Modern Money

Crypto, Community, and insights into the Future of Money with Meltem Demirors (Crucible)

Join host Keith Grossman in conversation with Meltem Demirors, Founder and General Partner of Crucible, on Modern Money as they dive into the world of crypto, community, and innovation. Discover the origins of Meltem's unique journey from trading in oil and gas to becoming a leading voice in cryptocurrency. Listen in as they recount the fascinating dynamics of NFT communities and the absurd yet powerful world of Crypto Dickbutts. Plus, get insights into Crucible, Meltem's new venture at the intersection of crypto and physical infrastructure. Don't miss this episode packed with insights and laughter, where history, technology, and finance collide. * * * * * * * * * * ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 05:18 Melton's Diverse Career Path 07:08 Bitcoin: From Internet Meme to Movement 12:43 "DJs, NFTs, and Crypto Parties" 17:34 "Mystery Founder and Crypto Rituals" 23:01 Crucible: Investing in Tech Infrastructure Transformation 31:23 Bitcoin's Enduring Market Dominance 38:10 "Solar's Profitability and AI's Real Impact" 42:12 Beware Algorithm-Driven Content 46:49 "Crypto: From Mockery to Mainstream" * * * * * * * * * * 👋 STAY IN TOUCH ✦ Modern Money Podcast ✦ Our website [ modernmoneypodcast.com] Follow @modernmoneypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/modernmoneypodcast/] on Instagram Follow @moonpay [https://www.instagram.com/moonpay/] on Instagram ✦ Today’s Guest: Meltem Demirors ✦ Crucible’s [https://www.cruciblecap.xyz/] Website Meltem's [https://www.meltemdemirors.com] Website Follow Meltem Demitors on: Twitter [https://twitter.com/Melt_Dem]LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/meltdem/]Substack [https://meltdem.substack.com/archive] Web3: Mirror [https://meltem.mirror.xyz/]Footprints [https://hoot.it/meltemmm.eth]

Decentralized Finance and Beyond with Clay Robbins (Colosseum)

Host Abhay Mavalankar, VP of Corporate Development and Investments, sits down with Clay Robbins, Co-Founder & General Partner at Colosseum, to dive into his captivating journey from Square to the crypto world and the inception of Colosseum. Clay shares fascinating insights into how Colosseum is revolutionizing decentralized finance through innovative hackathons and an accelerator program specifically tailored for the Solana ecosystem. He offers a unique perspective on the evolution of cryptocurrency infrastructure, the importance of stablecoins, and the future of developer engagement in the crypto space. Tune in to learn how Clay and his team are fostering a new wave of crypto innovation and what trends are shaping the industry's future. * * * * * * * * * * ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 03:26 Strategic Success with Market Timing 09:19 Solana Hackathons and Talent Platform 11:56 Crypto Startup Accelerator Investment Model 18:29 Global Developer Trends and Opportunities 20:32 Revolutionizing Payment Systems 26:13 Solana's Future: Scalable Finance Innovation 29:23 "Capital Efficiency in Market Cycles" 32:20 Solana's Global Innovation Surge * * * * * * * * * * 👋 STAY IN TOUCH ✦ Modern Money Podcast ✦Follow@modernmoneypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/modernmoneypodcast/] on Instagram Follow@moonpay [https://www.instagram.com/moonpay/] on Instagram ✦ Today’s Guest: Clay Robbins ✦ Colosseum’s [http://colosseum.org]Website FollowColosseum [https://x.com/colosseum] on X/Twitter FollowClay Robbins [https://x.com/crabbylions]  on X/Twitter

Digital Wallets and Blockchain Freedom: Ariel Wengroff and Ian Rogers (Ledger)

