Welcome to the second episode of Season 2 of The Flow — the go-to podcast for all things crypto market structure and the people shaping its evolution. This time, we're shaking things up as Leo Hmelnitsky steps into the host's chair to engage in a compelling conversation with Konstantin Shulga, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Finery Markets.In this episode, they cover a range of captivating topics, including:- What it takes to start the journey from traditional trading to the crypto world,- The groundbreaking evolution of ECNs within digital assets,- Navigating the post-FTX era and the surge towards decentralization,- The latest regulatory shifts in the US and EU,- And the unstoppable rise of institutional crypto adoption.A must-watch for anyone serious about the infrastructure side of crypto.🎙 Guests: • Konstantin Shulga — CEO, Finery Markets • Leo Hmelnitsky — Chief Strategy Officer at Spotex, early investor in Finery Markets🔗 Like, comment and subscribe to stay tuned!Books mentioned in the episode:

1. The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2122.The_Fountainhead)2. The Flashboys by Michael Lewis (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24724602-flash-boys)

About Finery Markets Finery Markets is a leading technology provider of non-custodial crypto ECN and trading SaaS, specifically designed for institutional clients across more than 35 countries. The company offers the first hybrid, crypto-native ECN technology, enabling trading via an aggregated order book or RFQ. Since its launch in 2019, Finery Markets has expanded its ecosystem, now serving over 150 digital asset clients—including payment providers, brokers, OTC desks, hedge funds, and custodians. Finery Markets enhances capital efficiency, ensures optimal execution, assists in risk management, and simplifies settlement processes. In 2024, Finery Markets was recognized as one of the top 50 rising stars in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 competition.✅ Subscribe to our channel here: @FineryMarkets ► To join Finery Markets visit https://finerymarkets.com/ ► Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/finerymarkets ► Find us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finerymarkets/