The Crypto Mavericks

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we're joined by Kyle, Co-Founder and President of Global Settlement, to discuss how blockchain technology is transforming global payments and traditional finance. We dive into what Global Settlement is building, real-world adoption, stablecoins, asset tokenization, institutional partnerships, and the future of blockchain in the global financial system. Soci...

In this episode of the Crypto Mavericks Podcast, we sit down with the team at Brickken ($BKN) to explore one of crypto's fastest-growing sectors: real-world asset tokenization. We dive into how Brickken is bringing traditional assets on-chain, the growing interest from institutions, the utility behind $BKN, and what's next for the project as the RWA market continues to evolve. Social Media...

The NBA season is back, and so is the excitement around NBA Top Shot! 🏀 We're joined by Sam Williams, Creative Producer at NBA Top Shot , to discuss what's next for one of the most recognizable brands in digital collectibles. From the evolution of NBA Moments to new collector experiences, we explore how Top Shot is looking to reignite excitement, reward its community, and bring the next g...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with the Head of Research at CMT Digital to break down where crypto is headed next. We discuss the shift from hype-driven narratives to real infrastructure and adoption, the growth of stablecoins and tokenized assets, what institutional participation actually looks like behind the headlines, and how CMT separates real usage from market noise. We als...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with Utkarsh Ahuja, founder of Moon Pursuit Capital, to explore the current state of the crypto market and where the biggest opportunities could emerge next. We dive into how professional crypto funds approach trading, market-neutral strategies, and risk management, while discussing Bitcoin's four-year cycle, institutional adoption, and the futu...

AI is becoming more powerful but it's also becoming increasingly controlled by a handful of companies. In this episode, we sit down with Michael Heinrich, co-founder of 0G Labs , to explore whether crypto can actually provide an alternative infrastructure for the AI economy. We get into why decentralized AI needs blockchain at all, and where 0G fits alongside projects like Bittensor, Gensyn, A...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with Alan Orwick, co-founder of Quai Network and CEO of Dominant Strategies, to explore Quai’s approach to fast, affordable payments and decentralized apps. We break down QUAI vs. Qi, merged mining, how SOAP connects mining revenue to QUAI buybacks, and what’s happening across the Quai ecosystem. Plus, we discuss plans for Bitcoin integration, AI pa...

In this episode of the Crypto Mavericks podcast, Chris Turner, co-founder of Kula, explains how Kula is using real-world asset tokenization to unlock liquidity, improve governance, and give local communities a real stake in projects that affect them. He shares how his background in international development exposed him to waste, broken incentive structures, and failed grassroots impact, which even...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with Heslin, Co-founder and CBO of Zenith, to break down how Zenith is bringing Ethereum and Solana-compatible execution into the Canton Network. We cover why Canton is gaining traction with major financial institutions, how Zenith connects DeFi infrastructure with institutional markets, the role of privacy and compliance, and how $CC fits into the...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, I sit down with TEXITcoin founder Bobby Gray to talk about the current crypto market, why decentralization and permissionless systems have become more marketing terms than measurable technical properties, and what TEXITcoin is doing differently. We also break down its fair-launch, proof-of-work model, NectarPay’s approach to everyday crypto payments, and why re...

In this episode of the Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with M0 Chief Strategy and Product Officer João Reginatto to break down the next evolution of stablecoins and programmable money. We cover how M0 is building infrastructure for custom digital dollars, why interoperability will matter as the market fragments, the role of AI agents, and how companies like MoneyGram are already using stablecoin rai...

In this episode of the Crypto Mavericks, Glendy Kam, Chief Product Officer at Tassat, joins us to break down the infrastructure banks and institutions need for digital assets to scale. We discuss Tassat’s always-on payment and settlement network, tokenized deposits, stablecoins, real-time settlement, and the growing role of compliance and liquidity. Glendy also dives into Project NENYA, Tassat’s n...

