Assetra: Crypto & Coffee Podcast

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our twentieth episode, we explore how global trade fragmentation is reshaping supply chains, economic alliances, and the future of international commerce. From geopolitical tensions and tariffs to reshoring, friend-shoring, and the race for critical resources, we discuss why global supply...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our nineteenth episode, we explore the rise of synthetic media and its growing impact on trust, communication, and decision-making in the digital age. As AI-generated content becomes increasingly realistic, we discuss how deepfakes, synthetic voices, AI-generated images, and automated con...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our eighteenth episode, we explore one of the biggest challenges facing builders, founders, and protocols in the blockchain industry: monetization . From token models and subscription services to transaction fees, staking mechanisms, and enterprise partnerships, we break down how Web3 com...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our seventeenth episode, we dive into one of the hardest decisions founders face: knowing when to pivot and when to stay committed to the vision . We explore the psychology behind startup decision-making, the pressure of uncertainty, and how founders balance conviction with adaptability....

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our sixteenth episode, we talk about the realities of building a startup without venture capital , diving into the challenges, discipline, and mindset required to successfully bootstrap a business from the ground up. We discuss the tradeoffs between raising outside capital and staying sel...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our fifteenth episode, we dive into the rise of automation in trading, investing, and financial decision-making , exploring how algorithms and AI are rapidly transforming the way markets operate. We break down the shift from manual trading to fully automated systems , the role of AI in re...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In this episode, we dive into a heated discussion on gold vs the US dollar , debating whether the world’s reserve currency is at risk of being challenged — or even replaced — by hard assets like gold. We explore the role of the Federal Reserve , global trust in fiat systems, and the macro fo...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our thirteenth episode, we dive into a recent white paper on Bitcoin and quantum computing released by ARK Invest and Unchained , unpacking what it actually means for the future security of Bitcoin and cryptographic systems. We break down the real risks (and misconceptions) around quantum...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our twelfth episode, we dive into the growing impact of AI on the workforce , focusing on how automation is rapidly replacing tedious, repetitive tasks across industries. We break down what this shift actually means — not just job loss, but job transformation — and where humans still have...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our eleventh episode, we get real about our experiences running startups — what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons you only learn by actually building in the wild. We talk about how to find the right people , why team composition matters more than ideas , and how to balance technical, p...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our tenth episode, we break down how to build through both bear and bull markets , why the best founders and investors learn to ignore hype and narratives , and how staying focused on fundamentals is what actually compounds long-term. We also zoom out into the real economy, unpacking why...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our ninth episode, we zoom out to take a hard look at 2026 , unpacking the macro forces shaping global markets — from geopolitics and capital flows to the warning signs that often appear before recessions, market crashes, and credit freezes . We discuss how investors can think strategical...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our eighth episode, we dive into the world of real-world assets (RWAs) , vaults , and the tokenization of physical and financial assets , exploring how on-chain infrastructure is bridging traditional markets with blockchain-based finance. We unpack how vault systems enable secure custody...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our seventh episode, we dive into the cutting edge of technology, exploring photonic chips , their potential impact on crypto infrastructure , and the accelerating race in AI and semiconductor manufacturing between the United States and China . We break down what photonic computing means...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our sixth episode, we explore what makes the crypto market truly unique , breaking down the structural and technological differences that set it apart from traditional financial markets. We dive into Bitcoin , on-chain mechanics, gasless transaction concepts , and other emerging technolog...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our fifth episode, we explore how wealth management firms and big box retailers are beginning to adopt digital assets, blockchain infrastructure, and tokenized financial products — signaling one of the biggest shifts in mainstream financial and consumer behavior. We break down how advisor...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee — the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our fourth episode, we dive into the evolving world of neobanks and credit unions , exploring how digital transformation is reshaping community banking and financial accessibility. Joining us for this discussion is special guest Michael Davis from Gold Coast Credit Union , who brings firs...

In our third episode, we explore the evolving landscape of global finance, diving into PayPal USD, stablecoins, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), automated routing, and the growing impact of BRICS nations on the world’s economic balance. This episode is led by David Blackstone from Orchestra Labs, who brings deep insights into how digital currencies and programmable systems are transforming...

Pour another cup and join us for Episode 2 of Crypto & Coffee , where we continue exploring the crossroads of markets, technology, and digital innovation. This week, we’re recapping Token 2049 Singapore — the insights, the energy, and the key themes shaping the global crypto scene. We also dive deeper into AI and digital identity on the blockchain , unpacking how these technologies are redefin...

Start your morning with Crypto & Coffee , the podcast where markets, technology, and conversation meet. In our very first episode, we introduce the show, share a bit about who we are, and set the stage for what’s ahead. We dive into the rise of agentic AI —what it means, why it matters, and how it could reshape the way we approach trading and digital assets . Joining the conversation are our c...