Joint Custody - The Digital Asset Dialogues

Joint Custody Episode 15: Christopher Beck, Founder of Tradias

In the upcoming episode of Joint Custody – The Digital Asset Dialogues, Mark Mayerfeld will be joined by Christopher Beck, Founder of Tradias, for a conversation on the evolution of institutional digital asset markets in Europe. As the founder of one of Germany’s leading regulated digital asset trading firms, Christopher brings a unique perspective on how market structure, liquidity, and regulation are shaping the next phase of industry growth. The episode will explore the role of trading infrastructure in supporting adoption, the growing convergence between traditional finance and digital assets, and how firms are positioning themselves in a post-MiCA landscape. From crypto trading and tokenized securities to stablecoins and the broader maturation of digital asset markets, the discussion will examine where Europe stands today and how the competitive landscape may evolve in the years ahead.

Joint Custody Episode 14: Alexander Bechtel, Global Head of Digital Products and Solutions of DWS

In the upcoming episode of Joint Custody – The Digital Asset Dialogues, Benjamin Duve will be joined by Alexander Bechtel, Global Head of Digital Products and Solutions at DWS, for a conversation on how asset managers are navigating the shift toward digital finance. With experience spanning academia, central banking, and global financial institutions, Alexander brings a broad perspective on how digital assets are moving from experimentation into product, strategy, and client solutions. The episode will explore how firms like DWS are approaching this transition, where digital capabilities are reshaping traditional asset management, and where the most meaningful opportunities may emerge as the industry evolves.

Joint Custody Episode 13: Prashant K. Kher, Managing Director, Strategy of EY-Parthenon

In the upcoming episode of Joint Custody – The Digital Asset Dialogues, Benjamin Duve will be joined by Prashant K. Kher, Managing Director, Strategy at EY-Parthenon, to explore how institutions are approaching digital assets at scale. Drawing on his work advising global banks, asset managers, and financial institutions, Prashant will share perspectives on how the market is evolving, from strategy and adoption to the role of traditional financial institutions in shaping the next phase of the ecosystem. The episode will also touch on recent industry research and what it reveals about institutional preferences, shifting market dynamics, and how firms are positioning themselves as digital assets move further into the mainstream.

Joint Custody Episode 12: Alexander Höptner, CEO of AllUnity

In the upcoming episode of Joint Custody – The Digital Asset Dialogues, Benjamin Duve will be joined by Alexander Höptner, CEO of AllUnity, to discuss the launch of a fully MiCAR-compliant EUR stablecoin and what it means for Europe’s digital asset landscape. Backed by DWS, Flow Traders, and Galaxy, AllUnity brings together asset management, market making, and crypto-native expertise. The episode will explore how the company defines its role in the market, who it is building for, and how regulatory alignment shapes both product design and adoption. Drawing on leadership experience across Deutsche Börse, Börse Stuttgart, BitMEX, and now AllUnity, Alexander will also share his perspective on how stablecoins fit within the broader financial system, and how they may evolve alongside CBDCs, deposit tokens, and traditional settlement infrastructure.

Joint Custody Episode 11: Emma Lovett, Executive director of J.P. Morgan

In the upcoming episode of Joint Custody – The Digital Asset Dialogues, Benjamin Duve will be joined by Emma Lovett, Executive Director, Markets Digital Assets at J.P. Morgan, to explore how digital assets are intersecting with fixed income markets. As the largest asset class in global finance, credit presents both scale and complexity. The episode will examine how major institutions are approaching digital transformation in this space, what progress looks like beyond experimentation, and how traditional market structures are adapting to emerging digital infrastructure.