Takatalks
Takatalks: Stories of Financial Systems, Crypto, and the Islamic Economy
Join husband and wife duo, Morrad Irsane and Sharene Lee, the entrepreneurs behind the groundbreaking Web3 startup Takadao, as they guide you through engaging discussions on the pivotal pillars of the modern economy. Delve into the realms of finance, technology, and ethics, exploring the disruptive technologies and the principles underpinning Islamic finance. Through captivating conversations and thought-provoking interviews, we amplify diverse voices and perspectives, fostering a deeper understanding of global financial evolution.
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Episodes
52 episodes
The Future of Insurance: Technology and Trust
Summary(Season 3, Ep7):In this episode, the discussion revolves around how actuaries work, the struggles of improving healthcare access, and why insurance in California is so expensive. They also talk about making insurance fairer...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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58:23
Overpriced Insurance, Blockchain Fixes, and the Rise of Pay-As-You-Go
Summary(Season 3, Ep6):This discussion explores how technology and community-focused solutions are reshaping the insurance industry, especially in Africa. It emphasizes the importance of trust, customer-centric models, and mutual ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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1:00:20
Insurance in Crisis: Your Safety Net or Just a Profit Trap?
Summary(Season 3, Ep5):This episode examines Florida's insurance crisis, discussing the role of insurers, the effects of climate change, and rising costs. It explores alternative models like mutual insurance and blockchain, emphas...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:05:59
Claims Game: How Insurers Manipulate Processes to Deny You What's Yours
Summary(Season 3, Ep4):This conversation dives into the struggles people face with insurance claims, highlighting the need for transparency and clear communication between insurers and policyholders. Participants agree that a fair...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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1:04:49
What Your Insurance Won’t Tell You – Hidden Fees, Fine Print, and Denied Claims Uncovered
Summary(Season 3, Ep3):In this episode, the participants discuss a lawsuit involving State Farm overcharging on a life insurance policy, highlighting the need for transparency and fairness in the insurance industry. They talk abou...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:06:38
The Hidden Scandal Behind Insurance Claims and Big Tech
Summary(Season 3, Ep2):This episode focuses on the challenges faced by insurance companies in covering unexpected events like cyber risks and highlights the tension between insurers and policyholders. It explores alternative model...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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55:16
Why is No One Talking About This?! The Untold Truth of AI, Blockchain, and Takaful’s Future
Summary(Season 3, Ep1):Join us as we dive into the world of mutual insurance and Takaful, exploring their impact on the insurance industry. We discuss the fall of mutual companies, the rise of Takaful in Islamic finance, and how t...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:10:17
Can Blockchain Topple Traditional Finance?- Matthew Van Niekerk
Summary(Season 2, Ep15):Matthew Van Niekerk, CEO of SettleMint, discusses how blockchain technology can revolutionize the financial sector and other industries by addressing outdated processes and promoting gradual adoption to mit...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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54:19
Are Solana Teams Really Building for Users?- Alex Scott
Summary(Season 2, Ep14):Alex Scott, leading Superteam Middle East, explores Solana's potential in the region, highlighting its advantages over traditional financial systems and its role in enhancing transparency and economic oppo...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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48:51
Is Bitcoin Moving to Ethereum-Like Layer 2?- Elias Ahonen
Summary(Season 2, Ep13):Elias Ahonen, a blockchain author and legal expert, discusses his journey in the blockchain space and the evolution of the Bitcoin community, sharing early experiences and the challenges of securing digital...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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47:28
Can We Prevent AI Misuse?- Michael Heinrich
Summary(Season 2, Ep12):Michael Heinrich, CEO of Zero Gravity Labs, emphasizes the critical need for AI governance to ensure AI serves the public good, highlighting risks if controlled by a few tech companies. Zero G's mission is ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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46:52
Is DeFi the Missing Piece in Islamic Finance?- (Mufti) Billal Omarjee
Summary(Season 2, Ep11):Mufti Bilal emphasizes the importance of Sharia compliance in the crypto industry and highlights the potential of DeFi to provide halal financial solutions for Muslims. He addresses misconceptions about cry...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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1:02:24
Can You Fight for Your Rights with Insurance Claims?- Matt Everson
Summary(Season 2, Ep10):In this session, Matt Everson discusses the challenges homeowners face with insurance claims after disasters, using the Santa Rosa wildfires as a case study. He highlights issues such as insurance companies...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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58:22
Can Community-Owned Mutual Protection Funds Transform Insurance?- Sharene Lee
Summary(Season 2, Ep9):Leila and Sharene Lee discuss Takasure, a community-owned mutual protection fund using technology to offer alternative insurance by enhancing transparency and inclusivity. Inspired by the 2008 financial cris...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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52:43
Can Crypto Really Bridge the Fiat Divide?- Sami Start
Summary(Season 2, Ep8):Sami Start, co-founder and CEO of Transak, highlights the journey of building a reliable crypto banking infrastructure with a focus on regulation, compliance, and global accessibility. He emphasizes the prac...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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51:15
Is the Insurance Industry Rigged Against You?- Pishu Ganglani
Summary(Season 2, Ep7):Leila and Pishu discuss how the insurance industry faces conflicts of interest and needs more transparency. They highlight the role of technology and AI in making insurance fairer and more accessible, especi...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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38:49
How is Web3 Decentralizing Innovation and Access?- Pekka Kelkka
Summary(Season 2, Ep6):In this conversation, Pekka Kelkka shares his journey from IT to the blockchain and Web3 world, highlighting Web3's potential to make decentralized technologies more accessible and drive innovation. The conv...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:01:01
Is Centralization the Enemy to Fair Insurance?- Ahmad Imira
Summary(Season 2, Ep5):Leila and Ahmad discuss the importance of life insurance and the challenges in selling it. They compare conventional insurance, which has high costs and centralized control, to Takasure, a decentralized and ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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50:02
Can Governments Rebuild Trust with an Endless Money Supply?- Benjamin Talin
Summary(Season 2, Ep4):The conversation discusses how governments manage the economy, especially after the 2008 crisis, dealing with high interest rates, bank failures, and rising prices. It looks at the challenges of regulating digital...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:06:41
Has Bitcoin Lost its Way?- Nick Ayton
Summary ( Season 2, Ep 3):Nick Ayton talks about Bitcoin's role today and its future, focusing on how it can help include more people financially. However, he worries about how Bitcoin is becoming more centralized and controlled by a fe...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:03:50
Is Crypto Empowering the Unbanked or Widening the Gap?- Aram Mughalyan
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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53:22
Is Money getting a Digital makeover?- Mauricio Magaldi
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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55:04
Scams in Web3: Crypto & Community Power (Episode 30)
SummaryIn this conversation, Wan Wei, Soh discusses various topics related to cryptocurrency and the crypto market. She shares insights on Singapore's political system and its compatibility with crypto regulations. The role of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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55:22
Driving Innovation: Entrepreneurship, Tech, and Crypto in MENA (Episode 29)
SummaryAhmed Abdulwahab, CEO of Next Arabia, discusses entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region, highlighting the progress made in recent years and the challenges that still exist. He also shares insights on the futur...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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55:06
Winning with Blockchain: Empowerment, Regulation, and Stablecoin Solutions (Episode 28)
SummaryJimmy Nguyen, a leading figure in blockchain and emerging technology, discusses various topics related to blockchain adoption, regulation, and use cases. He emphasizes the importance of government engagement and regulation...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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50:00