Wirex News - Your Crypto Podcast

In blockchain, it’s easy to keep adding more — more features, more layers, more “innovation.” But at what point does complexity start getting in the way of real adoption?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams is joined by Sam Elfarra, Community Spokesperson at TRON DAO , to explore why overengineering is one of the biggest traps in blockchain — and how founders can build produc...

AI is no longer just a productivity tool — it’s starting to influence how leaders think, decide, and lead. So what happens when strategy, hiring, and decision-making are shaped by machines?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams is joined by Sandy Carter, Chief Business Officer at Unstoppable Domains , to explore how AI is reshaping leadership — and whether today’s executives ar...

Crypto moves fast — new tokens, new narratives, and new promises appear every week. But beyond the noise and hype, what actually delivers real value for users?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams sits down with Colin Goltra, CEO of Morph , to explore what genuine utility in crypto looks like today. Drawing on his experience across multiple market cycles, Colin shares insights...

Banks move trillions of dollars every day — yet very little of that runs on blockchain infrastructure. So what would actually need to change for a blockchain to be considered truly “bank-ready”?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams sits down with Peter Bidewell, Head of Product at Rayls , to explore what banks really mean when they talk about trust, reliability, and readiness....

Crypto has promised “mainstream adoption” for years — yet for most people, it still feels confusing, risky, or simply unnecessary. So what’s actually missing?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams is joined by Debra Nita Ravindran, Associate Director and Head of Growth at YAP Global , to break down what needs to change for crypto to move beyond early adopters and become part of...

Everyone says blockchain is “for everyone.” But if that’s true, why does paying with it still feel so complicated?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams is joined by Sarah-Maria Kollnitzer, Interoperability Partnerships & GTM at Algorand , to unpack one of the biggest barriers to mass adoption: payments. Together, they explore why blockchain’s promise breaks down at the poi...

AI helps us decide what to read, buy, and believe — but we rarely question why we trust it.  In this episode, Lianna Adams speaks with Stephanie Stranko , Founder & Research Lead at Ikwe.ai , about how people are quietly handing over decisions to AI without realizing it. They explore which choices should never be delegated to algorithms, why confident AI answers are so easy to accept, and what...

Are we witnessing the birth of a new financial system — or simply watching history repeat itself in digital form?   In this episode of The Wirex Podcast , Lianna welcomes back artist, author, and provocateur Kane Mayfield to explore his latest sci-fi novel The Creature From Jekyll Island: Pepe Edition . Drawing inspiration from the infamous origins of the Federal Reserve, Kane reimagines the story...

In this episode of the Wirex Podcast, host Lianna Adams sits down with Ben Bilski, Co-Founder and Core Contributor at True Labs, to explore the next frontier of crypto—beyond the headlines, hype cycles, and trading charts.  Together, they unpack a series of bold, future-looking questions: Are we truly “still early,” or has the real innovation phase already quietly begun? Where might the biggest br...

In this episode of The Wirex Podcast , we dive into a question every brand should be asking: why does so much PR still feel like noise? Host Lianna is joined by Stella Friaisse , Operations Director at INPUT , to unpack what it really means to stop talking and start resonating .  Together, they explore the biggest misconceptions about PR today, the real differences between in-house comms teams and...

As crypto continues to blur geographical and financial boundaries, are national currencies becoming a thing of the past? In this episode of The Wirex Podcast , host Lianna sits down with Stephen Wundke , Strategy & Revenue Director at Algoz , to unpack how digital assets are reshaping the global economy.  From the rise of borderless payments to the shifting concept of financial trust, Lianna a...

Artificial intelligence is transforming every corner of the financial world — but can it really replace human expertise?  In this episode, host Lianna Adams sits down with Dr. Max Li , Professor at Columbia University and CEO of OORT , a leading AI innovation company. Together, they explore how machine intelligence is reshaping how we invest, spend, and build trust in the digital age.  From hidden...

In this thought-provoking episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams sits down with Gordon Einstein , Founder of CryptoLaw Partners and Co-Founder of Tech Tuesdays , to put “the system” on trial. Together, they unpack the tangled relationship between law, technology, and cryptocurrency — and what happens when ideals of freedom collide with the realities of power, control, and corruption.  Is...

