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This Podcast is dedicated to holistic investments, fundraising, mental breakthroughs, critical thinking, unlimited opportunities, decentralized economy, and inner evolution. Mixed with humor, technology advancement, and paradigm shift.
All this, plus much more through a lense of interviews of best hedge fund managers, venture capitalists, investors, industry experts, analysts, traders, and technocrats (in a nutshell talented and successful human beings).

Holistic Investment w Constantin Kogan Constantin Kogan

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    • 5.0 • 793 Ratings

This Podcast is dedicated to holistic investments, fundraising, mental breakthroughs, critical thinking, unlimited opportunities, decentralized economy, and inner evolution. Mixed with humor, technology advancement, and paradigm shift.
All this, plus much more through a lense of interviews of best hedge fund managers, venture capitalists, investors, industry experts, analysts, traders, and technocrats (in a nutshell talented and successful human beings).

    Revolutionizing Blockchain: The Fantom Foundation Journey with CEO Michael Kong | Ep. #74

    Revolutionizing Blockchain: The Fantom Foundation Journey with CEO Michael Kong | Ep. #74

    In this insightful interview, Michael Kong, CEO of the Fantom Foundation, delves into the intricacies of blockchain technology and the pivotal role of the Fantom Foundation in advancing the field.



    Kong highlights Fantom’s unique ABFT consensus protocol, its compatibility with Ethereum (EVM), and the future potential of integrating AI with blockchain.



    And so much more!



    Video and audio formats available now!



    📌To learn more, visit:

    https://fantom.foundation/



    📱Michael Kong on socials:

    ✔ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-kong-89817544/

    ✔ https://twitter.com/michaelfkong?lang=en



    👉 Reputable Mentions:

    ✐ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o58_XNkG5Po&list=PL9hNbo_Ztnr9kyeIy53_uudXtRPTbOjAw

    https://www.siriusxm.com/clips/social/embed/clip/ff394c4b-4563-dff7-79c5-b9f17ddc4c0f/2fc26a36-6ac1-40bf-ab9d-9fe483ede68e

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7a1aogmNXt8

    https://twitter.com/andrecronjetech?lang=en

    https://cryptobriefing.com/team/andre-cronje/

    https://twitter.com/FantomFDN/status/1748366487394365767

    https://blog.fantom.foundation/fantom-foundation-launches-testnet-for-fantom-sonic/

    https://docs.fantom.foundation/wallet/tutorials/set-up-metamask

    https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ethereum-co-founder-joseph-lubin-speaks-at-2017-corpstarter-star-show-300507077.html

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ilYnuP1qd4

    https://cdn.nakamotoinstitute.org/docs/computer-systems-by-mutually-suspicious-groups.pdf

    https://www.frontier.xyz/

    https://rabby.io/

    https://metamask.io/

    https://reliefweb.int/report/afghanistan/afghanistan-s-pharmaceutical-supply-chain-improved-through-hpic-project

    https://www.theguardian.com/world/2015/jan/07/counterfeit-medicine-afghanistan-corruption-border-controls-drugs-poor

    https://blogs.deloitte.co.uk/health/2020/03/the-indian-pharmaceutical-industry-the-pharmacy-of-the-world.html

    https://fantom.foundation/nfts

    https://fantom.foundation/notice

    https://neo-one.io/docs/smart-contract-apis

    https://www.calibraint.com/blog/crypto-staking-smart-contract-development#:~:text=Staking%20Smart%20Contract%20Development%20Is,operation%20of%20a%20blockchain%20network

    https://blog.fantom.foundation/fantom-reaches-breakthrough-in-ai-technology/

    https://twitter.com/fantomfdn?lang=en



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    ⌚Timestamps:

    0:00 Introduction

    01:36 Michael’s journey

    08:00 Challenges faced when building Fantom Foundation community

    13:08 How is the ABFT protocol different from Ethereum or other EVM-based chains?

    21:30 How to ensure fairness and security in the presence of dishonest nodes?

    26:06 Fantom technology in traditional businesses and how can it improve transactions?

    31:39 A case study of a traditional company that uses Fantom as their blockchain of choice

    35:56 If an exchange, government, or large corporation wants to work with Fantom, what are the first steps they should take?

