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Stablecoins are no longer just a trading instrument — they’re becoming a yield-bearing layer of digital finance . In this episode, I sit down with Maxim Galash, CEO of Coinchange Financial, to unpack how yield in digital asset markets actually works — and why this infrastructure is quietly becoming a core part of the financial system. We explore how stablecoin yield is generated across credit mark...

Banking hours still shape how money moves — even in a digital economy. In this episode, I sit down with Didier Lavallée , CEO of Tetra Digital Group , to unpack why stablecoins are emerging as settlement infrastructure , not speculative assets. We discuss: Why traditional payment and settlement rails stop at cut-off times How stablecoins enable value transfer beyond banking hours The role of regul...

In this special edition playback from the Tech Tuesday conference, host Joshua Seerattan explores the financial transformation redefining how capital moves — from cash to cards to programmable money. This 20-minute keynote unpacks the intersection of open banking, digital assets, and stablecoins , and the global race to modernize financial rails. From trillion-dollar settlement volumes to policy p...

The Institutional Era of Crypto: Tokenizing the World and a 3iQ Global Expansion Story In this conversation, Pascal Saint-Jean, president and CEO of 3iQ, shares his journey into the world of Bitcoin and digital assets, discussing the evolution of 3iQ as a digital asset manager. He emphasizes the importance of regulatory frameworks in shaping the crypto landscape, the need for global perspectives o...

In this episode of the Candid Capital podcast, host Josh Seerattan speaks with Christian Pedrosa, founder of Digi.ai and winner of the 2025 Rio Web Summit Pitch Competition. They explore Digi.ai’s journey from a social impact coding project to an enterprise-grade AI agent platform operating across seven countries. Christian shares how Digi.ai helps large companies deploy voice-based conversational...

In this episode of the Candid Capital Podcast, we sit down with José V. Fernández , CEO and founder of Bankuish and winner of the 4YFN pitch competition at Mobile World Congress. From building credit systems in West Africa to rethinking underwriting for Uber drivers and creators, José shares the origin and evolution of Bankuish — a fintech solution unlocking financial access for the modern workfor...

In this episode of The Candid Capital Podcast , host Josh S. speaks with David Palmer , Chief Product Officer at Vodafone’s Pairpoint , about how blockchain is quietly becoming the next layer of digital infrastructure for enterprise. They dive into how Pairpoint is leveraging blockchain to enable trusted identities, interoperability, and dynamic transactions between billions of IoT devices — all w...

In this Market Updates Playback, Josh is joined by veteran investor Matt Roberts for a candid conversation on what lies ahead for Canada’s innovation economy. From rising cross-border friction for Canadian founders to the Middle East’s trillion-dollar push into AI infrastructure, Matt shares deep insights from his global vantage point. They dive into Canada’s structural venture capital issues, the...

In this episode of Candid Capital , host Josh Seerattan sits down with Shaun Cumby, CEO of Virgo Digital Asset Management, to explore the evolving world of digital assets. From Sean’s early encounters with Bitcoin to his pivotal role in launching Canada's first Bitcoin ETF, they discuss the challenges of navigating regulatory landscapes, building innovative crypto products, and managing digital as...

In this episode of the Canada Capital Podcast, host Josh S. engages with Bruce Cleveland, a seasoned entrepreneur and author, to discuss the intricacies of market engineering and fundraising. Bruce shares his extensive background in technology and venture capital, detailing his journey from Oracle to founding his own investment firm. He introduces the Traction Gap Framework, emphasizing the import...

Summary: In this episode of the Candid Capital podcast, host Josh interviews Laura Walsh, an angel investor and Techstars mentor, discussing her journey into entrepreneurship, the evolution of blockchain technology, and the role of the Techstars Web3 Accelerator. Laura shares her experiences in Japan and Thailand, her insights on the potential of blockchain in transforming financial systems, and t...

In this conversation, Candid Capital. and Martin Cheski discuss the landscape of venture capital, focusing on TELUS Global Ventures' investment strategies, market trends, and the role of AI in the industry. They explore the differences between Canadian and global markets, provide advice for emerging fund managers, and commentary on EBITDA in Venture. The discussion also highlights the growing impo...

