In this conversation, Faisal Fallatah speaks with Sean Kiernan, CEO of GreenGage, about the evolving landscape of digital finance, particularly focusing on the intersection of traditional banking and cryptocurrency. Sean shares his journey in the banking sector, the challenges faced by businesses in accessing credit, and how GreenGage aims to bridge these gaps through innovative solutions. The discussion also delves into the importance of security in digital finance, the future prospects for GreenGage, and valuable lessons learned from Sean's entrepreneurial journey.

Takeaways

Sean Kernan's journey from traditional banking to crypto finance.

The need for innovative solutions in digital finance.

Bridging the gap between traditional banking and crypto.

The importance of decentralized systems in reducing risk.

GreenGage's unique approach to crypto-backed lending.

The role of technology in enhancing financial services.

Future prospects for GreenGage in the UAE and UK.

The significance of having a strong team in startups.

Lessons learned from the founder's journey.

The evolving landscape of private credit and digital finance.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to GreenGage and Digital Finance

01:40 Sean Kiernan's Journey and Vision

03:24 Bridging Traditional Banking and Crypto

04:48 Understanding GreenGage's Unique Lending Model

07:56 Innovations in Crypto-Backed Lending

11:44 Exploring Adjacent Lending Opportunities

13:31 The Role of Blockchain in Lending

15:54 Future Milestones for GreenGage

17:46 Expansion into the UAE Market

25:06 Lessons from the Founder’s Journey

In this conversation, Faisal Fallatah interviews Behnam Bastani, founder of OpenInfer, discussing the company's vision for AI and technology. They explore the evolution of assistant-based platforms, industry applications, and the importance of data privacy. Behnam shares insights on how enterprises can leverage AI solutions, the future of AI in daily operations, and the company's plans for market expansion. The discussion also touches on the ease of adoption for businesses integrating AI and concludes with lighthearted questions about personal insights and experiences.

Takeaways:

OpenInfer focuses on building asset-based operating systems that prioritize user data privacy.

The evolution of AI is leading to more assistant-based platforms that will change daily interactions with technology.

AI assistants will be integrated into various devices, enhancing user experience and decision-making.

Enterprises can leverage AI solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Customization and ease of adoption are key factors for businesses integrating AI.

OpenInfer aims to create a collaborative ecosystem for AI assistants.

The future of AI involves more personalized and context-aware interactions.

Market expansion is a priority for OpenInfer, with plans to enter international markets.

The company is focused on solving existing pain points for enterprise partners.

AI will play a significant role in daily operations, enhancing productivity and collaboration.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to OpenMFIR and AI Vision

00:09 The Journey of Building Assistant-Based Operating Systems

03:25 Transforming Interaction with Technology

06:03 Industries Leveraging Assistant-Based Platforms

09:12 Real-World Applications in Enterprises

14:03 Ease of Adoption in AI Solutions

16:19 Milestones in Open Inference's Journey

19:23 Expanding Internationally

19:59 Future Vision for AI Assistance

21:31 Goals for the Next 12-18 Months

22:40 Integrating AI into Business

24:21 Lighthearted Questions and Personal Insights

Most companies are dead—they just don't know it yet. Inthis episode, we sit down with Walid Zayed, CEO of Rubicon with 20+ years transforming Middle East businesses, explains why thinking like you did 6 months ago makes you irrelevant in 12 months.

You'll discover:

• The 4-layer framework killing traditional strategy (operational alpha, liquidity, data, AI)
• Why a top consulting firm's $1.1M strategy document was useless
• How Microsoft fired 9,000 people while hitting record profits
• Why blockchain isn't about Bitcoin—it's about instant liquidity
• Tesla self-delivered a car to a customer. Your business model is next.
• Real examples of agentic AI replacing entire departments
• The death of financial engineering and what actually creates value now

Bottom line: Stop asking for more money, more people, more time. You need a mindset shift—think like an operator, move like an owner, build like you're selling tomorrow.

For founders, CEOs, and anyone who refuses to become obsolete.

Timestamps:1:05 - Banking to turnarounds8:08 - Operating Partner in a Box13:59 - The 4 layers of value creation22:18 - Real-time decisions: the new CEO mandate23:45 - Blockchain's instant liquidity advantage31:18 - Agentic AI replacing workflows42:12 - Change your mindset now

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