    42:14 What will be the key drivers of new user adoption in the future?

    46:49 Fantom grants and conditions.

    49:07 Where to apply for a Fantom grant or potential collaborations?

    50:05 What will be the biggest trend in blockchain technology?

    53:47 Meaning of life to Michael Kong



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    • 56 min
    Hedera Hashgraph, LG's NFT Ventures, and many more with Zenobia Godschalk

    Hedera Hashgraph, LG's NFT Ventures, and many more with Zenobia Godschalk

    Sit with us to know more about Zenobia Godschalk's insights that provide a comprehensive overview of the current state and future potential of blockchain technology, particularly through the lens of Hedera Hashgraph's capabilities and applications.

    Her vision for a more trusted and transparent world, enabled by DLT, underscores the transformative impact of blockchain across various sectors.

    📌To learn more, visit:
    https://hedera.com/

    📱Zenobia Godschalk on socials:
    ✔ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zenobiaau...
    ✔ https://twitter.com/zenobiaZAG?ref_sr...
    ✔ https://www.instagram.com/zenobiagods...

    👉 Reputable Mentions:
    ✐ https://zagcommunications.com/
    ✐ https://swirldslabs.com/
    ✐ https://corporate.visa.com/en/about-v...
    ✐ https://www.dell.com/support/manuals/...
    ✐ https://www.edelman.com/
    ✐ https://www.eqtylab.io/
    ✐ https://www.coindesk.com/business/202...
    ✐ https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lg-tap...
    ✐ https://www.abrdn.com/en-gb
    ✐ https://wavegp.com/funds/whiskey-fund/
    ✐ https://www.sqx.com/

    🔗Connect with me Online🔗
    Telegram: https://t.me/constantinkogan
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constantinkogan
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/constkogan
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constkogan/
    Facebook: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constanti...
    Medium: https://medium.com/@constkogan
    Website: https://ckogan.com
    Podcast: https://anchor.fm/constantinkogan
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeM6...
    Coinbase: https://coinbase.com/join/kohan_v?src...0:00 Introduction
    01:08 Zenobia's background
    06:25 Education journey
    07:30 Explanation of Hedera Hashgraph
    10:04 The decentralized nature of Hedera and Distributed Consensus Algorithm
    13:16 How does running a node contribute to the security of the Hadera Hashgraph network?
    14:53 Top three use cases, impactful for real-world applications
    18:57 LG's use of NFTs
    22:39 Real asset tokenization
    27:08 Predictions for mass adoption, without the need for understanding the underlying technology
    33:15 The role of DLT in rebuilding trust in institutions, journalism, and government
    37:22 The potential for blockchain to disrupt monopolies
    40:25 Biggest predictions for how DLT and public blockchains will transform global infrastructure and impact the world by 2030
    46:44 How is blockchain being utilized to combat misinformation and hold entities accountable?
    49:33 Zenobia reflects on the meaning of life

    • 53 min
    🔓Unlocking Gibraltar's Crypto Frontier with Web3 Lawyer Aaron Payas | Hosted by Constantin Kogan

    🔓Unlocking Gibraltar's Crypto Frontier with Web3 Lawyer Aaron Payas | Hosted by Constantin Kogan

    🚀 Dive into the heart of Gibraltar's groundbreaking crypto and blockchain landscape with Aaron Payas, a leading Web3 lawyer and NFT enthusiast.



    In this exclusive interview, we uncover the secrets behind Gibraltar's success as a digital asset hub, explore the intricacies of DLT licensing, VASP registration, and the future of tokenization.



    Aaron shares his personal journey from international football to becoming a Board Ape Yacht Club member, offering unique insights into the convergence of law, technology, and personal growth in the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency.



    Don’t miss!



    📌To learn more, visit:

    ⇨ https://www.gibraltarlaw.com/



    📱Socials:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronpayas/

    https://twitter.com/aaronpayas?lang=en



    👉 Reputable Mentions:

    ➛ https://media.licdn.com/dms/document/...

    ➛ https://media.licdn.com/dms/document/...

    ➛ https://www.gibintbank.gi/

    ➛ https://internationalbanker.com/techn...

    ➛ https://celsius.network/

    ➛ https://www.fdic.gov/resources/deposi...

