Best Yana Afanasieva Podcasts (2024)

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182 - Why MICA Regulation May Be Bad 13:07

9d ago13:07

13:07

In the latest episode in my ‘From Risk to Rescue' series, I discuss what MICA is, some of its benefits, and why I think the cons outweigh the pros. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review…

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181 - Why Fiat Services May Be Riskier Than Crypto 17:42

16d ago17:42

17:42

Today, we’re continuing our conversation about how to transition from “risk to rescue” by delving into the reasons why fiat services may be riskier than crypto, despite long-held beliefs that the opposite is true. If you’re a compliance professional who is feeling deeply dissatisfied with the scope of your work at the moment, you’re not alone, and …

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180 - Why Outdated Risk and Compliance Norms Deepen Financial Inequality 21:48

25d ago21:48

21:48

In the first episode of the “From Risk to Rescue” series, I explore how many existing regulatory laws and requirements de facto discriminate against smaller businesses and people with less money, deepening financial inequality, and why it is so important that we eliminate outdated risk and compliance norms. If you found value in this episode, I wou…

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179 - GameStop, Reddit, and Market Manipulation 2.0 25:37

1M ago25:37

25:37

Reddit and YouTube star, Roaring Kitty, is being accused (again) of market manipulation by the mainstream media because of his role in the 2021 GameStop saga. In this episode, I explain why I strongly disagree with these claims. This is a topic I am very passionate about and I look forward to hearing your thoughts. If you found value in this episod…

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178 - BaaS Providers are in Hot Water: How to Choose the Right One. 15:33

1M ago15:33

15:33

BaaS options are becoming more limited and their requirements are becoming stricter. In this episode, I explain why the current market conditions are challenging for early-stage startups partnering with BaaS providers. I also share the names of some of the providers that I know to be reliable, the difference between BaaS, open banking, and FinTech-…

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177 - FinTech Trends 2024: Payment Delinquencies, BNPL Rise, A2A and Instant Payments Push 21:21

2M ago21:21

21:21

In this episode, I share some key takeaways relating to economic and FinTech trends and patterns in Europe that I have gathered from several different reports as well as through my own observations. From the payment default crisis to the state of BAS and the rise of BNLP, A2A, and digital wallets, tune in today to hear it all! If you found value in…

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176 - How to Stop Multitasking and Set Clear Compliance Priorities in FinTech 21:36

2M ago21:36

21:36

Multitasking is not something to be celebrated! In this episode, I explore the many reasons why we should all be moving away from dealing with multitple competing priorities at once. To help you with this, I also share an overview of the hierarchy of business needs created by Mike Michalowtiz that will help you set your priorities straight! If you …

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175 - FinTech Compliance KPIs and Metrics You Can Control 17:38

2M ago17:38

17:38

It’s easy to assume that the way things are being done is the right way to do things, but a change in perspective can open our eyes to the benefits of doing things differently. In this episode, I discuss how to establish KPIs as a compliance professional when there are a lot of unknowns in play. I hope you walk away from this episode with a new per…

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174 - Compliance Performance and Responsibility for Things Outside of Your Control 19:39

2M ago19:39

19:39

In your career, as in all facets of your life, there are always going to be circumstances that are out of your control! In the next few episodes, I am going to be exploring how you can differentiate between the things you can control and those you cannot and how to identify and avoid the traps that lead to unnecessary project delays and unintended …

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173 - SEC vs Uniswap, Pavel Durov with Tucker, and Yana AI 22:32

3M ago22:32

22:32

In this episode, I take you on a journey through my thoughts on what is going on with the SEC and Uniswap, what I learned about the future of instant messaging from Tucker Carlson’s interview with Pavel Durov, why I decided to digitally “clone” myself, and more! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a r…

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172 - Being Authentic: A Conversation with David Yen About Making Decisions, Education, and Taking Risks 35:16

3M ago35:16

35:16

With my Certification program launch happening in two days, I decided to record an episode with my very good friend, David Yen, about some of the things that have been on my mind recently. The diverse range of subjects we discuss includes relationships, friendships, risk-taking, decision-making, the education system, and authenticity! If you found …

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171 - Mistakes My Clients Made Last Month and How to Move Through Mistakes Faster 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

Competent, well-meaning, hardworking people often make unrealistic assumptions that can completely derail their projects. In this episode, I explore some of the mistakes that my clients have made recently to highlight the importance of questioning your assumptions and surrounding yourself with trusted advisors. If you found value in this episode, I…

