FINCIRCLE

Edgar Angeles

This podcast discuss relevant and diverse topics on Digital Economy that covers Financial Technology, Cybersecurity, Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and any other Digital Footprint under the sun. The program host and producer (Edgar Angeles) is a former banker and a seasoned FinTech professional with more than 20 years of extensive experience on digital transformation in different international corporations across various industries. He is also a notable resource speaker and thought leader on digital fraud awareness as part of his personal advocacy.

  1. 2 days ago

    Echo Chambers

    What if the biggest threat to informed decision-making isn't misinformation, but only hearing information that confirms what you already believe? Every day, our feeds are personalized by algorithms, our opinions are shaped by the communities we belong to, and our perspectives are reinforced by the content we consume. The result? Echo chambers that can influence how we think, vote, invest, and interact with the world around us. In this episode, we're joined by Dominic “Doc” Ligot, tech entrepreneur, AI advocate, and thought leader in digital transformation, to unpack the powerful role echo chambers play in today's digital economy. We'll explore how they form, why they're becoming more prevalent, and what their impact means for businesses, societies, and individuals navigating an increasingly connected world. If you've ever wondered whether you're seeing the whole picture or just an algorithmically curated version of it, this conversation is for you. LinkedIn: Dominic Ligot Email: dominic.ligot@cirrolytix.com

    Echo Chambers

  2. 9 Oct

    Breaking the Digital Trail

    Today, we're joined by Jonathan Benton, Founder and CEO of Intelligent Sanctuary, based in Cambridge, United Kingdom. Jonathan is leading a mission that sits at the intersection of technology, human potential, and purposeful innovation. Through Intelligent Sanctuary, he is exploring how emerging technologies can be harnessed not just to drive business success, but to create environments where people and organizations can thrive in an increasingly complex digital world. In this conversation, we'll dive into Jonathan's entrepreneurial journey, the vision behind Intelligent Sanctuary, and his insights on leadership, innovation, and the future of technology. We'll also explore how organizations can embrace change while staying focused on the human values that matter most. LinkedIn: Jonathan Benton Corporate Website: https://isanctuary.io Email: JB@isanctuary.io

    Breaking the Digital Trail

  3. 28 Sept

    Beyond Crypto Borders

    Welcome to another exciting episode of the podcast, where we bring you conversations with some of the brightest minds shaping the future of finance, technology, and digital assets. Today, we're delighted to be joined by Jason Carpenter, Founder and Portfolio Fund Manager of Etherbridge, a crypto asset management company based from Mauritius, focused on navigating the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape. With deep expertise in cryptocurrency markets, portfolio management, and blockchain-based investment strategies, Jason has built Etherbridge to help investors identify opportunities while managing risk in one of the most dynamic sectors in finance. In this episode, Jason shares his perspective on the current state of the crypto market, the key trends driving digital asset adoption, and how professional investors evaluate opportunities across cryptocurrencies, blockchain infrastructure, and emerging Web3 ecosystems. We’ll also discuss portfolio construction, risk management, institutional participation, and what the next phase of growth could look like for the industry. Whether you're a seasoned crypto investor, a financial professional, or simply curious about the future of digital assets, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and actionable takeaways. LinkedIn: Jason Carpenter Corporate Website: https://www.etherbridge.co

    Beyond Crypto Borders

  4. 16 Sept

    AI Innovator

    From Melbourne startup beginnings to leading an AI innovation company, his journey is one of curiosity, resilience, and vision. He’s built a platform that transforms the way businesses engage with their data. Today, we’ll hear his story — the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the lessons learned along the way. Joining us on this podcast episode is Mustafa Parekh, the founder of LazyAdmin.ai, an AI-powered platform built in Melbourne, Australia that integrates seamlessly with Salesforce and beyond. With a background in commerce and science, he brings a unique lens to technical architecture, conversational AI, and smart integrations. This episode dives into the mechanics of how LazyAdmin.ai makes data truly interactive. His mission is bold yet simple: to make data talk back —transforming how businesses interact with information and unlocking smarter decision-making. From his early work at HTTPeak Pty Ltd to pioneering Salesforce innovation through conversational AI, Mustafa’s journey reflects both technical expertise and entrepreneurial grit. In this episode, we’ll dive into his story, explore thechallenges of building an AI startup in Melbourne, and uncover his vision for the future of intelligent data solutions. LinkedIn: Mustafa Parekh Corporate Website: https://lazyadmin.ai Email: mustafa@httpeak.com

    AI Innovator

  5. 26 Aug

    Digital Dollar

    Imagine a future where the very cash in your wallet no longer exists — replaced by a government-backed digital currency that lives entirely online. The Digital Dollar isn’t just anothercryptocurrency; it’s a bold reimagining of money itself. It promises faster payments, greater financial inclusion, and a modernized monetary system. But it also raises urgent questions: Who controls access? How is privacy protected?And what happens when every transaction is traceable? In today’s episode, we’ll explore the rise of the Digital Dollar — its potential to reshape global finance, the risks it poses to individual freedoms, and the role it could play in the evolving digital economy. The Digital Dollar represents more than a technological upgrade — it’s a fundamental shift in monetary policy andfinancial infrastructure. Unlike decentralized cryptocurrencies, a central bank digital currency would be backed by the U.S. government, offering stability butraising complex questions about privacy, surveillance, and control. This is the world of the Digital Dollar: a currency that could change not just how we pay, but how we live. For this podcast episode, we’ll step into that imagined future, exploring how the Digital Dollar might transform everyday life, from the smallest purchase to the biggest financial decisions together with the valuable insights from Michael Go, Chairman of ASF Capital Group and former CEO of SSX (Sydney Stock Exchange) based from Sydney, Australia. LinkedIn: Michael Go Corporate Website:https://www.asfgroupltd.com/capital

