523 episodes

Around The Coin is an award-winning top fintech podcast. Co-Hosts Faisal Khan and Mike Townsend to discuss all things in the world of crypto and payments, from the trading of shells to bitcoins and everything in between!

Around The Coin Faisal Khan and Mike Townsend | Glassbox Media

    • Business
    • 4.6 • 26 Ratings

Around The Coin is an award-winning top fintech podcast. Co-Hosts Faisal Khan and Mike Townsend to discuss all things in the world of crypto and payments, from the trading of shells to bitcoins and everything in between!

    Why Banks Need Modern Technology - Brian Muse-McKenney | #522

    Why Banks Need Modern Technology - Brian Muse-McKenney | #522

    Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast where he interviews Brian Muse-McKenney, the Chief Revenue Officer of Episode Six. Tune in as they discuss the intricacies of payment infrastructures, Banking as a Service (BaaS), Cards as a Service (CaaS), and the evolving landscape of traditional banking. They dive deep into the innovations and challenges within the payment ecosystem, exploring real-time payments, fintech solutions, and the rise of non-bank financial services. Brian ...

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Web3 Financial Services in Modern Society - Rita Martins | #521

    Web3 Financial Services in Modern Society - Rita Martins | #521

    Join Stephen Sargeant on this episode of Around The Coin as he speaks with Rita Martins, author of 'Web3 in Financial Services'. They discuss the revolutionary applications of blockchain, cryptocurrency, AI, DAOs, NFTs, and the Metaverse. Rita shares valuable insights from her experience in banking and fintech partnerships, highlighting innovative use cases across global markets, including tokenization in Brazil's automotive sector and blockchain adoption in African markets. Tune in to learn ...

    • 59 min
    Women Leading in Crypto and FinTech - Elizabeth Rossiello | #520

    Women Leading in Crypto and FinTech - Elizabeth Rossiello | #520

    Join host Stephen Sargeant on this episode of 'Around The Coin' as he interviews Elizabeth Rossiello, Founder and CEO of AZA Finance. Elizabeth discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a crypto/fiat FX trading company in Nairobi since 2013. Listen in as she shares her experiences navigating regulatory landscapes, driving financial inclusion in impoverished areas, and being a female leader in the finance and tech industries. They also delve into Elizabeth's background, the importance ...

    • 1 hr 4 min
    How to Thrive in Business Development? - George Khalife | #519

    How to Thrive in Business Development? - George Khalife | #519

    Join host Stephen Sargeant on the Around The Coin podcast as he interviews George Khalife, VP, U.S. Capital Formation at the Toronto Stock Exchange. George shares his extensive knowledge on the US and Canadian stock markets, detailing the process of going public and the intricacies of working with large traditional stock exchanges. The conversation covers George's entrepreneurial journey, market trends impacting the TSX, and offers crucial advice for navigating public listings. Additionally, ...

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Transitioning from Traditional Banking to Fintech - Dana Lawrence | #518

    Transitioning from Traditional Banking to Fintech - Dana Lawrence | #518

    Join host Stephen Sargeant in an insightful episode of the Around The Coin Podcast, where he discusses Banking as a Service (BaaS) with Dana Lawrence, Senior Director of FinTech Compliance at Pacific West Bank. Explore how major banking institutions and partners power crypto exchanges, cannabis companies, neobanks, and fintechs. Dana shares her expertise on the ecosystem, regulatory challenges, and benefits. Learn about community banks, their unique services, and Dana’s entrepreneurial insigh...

    • 59 min
    ATC - Pawel Kuskowski, CEO of Gatenox | #517

    ATC - Pawel Kuskowski, CEO of Gatenox | #517

    Join Stephen Sargent, host of Around The Coin Podcast, as he interviews Pawel Kuskowski, CEO of Gatenox. In this in-depth conversation, Paweł shares his experiences founding CoinFirm, the challenges and triumphs leading to its acquisition by LUCA, and the groundbreaking work he's now undertaking with GateKnox. Gain insights into the evolution of blockchain technology, compliance regulations, and the future of decentralized finance. This is a must-watch episode for anyone interested in the cry...

    • 54 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
26 Ratings

26 Ratings

maclanew ,

Great podcast, great host

Smart, insightful, and timely conversations about tech, startups, and crypto.

rkmagik ,

Really impressed with Mike’s knowledge and integrity

What a great host and interviewer! Mike has tremendous insights and asks great questions that provide real value, insight and give clarity to subjects that listeners will enjoy and learn so much from! It was such a pleasure being on his show. Thanks for the heart and effort you put into your program Mike!

TronReview ,

Covers interesting new projects

This podcast opens up the world of new projects. Listen to the stories that led to new projects, and new ideas.

Get information directly from the project creators to help guide your journey in this new world where value transfer is nearly instant, and settlement is final.

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