The Future of Money

Henri Arslanian
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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

  1. 6H AGO

    With Andrej Majcen, Co-Founder and Group CEO of Bitcoin Suisse, on Whether Institutions Are Ready for Crypto

    Andrej Majcen, Co-Founder and Group CEO of Bitcoin Suisse — one of the world's oldest crypto firms. We discuss market volatility, institutional trends, regulation, and the long game of building in crypto. - How Bitcoin Suisse evolved from retail clients to sovereign wealth funds - The biggest challenge for crypto firms in 2026 - Why regulatory clarity unlocks institutional adoption - The impact of ETFs, elections, and geopolitics on market sentiment - Strategic advice for crypto founders facing volatility Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/46gzkTF

    6 min

  2. 6D AGO

    Are World Models the Future of AI? – My Interview With Janet Adams, COO of SingularityNET

    With Janet Adams, COO, SingularityNET and one of the leading voices at the intersection of AI and crypto. We discuss why decentralised artificial general intelligence (AGI) is the next frontier—and why it must not be left in the hands of Big Tech. - Why decentralised AGI may beat centralised Big Tech AI - How open-source tools are accelerating global AI collaboration - The ethical argument for community-led AI governance - What role the Middle East—especially the UAE—can play in global AI and crypto leadership - Why world models could unlock superhuman capabilities - The birth of Zaka and AGI use cases from the region Powered by Phoenix Group Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4cpGCbs

    7 min

  3. FEB 11

    How the UAE Became a Global Crypto Hub – My Interview With Saqr Ereiqat

    My interview with Saqr Ereiqat, Secretary General, Dubai Digital Asset Association and a key voice in the UAE's digital asset evolution. We explore how the UAE became one of the world's most crypto-friendly jurisdictions and what other governments can learn from its approach. - Why the #UAE became a global magnet for crypto firms - The importance of regulatory clarity in attracting digital asset companies - How #Dubai is building a thriving blockchain ecosystem from the ground up - The role of Crypto Oasis in education, infrastructure, and policy - What's next for tokenisation, DeFi, and real-world asset adoption in the region - Lessons for policymakers from the UAE's proactive crypto stance Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4rP31DP

    8 min

  4. FEB 9

    Are Crypto Firms Safer Than Banks? With Bitgo CEO Mike Belshe

    With BitGo CEO Mike Belshe following the company's IPO. We unpack what this milestone means for the crypto industry, the future of digital asset banking, and what's next for BitGo. 🔹 What going public means for BitGo and its clients 🔹 Why BitGo is more than just a custodian 🔹 The debate over stablecoin yield: crypto vs traditional banks 🔹 Why 100% reserve banks could redefine the future of finance 🔹 BitGo's global regulatory strategy and product roadmap 🔹 Advice from Mike Belshe to crypto founders on going public Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/45WfsoH

    8 min

  5. FEB 6

    Crypto Lobby vs Bank Lobby – Who Will Win the Yield Battle

    My interview with Jason Brett, Managing Director at Key Bridge Advisors and Policy Advisor at the Wall Street Blockchain Alliance. We unpack the political and regulatory gridlock unfolding around stablecoin yield, tokenized securities, and DeFi in Washington. - Why the Genius Act's pro-stablecoin stance is now being re-litigated - The growing divide between the crypto lobby and banking lobby - Why regulators are stuck applying old laws to new tech - The SEC's innovation exemption—and hedge fund pushback - DeFi's AML dilemma: Is there a third way beyond front-end KYC? - What real compromise could look like for stablecoin yields   Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZliLSE

    8 min

  6. FEB 2

    BCB Group CEO Oliver Tonkin on Why Stablecoins Are Disrupting Global Corporate Payments

    Oliver Tonkin joins us to discuss how stablecoins are quietly replacing traditional cross-border payment rails. - Why emerging markets are leading stablecoin adoption for global payments - How stablecoins reduce settlement times and costs for corporates - The rise of stablecoin-powered settlement networks beyond SWIFT - Why regulated stablecoins are helping ease banking concerns - The growing role of Circle, Ripple, and others in cross-border transactions - The challenges of on-ramps and off-ramps—and how they're being solved - Why regulatory clarity is a major catalyst for corporate adoption - Who stands to lose in the shift to blockchain payments: legacy banks or card networks?  Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4q877FD

    8 min

  7. JAN 28

    Kula co-founder Micah Yeackley on how blockchain can transform impact investing

    We discuss how blockchain is bringing radical transparency to the impact investing sector. - Why on-chain governance gives real voice to underserved communities - How DAOs and token-based voting are reshaping village-level decision-making - Using blockchain to prove and quantify measurable impact - The challenges of device access, education, and infrastructure on the ground - How Kula is designing blockchain tools tailored to developing markets - Why measured impact will soon be mandated by investors—and tracked on-chain - How real-world assets are creating price stability for impact tokens - Why regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia are leading in blockchain adoption Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4t5BAH7

    8 min

  8. JAN 27

    David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Treasury Firm Nakamoto, on the Rise of DATs, Bitcoin Purchases from Corporates and the Future of Finance

    This interview was recorded during Abu Dhabi Finance Week. We explore the rise of Bitcoin treasury firms, why the future of global finance may rest on Bitcoin rails, and how central banks are quietly accumulating BTC behind the scenes. - Why Bitcoin on corporate balance sheets is just getting started - The explosion of Bitcoin treasury companies and why half may disappear - What makes a sustainable treasury model in crypto markets - Whether stablecoins or Bitcoin will underpin the future financial system - Why central banks are embracing Bitcoin—publicly and privately - How Abu Dhabi is becoming a Bitcoin superpower in the Middle East Powered by Phoenix Group The full interview is also available on my YouTube channel: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3ZyVNHH

    9 min
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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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  • Creator
    Henri Arslanian
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Henri Arslanian
  • Show Website
    The Future of Money

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