    ➛ https://legalnodes.com/use-case/dao-l...

    ➛ https://medium.com/@VitalikButerin/th...

    ➛ https://www.sec.gov/

    ➛ https://www.cftc.gov/

    ➛ https://www.irs.gov/

    ➛ https://www.inx.co/



    🔗Connect with me Online🔗

    Telegram: https://t.me/constantinkogan

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constantinkogan

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/constkogan

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constkogan/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constanti...

    Medium: https://constkogan.medium.com/

    Website: https://ckogan.com

    Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConstantinKogan

    Coinbase: https://coinbase.com/join/kohan_v?src...





    0:00 Introduction

    01:16 Aaron’s journey

    05:28 The core differences between DLT provider license and VASP

    09:22 Legal compliance terms

    22:47 E-money & the banking license

    29:59 Rules of DLT license and VASP

    44:59 Where to start and where to go?

    55:56 Tax benefits in Gibraltar

    01:04:38 What was the motivation for purchasing Board Ape Yacht Club NFT?

    01:13:35 The meaning of life to Aaron



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    • 1 hr 20 min
    🧳 M&A, Secondaries, Challenges Of Selling Your Business In Crypto

    🧳 M&A, Secondaries, Challenges Of Selling Your Business In Crypto

    Join us in this enlightening interview with Jan Stranberg, a seasoned expert in the cryptocurrency and M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) sector.

    Dive into Jan's fascinating journey in the crypto world and gain valuable insights into the complexities of M&A in the blockchain industry.

    Don’t miss!

    📌To learn more, visit:
    ⇨ https://www.acquire.fi/

    📱Socials:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/janstrand...
    https://twitter.com/jan_web3s?ref_src...

    👉 Reputable Mentions:
    ➛ https://twitter.com/marttimalmi?lang=en
    ➛ https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirk...
    ➛ https://www.linkedin.com/company/stra...
    ➛ https://www.linkedin.com/company/paxf...
    ➛ https://www.linkedin.com/company/yiel...
    ➛ https://www.eternitylaw.com/news/vasp...
    ➛ https://www.coindesk.com/business/202...

    🔗Connect with me Online🔗
    Telegram: https://t.me/constantinkogan
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constantinkogan
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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constanti...
    Medium: https://constkogan.medium.com/
    Website: https://ckogan.com
    Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...
    YouTube:    / @constantinkogan  
    Coinbase: https://coinbase.com/join/kohan_v?src...


    0:00 Introduction
    01:36 Jan’s Crypto Journey
    07:46 Top Advice For Start-Ups
    10:05 Bookkeeping Without Big Budgets
    12:19 How Decentralized Projects Store Their Finances In Centralized Fashion
    13:43 Required Legal Documents
    15:20 Important Documentations To Be Prepared At All Times
    17:59 About Trademarks
    19:14 Patent For Technology
    19:45 Factors That Add Value To A Company
    23:55 Top 3 Fears Projects Are Facing
    26:32 How To Navigate The Transition Process During M&A Activities
    30:31 Insights About Companies One Year After The Completion Of Their Deals
    31:54 The Timeline And Process Of A Deal In An M&A Scenario
    36:27 Psychological Portrait Of A Private Equity Investor
    39:32 Advantages Of Investing In Established Projects
    40:53 How To Deal With Greedy Founders
    44:04 Back To The Conversation About Multiples
    46:42 How To Evaluate A Project Correctly
    50:53 The Initial Steps In Engaging With M&A Services
    58:00 The Concept Of An Open Order Book
    01:01:03 Strategies Employed To Prevent Negatively Impacting Sales
    01:03:42 Tokens Vesting Schedule
    01:06:59 The Amount Of Transactions Resulting In Both, Buyers And Sellers Parties
    01:09:51 Top 2-3 Upcoming Hot Trends In The M&A Space
    01:14:58 Best Ways To Contact Jan
    01:15:28 Meaning Of Life To Jan

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    • 1 hr 17 min
    🛡️Mobile Security, Sim Swap, Data Privacy | Hosted by Constantin Kogan

    🛡️Mobile Security, Sim Swap, Data Privacy | Hosted by Constantin Kogan

    In this enlightening and comprehensive interview, we sit down with Mark Kreitzman, the General Manager of Ifani, to delve into the critical and often overlooked world of mobile security.



