Compliance That Makes Sense

If you've been listening to this show for a while, you'll know that I don't approve of traditional compliance education. So, I decided to create my very own FinTech compliance certification program, and I am very excited to announce that it is going to be launching on September 1st! The program will equip you with all the knowledge and skills you need to become a competent and confident compliance...

Unfortunately, Apple's policies around cryptocurrencies, in-app purchases, and NFTs have negative implications for many FinTechs. Tune in today to hear an overview of those policies, examples of the issues that companies have run into as a result, and common mistakes that founders make when trying to defend themselves.  Although I can't do anything to change Apple's approach, I can equip you with...

If you are considering creating a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), listen to this episode first! In it, I debunk some common misconceptions about decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) by sharing some of the most common use cases, governance models, and my honest opinion on whether or not it's worth it to create one!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate...

"Your business will grow to the level of problems you are willing to handle," so if you want your business to thrive, start getting comfortable with solving bigger and more complex problems!   Tune into this third and final segment of the Rise of the Business-Like CCO for a deep dive into the five stages of business (and what each stage means for compliance) and to have all your questions about hi...

Welcome to Part 2 of the Rise of the Business-Like CCO, a free video training from June 2023. This video training is broken up into three different sessions and today's podcast episode is the replay of Day 2. Now that we know the common and major mistakes from Part 1 of this series, it's time to jump into the metrics and strategies of the business-like CCO. In our discussion today, we consider whe...

This episode is a unique experience as it is a replay of a free video training where we discussed the rise of the business-like CCO. This video training is broken up into three different sessions and today's podcast episode is the replay of Day 1.  Before we jump into the metrics and strategies of the business-like CCO, we need to talk about the biggest mistakes compliance professionals make in th...

Today's episode is inspired by the recent SEC conflicts with Binance and Coinbase. After taking a few days to think things over, I have some conclusions to share.  Listen to learn what compliance problems are, what is happening with the SEC, and the things to consider when compliance problems arise. Sometimes, there's more to it than meets the eye.  If you want to learn more about compliance funct...

FinTechs have multiple options for revenue generation, and in this episode, I am going to discuss some of the most common and easily understood revenue sources as well as some of the more complicated ones that tend to lead to pushback from regulators!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startu...

Consumer protection, especially in recent years and especially in Europe and the western world, has become counterproductive.  Some regulators believe that we don't need more FInTech startups because we already have enough of them and because more startups may fail and hurt consumers.   I disagree. We need more startups because many financial services are still inefficient and many problems are no...

The tendency to micromanage compliance is rife in the FinTech world. In this episode, I discuss the various reasons why this is the case and offer some advice on how to deal with a micromanager!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, mor...

When it comes to crypto regulations, uncertainties are rife. In this episode, I share my thoughts on what the future of crypto regulations is likely to look like based on what I have noticed about the way regulators usually deal with new technologies.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startu...

As a FinTech startup founder, it is almost guaranteed that you will experience some form of crisis at some point in your journey in the industry. And more likely than not, you will experience more than one! In today's episode, I discuss some of the more common crisis situations, from counterparty failure to regulatory issues, and offer advice on how to deal with them. If you found value in this ep...

I recently read The Beginning of Infinity, a book which had a profound impact on how I see the world. In today's episode I apply some of the concepts from that book to my field of expertise. If you're looking for a way to efficiently scale your startup while remaining compliant, you've come to the right place; get ready to say goodbye to risk-aversion and expand your knowledge horizon! If you foun...

There are common misconceptions around FinTech compliance, and if you take the old-fashioned approach, you could end up really hurting your business. After listening to today's episode you'll understand the best way to approach compliance, and how this will allow you to scale your operation in a sustainable way.   If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a r...

To get your app onto Google and Apple App Stores, you will need to go through a review process. In this episode, I explain how to respond to some of the most common compliance questions that Apple and Google reviewers may ask you in relation to your app.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech sta...

ChatGPT has had a big impact on many industries worldwide because of its ability to accelerate and simplify processes. Although some people are worried about the job losses that applications like ChatGPT are likely to cause, I am excited about the future of the compliance sector with this kind of technology available. Tune in today to hear why!  If you found value in this episode, I would really a...

In the world of compliance, there are two main regulatory approaches: how to do things regulations and how to report things regulations. Depending on the regulation type, the compliance and implementation strategy can be dramatically different. In this episode, we explore how smart fintech companies can leverage a specific regulatory approach to grow and optimize their businesses while minimizing...

If you've realized that a completely rational, pragmatic approach doesn't always work for you in business, you'll be very happy to know there is another way. In this episode, I share some of my favorite "spiritual" tools that can help you learn to lean more on your intuition, increase your motivation, and feel more confident in your decisions!  If you found value in this episode, I would really ap...

If you've been asked to attend an interview with a regulator, don't panic! In this episode, I share my advice on how to approach these interviews and the types of questions to expect.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people ca...

Starting a business with a friend sounds like a good idea in theory, but in reality, it's often a different (much more challenging) story. Tune in today to hear about the common issues people face when they choose to go into business with their friends. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech start...

After speaking to many people who have lost their jobs due to FinTech company failures, I was motivated to create the Compliance Collective to help people in that position understand their value and get back on their feet. Tune in today to hear the reasons behind the job losses in the crypto space and how my program can benefit you!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if...

In this episode, I share my analysis of why US regulators have recently gone on a crusade of enforcement in the crypto space, using Kraken, Paxos, and Binance as the prime examples to highlight the issues that are being experienced by FinTech organizations currently.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as man...

Have you used ChatGPT? I was interested to know what it would give me back regarding CBDCs and why they're unlikely to be implemented on a large scale. Tune in today to hear the assessment I received from ChatGPT regarding the problems facing CBDCs versus my own! Which do you like better?   If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is...

In this episode, I explore some advantages and disadvantages of establishing a startup in the FinTech hubs of Luxembourg, Lichtenstein, Ireland, and Lithuania. A perfect environment does not exist, but this episode should give you clarity around which country will be best suited to you and your company.  WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT: On February 21st, 2023, Yana is offering a brand new, one of its kind,...

Many times projects are delayed due to an excessive amount of initial research and an unwillingness to take action. I've found that this is most often due to FinTech managers bringing on teams that do not have a same or similar business model to them. Tune in today to hear my advice on how you can use the Queen's Gambit style of chess as a FinTech strategy!  If you found value in this episode, I w...