The FTX Podcast #87 - Ryan Salame CEO of FTX Bahamas

Welcome to episode 87 of the FTX Podcast with special guest Ryan Salame, CEO of FTX Bahamas, and host Tristan Yver.

FTX Digital Markets is establishing a substantial presence in The Bahamas as FTX continues to expand its global presence. Ryan Salame, former Head of OTC at Alameda Research has been appointed as the CEO of FTX Digital Markets and will be responsible for leading their local initiatives.

Time Stamps:

0:00 : Introduction & initial crypto experience.

2:49 : Learning how to OTC trade & helping run the desk at Circle.

6:09 : Transitioning to FTX.

8:11 : Strengths that got Ryan onboard.

9:24 : Scope of Alameda early on.

10:32 : Crypto native contributions to the team.

11:26 : Carrying lessons from time at Alameda forward.

12:48 : Alameda war stories.

14:43 : The OTC Team at Alameda.

15:20 : Crypto induced ADHD.

16:17 : Source of inspiration.

18:09 : The start of FTX Bahamas.

20:22 : Strength in proper positioning.

22:41 : Crypto hub in the Bahamas.

24:17 : Building out the Bahamas campus.

25:41 : Virtual to physical meeting transitioning.

26:41 : Words of advice to those entering the space.

28:29 : Relationship dynamics with Sam, colleagues & transmuting that to success.

31:50 : The evolution of outlook on crypto.

33:10 : What’s next.

Thank you for your time and insight Ryan!

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