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Compliance That Makes Sense200 - Should We Give Partners In Business Second Chances?I’m excited to explore the psychology of second chances, why we’re so skeptical when people change their minds, and if public opinion ever actually reflects personal beliefs. We’ll discuss Mark Zuckerberg’s apparent about-face on censorship, corporate flip-flops on diversity programs and the underlying forces behind those reversals. We’ll also cover the concept of preference falsification and why people often say one thing publicly and believe something entirely different privately. Then we’ll get into meme coins, the risks of hype-driven investing and why some tokens are just digital gambling dressed up as innovation. Finally we’ll talk a...2025-02-1920 minCompliance That Makes Sense199 - DeepSeek, Tucker's And Piers Duel In Riyadh, Candace Owens New SeriesI’m excited to dive into the Deepseek hype, the Chinese AI startup that claims to have a model as good as ChatGPT for a fraction of the cost. We’ll talk about what that means for the future of AI, national AI models and censorship, and why every country will soon have its own “filtered” version. Then we’ll switch gears to Piers Morgan and Tucker Carlson’s fascinating exchange, unpacking the art of debate and intellectual sparring. We’ll also look at Saudi Arabia’s plan to reshape sports by buying up global superstars and creating role models for futur...2025-02-0714 minCompliance That Makes Sense198 - Software Industrial Complex. Why MBAs Can Be Replaced By AI. Darryl Cooper New Series.I’m excited to share news about a new series from Darryl Cooper, host of the Martyr Made Podcast. His latest series is all about World War II, told from the perspective of ordinary Germans. It’s a fascinating look at how ideologies take hold and change societies. We’ll use that as a springboard to talk about how we receive and accept compliments, then dive into the software industrial complex and how it creates unnecessary dependencies. Finally we’ll look at how AI is going to simplify those systems and change industries. It’s a wild ride through history, h...2025-01-2317 minCompliance That Makes Sense197 - Winners and Losers of Crisis Times, Zuck Embracing Free Speech and Zeus Management StyleIf you’ve ever wondered how disruption leads to new beginnings, this episode is for you. I’m diving into the cycles of history, from tearing down the old to building the new and how understanding those patterns can give you hope. We’ll look at The Fourth Turning Theory, the evolution of institutions and why change is a superpower for growth. Along the way I’ll share personal stories, risk and resilience insights and even a bit of Greek mythology to tie it all together. Get ready to see the bigger picture and learn how to navigate the “winter” we...2025-01-1623 minCompliance That Makes Sense196 - Welcome to 2025. Fourth Turning. Debates over immigration, Elon supporting AFD, MEGA (Make Europe Great Again) and more!If understanding history feels like an abstract puzzle, it’s time to see the patterns. In this episode I’m going into the concept of cycles and seasons, how history, businesses and our personal lives follow predictable patterns. We’ll cover the lessons from The Fourth Turning, generational values, and why knowing these cycles reduces anxiety and uncertainty. You’ll also hear about the current “winter” of society, what it means for businesses and individuals and how to prepare for the “spring” that’s coming. I also discuss the practical power of pattern recognition to get a clearer view of the world....2025-01-1027 minCompliance That Makes Sense195 - Live Webinar Recording: How to Assess Impact of Compliance FunctionIf compliance feels like a roadblock, it’s time to flip the script. I had a live webinar last week about how to turn compliance into a growth driver. We have covered how to measure success, align with business goals and prove compliance’s value as well as. smart resource management, big picture problems, and knowing when to take calculated risks. You will also get practical tips on prioritizing, tracking what matters and making the business case for compliance initiatives through ROI. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leav...2024-12-261h 23Compliance That Makes Sense194 - How to Assess Your Results and Why Success Is Not LinearThis is the time of year for reflection, so in this episode, I share my theory on why achieving success for some people is so much easier than it is for others, why a high success-effort ratio isn’t always ideal, and some simple practices that you can incorporate into your life to start feeling more successful! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can...2024-12-1224 minCompliance That Makes Sense193 - Fork in the Road: DOGE and Deregulation in Americas vs EU Jihad on Crypto and DigitalizationIn this episode, I share my thoughts on regulation and deregulation in the crypto space and my predictions for how the different approaches adopted by Europe and America will impact people and businesses in these regions. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Revie...2024-12-0518 minCompliance That Makes Sense192 - How to Evaluate Your Compliance Results in 2024As 2024 starts drawing to a close, I want to unpack some of the key criteria I use to evaluate how successful my year has been. Tune in to hear my advice for overcoming some of the most common errors made by compliance professionals and the questions you should be asking yourself right now to ensure that you don’t fall into these traps again in 2025! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when...2024-11-2821 minCompliance That Makes Sense191 - What Sets Some Immigrants Apart: The Triple Package TheoryToday’s episode is inspired by a book written by Amy Chua and Jed Rubenfeld. It’s called The Triple Package and while it’s received its fair share of criticism, I hope that after listening to my analysis, you’ll be able to appreciate the book’s theory as much as I do! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and...2024-11-0717 minCompliance That Makes Sense190 - Why ECB Hates BitcoinIn a paper released a few days ago (October 2024) two senior officials from the ECB outlined why they believe Bitcoin is dangerous, creates inequality, and is a threat to democracy. In this episode, I outline why they are wrong. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, se...2024-10-3117 minCompliance That Makes Sense189 - Why IP Rights and Patents are Irrelevant and Should Be AbolishedI’ve always believed in the importance of IP rights and patents, like many of you, but my recent discovery of Stephan Kinsella’s theory on this topic has led me to almost completely change my mind. Tune in today to hear about the history of IP rights and patents, why they are anti-capitalist, and how they actually inhibit rather than promote innovation. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave...2024-10-2422 minCompliance That Makes Sense188 - Politics, Confidence, and Success in ComplianceWhile I normally choose to keep my political views separate from my professional life, in this episode, I share why forming and defending your own political opinions is a very useful tool that can lead to the development of skills that will be invaluable to you as a financial-industry professional. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their c...2024-10-1721 minCompliance That Makes Sense187 - The Three Most Harmful Addictions: Heroin, Sugar and a Monthly SalaryUnfortunately, many employers have held onto outdated beliefs about employment and entrepreneurship. In this episode, I share why I agree with Nassim Taleb’s belief that getting a monthly salary (i.e. full-time employment) as opposed to working as a consultant often does more harm than good! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are...2024-10-1020 minCompliance That Makes Sense186 - Cancel Culture vs Darryl CooperI am obsessed with free speech and misinformation, so this episode about the attempted “canceling” of Darryl Cooper means a lot to me. Tune in today to hear about Darryl’s podcast episode that caused uproar amongst many of his listeners and my thoughts on the topic. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on...2024-10-0319 minCompliance That Makes Sense185 - Setting Goals and Not Achieving Them“Having a goal and not reaching it is better than not having a goal at all.” We all know the feeling of disappointment when we set a goal that we are unable to achieve. When this happened to me earlier this year, I reread Viktor Frankl’s book, Man’s Search for Meaning, and in today’s episode, I share the invaluable lessons that it taught me about setting goals and not achieving them. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support...2024-09-2622 minCompliance That Makes Sense184 - The Concept of Nationality and Its Role in Financial ServicesToday, we’re discussing the concept of nationality and its role in financial services. An experience of Ukrainian clients’ of mine was the inspiration for this episode, and I hope it gives you a good understanding of some of the key global financial trends and the unequal impacts they are having on people and countries across the world. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 peopl...2024-09-1919 minCompliance That Makes Sense183 - Pavel Durov, my Soviet Past, and What Still to Expect in 2024Welcome back to a new season of the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! We’re still going to be focusing on FinTech, compliance and startups, but the upcoming episodes are also going to be related to current affairs. In this first episode, I dive into my Russian background and how it impacts the way I view the world, particularly in relation to the Pavel Durov controversy and the oversight of digital media companies in general. Also, don’t forget to sign up for this year’s final cohort of the FinTech Startup Compliance Pro Certification. If you fo...2024-09-1231 minCompliance That Makes Sense182 - Why MICA Regulation May Be BadIn the latest episode in my ‘From Risk to Rescue' series, I discuss what MICA is, some of its benefits, and why I think the cons outweigh the pros. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your...2024-07-0413 minCompliance That Makes Sense181 - Why Fiat Services May Be Riskier Than CryptoToday, we’re continuing our conversation about how to transition from “risk to rescue” by delving into the reasons why fiat services may be riskier than crypto, despite long-held beliefs that the opposite is true. If you’re a compliance professional who is feeling deeply dissatisfied with the scope of your work at the moment, you’re not alone, and this episode will shed some light on why that is the case! