Welcome to the ultimate showdown: DAOs, the chaotic but exciting future of finance vs. CBDCs, the government’s digital cash experiment.

🥊💥 In this episode, we throw both into the Crypto Curious arena and break down: Are DAOs actually working? Are CBDCs secretly a financial trap? And should you be excited… or terrified? Expect real-world case studies, hot takes, and just the right amount of chaos.

MJ sits down with Marco Beffa, founder of Crypto Compliance UAE, to discuss his journey from fashion to crypto, the challenges of launching in Dubai, and the future of blockchain. From educating legacy businesses to the rise of stablecoins, CBDCs, and institutional adoption, Marco shares insights from his book What the Hell are Cryptocurrencies? and his take on Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Blockchain gaming is changing the rules—players can now own assets, trade them, and even make a living. From Axie Infinity’s impact in the Philippines to The Sandbox’s virtual land boom, explore how GameFi is merging gaming and real-world profits, and what the future holds for eSports and major studios like Ubisoft.

The Bybit hack was a reminder of the risks of centralized exchanges. This episode unpacks what went wrong, why non-custodial wallets matter, and how to truly own your crypto. Plus, a deep dive into privacy coins—why activists rely on them, why governments push back, and how they shape financial freedom.

Marco Beffa, founder of Crypto Compliance UAE, returns to share more insights on bridging traditional finance with blockchain. He unpacks the evolving role of stablecoins, the rise of CBDCs, and why compliance is key to mainstream crypto adoption. From regulatory shifts to lessons from his book What the Hell are Cryptocurrencies?, Marco offers fresh perspectives on where the industry is headed.

MJ sits down with Marco Beffa, founder of Crypto Compliance UAE, to discuss his journey from fashion to crypto, the challenges of launching in Dubai, and the future of blockchain. From educating legacy businesses to the rise of stablecoins, CBDCs, and institutional adoption, Marco shares insights from his book What the Hell are Cryptocurrencies? and his take on Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Ethereum, Solana, or Sui—who’s winning the blockchain race? Who's worthy of the users' trust and money? We’re breaking down their strengths, weaknesses, and future potential in a fun, no-fluff showdown!

In this Valentine's Edition of Crypto Curious, we journey through the metaverse: has it transformed into a digital wasteland, or does it still hold the promise of a virtual utopia? Join us as we uncover the truth!

Discover how layer two blockchains are transforming DeFi and NFTs with faster transactions, lower fees, and greater scalability.

Comparing traditional finance with decentralized systems, exploring yields, risks, and the rise of hybrid finance models.