Ep. 83: Keith Furst - From Philosophy to Finance, and a lot in between

In our previous episode with Justin Recla on cryptocurrencies, we mentioned that we were going to broaden out the conversation on finance, the global economy, technology and how all of that is changing us. This is exactly what we do in this episode – and then some. My guest is Keith Furst. Keith runs a firm called Data Derivatives, which focuses on implementing financial crime systems. He is an expert in anti-money laundering, fraud and financial abuse. However, Keith also has a background in philosophy and brings a wide-ranging and insightful perspective on the world in which we live. If you are interested in understanding the changes we are going through in finance, our economy, and in technology, I think we will enjoy and get a lot out of this episode. We cover all of the above and more including: If the global financial system is safer now than in 2008; Where the next risks to the global economy may come; The benefits and limitations of cryptocurrencies; How the crypto world may evolve; The perils associated with technology and social media; Income and happiness Much more! Show notes: Keith's firm, Data Derivatives Keith on LinkedIn Keith on Twitter – he is admittedly less active here! The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) The US opioid epidemic Mark Blyth – "the Hamptons are not a defensible position" The Steiner Education Approach "Deaths of Despair" Income and Happiness "Digital Amnesia" _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Like what you heard? Subscribe and/or leave a rating and review on: iTunes: http://apple.co/1PjLmKh Subscribe on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/all-things-risk/the-all-things-risk-podcast Subscribe on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/ben-cattaneo Follow the podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RiskThings Drop us a note: [email protected]