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many Fin...2024-06-2717 minCompliance That Makes Sense180 - Why Outdated Risk and Compliance Norms Deepen Financial InequalityIn the first episode of the “From Risk to Rescue” series, I explore how many existing regulatory laws and requirements de facto discriminate against smaller businesses and people with less money, deepening financial inequality, and why it is so important that we eliminate outdated risk and compliance norms. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you a...2024-06-2021 minCompliance That Makes Sense179 - GameStop, Reddit, and Market Manipulation 2.0Reddit and YouTube star, Roaring Kitty, is being accused (again) of market manipulation by the mainstream media because of his role in the 2021 GameStop saga. In this episode, I explain why I strongly disagree with these claims. This is a topic I am very passionate about and I look forward to hearing your thoughts. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this p...2024-06-1325 minCompliance That Makes Sense178 - BaaS Providers are in Hot Water: How to Choose the Right One.BaaS options are becoming more limited and their requirements are becoming stricter. In this episode, I explain why the current market conditions are challenging for early-stage startups partnering with BaaS providers. I also share the names of some of the providers that I know to be reliable, the difference between BaaS, open banking, and FinTech-friendly banking, and the factors to consider before choosing a BaaS provider! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible...2024-06-0615 minCompliance That Makes Sense177 - FinTech Trends 2024: Payment Delinquencies, BNPL Rise, A2A and Instant Payments PushIn this episode, I share some key takeaways relating to economic and FinTech trends and patterns in Europe that I have gathered from several different reports as well as through my own observations. From the payment default crisis to the state of BAS and the rise of BNLP, A2A, and digital wallets, tune in today to hear it all! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 re...2024-05-3021 minCompliance That Makes Sense176 - How to Stop Multitasking and Set Clear Compliance Priorities in FinTechMultitasking is not something to be celebrated! In this episode, I explore the many reasons why we should all be moving away from dealing with multitple competing priorities at once. To help you with this, I also share an overview of the hierarchy of business needs created by Mike Michalowtiz that will help you set your priorities straight! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 p...2024-05-2321 minCompliance That Makes Sense175 - FinTech Compliance KPIs and Metrics You Can ControlIt’s easy to assume that the way things are being done is the right way to do things, but a change in perspective can open our eyes to the benefits of doing things differently. In this episode, I discuss how to establish KPIs as a compliance professional when there are a lot of unknowns in play. I hope you walk away from this episode with a new perspective on the metrics you can and cannot control! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is...2024-05-1617 minCompliance That Makes Sense174 - Compliance Performance and Responsibility for Things Outside of Your ControlIn your career, as in all facets of your life, there are always going to be circumstances that are out of your control! In the next few episodes, I am going to be exploring how you can differentiate between the things you can control and those you cannot and how to identify and avoid the traps that lead to unnecessary project delays and unintended results. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and w...2024-05-0919 minCompliance That Makes Sense173 - SEC vs Uniswap, Pavel Durov with Tucker, and Yana AIIn this episode, I take you on a journey through my thoughts on what is going on with the SEC and Uniswap, what I learned about the future of instant messaging from Tucker Carlson’s interview with Pavel Durov, why I decided to digitally “clone” myself, and more! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are...2024-04-2522 minCompliance That Makes Sense172 - Being Authentic: A Conversation with David Yen About Making Decisions, Education, and Taking RisksWith my Certification program launch happening in two days, I decided to record an episode with my very good friend, David Yen, about some of the things that have been on my mind recently. The diverse range of subjects we discuss includes relationships, friendships, risk-taking, decision-making, the education system, and authenticity! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help t...2024-04-1835 minCompliance That Makes Sense171 - Mistakes My Clients Made Last Month and How to Move Through Mistakes FasterCompetent, well-meaning, hardworking people often make unrealistic assumptions that can completely derail their projects. In this episode, I explore some of the mistakes that my clients have made recently to highlight the importance of questioning your assumptions and surrounding yourself with trusted advisors. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just cl...2024-04-1122 minCompliance That Makes Sense170 - Using NLP in FinTech ComplianceFor various reasons, compliance professionals often struggle to confront their senior management about work-related issues that they are experiencing. In this episode, I explain what the the NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) methodology is and how it can be used to overcome this problematic tendency! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just cl...2024-04-0414 minCompliance That Makes Sense169 - “We Have To Do Something” Moments Are DangerousThe world we live in is characterized by unpredictability. Responding to unpredictable situations with “we have to do something” is a trap that can have very negative outcomes so in this episode, I share how you can better prepare for the future without wasting your time and money! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you a...2024-03-2821 minCompliance That Makes Sense168 - Lisa Carpenter Interviews Yana about Crypto, Women, Technology, Risks, and LifeIn today’s special episode, I am joined by my life coach, Lisa Carpenter, to discuss crypto, women, technology, risks, and life! Lisa works with women who have high career ambitions and who also want to maintain their health and well-being. I’ve been seeing her for a few years, finding the experience enormously valuable in helping me through life’s ups and downs. From understanding the risks of investing in crypto to regulation in the AI space to the fears that hold us back and lots more, this enlightening conversation will give you a compreh...2024-03-211h 05Compliance That Makes Sense167 - How to Offer Crypto StakingCrypto staking has been in the spotlight recently, and as a result, it is undergoing a transformation. In this episode, we are going to cover what staking is, how it works, why regulators are concerned about it, and the key elements you need to keep in mind if you are going to offer it. I also explore Kraken as a case study of how staking can go wrong. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups a...2024-03-1426 minCompliance That Makes Sense166 - Excessively Regulating New Technologies is Bad for ComplianceWelcome back to the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! In the coming episodes, we’re going to be delving into topics related to the technological developments that are changing our world. --- Are you a techno-skeptic or part of the effective accelerationism movement? In this episode, I explore the beliefs held by these opposing camps and share my thoughts about technological development, capitalism versus socialism, and why too much regulation is a bad thing for the compliance profession. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leav...2024-03-0722 minCompliance That Makes Sense165 - Short-Term vs Long-Term Thinking: The Theory of Wartime and Peacetime CEOsDo you thrive during emergencies, or do you prefer leading your team through phases of growth? In our last episode of 2023, I explore Ben Horowitz’s concept of wartime and peacetime CEOs, and I share how I discovered my own leadership style. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here...2023-12-2512 minCompliance That Makes Sense164 - The Decay of Binance, CZ’s Departure, and the Future of CryptoCZ, the CEO of Binance, stepped down in November 2023 in the wake of a number of money laundering charges and procedural misdemeanors. In this episode, I share what the future holds for Binance and how the company’s decay is going to impact the crypto industry as a whole. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If...2023-12-1814 minCompliance That Makes Sense163 - What To Do When CEO and Compliance DisagreeIf you think that your role as a compliance officer is to provide accurate and extensive information to your company leaders and you’re confused about why you aren’t being promoted and why your boss doesn’t seem to take you seriously, listen to this episode to understand why you need to change the way you think! 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 can fin...2023-12-1114 minCompliance That Makes Sense162 - UAE is Stealing Switzerland’s Thunder as the Ultimate Financial HubFor various reasons which I share in today’s episode, many FinTech companies are now establishing their global headquarters in the UAE. Tune in today to hear how the UAE has become the new Switzerland when it comes to the FinTech space! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here...2023-12-0411 minCompliance That Makes Sense161 - Why The “Hire Slow, Fire Fast” Strategy Does Not Work“Hire slow, fire fast” has become a common adage in the working world. In today’s episode, I am going to explain why this approach does not work well in the world of FinTech compliance and what FinTech leaders should be doing to find the right fit for their companies instead! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it 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 can find this podcast and help their c...2023-11-2710 minCompliance That Makes Sense160 - Innovation Behind Bars: How FATF Actions Restrain FinTech CultureThe Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an international body founded with the aim of enhancing global financial security and improving industry standards. However, in this episode, I share why I believe many of the actions that the FATF has taken are negatively impacting the FinTech space. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are o...2023-11-2018 minCompliance That Makes Sense159 - Your FinTech CEO Is Not Your BossA common expectation of first-time MLROs and heads of compliance is that their CEO will be their boss. In this episode, I debunk this myth so you, as a new MLRO or head of compliance, can enter your new role with your eyes wide open to what your relationship with your CEO is really going to look like! 