Around The Coin

Join host Stephen Sargeant [http://linkedin.com/in/stephen-brent-sargeant-cams] as he engages in an enlightening conversation with Lee Bratcher [http://linkedin.com/in/leebratcher], the president and founder of the Texas Blockchain Council [http://texasblockchaincouncil.org/]. Dive deep into the current landscape of Bitcoin mining in Texas, the intersection of politics and crypto, and the impact of digital assets. Lee discusses the regulatory environment, the future of land administration through blockchain, and Texas's strategic Bitcoin reserve. Learn about the upcoming North American Blockchain Summit featuring industry experts, sports icons Emmett Smith and Terrell Owens, and impactful discussions around AI, data centers, and more. Explore the collaboration between the Texas Blockchain Council and the Canadian Blockchain Consortium, highlighting the shared mission of driving innovation in the digital asset space.   We are also available via: * Around The Coin — Official Website [https://www.aroundthecoin.com/] * Buzzsprout [https://aroundthecoin.buzzsprout.com/] * Apple Podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-coin/id805021615] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/45k32XWYX3sR4zBVXxvDhf] * Player FM [https://player.fm/series/around-the-coin] * Quora [https://aroundthecoin.quora.com/] * Medium [https://medium.com/around-the-coin] * X [https://twitter.com/aroundthecoin]  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/aroundthecoin/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/around-the-coin/] * Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@aroundthecoinpodcast] * Soundcloud [https://soundcloud.com/aroundthecoin]   Check out  http://deepca.st/around-the-coin [http://deepca.st/around-the-coin] on DeepCast to delve into episode transcripts, key insights, discussed topics, and more!

In this episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-brent-sargeant-cams/] welcomes Taylor Lauber [http://linkedin.com/in/d-taylor-lauber-b37b90b], CEO of Shift4 [https://www.shift4.com/]. They discuss Shift4's journey into the payment processing space, its work with e-commerce companies, and its involvement in the cryptocurrency world. The conversation also covers Shift4's philanthropic endeavors, such as the Giving Block and the Care for Crypto campaign, which have donated over $20 million. Taylor shares insights on the nuances of regulatory compliance, the future of fintech, and how Shift4 is staying ahead with technological advancements, including exploring space payments. Additionally, they explore Taylor's personal background, his career at Blackstone Group, the growth strategies at Shift4, and the importance of balancing software and hardware in the current state of payments. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in payments, tech, and the evolving fintech landscape.   We are also available via: * Around The Coin — Official Website [https://www.aroundthecoin.com/] * Buzzsprout [https://aroundthecoin.buzzsprout.com/] * Apple Podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-coin/id805021615] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/45k32XWYX3sR4zBVXxvDhf] * Player FM [https://player.fm/series/around-the-coin] * Quora [https://aroundthecoin.quora.com/] * Medium [https://medium.com/around-the-coin] * X [https://twitter.com/aroundthecoin]  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/aroundthecoin/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/around-the-coin/] * Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@aroundthecoinpodcast] * Soundcloud [https://soundcloud.com/aroundthecoin]   Check out  http://deepca.st/around-the-coin [http://deepca.st/around-the-coin] on DeepCast to delve into episode transcripts, key insights, discussed topics, and more!

