Solana is Global with Alex Scott

In this episode, Alex Scott interviews Ryot, founder of Xitadel, about innovative on-chain debt solutions for Web3 projects. They explore the Liquid Treasury Token (LTT), its mechanics, benefits, and future potential for the crypto ecosystem. Follow on X @xitadel_fi

In this episode, Dr. Prakash Kamaraj of Decharge discusses innovative approaches to EV infrastructure, blockchain integration, and global expansion strategies. Discover how Decharge is transforming energy aggregation and the role of Solana in their tech stack. X: @DoctorPrk, @DeCharge

In this episode, Alex Scott talks with David Lachmish, co-founder of IKA and Encrypt, exploring how cryptography research is revolutionizing blockchain technology. They discuss multi-party computation, fully homomorphic encryption, and their applications in custody, interoperability, and privacy for global finance.

This episode explores the innovative community-building efforts of Island DAO, its evolution into a network state, and the exciting developments in Solana governance and events, including plans for Latin America and the Ride project.

In this episode, Dr. Mohamed Damak, Managing Director and Global Head of Islamic Finance at S&P Global Ratings discusses the evolving landscape of stablecoins, their role in capital markets, especially in emerging markets, and the importance of transparency and regulation. Based in Dubai, he leads analytical initiatives and credit ratings in the Islamic finance sector globally. spglobal.com

In this episode, Stepan Nilov, Head of Comms at Tangem discusses the future of self-custody hardware wallets, focusing on user-friendly design, security innovations like seedless setup, and the role of narratives in crypto adoption. https://x.com/Tangem?s=20 https://x.com/stnilov?s=20

In this episode, Ahmad Wehbi, founder of Sovra, discusses building self-custodial financial infrastructure for the MENA region, addressing issues like banking failures, currency volatility, and the potential of crypto and Solana ecosystem to transform financial access. https://x.com/sovra_finance https://x.com/wehbix

Anna Yuan, founder and CEO of Perena hares her insights from leading stablecoins at Solana and her vision for building trustworthy, diversified yield infrastructure that bridges DeFi and real-world assets. https://x.com/gizmothegizzer?s=20 https://x.com/perena?s=20 app.perena.org

Ronak, founder of Janamat and Superteam Nepal, shares insights on building governance infrastructure in Nepal on Solana. Discover how decentralized voting, civic tech, and government collaborations are transforming Nepal's political landscape and fostering a vibrant local ecosystem. @Ronak0010 @janamatnp @SuperteamNPL janamat.app

In this episode, Ivan, CEO of Nomadz, shares his journey into crypto, the development of a Web3 travel platform on Solana, and insights into the future of AI-powered travel and digital nomadism.

In this episode of Solana is Global, Alex Scott talks with Brien Colwell, the founder & CEO of URnetwork, a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) aiming to provide a safer, faster VPN alternative based on peer-to-peer technology. Discussing the future of internet privacy and encryption, the limitations of existing tools, and tokenization for network ownership.

Arnold Lee, CEO of Sphere, delves into the challenges, opportunities, and strategic expansions shaping the future of digital assets and cross-border payments. #crypto #stablecoins #blockchain #Solana #sphere #technology #finance

In this episode of the Solana is Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Robert Farquhar, CEO of Ctrl Alt,, a leading tokenization provider. They discuss the evolution of Ctrl Alt, the significance of tokenization in various asset classes, and the unique position of Dubai as a hub for digital assets. Robert shares insights on the challenges faced by traditional finance in adopting tokenization,...

In this episode, Alex Scott interviews Michael Chan, CEO of Zand Bank, discussing the intersection of traditional finance and decentralized finance. They explore Zand Bank's innovative approach to regulated digital asset custody, the launch of the first multi-chain AED stablecoin, and the tokenization of real estate in Dubai. Michael shares insights on achieving profitability in a heavily regulate...

In this episode of the Solana is Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Ayyan Rahman, co-founder and chief growth officer at OnRe, a company pioneering the integration of reinsurance with blockchain technology. They discuss the complexities of the reinsurance industry, the benefits of tokenization, and the shift towards a DeFi-first strategy. #reinsurance #DeFi #tokenization, #RWA #institution...

In this episode of the Solanas Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Erik Ashdown, co-founder of Pye Finance, about the innovative concept of programmable staking and its implications for the Solana ecosystem. Erik shares his journey into the DeFi space, the importance of hackathons, and the current state of validators in Solana. He discusses the financialization of validators, the introducti...

In this episode of the Solanas Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Kha, the co-founder and CEO of BirdEye, a leading platform in crypto intelligence and data infrastructure. They discuss the evolution of BirdEye from a trading data platform to a comprehensive crypto intelligence service, the challenges of managing blockchain data, and the importance of user experience. Kha shares insights o...

In this episode of the Solana is Global podcast, host Alex Scott engages with Ben Nadareski, CEO and co-founder of Solstice, to discuss the burgeoning landscape of digital assets, particularly focusing on Solana's native stablecoin, USX. Ben shares his unique journey from nuclear physics to the world of crypto, highlighting the importance of building a stablecoin that is fully integrated withi...

In this episode of Solana's Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Kash, COO of Jupiter, discussing the evolution of Solana's ecosystem, user behavior shifts, and the importance of building a comprehensive on-chain super app. They explore Jupiter's role in lending, stable coins, and prediction markets, emphasizing community engagement and the future of crypto adoption. #blockchain...

In this episode of the Solana is Global podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Guillaume Poncin, CTO of Alchemy, discussing the critical infrastructure behind Solana and the challenges developers face. They explore the importance of reliability in blockchain applications, unexpected use cases that have emerged, and the cultural integration of acquired teams. Guillaume shares insights on the future vi...

In this episode of Solana's Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Max Kaplan, CTO of SOL Strategies, about the company's role as a publicly traded entity focused on Solana. They discuss the evolution of SOL Strategies from its origins as Cypherpunk Holdings, its strategic pivot to Solana, and the unique advantages of Digital Asset Treasuries (DATs) over traditional ETFs. Max shares in...

In this episode of the Solana Is Global Podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Sid Powell, CEO and co-founder of Maple, a leading on-chain asset manager for institutional credit. They discuss Maple's strategic expansion to Solana, the success of their Syrup/USDC product, and the challenges of serving both institutional and retail clients. Investing, blockchain, crypto, markets, wallstreet, busine...

In this episode of the Solana is Global podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Michael Repetný, co-founder and CEO of Marinade Labs. They discuss the evolution of Marinade from a hackathon project to a leading liquid staking platform on the Solana network. Michael explains the concept of staking, the innovation behind MSOL, and Marinade's role in the emerging Solana ETF market. The conversation a...

In this episode of the Solana is Global podcast, host Alex Scott interviews Viktor Fischer, managing partner of RockawayX, a leading European digital asset investment firm. They discuss the evolution of RockawayX, its strategic move to Dubai, and the synergies between its various business lines. Viktor shares insights on tokenization in finance, the role of Solmate in the ecosystem, and introduces...

Alex is joined by two guests: Richard Brown and Bryan D’Souza from R3. R3 is a global technology company specializing in enterprise blockchain solutions for the financial services industry, with a focus on building the infrastructure for digital financial markets. In this episode we’ll touch on R3’s presence in the UAE, insights from real world asset tokenization experts and 2026 predictions.  Bio...