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 c...2023-11-1313 minCompliance That Makes Sense158 - Conspiracy Theories About Money and FinancesIn this episode, I explore some common conspiracy theories that I have come across in the world of business and finance. I personally find this topic a fascinating one, and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, j...2023-11-0614 minCompliance That Makes Sense157 - The Differences Between the Financial Crises of 2008 and 2023Inspired by Andrew Ross Sorkin’s insights on the topic, in this episode, I explore the differences between the financial crises of 2008 and 2023 and share my thoughts on which one was the most egregious. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review”...2023-10-3013 minCompliance That Makes Sense156 - Why Compliance Should Be Managed as a Revenue Center“Not treating compliance as a function responsible for revenues is not just a poor cost decision; it’s simply ignoring the reality of the underlying processes.” In this episode, I explore the defining characteristics of cost and revenue centers and share my thoughts on the problems with looking at compliance as a cost and why it should be viewed as a revenue generation function instead. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible...2023-10-2413 minCompliance That Makes Sense155 - Is MICA Good or Bad?In this episode, I explore the key elements of the MICA regulation that was approved in the spring of 2023, its problematic elements, and the implications it will have in the FinTech space. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell m...2023-10-1620 minCompliance That Makes Sense154 - Regulatory Capture in Financial ServicesBill Gurley’s inspirational speech at the All-In Summit motivated me to record an episode focusing on the worldwide issue of regulatory capture. Tune in today to learn more about what regulatory capture is, the numerous industries that have been accused of facilitating it, and what it could mean for the future of financial services and Big Tech. 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 can...2023-10-0911 minCompliance That Makes Sense153 - Why Shopify Needs 800+ Payment Service ProvidersIn this episode, I share some of the invaluable lessons that I learned from listening to a speech by Tobias Lütke, the founder and CEO of Shopify, at the inspirational All-In Summit. From eliminating unnecessary meetings to his thoughts on why founders make the best CEOs for their companies, tune in today to hear it all! 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 can f...2023-10-0210 minCompliance That Makes Sense152 - Worldcoin Launch and Curve HackA few weeks ago, two major events took place in the FinTech world; Worldcoin was launched and Curve was hacked. The fact that these events happened so close to one another has raised many important questions about the future of centralized versus decentralized structures. Tune in today to hear details about one of the largest hacks in DeFi history, the ambitious goals that Worldcoin is hoping to achieve, and my thoughts on both! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support a...2023-09-0418 minCompliance That Makes Sense151 - Continuous Education Traps and How FinTech Compliance Certification is DifferentDiscomfort is the key to growth! Too many professional education courses don’t give people the skills to truly accelerate their careers. In this episode, I discuss the reasons why and provide an overview of the strucutre of my FinTech Compliance Professional Certification Program so that you have a better understanding of how it will skyrocket your gowth in the compliance space. 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 posi...2023-08-2819 minCompliance That Makes Sense150 - Why I Created My Own FinTech Compliance Certification ProgramIf 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 expert. Tune in today to hear more details and where to sign up! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you cou...2023-08-2113 minCompliance That Makes Sense149 - Is Apple Hostile to Crypto?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 the knowledge you need to satisfy their requirements so that you can get your Apps approved. So, don’t miss out on the workshop I am running on the second of August that will...2023-07-3121 minCompliance That Makes Sense148 - Will the DAO Add Value to the Token?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 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 can find this podcast and help t...2023-07-2419 minCompliance That Makes Sense147 - Rise of the Business-Like CCO Part 3: Compliance Organization“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 hiring (from my rule of thumb to avoid the trap of overhiring to why you should think carefully before hiring part-time interns) answered! If you found...2023-07-1053 minCompliance That Makes Sense146 - Rise of the Business-Like CCO Part 2: Results Over EffortWelcome 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 where to focus our time and energy and which metrics we should be looking at in specific scenarios. What you will find is contrary to what we’ve bel...2023-07-0341 minCompliance That Makes Sense145 - Rise of the Business-Like CCO Part 1: Biggest Mistakes of Compliance ProfessionalsThis 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 their