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The Ledger Podcast

The Ledger Podcast

Conversations with some of the most interesting thought leaders in crypto, cybersecurity and culture.

Ledger

126 episodesEN

Show overview

The Ledger Podcast has been publishing since 2021, and across the 5 years since has built a catalogue of 126 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 90 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 3rd season.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 32 min and 53 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Technology show.

There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 4 months ago. The busiest year was 2022, with 35 episodes published. Published by Ledger.

Episodes
126
Running
2021–2026 · 5y
Median length
40 min
Cadence
Fortnightly

From the publisher

Ledger is the gold standard of security in the crypto space. Our signers are essential for anyone wanting to take control of their digital value. At the heart of this ecosystem, Ledger connects you with everything in the digital assets space, providing access to services and freedom from compromise on security, ownership or user experience. On 'The Ledger Podcast', we have conversations with some of the most interesting thought leaders in crypto, cybersecurity and culture to discuss the journey so far and what the future might hold. Follow and subscribe for insights and discussions you won't find anywhere else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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AI Agent With a Wallet. What Could Go Wrong?

In this episode of the Ledger Podcast, the team dives into the rise of the “agentic world” — a future where AI agents act on your behalf to move funds, sign transactions, and manage digital identity. But as agents become more autonomous, one critical question emerges: how do you trust them with your secrets, identity, and wealth?Fresh from the Circle USDC hackathon, Ledger engineers share how they built a secure bridge between AI automation and hardware-backed security using Moltbook — a platform designed specifically for agent interactions. Their solution enables AI agents to create transaction “intents” that require human approval on a Ledger device, keeping private keys protected inside the secure element.The episode also unpacks a real-world lesson in AI risk: when the OpenClaw agent over-optimized for hackathon votes, it spiraled into a cascade of failed jobs after hitting rate limits — proving exactly why “human in the loop” guardrails are essential for agentic commerce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 202638 min

From SWIFT to Stablecoins: The New Operating System for the World’s Economy

In this episode of the Ledger Podcast, Jean-François Rochet (EVP of Consumer Services) sat down with Shah Ramezani, CEO and Founder of Noah, to explore how stablecoins are connecting the traditional finance world with crypto and why payments are the key to real adoption.Shah explains why stablecoins quietly proved their value during the market downturn, how people were already using them to move money, and what’s been missing to make on-chain and fiat payments work seamlessly together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 9, 202639 min

Building Trust in Crypto: Ilia Vulkov on Security, Regulation & Payments Rails

In this episode of the Ledger Podcast, Sebastian Badault (EVP, Ledger Enterprise) sits down with Ilya Vulkov, Co-Founder & CEO of Youhodler, to unpack a question every serious builder faces: how do you earn trust in digital assets?Ilya explains that crypto isn’t a “revolution," it’s an evolution, and what that means in practice: borrowing proven financial controls, governance, and risk frameworks, then bringing them on-chain with better speed and usability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 202533 min

Why Blind Signing Is Killing DeFi

In this episode of The Ledger Podcast, Jeff Rochet EVP of Consumer Services at Ledger sits down with DaoSasha, Head of BD at 1inch to talk about one of the most critical pain points in crypto: blind signing.They explain why signing transactions you don’t fully understand is a massive blocker to DeFi mass adoption, and how clear signing on Ledger devices with direct 1inch integration helps fix that.You’ll hear how 1inch evolved from a DEX aggregator to a full DeFi infrastructure brand, why they rebranded around the slogan “Move Forward As One”, and how their collaboration with Ledger lets users swap on 1inch while verifying every transaction on a trusted Ledger screen.They also look ahead to the future of DeFi:Clear signing as the new standard for secure transactionsTokenization of real-world assets (RWAs)What institutions need: compliance, transparency & UXWallets as identity, reputation and ownership hubsLearn more about the 1inch integration: https://support.ledger.com/article/6490128879389-zdExplore Ledger https://www.ledger.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 202528 min

Crypto's Privacy Problem: Why you don't have privacy!