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170 - Using NLP in FinTech Compliance 14:09

4M ago14:09

14:09

For various reasons, compliance professionals often struggle to confront their senior management about work-related issues that they are experiencing. In this episode, I explain what the the NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) methodology is and how it can be used to overcome this problematic tendency! If you found value in this episode, I would real…

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169 - “We Have To Do Something” Moments Are Dangerous 21:14

4M ago21:14

21:14

The world we live in is characterized by unpredictability. Responding to unpredictable situations with “we have to do something” is a trap that can have very negative outcomes so in this episode, I share how you can better prepare for the future without wasting your time and money! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if…

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168 - Lisa Carpenter Interviews Yana about Crypto, Women, Technology, Risks, and Life 1:05:10

4M ago1:05:10

1:05:10

In today’s special episode, I am joined by my life coach, Lisa Carpenter, to discuss crypto, women, technology, risks, and life! Lisa works with women who have high career ambitions and who also want to maintain their health and well-being. I’ve been seeing her for a few years, finding the experience enormously valuable in helping me through life’s…

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167 - How to Offer Crypto Staking 26:21

4M ago26:21

26:21

Crypto staking has been in the spotlight recently, and as a result, it is undergoing a transformation. In this episode, we are going to cover what staking is, how it works, why regulators are concerned about it, and the key elements you need to keep in mind if you are going to offer it. I also explore Kraken as a case study of how staking can go wr…

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166 - Excessively Regulating New Technologies is Bad for Compliance 22:17

5M ago22:17

22:17

Welcome back to the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! In the coming episodes, we’re going to be delving into topics related to the technological developments that are changing our world. --- Are you a techno-skeptic or part of the effective accelerationism movement? In this episode, I explore the beliefs held by these opposing camps and share my…

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165 - Short-Term vs Long-Term Thinking: The Theory of Wartime and Peacetime CEOs 12:03

7M ago12:03

12:03

Do you thrive during emergencies, or do you prefer leading your team through phases of growth? In our last episode of 2023, I explore Ben Horowitz’s concept of wartime and peacetime CEOs, and I share how I discovered my own leadership style. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is …

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164 - The Decay of Binance, CZ’s Departure, and the Future of Crypto 14:03

7M ago14:03

14:03

CZ, the CEO of Binance, stepped down in November 2023 in the wake of a number of money laundering charges and procedural misdemeanors. In this episode, I share what the future holds for Binance and how the company’s decay is going to impact the crypto industry as a whole. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could…

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163 - What To Do When CEO and Compliance Disagree 14:00

7M ago14:00

14:00

If you think that your role as a compliance officer is to provide accurate and extensive information to your company leaders and you’re confused about why you aren’t being promoted and why your boss doesn’t seem to take you seriously, listen to this episode to understand why you need to change the way you think! If you found value in this episode, …

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162 - UAE is Stealing Switzerland’s Thunder as the Ultimate Financial Hub 11:59

8M ago11:59

11:59

For various reasons which I share in today’s episode, many FinTech companies are now establishing their global headquarters in the UAE. Tune in today to hear how the UAE has become the new Switzerland when it comes to the FinTech space! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to he…

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161 - Why The “Hire Slow, Fire Fast” Strategy Does Not Work 10:42

8M ago10:42

10:42

“Hire slow, fire fast” has become a common adage in the working world. In today’s episode, I am going to explain why this approach does not work well in the world of FinTech compliance and what FinTech leaders should be doing to find the right fit for their companies instead! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you c…

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160 - Innovation Behind Bars: How FATF Actions Restrain FinTech Culture 18:06

8M ago18:06

18:06

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an international body founded with the aim of enhancing global financial security and improving industry standards. However, in this episode, I share why I believe many of the actions that the FATF has taken are negatively impacting the FinTech space. If you found value in this episode, I would really appre…

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159 - Your FinTech CEO Is Not Your Boss 13:13

8M ago13:13

13:13

A common expectation of first-time MLROs and heads of compliance is that their CEO will be their boss. In this episode, I debunk this myth so you, as a new MLRO or head of compliance, can enter your new role with your eyes wide open to what your relationship with your CEO is really going to look like! If you found value in this episode, I would rea…

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158 - Conspiracy Theories About Money and Finances 14:43

9M ago14:43

14:43

In this episode, I explore some common conspiracy theories that I have come across in the world of business and finance. I personally find this topic a fascinating one, and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My missi…

