Decrypto – sponsored by Luno

What does Luno do?

You may know a lot about Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies... and if you’ve been following this podcast, you would have certainly heard about Luno. The app-based crypto exchange is helping revolutionise money, but there’s a lot more to it than that. Luno’s GM, Marius Reitz, tells us more about what it…

Season 2 / Episode 12 3 min

Why Crypto Matters

There’s been a lot of talk, and a lot of money made - and lost - with cryptocurrencies. With so many stories, it’s easy to get carried away with the hype. Luno's engineering manager Rick Kleinhans tells us why crypto is getting the attention it is, plus the simple steps…

Season 2 / Episode 13 3 min

Money then, money now, money tomorrow

You may have heard the expression that crypto is “the future of money”, and given that money has been around in one form or another for a very long time, that’s quite a statement. Vijay Ayyar is head of Luno Business, and he puts the future of money into perspective…

Season 2 / Episode 14 5 min

How to move cryptocurrency

Transferring money electronically is part of our everyday lives, and traditional banks have made it almost as simple as making a phone call. But, there’s a lot going on in the background, which often means delays… and charges. Luno’s Country Manager for France and Italy, Maria Wonsicz, talks about how…

Season 2 / Episode 15 2 min

Buying Bitcoin

The technology behind cryptocurrencies may be a little daunting to most, but becoming part of the future of money is anything but - Luno makes it really simple! Head of Product, Alex Koller, explains how once you’ve downloaded the app and signed up, it’s easy to start investing and spending…

Season 2 / Episode 16 3 min

Luno Security

They say a fool and his money are easily parted. Unfortunately, we live in a world where even losing your investments is all too easy, unless you stay sharp and avoid the scammers. Like every electronic transaction, you need a certain amount of awareness when dealing with crypto. Ian Rossiter…

Season 2 / Episode 17 4 min

Crypto & fraud

Every now and then we hear a story of a victim losing a considerable sum of Bitcoin. In most cases, it was the result of an indirect hack, a phishing incident or a scam. In hindsight, all of these incidents are easily avoidable with the right security measures in place…

Season 2 / Episode 18 3 min

Crypto & the law

There are a lot of technical intricacies around cryptocurrency and how it works... and it’s sometime easy to think that because it’s a digital currency, only the laws of coding apply. But it’s still a currency, and even though it’s unregulated, it’s still subject to the law. Luno’s General Counsel,…

Season 2 / Episode 19 4 min

The future of crypto

It may still be going through its growing pains, but there’s no doubt that cryptocurrencies are here to stay. While some people will focus on its volatility and what it means in the short term, crypto’s long term outlook is worth chatting about. Luno Africa’s GM Marius Reitz breaks down…

Season 2 / Episode 20 4 min

Crypto investing best practice

Cryptocurrency is a new and exciting chapter in the history of money, and it’s pretty easy to get caught up in the hype. But, like any investment, it’s important to know what you’re getting into. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, has some best practice tips - whether you’re new to…

Season 2 / Episode 21 4 min

What impacts the price of Bitcoin?

When people talk about cryptocurrency - Bitcoin in particular - there’s always a comment about crazy fluctuations in price. But cryptocurrency is an investment tool, and just like any other investment, there are things that will affect its value. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, explains a few factors that might…

Season 2 / Episode 22 5 min

Cryptocurrency Myths

By now, most people have at least heard about Bitcoin and currencies like it, even if they haven’t bought any, or don’t really understand how it works. But there are still a lot of misconceptions around the future of money. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, goes into some of the…

Season 2 / Episode 23 3 min

Cryptocurrency, commodity or security?

By now, you probably know that cryptocurrencies are not controlled by banks or financial institutions - or governments. Regulation, though, is almost inevitable... and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Luno Africa’s GM, Marius Reitz, explains the potential regulation of cryptocurrency.

Season 2 / Episode 24 5 min

Luno Q&A

Luno Africa GM Marius Reitz answers some crypto FAQs. Iran/US conflicts have done the most to affect crypto pricing, which is fascinating. The fallout from coronavirus takes a very calculated mindset - take the emotion out of it. The cardinal rule is that you should never invest money you can’t…

Season 2 / Episode 25 17 min