What happens to crypto when everything on-chain becomes encrypted by default?In this episode of the Ledger Podcast, host Kyle O’Brien (COS @ Zama) sits down with Rand Hindi (Founder & CEO @ Zama) and Charles Guillemet (CTO @ Ledger) to dive deep into privacy, fully homomorphic encryption (FHE), hardware security, and why institutional adoption is making onchain confidentiality a must-have, not a nice-to-have. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 5, 202554 min

Securing Value: An Enterprise Perspective on the Ownership Economy

In this episode of The Ledger Podcast, we dive deep into the emerging frontier of the ownership economy, where consumers become stakeholders, loyalty becomes liquid, and brands are rebuilt from the bottom up.Our EVP of Ledger Enterprise, Sebastian Badault sat down with Ovie Faruq ,co-founder and CEO of REKT Brands, live from Ledger Op3n at 106 in Paris. From crypto-native companies to the shifting power dynamics of brand building, Ovie unpacks why traditional loyalty is broken, how brand coins reshape the value exchange, and why the next generation of global brands will be built with their communities, not above them.They discuss:Why crypto-native builders create differentlyHow brand coins reward early supportersWhy legacy giants like Pepsi & P&G can’t simply “copy” crypto-native brandsThe emotional and financial value of community-owned brandsWhat happens when consumers become co-creatorsEnjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 202535 min

Defense Wins Championships, with Matt Giteau and Drew Mitchell

On this special episode of the Ledger Podcast, recorded live at Ledger Op3n in Paris, Head of Brand Development Mo EL-SAYED sits down with two Australian Rugby legends, Matt Giteau and Drew Mitchell (co-hosts of Kick Offs and Kick Ons and our new Australian Ambassadors).This episode is all about value, risk, and rewriting the rules. Matt and Drew share the story of their game-changing move to France in 2011—a move that fundamentally altered the landscape of Australian rugby and led to the creation of the famous Giteau Law. They discuss how that spirit of taking control, betting on yourself, and proving your value on your own terms mirrors the ethos of digital ownership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 202540 min

Future of Blockchain: Cryptography Facing Quantum and AI

At Ledger Op3n 2025, our CTO Charles Guillemet sat down with Peter McCormack, Matthew Green, and Ian Miers to discuss how the blockchain space is preparing for the possibility of quantum computing. Will quantum computing be achieved in our lifetimes? What would it mean for blockchain? And how is the ecosystem working to create solutions?Listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 202519 min

The Spurs Partnership, Crypto Security & a Winning Mindset

What does building a championship dynasty have in common with securing your digital assets? It all comes down to defense! At Ledger Op3n 2025, our EVP of Comms, Ariel Wengroff, sat down with 3x NBA Champion and Spurs legend, Bruce Bowen, for a deep-dive conversation you won't want to miss.They discuss the game-changing Ledger x Spurs partnership, the importance of that 'never complacent' mindset, and why the right defense is the foundation for success (and protecting your assets!). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 202539 min

The Unseen Game: Building Resilience in Sport and Security

We hosted sports legends Bruce Bowen, Matt Giteau, Drew Mitchell, and health & wellness consultant JoeHolder at Ledger Op3n 2025! They chatted with our EVP of Communications Ariel Wengroff about the crossover between sports and security - namely, building resilience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4, 202523 min

Pixels and Personality: A Conversation with Susan Kare

We were beyond honoured to be able to collaborate with the legendary graphic designer Susan Kare on the Ledger Nano Gen5 badges. Susan joined us in Paris for Ledger Op3n to talk about expression through creativity, her career journey and the process of developing exclusive art for Ledger.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 202540 min

The Design of Desire, with Tony Fadell and Susan Kare

What do the iPod, the original Mac icons, and the Ledger Nano Gen5 have in common? Design legends.We hosted Tony Fadell and Susan Kare at Ledger Op3n 2025 to talk about their "Design of Desire" philosophy, making digital ownership human, and their work on the new Ledger Nano Gen5. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 202518 min

Sealing the Convenant: The Birth of an AI Artist

with Mo El-Sayed, Gene Kogan, and Seth Goldstein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 20251h 22m

The Crypto Security Wake-Up Call You Can’t Ignore

This week on the latest Ledger Podcast, CTO Charles Guillemet joins CXO Ian Rogers to break down the threats shaking the crypto space, and what they mean for your security.From the NPM supply chain attack that almost touched billions, to zero-day browser exploits, to why hardware wallets with secure screens remain the ultimate line of defense — Charles lays out today’s reality.In this episode:🛡️ How a single phishing email almost triggered a global supply chain disaster.💸 Why off-the-shelf malware is fueling million-dollar crypto thefts.🔐 Why verifying transactions on a secure device isn’t optional anymore.📡 How side-channel attacks expose the weakness of screenless wallets.⏱️ Why “update now” is no longer advice — it’s survival.As crypto scales, so does the target on your back. The latest Ledger Podcast is about how to stay ahead of attackers.🎙️Tune in now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 25, 202550 min