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157 - The Differences Between the Financial Crises of 2008 and 2023 13:33

9M ago13:33

13:33

Inspired by Andrew Ross Sorkin’s insights on the topic, in this episode, I explore the differences between the financial crises of 2008 and 2023 and share my thoughts on which one was the most egregious. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech start…

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156 - Why Compliance Should Be Managed as a Revenue Center 13:29

9M ago13:29

13:29

“Not treating compliance as a function responsible for revenues is not just a poor cost decision; it’s simply ignoring the reality of the underlying processes.” In this episode, I explore the defining characteristics of cost and revenue centers and share my thoughts on the problems with looking at compliance as a cost and why it should be viewed as…

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155 - Is MICA Good or Bad? 20:06

9M ago20:06

20:06

In this episode, I explore the key elements of the MICA regulation that was approved in the spring of 2023, its problematic elements, and the implications it will have in the FinTech space. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possibl…

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154 - Regulatory Capture in Financial Services 11:45

10M ago11:45

11:45

Bill Gurley’s inspirational speech at the All-In Summit motivated me to record an episode focusing on the worldwide issue of regulatory capture. Tune in today to learn more about what regulatory capture is, the numerous industries that have been accused of facilitating it, and what it could mean for the future of financial services and Big Tech. If…

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153 - Why Shopify Needs 800+ Payment Service Providers 10:44

10M ago10:44

10:44

In this episode, I share some of the invaluable lessons that I learned from listening to a speech by Tobias Lütke, the founder and CEO of Shopify, at the inspirational All-In Summit. From eliminating unnecessary meetings to his thoughts on why founders make the best CEOs for their companies, tune in today to hear it all! If you found value in this …

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152 - Worldcoin Launch and Curve Hack 18:09

11M ago18:09

18:09

A few weeks ago, two major events took place in the FinTech world; Worldcoin was launched and Curve was hacked. The fact that these events happened so close to one another has raised many important questions about the future of centralized versus decentralized structures. Tune in today to hear details about one of the largest hacks in DeFi history,…

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151 - Continuous Education Traps and How FinTech Compliance Certification is Different 19:30

11M ago19:30

19:30

Discomfort is the key to growth! Too many professional education courses don’t give people the skills to truly accelerate their careers. In this episode, I discuss the reasons why and provide an overview of the strucutre of my FinTech Compliance Professional Certification Program so that you have a better understanding of how it will skyrocket your…

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150 - Why I Created My Own FinTech Compliance Certification Program 13:50

11M ago13:50

13:50

If you’ve been listening to this show for a while, you’ll know that I don’t approve of traditional compliance education. So, I decided to create my very own FinTech compliance certification program, and I am very excited to announce that it is going to be launching on September 1st! The program will equip you with all the knowledge and skills you n…

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149 - Is Apple Hostile to Crypto? 21:07

12M ago21:07

21:07

Unfortunately, Apple’s policies around cryptocurrencies, in-app purchases, and NFTs have negative implications for many FinTechs. Tune in today to hear an overview of those policies, examples of the issues that companies have run into as a result, and common mistakes that founders make when trying to defend themselves. Although I can’t do anything …

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148 - Will the DAO Add Value to the Token? 19:46

12M ago19:46

19:46

If you are considering creating a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), listen to this episode first! In it, I debunk some common misconceptions about decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) by sharing some of the most common use cases, governance models, and my honest opinion on whether or not it's worth it to create one! If you found…

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147 - Rise of the Business-Like CCO Part 3: Compliance Organization 53:47

1y ago53:47

53:47

“Your business will grow to the level of problems you are willing to handle,” so if you want your business to thrive, start getting comfortable with solving bigger and more complex problems! Tune into this third and final segment of the Rise of the Business-Like CCO for a deep dive into the five stages of business (and what each stage means for com…

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146 - Rise of the Business-Like CCO Part 2: Results Over Effort 41:25

1y ago41:25

41:25

Welcome to Part 2 of the Rise of the Business-Like CCO, a free video training from June 2023. This video training is broken up into three different sessions and today’s podcast episode is the replay of Day 2. Now that we know the common and major mistakes from Part 1 of this series, it’s time to jump into the metrics and strategies of the business-…

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145 - Rise of the Business-Like CCO Part 1: Biggest Mistakes of Compliance Professionals 40:03

