The Clear Crypto Podcast

Ready or not: How wallet tech finally became usable

Crypto wallets used to be the worst part of the experience: clunky, confusing and terrifying to get wrong. In this episode, we sit down with Itamar Lesuisse, CEO of Ready (formerly Argent), to talk about how smart contract wallets, social recovery and sleek UX are finally making self-custody usable for real people.  From staking Bitcoin on Starknet to spending stablecoins with a card, no seed phrase required, wallets are evolving into full onchain accounts. This is where crypto stops feeling like a risk and starts working as it should. Produced by Tonal Media. (00:00) Introduction to The Clear Crypto Podcast (00:56) The importance of privacy in crypto (04:51) Introduction of guest (04:45) Understanding seed phrases in crypto wallets (06:59) Innovations in self-custodial wallets (09:32) Stepping away from the wallet experience (10:12) The how-to of self custody (14:32) Explaining self-custody to others (19:51) What are neobanks? (21:23) Crypto for the next generation (24:23) Conclusion Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph. Follow StarkWare on X @StarkWareLtd   Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com. Check out StarkWare at https://starkware.co/  If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review! The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Calm in the crypto storm: Sam Kazemian on stablecoins and the future of money

Stablecoins: are they crypto’s killer use case or a compromise on decentralization?Host Nathan sits down with Sam Kazemian, CEO of Frax Finance, to unpack why stablecoins are suddenly the hottest topic in crypto, from explosive real-world demand to brand-new U.S. legislation that could change everything.  Sam explains how Frax is building a compliant, genius-act-ready dollar on-chain, why perfect decentralization might be impossible for fiat-pegged assets, and how stablecoins deliver the best of both worlds. No jargon, just the clearest take yet on why stablecoins are the bridge to mainstream adoption.  New to crypto or a hardcore cypherpunk, this episode will shift how you see the future of money. Produced by Tonal Media.  (00:00) Introduction (00:54) UK stablecoin regulations and why stablecoins matter (02:15) FRAX Finance and the Genius Act (03:18) Market opportunities and growth prospects (04:04) Decentralization vs. stablecoins (06:38) Current motivations in the crypto industry Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph. Follow StarkWare on X @StarkWareLtd   Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com. Check out StarkWare at https://starkware.co/  If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review! The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

From Wall Street to Main Street: Grassroots Bitcoin adoption

Is Bitcoin just for Wall Street elites, or is it thriving in America's heartland? Hosts Nathan and Gareth chat with Matthew Moore, Oklahoma radio and TV host, about grassroots Bitcoin adoption, surprising everyday uses, state legislation like the Bitcoin Freedom Act and battling inflation with sound money.  Matthew shares how he's educating boomers, lawmakers and small towns on digital scarcity and self-custody. No jargon, just straight talk on crypto's real-world revolution. Whether you’re new or a seasoned hodler, this one’s for you. Produced by Tonal Media. Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph. Follow StarkWare on X @StarkWareLtd   Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com. Check out StarkWare at https://starkware.co/  If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review! The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Privacy 2.0 Unleashed: Encrypted Computing's Blockchain Revolution

What’s the real tension in blockchain, total transparency or total privacy, and how do we unlock both?  Hosts Nathan and co-host Gareth dive deep with Yannik Schrade, CEO and co-founder of Arcium, on the privacy revolution: encrypted computing, zero-knowledge proofs, and multi-party magic that lets blockchains handle sensitive data like medical records and finance without leaks or trusted middlemen.  Yannik unveils his vision of "encrypted fibers" connecting global data silos for life-saving insights and seamless DeFi. No jargon, just straight talk on crypto’s privacy 2.0 era. Whether you’re new to the chain or a privacy purist, this one’s for you. Produced by Tonal Media. 00:00 Welcome to the Clear Crypto Podcast 00:54 Gareth's Insights from Token 2049 02:54 The Importance of Privacy in Crypto 04:00 SEC Privacy Roundtable & Introducing Yannik Schrader 04:54 What is Encrypted Computing & Arcium's Vision 05:40 The Blockchain Privacy-Transparency Paradox Explained 14:15 Privacy 2.0: Encrypted Shared State & Use Cases 21:08 Challenges and Regulatory Concerns 23:01 Closing Remarks and Socials Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph. Follow StarkWare on X @StarkWareLtd   Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com. Check out StarkWare at https://starkware.co/  If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review! The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

From cold storage to smart staking: How Bitcoin just got productive on Starknet

What if your Bitcoin could earn yield while staying secure and usable every day? Host Nathan chats with Bitcoin OG Dan Heyman, advisor at the Starknet Foundation, and Harry Grant from RE7 Labs, fresh from a Singapore launch event, about staking BTC on Starknet, the breakthrough turning digital gold into a productive powerhouse.  They unpack trustless yields, DeFi loops for max returns, and funds like RE7's BTC strategy that make it all seamless. No jargon, just straight talk on Bitcoin's usability revolution. Whether you're a newbie holder or a DeFi builder, this one's for you. Produced by Tonal Media (00:49) Introduction to today's topic: Bitcoin's practical use (01:38) Major development in Bitcoin usability (03:16) Daniel Heyman’s journey into crypto (06:00) Staking Bitcoin on Starknet (06:12) Understanding staking and its benefits (14:14) Henry Grant on Re7 Capital's role (16:20) On-chain strategies and maximizing yield (19:17) The importance of education in crypto Follow Cointelegraph on X @Cointelegraph. Follow StarkWare on X @StarkWareLtd   Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com. Check out StarkWare at https://starkware.co/  If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review! The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast’s participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.