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Stellar Development Foundation
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Crypto is going mainstream — changing the way we spend, build, and connect. Stay ahead of the curve with Denelle Dixon, CEO and Executive Director of the Stellar Development Foundation, as she dives into timely topics at the intersection of crypto, tech, and society with new experts each episode.

  1. SEP 5

    Real-world impact : Leading with the caring edge ft. Elisabeth Carpenter, COO of Circle

    In our third and final episode in our mini-series on how to make a real-world impact, Denelle talks with Elisabeth Carpenter, COO of Circle. Denelle and Elisabeth talked about the value stablecoins have for global users, why enterprise innovation is not just compatible but complementary to social impact, and why skepticism about a new technology can be healthy, and where we are on the transformation journey in movement of money. Join us to hear how to make it happen…block by block.

    41 min

  2. AUG 22

    Real World Impact: The Value of Inclusion ft. Mary Ellen Iskenderian, CEO of Women’s World Banking

    In our second episode in our mini-series on how to make a real-world impact, Denelle talks with Mary Ellen Iskenderian, President and CEO of Women’s World Banking. Denelle and Mary Ellen talked about how access and inclusion are different, how financial institutions improving their customer experience for women are driving big business improvements, and why it’s important not to lose sight of the long game. Join us to hear how to make it happen…block by block.

    32 min

  3. AUG 8

    How mobile wallet Decaf is delivering real world benefits across the globe with Rick Martin

    Denelle kicks off Season 3’s miniseries on real-world impact with Rick Martin of decaf. Rick and the decaf team have built a blockchain-powered mobile wallet, leveraging digital assets integrated with local cash in and out points, that is giving people a new found sense of pride in their work and for some, provides greater physical security. They explore these real world impacts and how it’s important to create and maintain trust with users, all while being a voice at the table for those that don’t have a seat. Join the conversation to learn how to make it happen….block by block. Learn more about the Decaf Digital Wallet: https://bit.ly/decaf_builds_better

    28 min

  4. FEB 29

    An Innovator's Journey: Insights on Blockchain, Space Exploration, and AI Impact

    This season concludes with one of the most influential voices in the Stellar ecosystem – none other than Stellar Development Foundation co-founder, Jed McCaleb. Since the 3rd grade, Jed’s passion for programming has led him to solve interesting problems. He’s started numerous companies and worked on emerging technology for decades, and now has his sights set on space habitation technologies with Vast, and AI with Astera Institute. In this episode, Denelle and Jed discuss his path as an innovator, the barriers to building that he faced in the early days of blockchain, the importance of setting space as a new frontier for human exploration, and AI as the last science project.

    31 min

  5. JAN 23

    Digital Transformation inside Moneygram International

    Denelle Dixon, and Alex Holmes, CEO of MoneyGram, unpack MoneyGram's transformative journey from conventional remittance services to a digital powerhouse. Denelle and Alex cover the company’s strategic shifts and pivotal moments in embracing digital innovation, showcasing Holmes' insights into the company's evolution. Dixon emphasizes the collaborative efforts that led to the creation of MoneyGram Access and the recent launch of their non-custodial wallet, unveiling a vision to bridge traditional finance with blockchain technology, revolutionizing cross-border payments and fostering financial inclusion on a global scale. How does a more than 80 year old company adopt new technologies and reshape the financial landscape? Listen to find out.

    17 min

  6. 12/05/2023

    Trust, Disruption, & Navigating the Decentralized Frontier ft Konstantin Richter, CEO of Blockdaemon

    Denelle dives into the dynamic world of crypto with Konstantin Richter, the visionary founder of Blockdaemon. From reflecting on personal growth and lessons learned to exploring the intricate balance between disruption and collaboration, Konstantin shares insights on building trust, navigating the crypto landscape, and Blockdaemon's journey in simplifying crypto infrastructure for major institutions. This conversation provides a thought-provoking glimpse into the evolving future of decentralized technologies and Blockdaemon's pivotal role in shaping it.

    37 min

  7. 11/15/2023

    A Global Perspective on Digital Asset Innovation ft. Tajinder Singh, Deputy Secretary General of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)

    In a special Meridian episode of block by block, Tajinder Singh, Deputy Secretary General of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) sat down with Denelle at SDF’s annual Meridian conference to talk regulation, global standards and coordination, and advice for innovators navigating a borderless technology across different regulatory and legal jurisdictions. Tajinder brings a background in technology to his role at IOSCO to help find common ground among regulators by focusing on the basics – investor protection, market integrity and the principle, “same activity, same risk, same regulatory outcomes,” to inform global standards.

    27 min

  8. 06/26/2023

    Why the Regulatory Fight for Crypto in the US Is Worth It ft. Carole House

    Carole House has been behind the scenes on some serious cybersecurity and policymaking efforts for crypto, having served as the Director of Cybersecurity and Secure Digital Innovation at the White House National Security Council as well as at the US Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Now at Terranet Ventures, she sits down with Denelle to discuss crypto’s benefits for financial crime investigations, the pros and cons of enforcement actions, the process of pulling together President Biden’s government-wide strategy for digital currencies, and why the fight for an enabling regulatory environment in the US is worth it.

    38 min
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Crypto is going mainstream — changing the way we spend, build, and connect. Stay ahead of the curve with Denelle Dixon, CEO and Executive Director of the Stellar Development Foundation, as she dives into timely topics at the intersection of crypto, tech, and society with new experts each episode.

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  • Creator
    Stellar Development Foundation
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 block by block
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