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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 32 MIN

#36 - Flipster GM, Ben Grolimund on Derivatives, Regulation & the UAE Advantage

from The Web3 Watchdogs · host Cyvers Podcast

Michael Pearl sits down with Ben Grolimund, General Manager of Flipster in the UAE. With over 17 years of experience in fintech and crypto, Ben brings deep insights into the fast-evolving landscape of digital asset trading. The conversation dives into Flipster’s unique approach to derivatives, and why the UAE is emerging as a global crypto hub.They explore key issues like security best practices, regulatory clarity, and real-time compliance monitoring—critical elements for any serious crypto exchange. Ben also shares his take on the future of stablecoins and how Flipster is positioning itself for continued growth. Chapters:(01:46) Ben Grolimund's Background and Experience(03:30) Understanding Flipster's Unique Proposition(06:39) The Rise of Perpetuals and Derivatives(11:29) Why the UAE is a Crypto Hub(15:06) Regulatory Landscape in the UAE(19:38) Security and Compliance in Crypto Exchanges(28:27) The Future of StablecoinsThe Podcast is sponsored by Cyvers - the leader in threat prevention and mitigation in Web3, leveraging AI-driven technology to help industry leaders like Ledger, BitGo, 21Shares, and Crypto[.]com prevent hacks, fraud, scams, and compliance challenges. Cyvers’s solutions provide pre-emptive protection against malicious activity across the Web3 space. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cyvers.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a call⁠⁠⁠⁠

Michael Pearl sits down with Ben Grolimund, General Manager of Flipster in the UAE. With over 17 years of experience in fintech and crypto, Ben brings deep insights into the fast-evolving landscape of digital asset trading. The conversation dives into Flipster’s unique approach to derivatives, and why the UAE is emerging as a global crypto hub.They explore key issues like security best practices, regulatory clarity, and real-time compliance monitoring—critical elements for any serious crypto exchange. Ben also shares his take on the future of stablecoins and how Flipster is positioning itself for continued growth. Chapters:(01:46) Ben Grolimund's Background and Experience(03:30) Understanding Flipster's Unique Proposition(06:39) The Rise of Perpetuals and Derivatives(11:29) Why the UAE is a Crypto Hub(15:06) Regulatory Landscape in the UAE(19:38) Security and Compliance in Crypto Exchanges(28:27) The Future of StablecoinsThe Podcast is sponsored by Cyvers - the leader in threat prevention and mitigation in Web3, leveraging AI-driven technology to help industry leaders like Ledger, BitGo, 21Shares, and Crypto[.]com prevent hacks, fraud, scams, and compliance challenges. Cyvers’s solutions provide pre-emptive protection against malicious activity across the Web3 space. Learn more at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cyvers.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a call⁠⁠⁠⁠

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