346: Deribit x SignalPlus: Building the Future of Crypto Trading with guest speakers Sidrah Fariq and Augustine Fan

🎙️ Episode DescriptionWhat happens when traditional finance meets cutting-edge crypto? In this episode, I chat with Sidrah Farik from Deribit and Augustine Fan from SignalPlus to explore how crypto options are evolving—and why institutional players are diving in headfirst.We unpack the macro forces shaping the space, the slow but steady drop in volatility, and what that means for both retail and institutional traders. You'll also hear how education, infrastructure, and partnerships are creating the rails for the next wave of crypto adoption.This is a deep dive into how options are no longer niche and why 2026 might be the breakout year for crypto derivatives.⏱️ Key Learnings with Timestamps[00:01:30] Sidrah's journey from digital marketing to leading retail at Deribit[00:02:50] Augustine’s path from Goldman Sachs to building SignalPlus[00:05:00] Institutional adoption post-ETF and falling crypto volatility[00:08:00] Why crypto options are maturing and how traders are evolving[00:10:30] ROI from educational initiatives like podcasts and competitions[00:15:00] Importance of reliable infrastructure and trust in crypto platforms[00:18:00] Institutional barriers and how Deribit addresses them[00:22:00] Complex strategies: How hedge funds are using options[00:24:00] Regional trends: US hours dominate as macro correlation grows[00:29:30] Regulation as a growth unlock, especially in India and Europe[00:32:00] Deribit’s north star metrics: retention and meaningful trading volume[00:34:00] The macro trend to watch for 2026: interest rate cuts[00:36:00] The ask: partnerships, adoption, and education at scaleConnecthttps://www.deribit.com/https://www.signalplus.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidrahfariq/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustine-fan-9a4802141/ ⚠️ DisclaimerNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research.🙏 It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend.💬 Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/