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Join Min, John and Marc for your fortnightly fix of behind-the-scenes action at the Algorand Foundation. Min Wei (Global Head of Ecosystem Growth) brings her years of experience as an entrepreneur and tech leader to chat about the Algorand ecosystem, while John Woods (CTO) goes deep into the technology and science behind the Algorand blockchain, and Marc Vanlerberghe (CMO) champions the voice of the community. Banter, geeking out, and speculation about the present and future of web3, our hosts will be joined by trailblazing guests in the blockchain space, as well as special appearances by other Algofam members the community already knows and loves. An original podcast by Algorand Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Season 3: Ep 10 - Brale: Stablecoins made simple

    JAN 9

    Season 3: Ep 10 - Brale: Stablecoins made simple

    Algorand Foundation Chief Business Officer Min Wei sits down with Ben Milne, founder and CEO of Brale. Brale provides an end-to-end platform for organizations to design, issue, and manage their own compliant, asset-backed stablecoins across multiple blockchains, now including enterprise-grade, quantum‑resistant infrastructure on Algorand. Brale helps enterprises turn stablecoins into a practical tool for financial empowerment by lowering payment costs, improving settlement speed, and expanding digital asset offerings without the need for deep in‑house crypto engineering. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Algorand Foundation or its affiliates. Any discussion of products, companies, or integrations is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or a commitment by Algorand Foundation or its affiliates. This episode does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Any discussion of financial products, tokens, or assets is for informational purposes only. All third-party brands and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Mention of them does not imply affiliation or endorsement by the Algorand Foundation. Any statements about future plans or integrations are forward-looking and subject to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  2. Season 3: Ep 9 - Live from India Summit: Crypto on/off-ramping with Carret COO Shuja Hussain

    12/12/2025

    Season 3: Ep 9 - Live from India Summit: Crypto on/off-ramping with Carret COO Shuja Hussain

    Live from Algorand’s India Summit in Bengaluru, Marc sits down with Shuja Hussain, Co-Founder and COO of Carret, to discuss the company's journey and its role as a Virtual Digital Asset Service Provider in the Indian market. Carret, a winner of the Algo Bharat competition, provides easy on-ramping and off-ramping of Indian Rupee (INR) to ALGO, and ALGO to INR, acting as a bridge for Indian customers who want to use a self-custodial wallet. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Algorand Foundation or its affiliates. Any discussion of products, companies, or integrations is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or a commitment by Algorand Foundation or its affiliates. This episode does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Any discussion of financial products, tokens, or assets is for informational purposes only. All third-party brands and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Mention of them does not imply affiliation or endorsement by the Algorand Foundation. Any statements about future plans or integrations are forward-looking and subject to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  3. Season 3: Ep 8 - Live from Devconnect: Crypto neobanks with Noah CEO Shah Ramezani

    11/21/2025

    Season 3: Ep 8 - Live from Devconnect: Crypto neobanks with Noah CEO Shah Ramezani

    Recorded live at AlgoDay during Devconnect in Argentina, Min sits down with Shah Ramezani, founder and CEO of Noah, for a fireside chat on the rise of crypto neobanks and the future of global financial access. Shah shares how he entered the crypto industry, the first-principles thinking that led to Noah’s creation, and why seamless bridges between stablecoins and traditional banking rails are unlocking entirely new use cases around the world. Shah and Min discuss Noah and Algorand’s recently announced integration, which enables virtual bank accounts, and how instant, cross-border crypto-to-fiat flows are transforming everyday payment experiences.  Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Algorand Foundation or its affiliates. Any discussion of products, companies, or integrations is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or a commitment by Algorand Foundation or its affiliates. This episode does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Any discussion of financial products, tokens, or assets is for informational purposes only. All third-party brands and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Mention of them does not imply affiliation or endorsement by the Algorand Foundation. Any statements about future plans or integrations are forward-looking and subject to change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  4. Season 3: Ep 7 - US crypto policy update

    10/24/2025

    Season 3: Ep 7 - US crypto policy update

    Marc chats with Jennie Levin, Algorand Foundation’s Chief Legal and Operating Officer, about Algorand’s move to the US and recent developments in US crypto policy. Jennie explains why the US offers unique opportunities for blockchain innovation, breaks down key legislation like the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts, and shares her perspective on the future of crypto in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  5. Season 3: Ep 6 - Haystack Moves the Needle

    10/17/2025

    Season 3: Ep 6 - Haystack Moves the Needle

    Min chats with John Mizzoni, co-founder of TxnLab and creator of Haystack, the mobile-first DeFi app built on Algorand. They discuss Haystack’s frictionless onboarding, unique tokenomics, and the successful $HAY token launch. John also shares insights on building for mobile in Web3 and what’s next for Haystack and NFDomains. Don’t miss a chance to try out Haystack, Tinyman, and Vestige during Swap Week of Algoland at algoland.co. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  6. Season 3: Ep 5 - The DeFi Experience on Algorand

    10/08/2025

    Season 3: Ep 5 - The DeFi Experience on Algorand

    Marc is joined by Algorand's Head of DeFi, Fred Estante, and Pera Product and Marketing Manager, Joseph Cecala, for a deep dive into Algorand's DeFi ecosystem. Marc, Fred, and Joseph discuss what makes Algorand's DeFi ecosystem unique, what’s next for Pera Wallet, and the exciting dApps on Algorand like Folks Finance, Compx, Pact, Tinyman, Ultrade, and Haystack. Don’t miss a chance to try out Folks Finance, Compx, and Pact during DeFi week of Algoland at algoland.co. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  7. Season 3: Episode 4 - Inside DeFi on Algorand: A Conversation with Folks Finance

    10/02/2025

    Season 3: Episode 4 - Inside DeFi on Algorand: A Conversation with Folks Finance

    Min sits down with Benedetto Biondi, the CEO of Folks Finance. Folks Finance is a DeFi platform on Algorand that enables users to lend, borrow, trade, and manage digital assets. Min and Benedetto discuss how Folks Finance is unlocking new opportunities for DeFi users, the unique benefits of building on Algorand, and what Benedetto sees as the future of DeFi.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  8. Season 3: Ep 3 - Welcoming Nik Bougalis, Algorand's New CTO

    09/30/2025

    Season 3: Ep 3 - Welcoming Nik Bougalis, Algorand's New CTO

    Marc introduces Algorand’s new Chief Technology Officer, Nikolaos Bougalis. Marc and Nik discuss what drew Nik to the blockchain space, his background in security and cryptography, and his plans to empower Algorand’s community and developers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
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Join Min, John and Marc for your fortnightly fix of behind-the-scenes action at the Algorand Foundation. Min Wei (Global Head of Ecosystem Growth) brings her years of experience as an entrepreneur and tech leader to chat about the Algorand ecosystem, while John Woods (CTO) goes deep into the technology and science behind the Algorand blockchain, and Marc Vanlerberghe (CMO) champions the voice of the community. Banter, geeking out, and speculation about the present and future of web3, our hosts will be joined by trailblazing guests in the blockchain space, as well as special appearances by other Algofam members the community already knows and loves. An original podcast by Algorand Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Algorand Foundation
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Algorand Foundation
  • Show Website
    Verifiably Random