93 episodes

Interested in what is going on in the world of blockchain and crypto assets? Want to understand how the most pioneering entrepreneurs, enterprises and governments are creating the digital economies of the future?
Involving a range of superb guests of likeminded innovators, enablers, investors, government officials, executives and more, Encrypted takes you on a journey to make sense of what is going on in the Wild West of cryptocurrencies, understand valid use cases of blockchain technology and how various industries could be impacted.
Encrypted is Dubai based, and the first podcast dedicated to blockchain and crypto in the MENA region, so expect to hear interesting stories, and people from this side of the world.

Encrypted Ahmed Al-Balaghi

    • Technology
    • 5.0 • 20 Ratings

Interested in what is going on in the world of blockchain and crypto assets? Want to understand how the most pioneering entrepreneurs, enterprises and governments are creating the digital economies of the future?
Involving a range of superb guests of likeminded innovators, enablers, investors, government officials, executives and more, Encrypted takes you on a journey to make sense of what is going on in the Wild West of cryptocurrencies, understand valid use cases of blockchain technology and how various industries could be impacted.
Encrypted is Dubai based, and the first podcast dedicated to blockchain and crypto in the MENA region, so expect to hear interesting stories, and people from this side of the world.

    #Ep.93: "Future Money: Banking Analyst Who Went Crypto."

    #Ep.93: "Future Money: Banking Analyst Who Went Crypto."

    🚀 Excited to announce our latest, #93rd episode of the Encrypted podcast, powered by Myco.io, “Future Money: Banking Analyst Who Went Crypto”, featuring Ronit Ghose, Global Head of Citi’s Future of Finance team!
    🎙️ Join us as we dive into the future of money, fintech, and blockchain with one of the industry's leading voices.


    🔍 In this episode, Ronit shares insights on:



    His journey from banking analyst to crypto enthusiast
    The role of centralized CBDCs in blockchain adoption
    The drivers behind blockchain technology and the future of securities
    His recently published book “Future Money” features how money changes in the internet era.
    The intersection of AI and finance, and its transformative impact.


    💡 Don't miss out on Ronit's perspectives on the rise of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology in regions like the Middle East and Asia, and how they're shaping the future of finance.


    📖 Tune in to discover more about the future of money in the internet era, including cryptocurrency, DeFi, Web3, and AI, in our latest episode of Encrypted! Available on all major podcast platforms. #EncryptedPodcast #FutureOfFinance #Blockchain #AI #Cryptocurrency #Fintech


    EncryptedPodcast, #DubaiBlockchainCenter, #Myco, #Blockchain, #Cryptocurrency, #FutureMoney, #FutureofFinance, #Blockchain, #AI, #Metaverse, #FintechSpecial Guest: Ronit Ghose.

    • 39 min
    #Ep.92: "Defining Security: Ledger CEO On Clear Signing and Crypto Hacks".

    #Ep.92: "Defining Security: Ledger CEO On Clear Signing and Crypto Hacks".

    🎙️ Welcome to an insightful #92nd episode of the #Encrypted podcast, joined by Pascal Gauthier, Chairman&CEO of Ledger, a leading provider of hardware wallets for crypto self-custody.
    🔊We discuss the importance of self-custody in the age of crypto ETFs, the evolving security landscape for digital assets, and Ledger's vision for the future of crypto.
    🔒Join us and find out, what Pascal has to say to the critics of the “Ledger Recover” feature, and how his team dealt with a hack when Ledger’s Connect Kit software got compromised. Pascal shares valuable insights into navigating security challenges, including recent exploits and data breaches. Discover how Ledger is innovating to protect users' digital assets in the face of evolving cyber threats.
    👥Also, learn about Pascal’s stance on Bitcoin ETFs and which sessions at the Satoshi Round Table he found the most exciting.
    🚀 Additionally, explore how Ledger is shaping the future of DeFi and user education. Learn about upcoming developments and products that will shape the industry's future.
    💫 Special guest: Pascal Gauthier.
    🌟Podcast Host: Maria Vovchok.