On this episode of Modern Money, host Keith Grossman welcomes Ariel Wengroff, Executive Producer and VP of Communications at Ledger, and Ian Rogers, Chief Experience Officer at Ledger, for an engaging exploration of digital security and blockchain innovation. They discuss the transformative impact of Ledger Academy in delivering global educational resources, the challenges of designing ultra-secure digital wallets, and blockchain’s role as a "freedom technology" for people in crisis. The conversation delves into the future of digital identities, the integration of advanced security measures, and the cultural shift toward true digital ownership. Packed with personal insights and compelling stories, this episode reveals why Ledger's technology is as vital as the chip on your credit card—and how it’s shaping the future of secure digital value. * * * * * * * * * * ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Brands need revenue to control their narrative. 12:46 Ledger's mission is securing digital assets globally. 14:31 Ledger isn't a vault; it's crypto protection. 23:08 AI challenges security with decentralized digital assets. 38:27 How Ledger protects secrets, assets, logins, passwords, cryptocurrencies. * * * * * * * * * * 👋 STAY IN TOUCH ✦ Modern Money Podcast ✦ Our website Follow @modernmoneypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/modernmoneypodcast/] on Instagram Follow @moonpay [https://www.instagram.com/moonpay/] on Instagram ✦ Today’s Guest: Ariel Wengroff and Ian Rogers✦ Ledger’s Website [https://www.ledger.com/] Follow Ledger [https://www.instagram.com/ledger?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] on Instagram

Building the Next-Gen Crypto Infrastructure: Peter Watts (Reservoir)

In this episode of Modern Money, host Abhay Mavalankar, VP of Corporate Development and Investments, sits down with Peter Watts, founder of Reservoir, to explore the cutting edge of cross-chain value movement and the future of blockchain infrastructure. Peter delves into how Reservoir is simplifying cross-chain transactions with Relay, reimagining liquidity solutions for NFTs, and shaping the next generation of stablecoin ecosystems. From the challenges of building in the crypto space to the opportunities presented by strategic acquisitions, this conversation offers a front-row seat to the innovations driving blockchain's next major leap. Tune in for an insider's perspective on the path to a unified, seamless chain experience and the future of decentralized finance. * * * * * * * * * * ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 05:08 Infrastructure gaps in blockchain offer exciting opportunities. 08:04 How successful early acquisitions strengthened the Reservoir team. 12:34 Optimized multi-chain marketplace infrastructure for flexibility. 20:55 Shift from developer platform to consumer application. 32:04 NFTs simplify asset creation and trade. 37:29 How Stablecoin adoption is crucial for blockchain usability. * * * * * * * * * * 👋 STAY IN TOUCH ✦ Modern Money Podcast ✦ Our website Follow @modernmoneypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/modernmoneypodcast/] on Instagram Follow @moonpay [https://www.instagram.com/moonpay/] on Instagram ✦ Today’s Guest: Peter Watts ✦ Reservoir Website [https://reservoir.tools/] Follow @Peter Wats [https://x.com/ptrwtts] on X Follow Reservoir [https://x.com/Reservoir0x] on X

Inside PayPal's Journey into Crypto and Blockchain: Jose Fernandez da Ponte (PayPal)

Host Keith Grossman sits down with Jose Fernandez da Ponte, Senior Vice President, Digital Currencies at PayPal, to dive deep into the future of payments. From the origins of PayPal's crypto journey to launching stablecoins like PUSD, Fernandez da Ponte shares insights on how blockchain technology is poised to revolutionize the financial landscape by making transactions faster, cheaper, and more accessible worldwide. Learn how PayPal is navigating market complexities, regulatory environments, and the evolving digital currency space while maintaining a focus on trust and usability. * * * * * * * * * * ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 05:43 PayPal: Gateway to crypto with trusted brand. 08:11 Venmo's rapid success surpassed PayPal's integration. 10:42 PayPal legitimizes crypto; increases awareness and trust. 14:47 Internet lowers tech costs, enables blockchain finance. 17:25 Digital remittances grow rapidly via mobile wallets. 24:36 PayPal enhances stablecoin, cryptocurrency accessibility for merchants. 28:33 Facilitating international trade via digital currency. * * * * * * * * * * 👋 STAY IN TOUCH ✦ Modern Money Podcast ✦ Our website Follow @modernmoneypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/modernmoneypodcast/] on Instagram Follow @moonpay [https://www.instagram.com/moonpay/] on Instagram ✦ Today’s Guest: Jose Fernandez da Ponte ✦ PayPal’s Website [https://www.paypal.com/pyusd]Follow Jose Fernandez da Ponte [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-fernandez-da-ponte-a46ba81/] on LinkedIn