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Compliance That Makes Sense
by Yana Afanasieva
This is a place where FinTech compliance, regulations and risks are made simple and fun. Your host, Yana Afanasieva, corporate dropout turned entrepreneur, introduces you to pragmatic risk acceptance and agile compliance that scale, challenges financial industry conventional wisdom, and wholeheartedly believes that dashboards and automation often make much better job than humans.
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200 - Should We Give Partners In Business Second Chances?
I'm excited to explore the psychology of second chances, why we're so skeptical when people change their minds, and if public opinion ever actually reflects personal beliefs. We'll discuss Mark Zuckerberg's apparent about-face on censorship, corporate flip-flops on diversity programs and the...
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199 - DeepSeek, Tucker's And Piers Duel In Riyadh, Candace Owens New Series
I'm excited to dive into the Deepseek hype, the Chinese AI startup that claims to have a model as good as ChatGPT for a fraction of the cost. We'll talk about what that means for the future of AI, national AI models and censorship, and why every country will soon have its own "filtered" version....
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198 - Software Industrial Complex. Why MBAs Can Be Replaced By AI. Darryl Cooper New Series.
I'm excited to share news about a new series from Darryl Cooper, host of the Martyr Made Podcast. His latest series is all about World War II, told from the perspective of ordinary Germans. It's a fascinating look at how ideologies take hold and change societies. We'll use that as a springboard…
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197 - Winners and Losers of Crisis Times, Zuck Embracing Free Speech and Zeus Management Style
If you've ever wondered how disruption leads to new beginnings, this episode is for you. I'm diving into the cycles of history, from tearing down the old to building the new and how understanding those patterns can give you hope. We'll look at The Fourth Turning Theory, the evolution of...
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196 - Welcome to 2025. Fourth Turning. Debates over immigration, Elon supporting AFD, MEGA (Make Europe Great Again) and more!
If understanding history feels like an abstract puzzle, it's time to see the patterns. In this episode I'm going into the concept of cycles and seasons, how history, businesses and our personal lives follow predictable patterns. We'll cover the lessons from The Fourth Turning, generational…
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195 - Live Webinar Recording: How to Assess Impact of Compliance Function
If compliance feels like a roadblock, it's time to flip the script. I had a live webinar last week about how to turn compliance into a growth driver. We have covered how to measure success, align with business goals and prove compliance's value as well as. smart resource management, big picture...
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194 - How to Assess Your Results and Why Success Is Not Linear
This is the time of year for reflection, so in this episode, I share my theory on why achieving success for some people is so much easier than it is for others, why a high success-effort ratio isn't always ideal, and some simple practices that you can incorporate into your life to start feeling...
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193 - Fork in the Road: DOGE and Deregulation in Americas vs EU Jihad on Crypto and Digitalization
In this episode, I share my thoughts on regulation and deregulation in the crypto space and my predictions for how the different approaches adopted by Europe and America will impact people and businesses in these regions. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you…
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192 - How to Evaluate Your Compliance Results in 2024
As 2024 starts drawing to a close, I want to unpack some of the key criteria I use to evaluate how successful my year has been. Tune in to hear my advice for overcoming some of the most common errors made by compliance professionals and the questions you should be asking yourself right now to...
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191 - What Sets Some Immigrants Apart: The Triple Package Theory
Today's episode is inspired by a book written by Amy Chua and Jed Rubenfeld. It's called The Triple Package and while it's received its fair share of criticism, I hope that after listening to my analysis, you'll be able to appreciate the book's theory as much as I do! If you found value in this...
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190 - Why ECB Hates Bitcoin
In a paper released a few days ago (October 2024) two senior officials from the ECB outlined why they believe Bitcoin is dangerous, creates inequality, and is a threat to democracy. In this episode, I outline why they are wrong. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if...
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189 - Why IP Rights and Patents are Irrelevant and Should Be Abolished
I've always believed in the importance of IP rights and patents, like many of you, but my recent discovery of Stephan Kinsella's theory on this topic has led me to almost completely change my mind. Tune in today to hear about the history of IP rights and patents, why they are anti-capitalist, and...
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188 - Politics, Confidence, and Success in Compliance
While I normally choose to keep my political views separate from my professional life, in this episode, I share why forming and defending your own political opinions is a very useful tool that can lead to the development of skills that will be invaluable to you as a financial-industry…
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187 - The Three Most Harmful Addictions: Heroin, Sugar and a Monthly Salary
Unfortunately, many employers have held onto outdated beliefs about employment and entrepreneurship. In this episode, I share why I agree with Nassim Taleb's belief that getting a monthly salary (i.e. full-time employment) as opposed to working as a consultant often does more harm than good! If…
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186 - Cancel Culture vs Darryl Cooper
I am obsessed with free speech and misinformation, so this episode about the attempted "canceling" of Darryl Cooper means a lot to me. Tune in today to hear about Darryl's podcast episode that caused uproar amongst many of his listeners and my thoughts on the topic. If you found value in this...
