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Bridging TradFi and DeFi: The Impact of MasterCard’s Acquisition of BVNK

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Bridging TradFi and DeFi: The Impact of MasterCard’s Acquisition of BVNK

Julia Morrongiello, VP of Corporate Development and Strategy at BVNK, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the exciting developments at the intersection of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) with a focus on MasterCard’s recent acquisition of BVNK, a London-based stablecoin infrastructure startup, for $1.8 billion. This acquisition is one of the largest in the stablecoin sector and aims to enhance MasterCard’s global payments network by creating interoperability between fiat currencies and stablecoins.

Julia explains that BVNK will power MasterCard’s stablecoin capabilities globally, combining BVNK’s technology and expertise with MasterCard’s extensive distribution and credibility. This partnership is expected to unlock significant revenue opportunities and accelerate global money movement.

We also discuss the growth of the stablecoin market, with Standard Chartered predicting a market cap of $2 trillion by the end of 2028. Julia highlights the shift in stablecoin usage from primarily trading instruments to mainstream applications, particularly in cross-border payments, and notes that BVNK has seen its payment volumes double year over year.

Finally, we touch on the global regulatory environment, with Julia emphasizing the importance of regulatory clarity for driving adoption, especially among larger financial institutions. She mentions the ongoing developments in Europe and the U.S., including the MiCA regulation and the Clarity Act, which could significantly impact the industry.

Crude Awakening: Analyzing the Surge in Brent and WTI Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

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Crude Awakening: Analyzing the Surge in Brent and WTI Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Janiv Shah, Vice President at Rystad Energy, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the current state of the energy market, which is experiencing unprecedented volatility due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude has surged by 71% in the last quarter, marking its largest increase since the Gulf War in the 1990s, while U.S. gasoline prices have crossed the $4 per gallon mark. We discuss the implications of recent events, including a drone strike on a Kuwaiti tanker and President Donald Trump’s comments regarding a potential ceasefire with Iran.

Janiv explains how the ongoing conflict, particularly the involvement of the Houthis, is creating significant disruption risks, especially in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz. We explore the potential for demand destruction and the economic repercussions if crude prices remain elevated for an extended period.

Janiv also addresses the current state of U.S. shale production, which has dropped to around 13.2 million barrels per day, and the effectiveness of the strategic petroleum reserve in this challenging environment. As we transition into a new trading month and quarter, we discuss investment strategies in the energy sector, weighing the options between major oil companies and refiners.

Finally, we touch on the challenges refiners face due to the lack of medium sour crude availability, which is affecting their production yields and market dynamics.

Q1 Recap: Stock Market Rally Amidst Rising Gas Prices and Labor Market Challenges

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Q1 Recap: Stock Market Rally Amidst Rising Gas Prices and Labor Market Challenges

Katy Kaminski, Chief Research Strategist, Portfolio Manager at AlphaSimplex, joins Remy Blaire to dive into the current state of the U.S. stock market as we enter a new trading month and quarter. Despite a strong rally yesterday, the major stock averages ended Q1 in the red for the second consecutive year. We discuss the optimism surrounding a potential resolution to the Iran war and the subdued rate hike expectations following comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell regarding the energy supply shock.

Katy emphasizes the importance of monitoring price action and the uncertainty surrounding the economic situation due to the conflict.

We also explore the fixed income market, where Katy notes the challenges of trading bonds amid fluctuating inflation concerns and the impact of the recent conflict. She shares her outlook on the U.S. dollar, which has strengthened due to risk-off sentiment and delayed rate cuts, but may weaken if the conflict de-escalates.

Additionally, we discuss the commodities market, highlighting elevated oil prices and the pressures on supply chains. Katy points out that while energy prices remain high, the market anticipates a return to more normal levels in the future.

As we wrap up, we touch on the importance of diversification in investment strategies, particularly in energy exposure and alternatives, as traditional stock-bond portfolios have shown limited diversification recently.

Tokenization’s Institutional Surge and the Future of Finance: A conversation with Solana Foundation’s Nick Ducoff

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Tokenization’s Institutional Surge and the Future of Finance: A conversation with Solana Foundation’s Nick Ducoff

Nick Ducoff, Head of Institutional Growth at the Solana Foundation, joins Remy Blaire on the sidelines of the Digital Asset Summit 2026 in New York City to have a conversation on tokenization, which has garnered attention from major industry leaders like Larry Fink of BlackRock and Paul Atkins, chair of the SEC.

Nick shares developments from Solana, including the launch of the Solana Developer Platform, which simplifies the creation of permission tokens on the public network. He also highlights recent partnerships, such as the collaboration between NYSE and Securitize, and the launch of Invesco’s money fund on Solana, showcasing the growing institutional interest in tokenization.

We discuss the impact of blockchain technology on financial accessibility, particularly for the “global unbrokerage,” where individuals without brokerage accounts can access assets through crypto wallets. Nick emphasizes the importance of innovation in the financial sector and the need for persistence in overcoming regulatory challenges.

How Fintech Companies Make Money: Duco

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How Fintech Companies Make Money: Duco

Today we’re diving into how fintech companies actually make money, with a spotlight on the often-overlooked heroes of financial data management. Our feature is Duco, a company that helps the world’s largest banks tame messy data. From legacy systems to regulatory reporting demands, financial institutions face mountains of chaotic data and Duco builds automated reconciliation and data quality infrastructure to keep it all under control. Duco generates revenue through SaaS subscriptions for its cloud-based platform, usage-based fees tied to data checks, enterprise licensing for AI-driven workflow automation, and professional services for integrations and regulatory prep. This month, Duco made headlines as founder Christian returned as CEO, emphasizing the importance of a reliable operational layer in the age of AI. Simply put, Duco turns messy, overwhelming data into something banks can trust and that’s exactly how it thrives.

