World Ledger with Coco Kee

If we had to pick one word to describe how the crypto industry feels right now, it’s anxiety . For Senators, it’s fatigue . There are so many variables and competing interest groups woven into the Clarity Act that the process has become increasingly political. The industry has been asking for regulatory clarity for years, yet progress remains stuck, going nowhere. At the same time, the OCC is faci...

What does a veteran macro investor see that most people are missing heading into 2026? My guest Shengbei, who correctly called the #gold trade, the dollar selloff, and the post-August liquidity squeeze, returns to World Ledger to break down what's really driving markets right now. From gold's decade-long structural tailwind and the de-dollarization quietly reshaping global trade, to why he...

What does a veteran macro investor see that most people are missing heading into 2026? My guest Shengbei, who correctly called the gold trade, the dollar selloff, and the post-August liquidity squeeze, returns to World Ledger to break down what's really driving markets right now.  From gold's decade-long structural tailwind and the de-dollarization quietly reshaping global trade, to why he...

I sit down with Devere Bryan, Group General Manager of First Digital, the company behind FDUSD stablecoin, and discuss the origins of First Digital, the creation and expansion of FDUSD, its partnership with Binance; Hong Kong's stablecoin sandbox and legislation, the reason they chose to move stablecoin business to BVI; the challenges facing stablecoin issuers and growth opportunities in emerg...

On one side, we have centralized storage solutions like AWS; on the other, decentralized platforms such as Filecoin and Arweave. Sitting in between is IPFS, a distributed, peer-to-peer network for data storage and sharing that plays a critical role in the decentralized blockchain ecosystem we're building. Yet, IPFS adoption remains limited, hindered by the high cost of on-chain storage and slo...

What happens when traditional finance (TradFi) principles meet the dynamic innovation of decentralized finance (DeFi)? In this episode, I sit down with Martin de Rijke, Head of Growth at Maple Finance, to explore the company's diverse yieldproducts, over-collateralized lending options, cross-chain Syrup offerings, and, most importantly, its risk management framework. Martin shares insights int...

In a recent podcast interview with World Ledger, Amik Ahmad, Head of Product at Autonomys Network, shares his insights on how Autonomys Network is built to scale and support the fast growth of AI3.0 and Web3, including agentic technologies, without compromising decentralization.   (00:00) Opening remarks (00:59) Amik’s Background and Responsibilities (03:50) What is AI 3.0? (05:21) Autonomys’ Laye...

In this episode, I’m joined by Nick Forster, founder ofDerive, a decentralized crypto options exchange. We discuss his journey in launching Derive and his vision for the platform. We also exchange thoughts on the uniqueness of this market cycle, the impact of Coinbase’s acquisition of Deribit, U.S. regulations, Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, traders’ sentiment aboutBitcoin’s price on Derive, and more....

In this episode of World Ledger , I sit down with Dr. Sam Seo, Chairman of the Kaia DLT Foundation, to discuss the evolution of Kaia Blockchain. Dr. Seo traces the history and challenges of two independent blockchains: Klaytn, launched by South Korea’s Kakao, and Finschia, developed by Japan’s LINE, their decision to merge, and the creation of Kaia. Kaia leverages the reach of Kakao and LINE, two...

In this episode, I'm joined by Rachel Lin, CEO of Singapore-based SynFutures, a decentralized derivatives exchange (DEX).  We dive into the competitive landscape of crypto derivatives and explore both the strength and weakness of centralized and decentralized exchanges and the potential of AI integration with DeFi.  Rachel also offers valuable insights into DeFi regulations, token issuance str...

In this conversation with Luca Prosperi, Co-founder and CEO of M^0, we discuss how M^0 is helping builders create stablecoins different from most of the existing ones such as Tether and Circle. M^0 is backed by Pantera Capital, Bain Capital, Galaxy Digital, Wintermute, SCB10X, GSR and others. Follow Luca's blog Dirt Roads : https://dirtroads.substack.com/ Subscribe to World Ledger newsletter:...

No better time than now to take a step back and explore the global economy from a broader perspective. In this engaging new episode, I sit down with Shengbei Guo, CEO of New York-based GSB Podium Advisors, to unpack some of the most critical economic developments shaping the world. With his unique experience spanning the U.S., Japan, and China, Shengbei brings a global lens to these complex topics...