Summary In this conversation, Josh S. and Farah Jhumra discuss the current landscape of the Canada Capital Market, focusing on venture capital trends, the impact of AI and machine learning, advancements in robotics, and the importance of ESG metrics in investment decisions. They explore how these elements are shaping the innovation economy and the challenges faced by investors and startups alike....

Summary In this conversation, Josh and Alejandro Troll discuss the innovation ecosystem in Latin America, focusing on venture capital, startup growth, and investment strategies. Alejandro shares insights on the growth of Colombia's startup scene, the importance of repeat entrepreneurs, and the role of corporate venture capital. They also explore trends in AI and FinTech, the significance of events...

In this episode of the Candid Capital podcast, we explore the transformative world of decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIn) with Kate Withers, co-founder of a Web3 startup. Broadcasting from the Beyond Blockchain event in Ottawa, Kate discusses her journey from agriculture to Web3, the impact of DePIn on various industries, and the power of community-driven technology. Tune in for...

In this conversation, Josh Seerattan interviews Jacopo Losso, the Director General of the European Business Angel Network, about angel investment and the differences between angel networks in Europe and Canada. They discuss topics such as the origin story of angel investment, the profile of angels in Europe and Canada, differences in investment strategies, the impact of capital gains tax on angel...

Welcome back to the Candid Capital Podcast! In this special bonus episode, we're excited to bring you a playback of one of the panel from the recent Innovator’s Forum. The session, moderated by Marie Tatibouet, CMO of Amber Fuel, featured an insightful discussion with a panel of experts in the realm of tokenomics and blockchain. Joining Marie were Luca Bazzurro, Token Designer Mentor at Startu...

Welcome back to the Candid Capital Podcast! In this special bonus episode, we are bringing you an exclusive segment from the recent Innovator’s Forum, focusing on the discussion with Mansoor Madhavji, a figure in the investment field of Web 3. During this episode, we explore key takeaways highlighted by Mansoor's analysis from working as a Partner at the Blockchain Founders Fund and his predic...

Welcome back to the Candid Capital Podcast! In this special bonus episode, we are bringing you an exclusive segment from the recent Innovator’s Forum, focusing on the discussion with Luca Bazzurro, a figure in the field of tokenomics. During this episode, we explore key takeaways highlighted by Luca Bazzurro's analysis from working as a Token Designer and his predictions for future trends. Thi...

Welcome back to the Candid Capital Podcast! In this special bonus episode, we are bringing you an exclusive segment from the recent Innovator’s Forum, focusing on the discussion with Serge Samarets, a figure in the field of tokenomics. During this episode, we explore key takeaways highlighted by Serge's analysis of from working as a Crypto Asset Manager and his predictions for future trends. T...

In this episode of Candid Capital, host Josh Seerattan dives deep into the Brazilian crypto ecosystem with special guest Aaron Stanley, the founder and publisher of the Brazil Crypto Report . Join us as we uncover Brazil's unique approach to crypto and Web3, with insights from one of the industry's most influential voices. Aaron shares his journey from Washington DC journalist to Brazilian crypto...

In this episode of the Candid Capital Podcast, we dive deep into the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of Brazil's tech market with the distinguished Julia De Luca, a seasoned Investment Banker specializing in Tech Coverage at Itaú BBA. With her finger firmly on the pulse of Brazil's technology sector, Julia brings a wealth of knowledge, from groundbreaking startups to the latest investm...

Welcome back to another installment of the Candid Capital Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the world of Web3 and Bitcoin with special guest Hanan Nor, an esteemed Investment Manager at Outlier Ventures. Hanan is not only at the forefront of the Bitcoin and crypto initiatives but also brings a wealth of experience from previous roles at Deloitte Ventures and the Gates Foundation. With a keen...

Welcome back to the Candid Capital Podcast! In this special bonus episode, we're taking you straight to the heart of the Web 3 North Conference. Our host, Josh, has the unique opportunity to sit down with none other than Alex Tapscott, a leading visionary, seasoned investor, and authoritative figure in the Web 3 realm. Alex Tapscott, renowned for his entrepreneurial spirit and deep expertise i...

Welcome back to the Candid Capital Podcast! In this episode, your host Josh sits down with Dr. Zina Cinker, a visionary creator and influential figure in the field of material sciences. Dr. Cinker is known for her work as the creator of the annual Puzzle X conference held in Barcelona and her role as the Director General of Matter Inc., a prominent organization in the material sciences sector. Wit...