
Blockchain Insider Podcast by 11:FS
Blockchain Insider, hosted by Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield, is a dedicated podcast specialising in crypto, blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT). Make it your home for cryptocurrency news!
Since the price of Bitcoin has rocketed, and Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin have become household names, Blockchain Insider has charted their rise in a way that's accessible to new listeners.
Blockchain Insider is putting out 2 episodes a month - one news show looking at all the biggest news in the sector, and the other an insights show where we deep dive into a particular subject, topic or trend in the industry.
Whether you're a cryptocurrency expert or you've been avidly following its rise from afar and need to know more - this is the podcast for you!
Latest episodes

Dec 7, 2022 • 54min
176. News: Uniswap overtakes Coinbase as second-largest ETH exchange after FTX fall
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week to talk about the latest and greatest news in the world of crypto, including:
Everything you need to know about the FTX Crash, and Uniswap Overtakes Coinbase as Second-Largest Exchange Trading Ethereum 3:12
Telegram to launch a cryptocurrency exchange and non-custodial wallet 17:22
JP Morgan, DBS, SBI Digital Asset complete DeFi tokenization trials on public blockchain while New York Fed and leading banks start regulated liability network pilot 33:50
Nike Launches .Swoosh Web3 Platform, With Polygon NFTs Due in 2023 43:22
Market Maker Keyrock Raises $72M Amid FTX Contagion 44:29
Ledger Rolls Out ‘Crypto Life’ Debit Card Across UK and Europe 46:13
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Dalip Tyagi, SVP and Head, Developer Relations at Polygon Technology
Edward Woodford, CEO at Zerohash
Just a quick reminder - nothing we share here is legal, tax or financial advice. Views or opinions expressed by the panel are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of the entities they are representing.
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Dalip Tyagi and Edward Woodford.Links:
Everything you need to know about the FTX Crash, and Uniswap Overtakes Coinbase as Second-Largest Exchange Trading Ethereum
Everything you need to know about the FTX Crash, and Uniswap Overtakes Coinbase as Second-Largest Exchange Trading Ethereum
Telegram to launch a cryptocurrency exchange and non-custodial wallet
JP Morgan, DBS, SBI Digital Asset complete DeFi tokenization trials on public blockchain while New York Fed and leading banks start regulated liability network pilot
JP Morgan, DBS, SBI Digital Asset complete DeFi tokenization trials on public blockchain while New York Fed and leading banks start regulated liability network pilot
Nike Launches .Swoosh Web3 Platform, With Polygon NFTs Due in 2023
Market Maker Keyrock Raises $72M Amid FTX Contagion
Ledger Rolls Out ‘Crypto Life’ Debit Card Across UK and Europe

Nov 23, 2022 • 42min
175. Insights: Getting to the bottom of Decentralised Exchanges
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week for another deep dive - where we are going to be taking a look at the world of Decentralised Exchanges, aka DEXs.
In this show, we wanted to start at the very beginning and explore what DEXs are, how they compare to their centralised counterpart, the user benefits of using a DEX, the differences in business model between DEX and CEX, and the potential downsides too.
With the market is going through its Eron/Lehman/Bear Stearns moment, we also couldn't help but take a look at what the future will hold for DEXs, and what kind of progress we're hoping to see with DEXs over the next 2-3 years.
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Ludmila Lopes, Independent web3 researcher at Bankless Brasil DAO
Karel Kubat, CTO at Composable Finance
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Karel Kubat and Ludmila Lopes.