Converting or swapping assets between Bitcoin and other blockchains has never been easy. Often, people rely on third parties or bridges for assistance. These bridges are typically centralized and operated by a small number of validators, making them vulnerable to hackers and fraud. Moreover, Bitcoin asset owners must relinquish self-custody. I was joined by Niusha and Mahyar, Co-founders of TeleSw...

Welcome back. I am Coco .  BlockchainAsia has been rebranded as  World Ledger. I am excited to share this new podcast episode featuring Xin Yan, co-founder of Sign. We discuss his journey from training as an electrical engineer to co-founding Sign, an omni-chain attestation protocol. We explore Sign’s product offerings, clients, and revenue model — yes, we talk about how to make money! Xin also sh...

I officially launched BlockchainAsia Podcast in February 2024. Since then, I have interviewed eight insightful guests from the U.S., Europe, and Asia. These include the former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, two C-suite executives of Taiwanese companies that deliver real-world use cases of blockchain, the founder of a Web3 incubator in Hong Kong, a partner from a VC Fund headquartered in Singapore, th...

In this episode, I explore AI technology to convert one of my blog posts into a podcast! Any differences between my written post and the AI-generated audio version do not necessarily reflect my views To stay updated, subscribe here .

Many people still remember Silicon Valley Bank's sudden collapse affected a significant number of technology companies, including the stablecoin platform Circle, which had $3.3 billion in cash reserves deposited at SVB. In this episode, I sit down with Ken Wilcox to understand the root causes of Silicon Valley Bank’s downfall and some lingering questions, e.g. why all the lines of defense failed,...

This special episode features Coco's observations and findings from her trip to Hong Kong and Mainland China. - Hong Kong's geographical advantages to becoming a Web3 hub; its unique role as a testing ground and development center of Mainland's ambition to be a key player in Web3 - Economy in Mainland China - 20% of Bitcoin's hash power in China - Central government's potential change of plans to...

The market is grinding, sentiment has turned bearish, and many are now asking: 'Is the bull market coming to an end?'" Join me in welcoming back Jupiter Zheng, HashKey Capital, for a timely session about Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and digital asset valuation based on the book “ Digital Asset Valuation Framework ” by HashKey Capital. We explore the methodologies used in valuing digital a...

This is a special episode. I put together a trail of the past 10 episodes of BlockchainAsia Podcast. Revisiting these conversations, I have to say they remain very relevant and insightful. If you've missed any episodes, you can catch up on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or YouTube Podcasts. Don't forget to subscribe to my newsletter: https://blockchainasia.substack.com/  

In this episode, Vera Wu, COO of Numbers Protocol & Capture, founded in 2019, explains how Numbers leverages blockchain to verify the authenticity and origin of digital content, ensure content’s traceability, and empower content creators. She also shares their collaborations with Reuters and Stanford's Starling Lab in documenting important historical events on blockchain, and their technol...

In this episode of BlockchainAsia Podcast , I have an engaging dialogue with Ioana. Our conversation explore a diverse array of topics, from the gradual adoption within large financial institutions to the merits and drawbacks of the EU's regulation-centric approach. We dive into what makes the Middle East an appealing destination for founders worldwide and compare the contrasting execution men...

Hann Liew, Founder & CEO of Halogen Capital , Malaysia's First Licensed and Shariah-Compliant Digital Asset Fund Manager, joins this episode of BlockchainAsia Podcast and discusses: - Why he chose to launch a digital asset fund after exiting a Fintech company he founded and built for more than 10 years - The key regulatory event in Malaysia that has been beneficial to the country’s crypto...

In this episode, I sat down with DY, General Manager of Wanxiang Blockchain Labs, and Founder of Future3 Campus, a Web3 incubator, to discuss His background and joining Wanxiang as the first person to specialize in blockchain Wanxiang Blockchain’s early research in blockchain and its instrumental support for the Ethereum Foundation in 2015 Future3 Campus, the Web3 incubator, overview, its mission...

With the 4th Bitcoin halving approaching, I interview Leo Wang, Head of Capital Markets and Senior Director of Investor Relations at Canaan, a NASDAQ-listed company, that manufactures Bitcoin mining rigs. This engaging conversation delves into several intriguing questions: 1) What led an M&A lawyer to transition into a mining machine company? 2) How did a Ph. D. student in China come across Bi...