Staking Without Compromise: Powering the Institutional Future w/ Luganodes

Staking is moving from crypto-native to boardroom essential. On this episode of The Ledger Podcast, Ariel Wengroff (EVP, Marketing & Comms, Ledger) hosts Sebastien Badault (VP of Ledger Enterprise) and Max Mercek (Vice President of Global Business Development at Luganodes) to unpack how institutions stake without giving up custody—and why that matters for treasury teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 202532 min

The AI and Crypto Revolution

We were proud to host Anne Bouverot, France’s Special Envoy for AI, for a conversation with Pascal Gauthier (CEO, Ledger) and Charles Guillemet (CTO, Ledger).Anne has long been at the crossroads of Europe’s biggest technological shifts - telecom, internet, crypto, and now AI. In this episode, we explore how AI, blockchain, and quantum computing are not separate revolutions, but deeply connected forces shaping our digital future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 21, 202531 min

Wallets, Identity, and AI: Exploring the future of crypto infrastructure

Join us for an insightful episode of The Ledger Podcast as host Mo El-Sayed sits down with Armani Ferrante, founder and CEO of Backpack, the innovative team behind the Backpack Wallet, Backpack Exchange, and the Mad Lad's NFT collection. Armani shares his fascinating journey from working at Apple to navigating the collapse of FTX, and how he has continually pushed the boundaries of crypto infrastructure. Whether you're a seasoned crypto enthusiast or just curious about the space, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on resilience, innovation, and the evolving landscape of digital finance. Tune in now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 202558 min

Beyond Remote Work: How Ledger is Building the Future of Collaboration and Innovation

This episode was recorded in French. To watch with English subtitles, visit Ledger's YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfWC79WmJIsJoin us in this insightful podcast episode as we delve into the dynamic world of Ledger, a global leader in digital asset security. Discover how Ledger's HR strategies are redefining workplace culture by harmonizing remote work with in-office collaboration. Alexandre Blanc, Ledger's Global VP, People, shares the company's journey in creating a vibrant and engaging work environment that fosters innovation, diversity, and employee well-being. Learn about the unique features of Ledger's Paris headquarters, designed to enhance productivity and employee satisfaction, and explore the future of work in the tech industry.Purchase: shop.ledger.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 1, 202557 min

Decentralized Then vs. Now: What's Changed Since the Last Cycle?

Join Sergej Kunzm co-founder of 1inch, Carl Anderson, VP Engineering at Ledger, and Mo El-Sayed, Head of Brand Development at Ledger for a dynamic discussion on decentralized exchanges, Paris Blockchain Week, and the adoption of DeFi. Bringing DeFi to the mainstream has proved challenging at times. How has 1inch worked to overcome these challenges, and what effect have they had on the DeFi ecosystem? Ledger has played a role in shifting crypto culture via secure features like Clear Signing - how have these features impacted the crypto space, and how can they be valuable to partners outside the space?If you're interested in learning more about current trends and challenges in DeFi, and how industry leaders are working to address these challenges and bring their innovations to the mainstream, then look no further.Shop Ledger's products: shop.ledger.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 24, 202541 min

Building in Europe: Challenges and Opportunities

NOTE: The following conversation takes place in French between Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier, business mogul Maurice Lévy, and Ledger Exec VP, Enterprise Revenue Sebastien BadaultJoin Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier and business mogul Maurice Lévy, along with Ledger's Sebastien Badault, in an insightful podcast as they delve into the secrets of their success. Discover what drives these industry leaders to continually innovate and surpass themselves. From redefining global business strategies to navigating the complexities of entrepreneurship, this conversation offers valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. Learn how French entrepreneurs are making their mark on the world stage and the challenges they face today. Whether you're interested in tech, advertising, or global business dynamics, this podcast is a must-watch for anyone looking to elevate their career and think big. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion filled with wisdom, humor, and inspiration! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 17, 202522 min
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