Nov 9, 2022 • 44min
174. News: Is Reddit part of the key to making crypto mainstream?
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week to talk about the latest and greatest news in the world of crypto, including:
UK Minister Proposes Measures to Regulate Crypto Ads, Ban Unauthorised Providers 1:52
Reddit Now Has More NFT Wallets Than the OpenSea Marketplace 11:33
Blockchain.com Visa Card, Powered by Marqeta, Debuts with 50,000 Sign-Ups at Launch 24:27
Crypto Exchange FTX Is Working on Creating a Stablecoin: Report 34:43
Ramp closes $70m Series B fundraise led by Mubadala Capital and Korelya Capital 35:45
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Hanan Nor, Program Manager at Outlier Ventures
Selin Suntay, CEO & Co-Founder at Polarys
Just a quick reminder - nothing we share here is legal, tax or financial advice. Views or opinions expressed by the panel are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of the entities they are representing.
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Hanan Nor and Selin Suntay.Links:
UK Minister Proposes Measures to Regulate Crypto Ads, Ban Unauthorised Providers
Reddit Now Has More NFT Wallets Than the OpenSea Marketplace
Blockchain.com Visa Card, Powered by Marqeta, Debuts with 50,000 Sign-Ups at Launch
Crypto Exchange FTX Is Working on Creating a Stablecoin: Report
Ramp closes $70m Series B fundraise led by Mubadala Capital and Korelya Capital

Oct 26, 2022 • 46min
173. Insights: Engaging with DAOs
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week for another deep dive - taking a deeper look at DAOs!
It’s been almost a year since we published Insights episode 146 - Deconstructing DAOs.
But, the world of DAOs is ever-evolving, and we thought that it’s about time we revisit the topic to see what progress they have made - and now shift the focus to consumers in that context.
How do consumers go about learning more about the space? What challenges do they face? How are they addressed? And of course, what can they expect from the future?
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Conor Svensson, Founder and CEO of Web3 Labs
Cokie Hasiotis, Founder, Twali
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Cokie Hasiotis and Conor Svensson.

Oct 12, 2022 • 45min
172. News: What will the White House ‘Comprehensive Framework’ change?
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week to talk about the latest and greatest news in the world of crypto, including:
White House Releases ‘Comprehensive Framework’ for Crypto Regulation and Development 2:03
Korean Crypto Bank Inks Deal to Offer Ethereum Staking to Investors 16:09
Starbucks Taps Polygon for Its 'Starbucks® Odyssey' Web3 Experience 28:20
Lugano stakes claim to become cryptocurrency capital of Europe 38:27
South Korea issues arrest warrant for Terra founder Do Kwon 39:08
NFT creator Doodles raises $54M in funding at $704M valuation 40:54
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Amanda Cassatt, Co-founder & CEO of Serotonin
Dante A. Disparte - Chief Strategy Officer, Head of Global Policy at Circle
The Tweet of the Week comes from Anna Irrera, @annairrera.
Just a quick reminder - nothing we share here is legal, tax or financial advice. Views or opinions expressed by the panel are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of the entities they are representing.
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Amanda Cassatt and Dante A. Disparte .Links:
White House Releases ‘Comprehensive Framework’ for Crypto Regulation and Development
Korean Crypto Bank Inks Deal to Offer Ethereum Staking to Investors
Starbucks Taps Polygon for Its 'Starbucks® Odyssey' Web3 Experience
Lugano stakes claim to become cryptocurrency capital of Europe
South Korea issues arrest warrant for Terra founder Do Kwon
NFT creator Doodles raises $54M in funding at $704M valuation

Sep 28, 2022 • 49min
171. Insights: Understanding the world of developers
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week for another deep dive - it's time to get familiar with developers!
Devs are often shrouded in mystery - despite being a core part of this space. So what we want to do today is fully immerse ourselves in their world.
Join us while we dive into what devs actually do, how to break into this industry, how important dev communities are and what challenges they might face, as well as what we hope to see from the future!
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Anthony Day, Founder of Blockchain Won't Save the World Podcast
Limaris Torres, Senior Security Advisor at Halborn
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Anthony Day and Limaris Torres.