    Digital Dollar

  6. 30 Jul

    Zero Trust Security

    SIM swap attacks remain one of the most damaging forms of identity fraud, with incidents ranging from enterprise breaches to individual crypto thefts. This particular circumstance reveal how attackers exploit telecom weaknesses, and social engineering to hijack phone numbers, intercept one-time passwords, and drain financial accounts. Recent cases highlight insider collusion, enterprise targeting, and the vulnerability of SMS-based authentication. That’s exactly why today’s guest, Mark Kreitzman from Efani Secure Mobile, is so important. He's presently the General Manager of the group based in San Francisco, California. Efani is on a mission to eliminate SIM swap attacks and protect people from one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity threats out there. We’re going to break down how these attacks work, who’s most at risk, and how you can protect yourself. LinkedIn: Mark Kreitzman Corporate WebSite: https://www.efani.com Corporate Email: mark@efani.com

    Zero Trust Security

  7. 14 Jul

    State of AI

    The Philippines stands at a digital crossroads. With one of the world’s fastest rates of AI adoption, Filipino professionals are embracing intelligent tools in their daily work. Yet beneath this enthusiasm lies a sobering reality: the nation is structurally unprepared to scale, govern, and sustain its AI future. Enter Cirrolytix — a homegrown analytics powerhouse. From warning against the dangers of ‘shadow AI’ to championing sovereign capacity, Cirrolytix has become a voice for responsible innovation. Their work, including the Grassroots Perspectives roadmap, reframes AI not as a mere technology upgrade but as a national development imperative. By pushing for education, ethics, engineering, and enforcement, Cirrolytix is helping the Philippines transform from fast adopters into sovereign builders — ensuring that AI serves not just productivity, but people, dignity, and progress. Today, we are honored to welcome Claire San Juan-Tayco, the Chief Executive Officer of CirroLytix based from Manila, Philippines. Claire is a trailblazer in the field of AI and analytics, with over two decades of experience spanning banking, risk management, and social impact innovation. Under her leadership, CirroLytix has become a global force for “data for good,” creating actionable intelligence to address pressing challenges in public health, climate resilience, education, and human rights. Claire’s groundbreaking work includes Project Aedes.ai, the dengue prediction system that earned recognition as the Philippines’ first Digital Public Good and won acclaim at the NASA Space Apps Challenge. She has also been instrumental in advancing data literacy nationwide as curriculum lead for Project SPARTA PH, training more than 40,000 professionals in data science skills. Beyond her technical expertise in NLP, geospatial analytics, and AI governance, Claire is a passionate advocate for women in STEM and ethical AI development. She is a visionary leader who is not just shaping the future of analytics, but championing a movement for social impact through technology. Corporate Website: https://www.cirrolytix.com & https://cirrolytix.ai LinkedIn: Claire San Juan - Tayco Facebook / Meta: Cirrolytix Corporate Email: francesclaire.tayco@cirrolytix.com Twitter / X: @cirrolytix

    State of AI

  8. 30 Jun

    New Treasury Frontiers

    In this particular episode, we’ll explore how TECIEM is redefining treasury solutions—empowering institutions with smarter, more agile tools to navigate the complexities of capital markets. From risk management to liquidity optimization and digital transformation, we’ll uncover the insights driving the future of finance. Today we’re joined by Prasad Rao for the 2nd time around. Formerly with FINASTRA but he’s presently the Lead Solutions Consultant at TECIEM, a global fintech leader in treasury and capital markets. Based in Singapore, Prasad brings over 2 decades of experience helping banks across Asia-Pacific embrace digital transformation in their treasury operations. His career spans leadership roles at Finastra, Thomson Reuters, Misys, and Teradata, where he specialized in delivering solutions like Kondor, Opics, & Sophis and driving automation projects for regulatory reporting to authorities such as HKMA, MAS, and the FSB. At TECIEM, Prasad is at the forefront of guiding financial institutions through complex challenges like ASEAN T+1 settlements, risk management, and compliance, ensuring resilience in rapidly evolving markets as he combines deep technical expertise with a customer-first mindset. TECIEM is a newly independent company specializing in treasury and capital markets technology, spun off from Finastra’s Treasury and Capital Markets (TCM) division in 2024. It provides financial institutions worldwide with platforms for trading, risk management, compliance, and investment operations. Corporate Website: www.teciem.com LinkedIn: Prasad Rao Email:prasad.rao@teciem.com

    New Treasury Frontiers
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This podcast discuss relevant and diverse topics on Digital Economy that covers Financial Technology, Cybersecurity, Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence and any other Digital Footprint under the sun. The program host and producer (Edgar Angeles) is a former banker and a seasoned FinTech professional with more than 20 years of extensive experience on digital transformation in different international corporations across various industries. He is also a notable resource speaker and thought leader on digital fraud awareness as part of his personal advocacy.

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  • Creator
    Edgar Angeles
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    108
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Edgar Angeles
  • Show Website
    FINCIRCLE