1y ago40:03

40:03

This episode is a unique experience as it is a replay of a free video training where we discussed the rise of the business-like CCO. This video training is broken up into three different sessions and today’s podcast episode is the replay of Day 1. Before we jump into the metrics and strategies of the business-like CCO, we need to talk about the big…

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144 - Compliance Problems: Binance and Coinbase vs. SEC 20:21

1y ago20:21

20:21

Today’s episode is inspired by the recent SEC conflicts with Binance and Coinbase. After taking a few days to think things over, I have some conclusions to share. Listen to learn what compliance problems are, what is happening with the SEC, and the things to consider when compliance problems arise. Sometimes, there’s more to it than meets the eye. …

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143 - How FinTechs Make Money 18:39

1y ago18:39

18:39

FinTechs have multiple options for revenue generation, and in this episode, I am going to discuss some of the most common and easily understood revenue sources as well as some of the more complicated ones that tend to lead to pushback from regulators! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My miss…

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142 - Consumer Protection Becomes Counterproductive But Many Regulators Fail to Notice This Trend 14:20

1y ago14:20

14:20

Consumer protection, especially in recent years and especially in Europe and the western world, has become counterproductive. Some regulators believe that we don’t need more FInTech startups because we already have enough of them and because more startups may fail and hurt consumers. I disagree. We need more startups because many financial services…

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141 - Why Founders and CEOs Sometimes Micromanage Compliance 9:45

1y ago9:45

9:45

The tendency to micromanage compliance is rife in the FinTech world. In this episode, I discuss the various reasons why this is the case and offer some advice on how to deal with a micromanager! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as po…

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140 - What’s Next for Crypto Regulations? 13:54

1y ago13:54

13:54

When it comes to crypto regulations, uncertainties are rife. In this episode, I share my thoughts on what the future of crypto regulations is likely to look like based on what I have noticed about the way regulators usually deal with new technologies. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My miss…

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139 - How to react when your FinTech is in crisis 15:15

1y ago15:15

15:15

As a FinTech startup founder, it is almost guaranteed that you will experience some form of crisis at some point in your journey in the industry. And more likely than not, you will experience more than one! In today’s episode, I discuss some of the more common crisis situations, from counterparty failure to regulatory issues, and offer advice on ho…

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138 - Compliance Lessons from Amazon, PayPal and David Deutsch 24:40

1y ago24:40

24:40

I recently read The Beginning of Infinity, a book which had a profound impact on how I see the world. In today’s episode I apply some of the concepts from that book to my field of expertise. If you’re looking for a way to efficiently scale your startup while remaining compliant, you’ve come to the right place; get ready to say goodbye to risk-avers…

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137 - Just in Time versus Just In Case Compliance 17:16

1y ago17:16

17:16

There are common misconceptions around FinTech compliance, and if you take the old-fashioned approach, you could end up really hurting your business. After listening to today’s episode you’ll understand the best way to approach compliance, and how this will allow you to scale your operation in a sustainable way. If you found value in this episode, …

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136 - Responding to Google and Apple App Stores 15:06

1y ago15:06

15:06

To get your app onto Google and Apple App Stores, you will need to go through a review process. In this episode, I explain how to respond to some of the most common compliance questions that Apple and Google reviewers may ask you in relation to your app. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My m…

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135 - Where AI and ChatGPT Replace Compliance (and What Should Remain With Humans) 9:04

1+ y ago9:04

9:04

ChatGPT has had a big impact on many industries worldwide because of its ability to accelerate and simplify processes. Although some people are worried about the job losses that applications like ChatGPT are likely to cause, I am excited about the future of the compliance sector with this kind of technology available. Tune in today to hear why! If …

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134 - Two Fundamentally Different Regulatory Approaches: PSD2/AMLD5/Singapore PSA vs FATCA 9:18

1+ y ago9:18

9:18

In the world of compliance, there are two main regulatory approaches: how to do things regulations and how to report things regulations. Depending on the regulation type, the compliance and implementation strategy can be dramatically different. In this episode, we explore how smart fintech companies can leverage a specific regulatory approach to gr…

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133 - How I Use Spirituality In Business 18:38

1+ y ago18:38

18:38

If you’ve realized that a completely rational, pragmatic approach doesn’t always work for you in business, you’ll be very happy to know there is another way. In this episode, I share some of my favorite “spiritual” tools that can help you learn to lean more on your intuition, increase your motivation, and feel more confident in your decisions! If y…

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