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