From Wall Street to Web3: Fairmint’s Mission to Democratize Private Equity Access

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From Wall Street to Web3: Fairmint’s Mission to Democratize Private Equity Access

Joris Delanoue, CEO and co-founder of Fairmint, joins Remy Blaire from the Digital Asset Summit 2026 in New York City to discuss the significant changes in the crypto landscape since last year. We discuss how Fairmint is pioneering on-chain equity infrastructure to democratize access to private market investments.

Joris explains that Fairmint aims to make equity transactions seamless and user-friendly, focusing on the complexities of private markets, which have historically lagged behind public markets in terms of technological advancement. He highlights the growing importance of private companies, noting that some, like SpaceX, are approaching valuations in the trillions, which necessitates a shift in how we think about disclosures and investor protections.

We also touch on the regulatory landscape, emphasizing the need for transparency and consumer protections as tokenized securities gain traction. Joris points out the challenges faced by retail investors in understanding their rights and positions within these complex investment structures.

Equinox Gold’s $1.1B Debt Paydown & Record Production 

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Equinox Gold’s $1.1B Debt Paydown & Record Production 

Gold remains in the spotlight, and investors are keeping a close eye on companies that can turn high prices into real profits and shareholder returns. In 2025, Equinox Gold had a transformative year, completing a major merger with Calibre to become a top-tier North American-focused gold producer with two brand-new long-life mines in Canada. The company also paid down a staggering $1.1 billion in debt and announced its first-ever quarterly cash dividend alongside a share buyback program. Joining from the New York Stock Exchange is Ryan King, Executive VP of Capital Markets at Equinox Gold, shares insights on the merger, the company’s operational turnaround, and strong Q4 performance, including record production at the Greenstone Mine and ramp-up at the Valentine Gold Mine. With a net cash-neutral balance sheet and ambitious 2026 guidance of 700,000–800,000 ounces of gold production, Equinox Gold is poised for continued growth and shareholder value.

Why Microcap Stocks Could Outperform in a Top-Heavy Market

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Why Microcap Stocks Could Outperform in a Top-Heavy Market

Joel Schneider, Deputy Head of Portfolio Management at Dimensional Fund Advisors, joins us to discuss the launch of the new Dimensional U.S. Microcap ETF, a share class of their original U.S. microcap portfolio that dates back to 1981. This ETF is the industry’s first active ETF tied to a mutual fund, designed to give investors access to the bottom half of the small-cap market while still delivering strong performance. With markets increasingly top-heavy, DFMC offers diversification beyond large-cap stocks without sacrificing returns. Schneider breaks down how targeting the bottom 5% of U.S. companies and avoiding under performers has helped this strategy outperform benchmarks over decades, and why now is the perfect time for investors to explore microcap opportunities.

LPL Financial on the Future of Institution Wealth Management, AI, and Advisor Retirements

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LPL Financial on the Future of Institution Wealth Management, AI, and Advisor Retirements

Ken Hullings, Executive Vice President of Client Success at LPL Financial, joins the show to break down what the latest LPL Institutional Benchmark Report reveals about the future of wealth management. Drawing on insights from 1,200 institutions and 7,400 advisors, Hullings explains how leading firms are focusing on four major priorities: winning the race for talent, deepening existing client relationships, improving efficiency, and evolving their business models. He also discusses why uncertainty in the market is forcing institutions to think more seriously about sustainable growth, long-term advisor support, and how to stay competitive in an increasingly crowded landscape.

The conversation also explores some of the biggest structural shifts facing the industry, including the retirement of more than 100,000 advisors over the next decade and the massive generational transfer of wealth already underway. Hullings explains why succession planning has become mission-critical and why firms that fail to capture that wealth transition could end up fueling their competitors instead. He also touches on the growing role of AI in wealth management, arguing that rather than replacing advisors, it could become a powerful tool to help them scale, deepen client relationships, and better serve the next generation of investors.

Nvidia, Semis, and the Market Rebound: What Investors Need to Know

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Nvidia, Semis, and the Market Rebound: What Investors Need to Know

Caleb Silver, Editor-in-Chief of Investopedia, joins the show to break down one of the market’s biggest relief rallies in recent memory, with sharp gains across major sectors led by semiconductors and mega-cap tech. He explains why stocks like Nvidia, Intel, and Broadcom surged, why these sudden rebounds make it so difficult for retail investors to let go of their favorite names, and how individual investors are still showing resilience despite a volatile backdrop. Silver also puts the current rally into a broader historical context, noting that this part of the calendar has traditionally been one of the weakest stretches in a midterm election year, meaning more volatility could still be ahead.

The conversation also dives into what everyday investors are watching most closely right now, from popular dip-buying names like Nvidia and Tesla to the growing interest in market concepts like backwardation and Fibonacci retracement. Silver explains what those terms mean in plain English and why they’re suddenly top of mind as oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and technical market levels all collide. It’s a timely look at how retail investors are navigating uncertainty, where market momentum is showing up, and what signals could shape the road ahead.

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