Join host Stephen Sargeant [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-brent-sargeant-cams/] on the Around The Coin podcast as he talks with Aidan Larkin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aidan-larkin-29810781/], the CEO and co-founder of Asset Reality [https://www.assetreality.com/], about the dynamic journey of building a startup in asset recovery. Aidan delves into the trials and triumphs of running a VC-backed company, handling imposter syndrome, and maintaining self-awareness as a CEO. The conversation covers the challenges in both digital and physical asset recovery, heavily intertwined with regulatory obligations. Aidan’s fascinating anecdotes range from exotic seizures like movie memorabilia and even live animals to deep dives into his past experiences as a tax inspector and handling criminal tax cases. They also discuss the future of asset recovery, the influence of regulations, and the importance of cross-border cooperation in combating economic crime. If you’re into crypto, asset recovery, or the regulatory landscape, this episode is for you.    We are also available via: * Around The Coin — Official Website [https://www.aroundthecoin.com/] * Buzzsprout [https://aroundthecoin.buzzsprout.com/] * Apple Podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-coin/id805021615] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/45k32XWYX3sR4zBVXxvDhf] * Player FM [https://player.fm/series/around-the-coin] * Quora [https://aroundthecoin.quora.com/] * Medium [https://medium.com/around-the-coin] * X [https://twitter.com/aroundthecoin]  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/aroundthecoin/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/around-the-coin/] * Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@aroundthecoinpodcast] * Soundcloud [https://soundcloud.com/aroundthecoin]   Check out  http://deepca.st/around-the-coin [http://deepca.st/around-the-coin] on DeepCast to delve into episode transcripts, key insights, discussed topics, and more!

In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-brent-sargeant-cams/] welcomes Jaime Leverton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimeleverton/], CEO of ReserveOne [https://reserveone.com/] and former CEO of Hut 8. Jaime shares her incredible journey across telco, cloud infrastructure, Bitcoin mining, and now building a diversified digital asset treasury. They dive into the rise of ReserveOne, the unique structure of digital asset stockpiles, and why Bitcoin and stablecoins are critical for the future of payments. Jaime explains the challenges of running public companies, navigating U.S. vs Canadian regulations, and how ReserveOne differentiates itself from ETFs and tokens. She also opens up about balancing parenthood with leadership, lessons learned from Blackberry and Hut 8, and advice for builders in crypto and fintech. This episode is essential for anyone interested in stablecoins, digital asset treasuries, regulation, and the future of corporate Bitcoin adoption.   We are also available via: * Around The Coin — Official Website [https://www.aroundthecoin.com/] * Buzzsprout [https://aroundthecoin.buzzsprout.com/] * Apple Podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-coin/id805021615] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/45k32XWYX3sR4zBVXxvDhf] * Player FM [https://player.fm/series/around-the-coin] * Quora [https://aroundthecoin.quora.com/] * Medium [https://medium.com/around-the-coin] * X [https://twitter.com/aroundthecoin]  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/aroundthecoin/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/around-the-coin/] * Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@aroundthecoinpodcast] * Soundcloud [https://soundcloud.com/aroundthecoin]   Check out  http://deepca.st/around-the-coin [http://deepca.st/around-the-coin] on DeepCast to delve into episode transcripts, key insights, discussed topics, and more!

In this episode of the Around The Coin podcast, host Stephen Sargeant [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-brent-sargeant-cams/] chats with Nitya Subramanian [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nityas1/], the founder and CEO of Para [https://www.getpara.com/]. They explore various facets of stablecoins and wallet infrastructure, including liquidity, composability, and interoperability. Key topics also include the benefits of non-custodial wallets, compliance, and regulatory requirements for onboarding Web2 companies into Web3. Nitya offers insights from her FinTech and crypto journey, including her tenure at Celo. This episode is essential for professionals in FinTech and payments, offering a comprehensive look at the current and future trends in the industry.  We are also available via: * Around The Coin — Official Website [https://www.aroundthecoin.com/] * Buzzsprout [https://aroundthecoin.buzzsprout.com/] * Apple Podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/around-the-coin/id805021615] * Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/45k32XWYX3sR4zBVXxvDhf] * Player FM [https://player.fm/series/around-the-coin] * Quora [https://aroundthecoin.quora.com/] * Medium [https://medium.com/around-the-coin] * X [https://twitter.com/aroundthecoin]  * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/aroundthecoin/] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/around-the-coin/] * Tiktok [https://www.tiktok.com/@aroundthecoinpodcast] * Soundcloud [https://soundcloud.com/aroundthecoin]   Check out  http://deepca.st/around-the-coin [http://deepca.st/around-the-coin] on DeepCast to delve into episode transcripts, key insights, discussed topics, and more!