023 • 31min
The Future of Crypto VC Investing with Kenetic's Jehan Chu
What is the future of metaverse ecosystems and NFTs? What are the biggest opportunities for investing in Web3 in this bear market? What are the red flags to look out for when investing in web3 projects? One of the most experienced Web3 and crypto VC investors, Jehan Chu, shares his insights with Henri Arslanian.

Aug 16, 2023 • 32min
Are TradFi Hedge Funds Entering the Crypto Space?
Are hedge funds optimistic about the long-term potential of digital assets? Why the percentage of hedge funds investing in crypto decreased after the FTX collapse, but the average crypto allocation by those invested grew. How regulatory uncertainty and reputational risk have emerged as key barriers to greater adoption. James Delaney, Director of Government Affairs at AIMA, joins the Future of Money podcast to examine how traditional hedge funds are beginning to allocate to crypto assets despite recent volatility.

Aug 3, 2023 • 36min
Performing Due Diligence in Crypto: What to Watch For
Perform Due Diligence Services Co-Head James Newman joins the show to explore the nuances of operational due diligence (ODD) in the digital assets space compared to traditional finance. Learn why thorough background checks and robust internal controls are crucial for crypto firms. Uncover the red flags to watch for at crypto exchanges and custodians, understand why exchange proof-of-reserves may not always provide a complete picture and more.

Jul 21, 2023 • 38min
How to pick crypto hedge fund managers? A crypto Fund of Funds perspective
Blockstone Capital CIO Yevgeny Bebnev joins the show to discuss some of the biggest trends in the global crypto hedge fund ecosystem, from obstacles for traditional funds entering the space and strategies for selecting successful fund managers to the potential shift from centralised to decentralised systems. Dive into these topics and more.

Jul 4, 2023 • 35min
The Future of Crypto Mining
Bit Digital CEO Sam Tabar joins the show to explore the state of crypto mining. As an increasing number of investors and institutions push for more sustainable practices, how will the Bitcoin mining industry respond?