The Single Source

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Welcome to The Single Source, brought to you by the Apex Group – a podcast that unlocks the global financial sector, one conversation at a time. Each episode dives into market trends, investment strategies, and the stories behind the numbers - while also highlighting the values and initiatives that set us apart. Join us as we explore not just the world of finance, but the ways in which we’re setting the pace and driving positive change for a more sustainable, inclusive industry. This is your single source for insight, inspiration, and intelligent conversation in financial services.

  1. 12/02/2025

    More Money Than God: Insights into hedge funds and financial power with Sebastian Mallaby

    Ever wondered how the world’s most influential hedge funds really operate?  This episode offers listeners a rare behind-the-scenes look at the making of the award-winning book, ‘More Money Than God: Hedge Funds and the Making of a New Elite’, winner of the Financial Markets Book of the Year 2025, in collaboration with Global Custodian.  In this episode, Dr. Bhaskar Dasgupta, Chair of the Board - Middle East and India, is joined by Richard Schwartz, veteran financial journalist, and Sebastian Mallaby, Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and acclaimed author.  What to expect in this conversation:  💭 The untold stories behind the rise of hedge funds  💡 How financial power has evolved over the last decades  🌐 Why hedge funds continue to play a defining role in global markets  📘 Sebastian Mallaby’s research process, interviews, and narrative craft  ⚡ Reflections on markets, risk, and the future of financial innovation  This interview first launched at Apex Invest Middle East, which took place in Abu Dhabi over November 23-25, 2025  This content is for general information purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal or other professional advice, and should not be relied on or treated as a substitute for specific advice relevant to particular circumstances. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the featured guests and do not necessarily reflect that of Apex Group and its subsidiaries.

    39 min

  2. 11/11/2025

    Private markets go mainstream: Challenges in scaling alternatives

    This episode explores how the growth of private markets is impacting fund operations and data management. The next generation of growth demands modern infrastructure, stronger data governance, and a culture that embraces change.  🎙️ In this episode of The Single Source, host Heather Zumarraga speaks with Matt Semenza at Alpha Alternatives, and Elaine Chim about how fund managers can transform their operations, with or without AI.  So, what separates those who scale successfully from those who stall?   In this conversation you’ll discover:  📉 Why so many firms struggle to outgrow outdated systems  🌐 How to bridge the gap between IT and investment teams  ⚡ The role of AI in modern fund operations  💥 Why “lift outs” are becoming a catalyst for transformation  👥 Why technology alone won’t transform your business, your people will  ☝️ Watch now and subscribe for more insights from The Single Source.  This content is for general information purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal or other professional advice, and should not be relied on or treated as a substitute for specific advice relevant to particular circumstances. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the featured guests and do not necessarily reflect that of Apex Group and its subsidiaries.

    39 min

  3. 10/07/2025

    Stablecoins: The transition to institutional adoption

    They’ve been called “money for the blockchain age” - but what will it take for stablecoins to truly go mainstream. Chainlink Labs advisor, Dr. Rhys Bidder, and our Commercial Head of Digital Assets, Angie Walker, explore the journey from retail use to institutional adoption. The conversation covers what makes a stablecoin truly “stable,” the regulatory frameworks driving adoption, why governance, proof of reserves, and transparency are critical, and how institutions are leveraging stablecoins beyond payments. Download our stablecoins ebook to have a deep dive into the future of digital payment: https://go.apexgroup.com/l/1011401/2025-09-22/2t3zz This content is for general information purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal or other professional advice, and should not be relied on or treated as a substitute for specific advice relevant to particular circumstances. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the featured guests and do not necessarily reflect that of Apex Group and its subsidiaries.