In this episode, we speak with Alexander Taskey, founder and CEO of Frame, and Lloyd Moore, co-founder and CTO. We break down how Frame helps financial institutions move money across traditional payment rails, stablecoins, and tokenized deposits through one connected platform. The conversation covers interoperability, atomic settlement, embedded compliance, the role of SWIFT, and how the future of...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, Anthony Georgiades joins the show to share his perspective as both an investor and a builder across crypto, AI, and emerging technology. We discuss how Innovating Capital identifies promising founders and markets, where tokenization is creating real value, and how stablecoins are beginning to improve the way private capital moves. Anthony also shares his view o...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, Ethereum is evolving, but what if its biggest challenge isn't speed or fees - its predictability? In this episode, we sit down with the founder of ETHGas to discuss how a forward market for Ethereum blockspace could reshape transactions, improve institutional adoption, and unlock the next generation of on-chain applications. We also dive into Ethereum's...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with MacBrennan Peet, founder of Project 0, to talk about the growing problem of capital fragmentation across DeFi and how unified margin could make the space far more efficient. We break down DeFi prime brokerage, Project 0 Strategies, risk management, institutional adoption, and what the next stage of DeFi could look like as the market continues t...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with Anthony Anzalone, better known as Burnt Banksy, founder and CEO of Verona. After making global headlines with the Banksy NFT burn in 2021, Anthony went on to build XION, which has now evolved into Verona: a verified information layer for AI agents. We discuss the evolution from digital ownership to digital verification, why AI agents need trust...

In this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with Joe Buttram, CEO of Field Digital, to discuss why digital asset infrastructure may become the next major opportunity for public market investors. Joe breaks down what infrastructure means in crypto, why many of these companies have stayed private, and how Field is building a public operating company designed to acquire, scale, and give investor...

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Rodman of Rodman Law Group to discuss one of the most important shifts happening in crypto today: the move from regulatory uncertainty toward clearer rules for innovation. We explore why the CLARITY Act has become such a pivotal piece of legislation, what it could mean for founders, investors, and token projects, and whether the United States is finally posit...

In this episode, we’re joined by Samantha Lewis, Partner at Mercury Fund, to discuss where crypto is evolving into real financial infrastructure. We cover stablecoins, tokenized yield, real-world assets, OpenTrade, and the convergence of traditional finance and Web3 — plus what needs to happen for blockchain-based financial products to reach true institutional scale. Social Media:  Youtube: https:...

2026. Instead of relying solely on marketplace activity, the platform is experimenting with new revenue models, stronger user incentives, and token-aligned mechanics designed to create a more durable ecosystem. We explore: Why the first generation of NFT business models struggled How Top Shot's new strategy differs from the 2021 playbook The role of fees, rewards, and token economics What this...

In this episode, we sit down with the Founder & CEO of Cap, to discuss how Cap is building new infrastructure for digital dollar savings, stablecoin yield, and onchain credit. We break down how Cap connects users to trusted digital dollar assets, why stablecoins are becoming one of crypto’s strongest use cases, and what the future of onchain finance could look like as credit markets move onto...

On this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with Jerald David, CEO of Lynq, to break down one of the biggest infrastructure opportunities in crypto and traditional finance: real-time, yield-bearing settlement. Lynq is building a dedicated Avalanche L1 designed to help institutions move Treasury-backed funds instantly while still earning interest. We discuss why settlement, collateral mobility...

On this episode of Crypto Mavericks, we sit down with the team behind Decibel, a fully onchain trading engine built for the next generation of markets. Decibel is focused on bringing order matching, execution, and settlement onchain, with the goal of making trading more transparent, efficient, and verifiable. We talk about why that matters, how Decibel is approaching market structure differently,...

This week we sit down with Ovie Faruq, co-founder of REKT, to break down how REKT evolved from a crypto-native media brand into one of the strongest consumer brands in the space. We dive into the strategy behind building culture in crypto, why attention is becoming one of the most valuable assets in the industry, and how REKT is turning community into real-world products and experiences through it...