CryptoNews Podcast
Exploring the ideas and stories of crypto moguls from around the world. Learn more at cryptonews.compodcast.feedspot.com.
#493: Ben Nadareski, CEO of Solstice Labs, on Building the Yield Engine for Solana’s Next Chapter
In this episode, Ben Nadareski, CEO of Solstice Labs, explains how his team is building a permissionless, institutional‑grade yield engine for Solana, turning the network’s low‑cost, high‑throughput infrastructure into sustainable DeFi returns. He outlines Solana’s bullish fundamentals, the evolution of its risk engine into a yield engine, and the role of stablecoins and one‑click yield vaults like USX in delivering sharp, 8%‑plus yields. Drawing on his background in crypto derivatives, M&A, and nuclear physics, Ben emphasizes a scientific, data‑driven approach to risk management and scaling yield strategies for the next chapter of Solana’s ecosystem.
#492: Jon Trask, CEO and Founder of Dimitra, on Using Blockchain for Farming, Challenges in the Agricultural Sector, and The Future of...
In this episode, Jon Trask, founder of Dimitra, explains how the Solana blockchain, AI, machine learning, and IoT are being combined to create traceable, financing‑friendly solutions for farmers worldwide, especially those lacking access to capital and training. He highlights the...
#491: Robin Nordnes, CEO of Raiku, on Ethereum Vs. Solana, Reserving Block Space, and Solving Predictable Execution
In this episode, Robin Nordnes, founder and CEO of Raiku, explains how his Solana upgrade tackles the blockchain’s reliability problem by enabling instant, predictable, and scalable transactions, including reserving block space for planned execution. He contrasts Ethereum’s current limitations with...
#490: Iggy Ioppe, CIO of Theo, on The Future of Tokenized Finance, Money-Market Funds, and Connecting Liquidity Venues
In this episode, Iggy Ioppe, CIO of Theo, explores the merging of traditional finance and crypto, emphasizing that high‑speed traders now dominate Wall Street and that tokenizing assets alone isn’t enough without robust spot‑market liquidity. He discusses current trends in...
#489: Maximiliano Stochyk, Head of Sales at CoinTerminal, on Token Launchpads, Playbook for Early Stage Crypto Growth, and Crypto Fundraising
In this episode, Maximiliano Stochyk, Head of Sales at CoinTerminal, discusses the Argentine crypto landscape and how CoinTerminal’s launchpad supports early‑stage Web3 projects through refundable fundraising rounds and a new growth playbook. He shares insights on structuring multi‑million‑dollar fundraising deals,...
#488: Roman Cyganov, Founder of Antix, on The Future of Digital Identity, Expressive AI, and Tokenized Identity
In this episode Roman Cyganov, founder and co‑CEO of Antix, explains how AI‑driven digital humans and tokenised identities are reshaping online interaction, from expressive avatars to emotionally intelligent digital twins. He contrasts deepfakes with authentic, blockchain‑secured identities, highlighting ethical safeguards...
#487: Jeff Garzik, CEO of Bloq and Hemi Network, on The Convergence of Bitcoin and Ethereum, Bitcoin DeFi, Multi-Chain Liquidity
In this episode, Jeff Garzik—veteran Bitcoin core developer and CEO of Bloq and Hemi Network—explores the growing convergence between Bitcoin and Ethereum, highlighting how institutional capital is driving Bitcoin DeFi and multi‑chain liquidity solutions. He discusses recent Bitcoin price trends,...
#486: Andrew Forson, President of DeFi Technologies, on The Convergence of TradFi and Crypto, QCAD, Canadian Stablecoins, and Crypto ETPs
In this episode Andrew Forson, President of DeFi Technologies, explains how market volatility creates opportunities and drives the convergence of traditional finance with crypto, highlighting the rise of stablecoins such as Canada’s QCAD and the expanding ecosystem of crypto‑linked ETPs...
#485: Saneel Sreeni, Head of Special Projects at Ritual Foundation, on Creating the Sovereign Execution Layer for AI, The Current...
In this episode, Saneel Sreeni of the Ritual Foundation breaks down the post‑crash L1 landscape, explaining why most layer‑1 chains will consolidate and how Ritual aims to become the sovereign execution layer for AI‑driven on‑chain decisions. He connects AI advancements...
#484: Karia Samaroo, Founder of xTAO, on Bittensor, Decentralized AI, Crypto in Canada, and DATs
In this episode, Karia Samaroo discusses the $180 million acquisition of his former company WonderFi by Robinhood and his new venture xTAO, which builds on the decentralized AI network Bittensor. He explains how Bittensor’s subnet architecture enables decentralized AI services and...
#483: Nassim Eddequiouaq, CEO of Bastion, on The 10/10 Crypto Crash, The Future of Stablecoins, and Enterprise Stablecoin Adoption
In this episode, Nassim Eddequiouaq, CEO and co‑founder of Bastion, breaks down the 10/10 crypto crash, identifying the primary winners and losers and how the event reshaped market dynamics. He explains how Bastion’s NYDFS‑certified, enterprise‑ready stablecoin infrastructure bridges traditional finance...
#482: David Carvalho, CEO of Naoris Protocol, on Post-Quantum Crypto, The Future of Quantum Computing, and The SEC’s Post-Quantum Framework
In this episode, Naoris Protocol CEO David Carvalho explains why by 2028 all financial institutions must adopt post‑quantum security, outlining the highest‑risk sectors such as healthcare, national security, power grids and telecom. He breaks down the SEC’s post‑quantum financial infrastructure...
#481: Will Reeves, Co-Founder of Fold, on Bitcoin Credit Cards, Bitcoin Rewards, and the Future of Bitcoin
In this episode, Fold co‑founder and CEO Will Reeves explains why big‑tech wallets haven’t shifted spending economics and how Fold is redefining the model with Bitcoin‑first products, including reward cards that give Bitcoin without a purchase “buy‑in.” He details the...