    CryptoSecurity #Ledger #Encrypted #DubaiBlockchainCenter #Podcast #Myco #LedgerCEO #CryptoInnovation #cryptocurrency #selfcustody #bitcoin #BitcoinETF #SatoshiRoundTable #wallet #DeFi #security #blockchainSpecial Guest: Pascal Gauthier.

    • 36 min
    #Ep.91: "Bitcoin Evangelist: The Roger Ver's Experience."

    #Ep.91: "Bitcoin Evangelist: The Roger Ver's Experience."

    🎙️ Tune in to our latest Encrypted podcast episode, powered by Myco.io, #Ep.91: "Bitcoin Evangelist: The Roger Ver's Experience", featuring Roger Ver, known as "Bitcoin Jesus", co-founder of Bitcoin.com, Blockchain.com. and a pioneer in the cryptocurrency space!


    ✅ Discover Roger's journey as the world's first Bitcoin investor, his role in promoting Bitcoin and later Bitcoin Cash, and his perspective on the ongoing Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin Cash debate. Find out why he believes that BTC Cash is the original vision of Satoshi Nakamoto and what book Roger Ver is working on now.


    🚀 Learn about Roger's motivation to get involved in cryptocurrencies, his insights on the scalability challenges facing them, and the role of Bitcoin Cash in the broader ecosystem.


    💡 Explore Roger's vision for the future of decentralized finance (DeFi), the barriers hindering mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies, and how Bitcoin.com is driving adoption and usability.


    📈 Plus, get exclusive updates on Cashscript, Roger's views on the cryptocurrency industry's challenges and opportunities, and his advice for newcomers navigating the complexities of the crypto space.


    🔥 Moreover, what happened to Bitcoinstore.com and the CoinFlex crypto exchange? And why does Roger like to spend more time in the UAE? About this and more, listen now on the Encrypted podcast.


    💫 Special guest: Roger Ver.
    🌟Podcast Host: Maria Vovchok.
    Special Guest: Roger Ver.

    • 32 min
    #Ep.90: "Inside Solana: Navigating Outages&The Satoshi Round Table."

    #Ep.90: "Inside Solana: Navigating Outages&The Satoshi Round Table."

    🎙️ Join us for an exciting #90th episode of the Encrypted podcast: “Inside Solana: Navigating outages&Satoshi Round Table,” as we delve deep into the Solana ecosystem with Lily Liu, co-founder of Anagram and president of Solana Foundation! 💼


    🚀Lily Liu, a seasoned veteran in the crypto space with a decade of experience, shares insights into her journey from early Bitcoin adoption to her current role shaping the future of blockchain technology with Solana.


    In this episode, we discuss:
    🌐The Recent Satoshi Round Table event in Dubai.
    🔍 Solana's goals for ecosystem development and growth.
    🔒 Understanding the Proof of History Consensus Algorithm.
    💡 Strategies to enhance Solana's scalability and performance.
    🛠️ Steps taken to address past challenges and ensure network reliability.
    🌱 Solana's role in fostering developer engagement and supporting DApp creation - more on Solana Hacker House.
    🔹The intersection of blockchain technology and longevity projects.
    🌐 Solana's position in Web3 and DeFi ecosystems, etc.
    ✅Visa's expansion of stablecoin settlements using Solana and its implications.


    🎧Don't miss out on this insightful conversation! Tune in now to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of Web3.


    💫 Special Guest: Lily Liu.
    ⭐️ Podcast Host: Maria Vovchok


    EncryptedPodcast #DubaiBlockchainCenter #Myco #Blockchain #Cryptocurrency #Solana #Web3 #DeFi #Visa #Innovation #SolanaEcosystem #SatoshiRoundTable #NavigatingOutages #SolanaHackerHouseSpecial Guest: Lily Liu.