    51 min
  4. The Carbon Footpath for Achieving Net Zero Today

    10/07/2022

    The Carbon Footpath for Achieving Net Zero Today

    Rich Gilmore, CEO of Carbon Growth Partners in Australia, talks to Blair McPherson, Head of Capital Introductions at Apex Group, about his career experience managing large-scale investments and how he accidentally stepped into the carbon markets following a personal revelation. Rich understood that Carbon prices needed to rise by many multiples to get to net zero, so he took the opportunity to make the carbon markets operate more professionally. He shares how firms and investors can assess the carbon markets now and achieve optimum returns from their impact investments, and examines exactly what it takes to set out on the right carbon footpath to achieve net zero today..

    21 min

  5. 06/22/2022

    Supporting education for all with Greater Share

    Apex Group recently announced that it would be providing its single-source solution, on a pro-bono basis, to Greater Share, an innovative philanthropic investment platform. In the tenth episode of our Single-Source podcast, Blair McPherson, Head of Capital Introductions, sits down with our Founder and CEO Peter Hughes, to discuss why - and how - Apex Group is supporting positive change through education and social mobility.

    6 min

  6. 05/19/2022

    Can Bitcoin create institutional wealth?

    Market volatility in 2022 due to geopolitical events, supply chain issues, energy security, inflation and future interest rises has impacted all asset classes – including digital assets. To take a step back, Blair McPherson, Head of Capital Introductions at Apex Group invited Charlie Morris, Founder and Chief Investment Officer at ByteTree Asset Management to discuss his own experiences and the creation of ByteTree . An industry veteran with deep expertise in fund management and digital assets – Charlie helps this episode of Apex’s Single Source Podcast to cut through the noise. Helping us understand how bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies were perceived by other fund managers including himself in the earlier days,  to today, where crypto funds are fast becoming a competitive space, Charlie shares his approach to managing DeFi funds, the regulatory challenges they face, the future that lies ahead and how risk can be managed.. With all the turmoil that’s happening in the crypto space today, this is one podcast you should not miss, if you really want to understand what importance Bitcoin can hold.

    36 min

  7. 04/08/2022

    How Global Events are shaping up Investment Trends

    Award-winning Associate Editor and Leader Writer for The Sunday Times, Oliver Shah joins Blair McPherson, Head of Capital Introductions, Apex Group, as they break down recent events for the listeners of The Single Source Podcast Series, in our eighth episode. As we begin to move beyond the Covid pandemic , the macro-events of the last couple of months have plunged us in a state of uncertainty once again. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine first and foremost raises serious humanitarian concerns, but now also severe geo-political and economic impacts; rising oil prices, broadening inflation, interest rates rising in response and its impacts on the capital and equity markets are only the tip of the iceberg. Issues pertaining to supply chain; energy security and transition, and the impacts of it on the environment further add to the drama that the world is collectively experiencing. Tune in now to hear what Oliver has to say about recent events.

    16 min

  8. 04/01/2022

    MIPIM is back! Key takeaways from 2022 edition

    A lot has happened over the past two years, and the Real Estate space is no exception to that. Over the course of the pandemic Real Estate has witnessed a number of shifting trends, as highlighted at the recent Marché International des Professionnels d'Immobilier, where this year’s theme was ‘Green is the New Black’. Among them, a greater focus on ESG strategies, along with a noticeable take-up of technology and the benefits that can bring to decision-making processes. In our latest Single-Source podcast, host Jean-Daniel Zandona, Managing Director at Apex Group, discusses some of those trends and other highlights from MIPIM event with Francois De La Villeon, Global Head of Real Estate Funds at Amundi, and Francis Parisis, Managing Director at PwC Luxembourg. Tune in now.

    19 min
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Welcome to The Single Source, brought to you by the Apex Group – a podcast that unlocks the global financial sector, one conversation at a time. Each episode dives into market trends, investment strategies, and the stories behind the numbers - while also highlighting the values and initiatives that set us apart. Join us as we explore not just the world of finance, but the ways in which we’re setting the pace and driving positive change for a more sustainable, inclusive industry. This is your single source for insight, inspiration, and intelligent conversation in financial services.

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  • Creator
    Apex Group
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Apex Group
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    The Single Source