The Scoop

JP Thieriot is the CEO of Uphold, a crypto broker that serves 184+ countries, across 30+ currencies (traditional and crypto) and commodities with frictionless foreign exchange and cross-border remittance for members around the world. 
In this episode we explore:

Competition in the crowded landscape of crypto brokerage

The key distinctions between the U.S. and South America in regards to crypto utility and speculation

How Uphold is promoting utility and providing a safe haven from inflation in countries such as Venezuela and Argentina

Show Notes

JP Thieriot is the CEO of Uphold, a crypto broker that serves 184+ countries, across 30+ currencies (traditional and crypto) and commodities with frictionless foreign exchange and cross-border remittance for members around the world. 

In this episode we explore:

  • Competition in the crowded landscape of crypto brokerage
  • The key distinctions between the U.S. and South America in regards to crypto utility and speculation
  • How Uphold is promoting utility and providing a safe haven from inflation in countries such as Venezuela and Argentina

What is The Scoop?

Welcome to The Scoop, The Block's flagship podcast covering finance and technology industries through unmatched interviews with top thought leaders, cultural icons and industry veterans. The Block’s Frank Chaparro hosts new guests every week, diving into breaking news and topics ranging from NFTs, to the impact of DeFi on Wall Street, to Bitcoin's role in the economy and beyond.