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185 - Setting Goals and Not Achieving Them
"Having a goal and not reaching it is better than not having a goal at all." We all know the feeling of disappointment when we set a goal that we are unable to achieve. When this happened to me earlier this year, I reread Viktor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning, and in today's episode, I...
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184 - The Concept of Nationality and Its Role in Financial Services
Today, we're discussing the concept of nationality and its role in financial services. An experience of Ukrainian clients' of mine was the inspiration for this episode, and I hope it gives you a good understanding of some of the key global financial trends and the unequal impacts they are having…
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183 - Pavel Durov, my Soviet Past, and What Still to Expect in 2024
Welcome back to a new season of the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! We're still going to be focusing on FinTech, compliance and startups, but the upcoming episodes are also going to be related to current affairs. In this first episode, I dive into my Russian background and how it impacts the...
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182 - Why MICA Regulation May Be Bad
In the latest episode in my 'From Risk to Rescue' series, I discuss what MICA is, some of its benefits, and why I think the cons outweigh the pros. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech...
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181 - Why Fiat Services May Be Riskier Than Crypto
Today, we're continuing our conversation about how to transition from "risk to rescue" by delving into the reasons why fiat services may be riskier than crypto, despite long-held beliefs that the opposite is true. If you're a compliance professional who is feeling deeply dissatisfied with the…
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180 - Why Outdated Risk and Compliance Norms Deepen Financial Inequality
In the first episode of the "From Risk to Rescue" series, I explore how many existing regulatory laws and requirements de facto discriminate against smaller businesses and people with less money, deepening financial inequality, and why it is so important that we eliminate outdated risk and...
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179 - GameStop, Reddit, and Market Manipulation 2.0
Reddit and YouTube star, Roaring Kitty, is being accused (again) of market manipulation by the mainstream media because of his role in the 2021 GameStop saga. In this episode, I explain why I strongly disagree with these claims. This is a topic I am very passionate about and I look forward to...
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178 - BaaS Providers are in Hot Water: How to Choose the Right One.
BaaS options are becoming more limited and their requirements are becoming stricter. In this episode, I explain why the current market conditions are challenging for early-stage startups partnering with BaaS providers. I also share the names of some of the providers that I know to be reliable…
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177 - FinTech Trends 2024: Payment Delinquencies, BNPL Rise, A2A and Instant Payments Push
In this episode, I share some key takeaways relating to economic and FinTech trends and patterns in Europe that I have gathered from several different reports as well as through my own observations. From the payment default crisis to the state of BAS and the rise of BNLP, A2A, and digital…
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176 - How to Stop Multitasking and Set Clear Compliance Priorities in FinTech
Multitasking is not something to be celebrated! In this episode, I explore the many reasons why we should all be moving away from dealing with multitple competing priorities at once. To help you with this, I also share an overview of the hierarchy of business needs created by Mike Michalowtiz…
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175 - FinTech Compliance KPIs and Metrics You Can Control
It's easy to assume that the way things are being done is the right way to do things, but a change in perspective can open our eyes to the benefits of doing things differently. In this episode, I discuss how to establish KPIs as a compliance professional when there are a lot of unknowns in play.…
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174 - Compliance Performance and Responsibility for Things Outside of Your Control
In your career, as in all facets of your life, there are always going to be circumstances that are out of your control! In the next few episodes, I am going to be exploring how you can differentiate between the things you can control and those you cannot and how to identify and avoid the traps…
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173 - SEC vs Uniswap, Pavel Durov with Tucker, and Yana AI
In this episode, I take you on a journey through my thoughts on what is going on with the SEC and Uniswap, what I learned about the future of instant messaging from Tucker Carlson's interview with Pavel Durov, why I decided to digitally "clone" myself, and more! If you found value in this…
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172 - Being Authentic: A Conversation with David Yen About Making Decisions, Education, and Taking Risks
With my Certification program launch happening in two days, I decided to record an episode with my very good friend, David Yen, about some of the things that have been on my mind recently. The diverse range of subjects we discuss includes relationships, friendships, risk-taking, decision-making,...
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171 - Mistakes My Clients Made Last Month and How to Move Through Mistakes Faster
Competent, well-meaning, hardworking people often make unrealistic assumptions that can completely derail their projects. In this episode, I explore some of the mistakes that my clients have made recently to highlight the importance of questioning your assumptions and surrounding yourself with...
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170 - Using NLP in FinTech Compliance
For various reasons, compliance professionals often struggle to confront their senior management about work-related issues that they are experiencing. In this episode, I explain what the the NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) methodology is and how it can be used to overcome this problematic...
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169 - "We Have To Do Something" Moments Are Dangerous
The world we live in is characterized by unpredictability. Responding to unpredictable situations with "we have to do something" is a trap that can have very negative outcomes so in this episode, I share how you can better prepare for the future without wasting your time and money! If you found...
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168 - Lisa Carpenter Interviews Yana about Crypto, Women, Technology, Risks, and Life
In today's special episode, I am joined by my life coach, Lisa Carpenter, to discuss crypto, women, technology, risks, and life! Lisa works with women who have high career ambitions and who also want to maintain their health and well-being. I've been seeing her for a few years, finding the...