In this episode of The Wirex Podcast , host Lianna explores one of the most fascinating questions in the creator economy — can influence become a tradable asset?   Joining her is Michael Graham , Founder of Web3 Growth Hub , to unpack how tokenization could redefine ownership, community, and the value of influence. Together, they dig into the future of creator monetization — from the idea of “crea...

Why does crypto still feel like rocket science to so many? In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams sits down with Simona Serban , Co-founder of ETHCluj , to unpack why the crypto space remains intimidating — and how we can fix it.  Simona shares her personal journey into Web3, from confusing first encounters to breakthrough "aha!" moments. She reflects on the crypto lessons she wi...

When the headlines slow down and prices stay flat, many assume crypto is “dead.” But is a quiet market actually a sign of maturity?  In this episode of the Wirex Podcast , host Lianna Adams sits down with Gijs op de Weegh, CEO and Founder of StablR , to explore why less hype could mean more progress for the industry. From stablecoins and long-term adoption to the opportunities hidden in slow marke...

Why do so many people still hesitate to embrace crypto? In this episode, Lianna sits down with Ivar Wiersma from LayerZero to explore the root causes of crypto skepticism—and how better user experience (UX) could be the key to broader adoption.  We unpack everything from the confusing nature of crypto apps, the fragmentation across chains and wallets, to how interoperability can simplify the ecosy...

In this episode of the Wirex Podcast, we dive into the hidden side of messaging apps with Kee Jefferys, Co-Founder of Session — a privacy-first messenger. We explore the question: “Who’s Watching Your Chats?” and uncover how metadata, tracking, and hidden risks shape the way we communicate online.  Kee breaks down what metadata really is, why mainstream apps collect it, and how it can reveal more...

In this episode of the Wirex Podcast, host Lianna Adams sits down with innovation theorist John Nosta to explore a fascinating — and slightly unsettling — concept: Anti-Intelligence . While AI promises efficiency and smarter decision-making, could it also be quietly eroding our own ability to think critically?  Together, Lianna and John unpack questions like:  What exactly does “Anti-Intelligence”...

“Do Your Own Research” — it’s the golden rule of crypto. But what does it actually mean when the information landscape is messy, biased, or flat-out misleading?  In this episode, Lianna sits down with Catherine Ross-Mychka , seasoned journalist and podcast host, to explore the murky waters of truth in crypto media.   Together, they tackle tough questions:  🕵️‍♀️ Can crypto journalists ever be trul...

When a crypto hack strikes, the clock starts ticking. In this episode of the Wirex Podcast, we sit down with Lex Fisun , CEO and Co-Founder of Global Ledger , to explore what really happens when things go wrong in Web3—and how fast, smart reactions can make all the difference. From the first cracks in a system to the split-second decisions that define a company’s reputation, Lex walks us through t...

Is self-custody still the gold standard in crypto, or has it become too complex for everyday users? In this episode, Lianna Adams is joined by Alina Tielnova from Everstake to explore where the line falls between control and convenience—and whether the promise of true ownership is still realistic in today’s ecosystem.  Together, they unpack:  Whether users genuinely want control or just someone to...

Who owns the narrative — and who should ?   This week on The Wirex Podcast , host Lianna is joined by Jordan Bayne — award-winning filmmaker, founder of Film3 and The Squad , and Head of GenAI & Web3 at Goldfinch — for a powerful conversation about who really gets to tell stories in the new era of Web3.  Is the creative power shift real, or are we just trading one elite for another? From block...

What if your city ran on code instead of committees? In this episode of the Wirex Podcast, host Lianna Adams sits down with Ravi Chamria , Co-founder and CEO of Zeeve , to explore one of the boldest ideas in Web3: decentralized cities. From blockchain-powered governance to smart contract-enabled public services, we’re asking the big questions— can cities really run without centralized control? And...

What if you had to survive using only cryptocurrency for an entire week? Is that a futuristic fantasy—or something closer to reality? In this episode, Lianna Adams sits down with Thiago Rüdiger, CEO of the Tanssi Foundation, to explore what it really means to live a fully crypto-powered lifestyle.  They dive into where the world stands today, which regions might actually be ready for crypto-only l...