    Mark shares his personal journey into the realm of cybersecurity, providing valuable insights into the challenges and solutions in protecting our digital lives.



    Don’t miss!



    📌To learn more, visit:

    ⇨ https://www.efani.com/

    ⇨ https://www.efani.com/promo



    📱Socials:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kreitzman/



    👉 Reputable Mentions:

    ➛ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelterpin/?originalSubdomain=pr

    ➛ https://slnt.com/?ad_id=658698602523&campaign_id=20145572300&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAm4WsBhCiARIsAEJIEzXHm1M1lqR_bFYV_7ffPJNYolBQ0rH0cmNQp4oNKiDBwqXHF50WfvEaArv8EALw_wcB&utm_campaign=%7Bcampaign%7D&utm_content=152077564471&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=

    ➛ https://www.reuters.com/world/uk-police-arrest-8-probe-into-us-celebrities-sim-swapping-attacks-2021-02-09/

    ➛ https://www.yubico.com/

    ➛ https://www.efani.com/blackseal

    ➛ https://www.cox.com/residential/home.html



    🔗Connect with me Online🔗

    Telegram: https://t.me/constantinkogan

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constantinkogan

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantin-kogan/

    Medium: https://constkogan.medium.com/

    Website: https://ckogan.com

    Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/constantinkogan

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConstantinKogan

    Coinbase: https://coinbase.com/join/kohan_v?src=referral-link





    0:00 Introduction

    01:13 Mark’s journey

    05:05 Sim swap attack

    16:30 Two factor authentication

    20:51 The next security and protection level

    24:52 Eavesdropping

    28:18 How to protect all the data

    31:33 Efani’s clients geography

    34:34 Other types of self-protection

    46:09 The future of mobile protection

    51:29 Subscription, pricing, coupon

    56:33 Meaning of life to Mark



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    • 1 hr 1 min
    💾 A Deep Dive into AI, Cybersecurity, and ESG | Hosted by Constantin Kogan

    💾 A Deep Dive into AI, Cybersecurity, and ESG | Hosted by Constantin Kogan

    Join me as I engage in a riveting conversation with Cristina Dolan, a renowned expert in the fields of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and sustainable investment. In this insightful interview, Cristina shares her valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of technology and its impact on businesses and society.

    Watch the video or listen to the podcast only with Holistic Investments!

    📌To learn more, visit:
    https://alum.mit.edu/
    https://www.media.mit.edu/

    📱Socials:
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdolan/
    https://www.instagram.com/crisdolan/?hl=en
    https://twitter.com/cristinadolan?lang=en

    👉 Reputable Mentions:
    https://www.hearst.com/
    https://newyork.alumclub.mit.edu/s/1314/bp19/home.aspx?gid=24&pgid=49594
    https://innovation.mit.edu/resource/mit-entreprise-forum/
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeljohncasey/
    https://www.rsaconference.com/
    https://www.crayonic.com/
    https://www.rsa.com/
    https://www.wsba.co/
    https://councils.forbes.com/forbestechcouncil
    https://www.jstor.org/stable/resrep03584.8
    https://www.globalreporting.org/
    https://sasb.org/
    https://www.equifax.com/
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDTQnJWu1yg

    🔗Connect with me Online🔗
    Telegram: https://t.me/constantinkogan
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constantinkogan
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/constkogan
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/constkogan/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/constantin-kogan/
    Medium: https://constkogan.medium.com/
    Website: https://ckogan.com
    Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/constantinkogan
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConstantinKogan
    Coinbase: https://coinbase.com/join/kohan_v?src=referral-link

    Timestamps:
    00:00 Introduction
    01:22 Cristina’s crypto journey
    08:22 How did Cristina cope with all the pressure?
    12:16 What is the core message in the book?
    22:32 Where to begin to accomplish such success?
    27:43 Practical advice for young startups
    30:20 Practical cybersecurity tools and budget
    36:29 How can organizations protect themselves?
    41:39 Top 3 major risks in cybersecurity
    43:07 How did Cristina become the face of Fiverr?
    46:32 Meaning of life to Cristina

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    • 50 min

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