Sep 21, 2022 • 35min
Bonus: Blockchain Rio - Blockchain for good
gm. Mauricio Magaldi hosted a live onstage panel as part of Blockchain Rio, on our very own Blockchain Insider stage!
Join us while we explore what blockchain for good really means, if blockchain actually has the power to change certain imbalances, what sectors could benefit most from the use of blockchain and crypto, and of course - what to expect from the future!
This week's guests include:
Marilia Silveira, Co-founder FEAT THE FUTURE, partner and CMO PHONOGRAM.ME, Founder ELEVANTE cofounder MIMA EXCHANGE, board member TIPA
André Salem, Founder and Ceo - BLOCKFORCE
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: André Salem and Marilia Silveira.

Sep 14, 2022 • 42min
170. News: Ripio launch prepaid crypto card and Netflix enters Decentraland
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week to talk about the latest and greatest news in the world of crypto, including:
Latin American Crypto Firm Ripio Launches Prepaid Crypto Card in Brazil - 1:30
Steven Bartlett’s web3 creator platform Thirdweb raises £20m - 13:20
Netflix enters Decentraland metaverse promoted by Ryan Gosling - 23:00
Star-studded digital avatar startup Genies launches NFT fashion marketplace - 30:10
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Megan Knab, Co-Founder and CEO of Franklin
Joao Reginatto, VP of Product at Circle
The Tweet of the Week comes from Liz Truss, @trussliz.
Just a quick reminder - nothing we share here is legal, tax or financial advice. Views or opinions expressed by the panel are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of the entities they are representing.
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Joao Reginatto and Megan Knab.Links:
Latin American Crypto Firm Ripio Launches Prepaid Crypto Card in Brazil
Steven Bartlett’s web3 creator platform Thirdweb raises £20m
Netflix enters Decentraland metaverse promoted by Ryan Gosling
Star-studded digital avatar startup Genies launches NFT fashion marketplace

Sep 7, 2022 • 38min
Bonus: Blockchain Rio - State of Blockchain In LatAm
gm. Mauricio Magaldi hosted a live onstage panel as part of Blockchain Rio, on our very own Blockchain Insider stage!
Join us while we explore what the current state of blockchain in Latam is like, the regulatory progress and how people's perceptions and opinions of crypto might be changing, and of course - what to expect from the future!
This week's guests include:
Carlos Rischioto, Principal Client Engineering Manager - Latin America at IBM
Gladstone Arantes Jr., DSc, Blockchain Specialist - BNDES
Sebastian Raul Wain, Co-founder and CEO at COINFABRIK and NEKTRA
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Carlos Rischioto, Gladstone Arantes Jr., and Sebastian Raul Wain.

Aug 31, 2022 • 40min
169. Insights: How can web3 change the film industry?
gm. Mauricio Magaldi and Cuy Sheffield are back this week for another deep dive, this time into all things film and web3.
We have already covered design and music as NFTs and how they change in this space, but what about perhaps the most popular and consumed form of art? How will film change in the world of web3, and has it already started?
The film industry and the Hollywood machine has been known as ‘a rich man’s playground’ - with power dynamics showing Hollywood often favours the rich, and more often that not - men.
Will web3 be able to bring on a new era of inclusivity, diversity, and equitable compensation for filmmakers?
We are also joined by some amazing guests:
Hrish Lotlikar, Co-Founder & CEO at SuperWorld
Alveena Khalid, Director of Growth - Blockchain Marketing at Film.io
Camilla Russo, Founder at The Defiant
This episode is sponsored by Visa.
This episode is brought to you by Visa, one of the world’s leaders in digital payments.
Crypto has opened up a new world of possibility. And Visa is helping everyone take part.
Visa enables commerce across their network and crypto networks through solutions like Fintech Fast Track, a quick and easy way for crypto innovators to issue payment credentials.
Join us in this new money movement. Learn more at visa.com/crypto.
If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
Want to join the conversation on all the topics discussed? Tweet the show at: www.twitter.com/bchaininsiderSpecial Guests: Alveena Khalid, Camila Russo, and Hrish Lotlikar.