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167 - How to Offer Crypto Staking
Crypto staking has been in the spotlight recently, and as a result, it is undergoing a transformation. In this episode, we are going to cover what staking is, how it works, why regulators are concerned about it, and the key elements you need to keep in mind if you are going to offer it. I also...
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166 - Excessively Regulating New Technologies is Bad for Compliance
Welcome back to the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! In the coming episodes, we're going to be delving into topics related to the technological developments that are changing our world. --- Are you a techno-skeptic or part of the effective accelerationism movement? In this episode, I explore...
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165 - Short-Term vs Long-Term Thinking: The Theory of Wartime and Peacetime CEOs
Do you thrive during emergencies, or do you prefer leading your team through phases of growth? In our last episode of 2023, I explore Ben Horowitz's concept of wartime and peacetime CEOs, and I share how I discovered my own leadership style. If you found value in this episode, I would really...
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164 - The Decay of Binance, CZ's Departure, and the Future of Crypto
CZ, the CEO of Binance, stepped down in November 2023 in the wake of a number of money laundering charges and procedural misdemeanors. In this episode, I share what the future holds for Binance and how the company's decay is going to impact the crypto industry as a whole. If you found value in…
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163 - What To Do When CEO and Compliance Disagree
If you think that your role as a compliance officer is to provide accurate and extensive information to your company leaders and you're confused about why you aren't being promoted and why your boss doesn't seem to take you seriously, listen to this episode to understand why you need to change…
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162 - UAE is Stealing Switzerland's Thunder as the Ultimate Financial Hub
For various reasons which I share in today's episode, many FinTech companies are now establishing their global headquarters in the UAE. Tune in today to hear how the UAE has become the new Switzerland when it comes to the FinTech space! If you found value in this episode, I would really…
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161 - Why The "Hire Slow, Fire Fast" Strategy Does Not Work
"Hire slow, fire fast" has become a common adage in the working world. In today's episode, I am going to explain why this approach does not work well in the world of FinTech compliance and what FinTech leaders should be doing to find the right fit for their companies instead! If you found value…
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160 - Innovation Behind Bars: How FATF Actions Restrain FinTech Culture
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an international body founded with the aim of enhancing global financial security and improving industry standards. However, in this episode, I share why I believe many of the actions that the FATF has taken are negatively impacting the FinTech space. If...
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159 - Your FinTech CEO Is Not Your Boss
A common expectation of first-time MLROs and heads of compliance is that their CEO will be their boss. In this episode, I debunk this myth so you, as a new MLRO or head of compliance, can enter your new role with your eyes wide open to what your relationship with your CEO is really going to look...
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158 - Conspiracy Theories About Money and Finances
In this episode, I explore some common conspiracy theories that I have come across in the world of business and finance. I personally find this topic a fascinating one, and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. If you found value in this episode, I would...
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157 - The Differences Between the Financial Crises of 2008 and 2023
Inspired by Andrew Ross Sorkin's insights on the topic, in this episode, I explore the differences between the financial crises of 2008 and 2023 and share my thoughts on which one was the most egregious. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My...
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156 - Why Compliance Should Be Managed as a Revenue Center
"Not treating compliance as a function responsible for revenues is not just a poor cost decision; it's simply ignoring the reality of the underlying processes." In this episode, I explore the defining characteristics of cost and revenue centers and share my thoughts on the problems with looking…
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155 - Is MICA Good or Bad?
In this episode, I explore the key elements of the MICA regulation that was approved in the spring of 2023, its problematic elements, and the implications it will have in the FinTech space. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to...
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154 - Regulatory Capture in Financial Services
Bill Gurley's inspirational speech at the All-In Summit motivated me to record an episode focusing on the worldwide issue of regulatory capture. Tune in today to learn more about what regulatory capture is, the numerous industries that have been accused of facilitating it, and what it could mean...
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153 - Why Shopify Needs 800+ Payment Service Providers
In this episode, I share some of the invaluable lessons that I learned from listening to a speech by Tobias Lütke, the founder and CEO of Shopify, at the inspirational All-In Summit. From eliminating unnecessary meetings to his thoughts on why founders make the best CEOs for their companies, tune...
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152 - Worldcoin Launch and Curve Hack
A few weeks ago, two major events took place in the FinTech world; Worldcoin was launched and Curve was hacked. The fact that these events happened so close to one another has raised many important questions about the future of centralized versus decentralized structures. Tune in today to hear...
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151 - Continuous Education Traps and How FinTech Compliance Certification is Different
Discomfort is the key to growth! Too many professional education courses don't give people the skills to truly accelerate their careers. In this episode, I discuss the reasons why and provide an overview of the strucutre of my FinTech Compliance Professional Certification Program so that you have…
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This is a place where FinTech compliance, regulations and risks are made simple and fun. Your host, Yana Afanasieva, corporate dropout turned entrepreneur, introduces you to pragmatic risk acceptance and agile compliance that scale, challenges financial industry conventional wisdom, and wholeheartedly believes that dashboards and automation often make much better job than humans.
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