    • 36 min
    #Ep.89: “MENA Fintech Association: Spot Bitcoin ETFs and Green Finance”

    #Ep.89: “MENA Fintech Association: Spot Bitcoin ETFs and Green Finance”

    🎙️Join us in a captivating conversation with Nameer Khan, Chairman of the MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) and Founder & CEO of Fils in our latest, #89 episode on Encrypted, “MENA Fintech Association: Spot Bitcoin ETFs and Green Finance”, powered by Myco.io. Recently recognized as MENA's Future Fintech Leader by the UAE Central Bank, Nameer shares his journey, insights, and exciting projects shaping the industry.


    🌐 Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval: After the recent news that the Securities and Exchange Commission has finally approved the Spot Bitcoin ETFs, Nameer shared his views on how this decision will impact both retail and institutional investors in the long run, paving the way for diversified portfolio strategies.


    🚀 MFTA's Remarkable Journey: Under Nameer's exceptional leadership, MFTA has become the 4th best global fintech body. Discover the strategies and initiatives that distinguished MFTA on the global stage, and what partnerships play the key role in the industry's success.


    💚 Green FinTech Innovation: Nameer's passion for green fintech innovation is evident. Learn how he envisions the intersection of fintech and sustainability shaping the future of the financial industry, and the role MFTA plays in promoting green fintech initiatives.


    🌐 Web3 and MFTA: Explore the exciting developments in the intersection of DeFi and TradFi within the MFTA. Nameer shares intriguing projects building bridges between these worlds, fostering innovation and collaboration.


    🔥 Future of FinTech: Nameer shares his vision for the future of fintech, especially in the MENA region. Discover exciting developments and projects on the horizon that promise to shape the industry's trajectory.


    🌟 Fils and Unique Contributions: Learn about Fils and its distinctive contributions to the fintech ecosystem. Nameer discusses what sets Fils apart from other players in the industry and how they are making waves in the evolving financial landscape.


    FinTech #Sustainability #Innovation #BitcoinETF #MFTA #Web3 #DeFi #TradFi #FutureOfFinance #Podcast #GreenFinance #DubaiBlockchainCenter #Encrypted #MycoSpecial Guest: Nameer Khan.

    • 33 min
    #Ep.88: "Cryptocurrency's Godfather: Privacy, DigiCash, AI, and the Quantum-Secure Future".

    #Ep.88: "Cryptocurrency's Godfather: Privacy, DigiCash, AI, and the Quantum-Secure Future".

    🎙️ We’re thrilled to have the visionary David Chaum on our latest, #88th episode of Encrypted, powered by Myco.io, "Cryptocurrency's Godfather: David Chaum on Privacy, DigiCash, AI and the Quantum-Secure Future"!
    📝Renowned as the 'Godfather of Cryptocurrency,' David's pioneering work in applying cryptography to cash in 1982 set the stage for today's digital currency landscape. From #ecash to groundbreaking #cryptographic #protocols, his contributions have reshaped #privacy and #security in the digital realm.
    🔖 In our discussion, David shared his insights about Project #Tourbillon, a CBDC collaboration with a Swiss central bank, emphasizing its paramount focus on preserving user privacy—a critical stride in the realm of Central Bank Digital Currencies.
    💡We dived into the evolution from challenging centralized financial players with cryptographic digital cash to collaborating on CBDCs, exploring the intersection of privacy, decentralization, and the future of currency.
    ✅We also spoke about 'better than money' (BTM) concepts, their connection to e-cash, and the intriguing realm of #cMoney.
    💡David highlighted the urgency of quantum-resistant cryptography, offering foresight into forthcoming developments crucial for safeguarding digital systems against quantum threats in the current landscape.
    📚Discover more about the meaningful contributions of the cryptocurrency industry to the core of useful computer science and the crucial discussion about AI, and data accumulation.
    🎧Join us in exploring the future of #cryptography, privacy, and technology with David Chaum on the Encrypted podcast!
    💫 Special guest: David Chaum
    🌟 Podcast Host: Maria Vovchok.


    Cryptocurrency #Privacy #security #cryptography #ecash #digicash #CBDCs #AI #DigitalInnovation"Special Guest: David Chaum.

    • 45 min

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