career. In order to learn something new and become better, it’s so important to begin with this introduction. So listen on to learn what these...2023-06-2640 minCompliance That Makes Sense144 - Compliance Problems: Binance and Coinbase vs. SECToday’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 function and how to make it more productive and efficient, join the free training on June 19th! Join by signing up for The Rise of the Busine...2023-06-1920 minCompliance That Makes Sense143 - How FinTechs Make MoneyFinTechs 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 startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click he...2023-06-1218 minCompliance That Makes Sense142 - Consumer Protection Becomes Counterproductive But Many Regulators Fail to Notice This TrendConsumer 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 not solved, which means we need more innovation and more disruption. Let’s talk about it. Today's episode: [01:23] Many regulators have slowed down the approval of new applicat...2023-06-0514 minCompliance That Makes Sense141 - Why Founders and CEOs Sometimes Micromanage ComplianceThe 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, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a...2023-05-2909 minCompliance That Makes Sense140 - What’s Next for Crypto Regulations?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 startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click he...2023-05-2213 minCompliance That Makes Sense139 - How to react when your FinTech is in crisisAs 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 episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and wh...2023-05-1515 minCompliance That Makes Sense138 - Compliance Lessons from Amazon, PayPal and David DeutschI 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 found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many F...2023-05-0824 minCompliance That Makes Sense137 - Just in Time versus Just In Case ComplianceThere 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 review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their compan...2023-05-0117 minCompliance That Makes Sense136 - Responding to Google and Apple App StoresTo 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 startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you a...2023-04-2415 minCompliance That Makes Sense135 - Where AI and ChatGPT Replace Compliance (and What Should Remain With Humans)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 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 c...2023-04-1709 minCompliance That Makes Sense134 - Two Fundamentally Different Regulatory Approaches: PSD2/AMLD5/Singapore PSA vs FATCAIn 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 the burden of compliance. We'll also dive deeper into the benefits of the how to do things regulatory approach and how it can help companies optimize their processes and services. If you found value in this episode, I...2023-04-1009 minCompliance That Makes Sense133 - How I Use Spirituality In BusinessIf 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 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...2023-04-0318 minCompliance That Makes Sense132 - Fit and Proper Interviews with RegulatorsIf 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Revi...2023-03-2712 minCompliance That Makes Sense131 - FinTech Cofounders: When Friendship Becomes A ProblemStarting 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 startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Ap...2023-03-2013 minCompliance That Makes Sense130 - What Happens When Your Startup Fails? Lessons from Interviews with People Who Lost Their Jobs In CryptoAfter 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 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, m...2023-03-1317 minCompliance That Makes Sense129 - US Crusade Against Staking and StablecoinsIn 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 many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just cl...2023-03-0621 minCompliance That Makes Sense128 - I asked ChatGPT about why CBDCs will failHave 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 to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and...2023-02-2714 minCompliance That Makes Sense127 - A Fresh Look at Luxembourg, Lichtenstein, Ireland, and LithuaniaIn 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, 90-minute workshop on the end-to-end scope of crypto compliance. Following the recent SEC actions against Kraken Digital Asset Exchange, #busd, #stablecoins and #staking, we have added another section about stablecoins a...2023-02-2015 minCompliance That Makes Sense126 - Queen’s Gambit as a FinTech StrategyMany 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 would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech start...2023-02-1317 minCompliance That Makes Sense125 - Is There A Perfect FinTech Home?While there is no region that won’t present at least some challenges to FinTech leaders, there are several factors that are likely to predict the success or failure of a business. Tune in today to hear my advice on finding a home for your business! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on App...2023-02-0615 minCompliance That Makes Sense124 - I Disagree with Davos People - Now Is Finally the Time to be PositiveAround this time last year, I was feeling pessimistic about the state of the world (just like the people at Davos). However, I now believe there are many reasons to be optimistic about our future, and in today’s episode, I share why! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here...2023-01-3010 minCompliance That Makes Sense123 - The REAL Reason Why Coinbase Was FinedThe New York State Department of Financial Services recently fined Coinbase, and since then, there have been harsh (and in my opinion, false) accusations made against the company. In this episode, I share my thoughts on why Coinbase ended up in this position and what they could have done to avoid it! 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 can find this podcast and help t...2023-01-2333 minCompliance That Makes Sense122 - Hiring People Before You Need Them Is A Terrible IdeaOftentimes, when FinTech startups receive funding, they spend a lot of it on hiring new employees. During this episode, I explain the numerous negative consequences of growing your team before your company is ready for it. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “W...2023-01-1616 minCompliance That Makes Sense121 - The Real Reasons Why FinTechs Have So Many Unfinished Projects and Abandoned IdeasMost FinTech startups believe that the reason for their many unfinished projects is that they have too many ideas and too little time and resources to get them all done. However, I think this is a huge misconception, and in today’s episode, I explain why! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Ap...2023-01-0915 minCompliance That Makes Sense120 - Project Management Lessons from Elon Musk at TwitterThere is no better time than right now to look deeply at how to design and test projects, make faster decisions, reduce team conflicts, and keep costs low. So, today we will be taking some lessons from the strategy that Elon Musk has utilized as the new Twitter CEO. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If y...2023-01-0619 minCompliance That Makes Sense119 - How I discovered Just in Time Method working at PayPalIn the last episode, I discussed the just-in-time method and how that is more effective than reactive firefighting, and I am now following up on that, talking about how I discovered the just-in-time method. As some of you may know, my earliest FinTech work was with Amazon and PayPal, and I share the lessons that I learned from projects on which I was the compliance point of contact. 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...2023-01-0424 minCompliance That Makes Sense118 - Stop testing your FinTech products unless you test your decisions first. Or why bottom-up project plans lead to over-spendingI wanted, for the first episode of 2023, to talk about why FinTech companies should be testing their decisions before testing their products. I walk you through the biggest mistake that startup FinTech companies make and why building a project from the bottom up generally does not work, and I explain the difference between reactive firefighting and just-in-time compliance and why the latter is more effective. In summary, instead of testing a product that is nearly ready, you need to first test the decision to launch the product first. If you found value in this episode, I would...2023-01-0223 minCompliance That Makes Sense117 - Lessons of 2022For the last episode of the year, I wanted to reflect on what has been a challenging year (to say the least) but one filled with valuable lessons. I hope that you are able to make peace with everything that has happened in 2022 and enter 2023 feeling refreshed and renewed! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If y...2022-12-2615 minCompliance That Makes Sense116 - When Compliance Must Be HumbleThe purpose of a business is to serve customers and make money. So, doing something at the expense of the overall company’s success because it is the “right” thing to do from a compliance standpoint is, in my opinion, a broken strategy. Tune in today to hear my thoughts on why compliance teams need to be humble! 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 can fin...2022-12-1913 minCompliance That Makes Sense115 - Proof of Reserves and Future of VASPs post-FTXIn the aftermath of the crash of FTX, many crypto exchanges have announced their readiness to publish their proof of reserves data with the aim of reassuring customers about the safety of their funds. Tune in today to hear my thoughts on this as well as the changes that I expect to see as a result of the FTX crash, the future of VASPs, and more! 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 w...2022-12-1214 minCompliance That Makes Sense114 - They Lie To Us!Professional education and certification programs promise to teach us valuable skills for the FinTech industry, but they aren’t teaching us the things that matter! Tune in today to hear why these programs do more harm than good and what I recommend doing instead. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just clic...2022-12-0516 minCompliance That Makes Sense113 - Boomers’ Mentality Can Paralyze Your Compliance Team (Even When They Are Millennials)Is your team suffering from Boomers’ Syndrome? If the answer is yes, you are not alone! Tune in today to hear why the traditional approach to compliance is so problematic in today’s world and what you can do to help your team move away from it. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on A...2022-11-2812 minCompliance That Makes Sense112 - Impact Mentorship - You Don’t Need Planning to Be SuccessfulSign up for the Impact Mentorship program here! In today’s episode I share a personal story that highlights why you don’t need a plan to be successful! Until 2020, I always measured my success by how closely I could stick to a plan. But I have come to realize how limiting that is, and through my Impact Mentorship program, I want to help you break away from any false beliefs you may hold about planning and take your FinTech business to the next level. If you found value in this episode, I would really apprec...2022-11-2117 minCompliance That Makes Sense111 - The Best Compliance Is Often To DO NOTHING!Driven by what I have been hearing from FinTech founders about their experiences with compliance, in today’s episode, I talk about the core three elements of the just-in-time compliance framework, and why sometimes doing nothing is the best compliance strategy of all! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here...2022-11-1418 minCompliance That Makes Sense110 - Knowing Regulations Does Not Lead To Success in FinTech ComplianceThe majority of compliance trainings, certification curriculums, and seminars focus on understanding, interpreting, and implementing rules and regulations. In today’s episode, I explain why I disagree with this tactic and what I recommend doing instead! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Wr...2022-11-0710 minCompliance That Makes Sense109 - Why A To-Do List Is A Bad Idea for FinTech LeadersIn this episode, I explain why to-do lists aren’t actually as helpful as many time-management gurus would have you believe! I also share a new approach that you can use to define your strategic priorities instead of a to-do list. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to rev...2022-10-3111 minCompliance That Makes Sense108 - When Building Government Relationships is a Waste of Time for FinTech StartupsIn this episode, I run through some of the common mistakes that FinTech founders make when trying to build relationships with the government, and I share some helpful strategies for how to build these relationships more effectively. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Rev...2022-10-2416 minCompliance That Makes Sense107 - What Wirecard and Many Other FinTechs Have In CommonWhen I interacted with Wirecard a few years ago, I had mixed feelings about them. In some ways, Wirecard is very similar to most other FinTechs, but their fraudulent activity is in a league of its own! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Revi...2022-10-1714 minCompliance That Makes Sense106 - How To Select Compliance Tools And Why Not Pricing?Yana is recording from one of her favorite cities, Dusseldorf. She’s talking all about compliance tools, compliance tool selection, and why you shouldn’t select your tools based on pricing alone. We go through a list of questions to ask about the tool to really understand the metrics and amount of false positive checks created. Choosing the lowest price per check can cost you more if the tool creates excessive false positives. You could end up wasting a lot of time and money. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if...2022-10-1012 minCompliance That Makes Sense105 - Is Cancel Culture Ruining Your FinTech?Cancel culture refers to the ostracism of a person as a result of them saying morally wrong, subjectively offensive, or politically insensitive. In this episode, I talk about the downsides of cancel culture, and why it could ruin your FinTech startup if you let it thrive. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on...2022-10-0312 minCompliance That Makes Sense104 - When Compliance Templates Don't WorkCompliance templates can be hugely beneficial, but they can also cause a lot of confusion if you don’t know how or when to use them. If you’ve ever wondered about which situations are suitable for compliance templates and which are not, this episode is for you! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are o...2022-09-2619 minCompliance That Makes Sense103 - How AML and Other RegTech Tools Became the Candy Crush Office Game for the Compliance DepartmentAdding more features, data, and analytics capabilities to your RegTech tools may sound like a worthwhile effort, but it actually does more harm than good in the FinTech world. Tune in today to hear why this trend is more like a Candy Crush office game than an effective business strategy. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! I...2022-09-1910 minCompliance That Makes Sense102 - Why Sanctions Against Tornado Cash Are Counter-ProductiveThe Tornado Cash sanctions are unusual, unclear, and in my opinion, a perfect example of how modern politicians weaponize financial services and technical infrastructure. Tune in for this week’s episode, where I share my thoughts on why sanctions against Tornado Cash are counter-productive. 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just cli...2022-09-1217 minCompliance That Makes Sense101 - Client Fund Segregation Rules: Fiat and CryptoAfter noticing that there is a lot of confusion around the difference between client fund segregation and deposit protection schemes, I decided to clear that up in today’s episode by diving into what exactly client fund segregation is, why it exists, and how to approach it! 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 can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on...2022-09-0516 min