the line between cryptocurrency and traditional investing is becoming increasingly blurred. crypto exchanges are moving into share trading, while banks and traditional brokers are exploring digital assets. so are we heading towards a future where investors can manage everything through a single platform?
sean aylmer speaks with john o'loghlen, managing director apac at coinbase, about the company's plans to offer australian customers access to thousands of us-listed shares, the convergence of traditional finance and crypto, and what it means for investors. they also discuss the growing role of tokenisation and the security challenges facing the crypto industry following a major hack at binance.
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qaQ+A: The end of the divide between crypto and shares?
The line between cryptocurrency and traditional investing is becoming increasingly blurred. Crypto exchanges are moving into share trading, while banks and traditional brokers are exploring digital assets. So are we heading towards a future where investors can manage everything through a single platform?
Sean Aylmer speaks with John O'Loghlen, Managing Director APAC at Coinbase, about the company's plans to offer Australian customers access to thousands of US-listed shares, the convergence of traditional finance and crypto, and what it means for investors. They also discuss the growing role of tokenisation and the security challenges facing the crypto industry following a major hack at Binance.
This is part of a monthly series with Coinbase, a supporter of Fear & Greed.
This is general information only. You should seek advice tailored to your circumstances before making investment decisions.
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every business wants to grow. but how do you make that growth sustainable, and what happens when the business becomes too big for its founder to manage everything?
in the third episode of extraordinary business stories, sean aylmer and michael thompson speak with two state winners of the 2026 telstra best of business awards: laura jeffery from tundra resource analytics, victorian growth award winner, and payal kapoor from anchor impact group, new south wales growth award winner.
they discuss the challenges of scaling a business, why growth isn't just about revenue, the importance of systems and processes, and how businesses need to adapt as they expand.
extraordinary business stories is a special four-part fear & greed q+a series brought to you by telstra. meet this year's state winners at telstra.com.au/awards.
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qaQ+A: Extraordinary Business Stories - Secrets of business growth
Every business wants to grow. But how do you make that growth sustainable, and what happens when the business becomes too big for its founder to manage everything?
In the third episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Laura Jeffery from TUNDRA Resource Analytics, Victorian Growth Award Winner, and Payal Kapoor from Anchor Impact Group, New South Wales Growth Award Winner.
They discuss the challenges of scaling a business, why growth isn't just about revenue, the importance of systems and processes, and how businesses need to adapt as they expand.
Extraordinary Business Stories is a special four-part Fear & Greed Q+A series brought to you by Telstra. Meet this year's State Winners at telstra.com.au/awards.
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sean aylmer speaks with andrew irvine, ceo of national australia bank, about the economic outlook following nab's full-year results.
they discuss the risk of recession, how far house prices could fall, why some retailers are struggling while others thrive, and where businesses are still investing. andrew also explains how artificial intelligence is transforming banking and what the us midterm elections could mean for the global economy.
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qaQ+A: NAB boss warns recession risk is rising
Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Irvine, CEO of National Australia Bank, about the economic outlook following NAB's full-year results.
They discuss the risk of recession, how far house prices could fall, why some retailers are struggling while others thrive, and where businesses are still investing. Andrew also explains how artificial intelligence is transforming banking and what the US midterm elections could mean for the global economy.
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australians are living longer, the population is ageing, and long-term economic growth is expected to slow. it's a combination that raises some big questions about retirement — including whether australians will have enough money to maintain their standard of living.
in the latest episode of fear & greed's weekly series with mlc expand, sean aylmer speaks with liz mccarthy, ceo of mlc expand, about the implications of the federal government's intergenerational report, why younger australians are taking a greater interest in superannuation, the prospect of working longer, and what we should all be doing now to prepare for retirement.
this episode is part of a weekly series brought to you in partnership with mlc expand, exploring retirement, investing, financial advice and the future of wealth management.
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qaQ+A: What an ageing Australia means for your super
Australians are living longer, the population is ageing, and long-term economic growth is expected to slow. It's a combination that raises some big questions about retirement — including whether Australians will have enough money to maintain their standard of living.
In the latest episode of Fear & Greed's weekly series with MLC Expand, Sean Aylmer speaks with Liz McCarthy, CEO of MLC Expand, about the implications of the Federal Government's Intergenerational Report, why younger Australians are taking a greater interest in superannuation, the prospect of working longer, and what we should all be doing now to prepare for retirement.
This episode is part of a weekly series brought to you in partnership with MLC Expand, exploring retirement, investing, financial advice and the future of wealth management.
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australian businesses recognise the enormous potential of artificial intelligence, but concerns about security, privacy and accountability are making some reluctant to embrace it. so how do businesses move from saying no to ai to finding a practical, responsible way forward?
sean aylmer speaks with stefan leitl, vp and general manager, cisco anz, about why ai should be onboarded like a new employee, the importance of guardrails, and how businesses can build trust while unlocking productivity.
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qaQ+A: Is fear holding Australian businesses back on AI?
Australian businesses recognise the enormous potential of artificial intelligence, but concerns about security, privacy and accountability are making some reluctant to embrace it. So how do businesses move from saying no to AI to finding a practical, responsible way forward?
Sean Aylmer speaks with Stefan Leitl, VP and General Manager, Cisco ANZ, about why AI should be onboarded like a new employee, the importance of guardrails, and how businesses can build trust while unlocking productivity.
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what does it take to build a successful first nations business? and how do you balance commercial realities with a commitment to community?
in the second episode of extraordinary business stories, sean aylmer and michael thompson speak with two state winners of the 2026 telstra best of business awards: jebb hutchison from tvn on-country, victorian first nations award winner, and jason elsegood from cross cultural consultants, northern territory first nations award winner.
they discuss the importance of culture and community in business, the challenges of creating employment opportunities, why genuine engagement takes time, and how first nations businesses can help create lasting economic and social change.
extraordinary business stories is a special four-part fear & greed q+a series brought to you by telstra. meet this year's state winners at telstra.com.au/awards.
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qaQ+A: Extraordinary Business Stories - The power of First Nations entrepreneurship
What does it take to build a successful First Nations business? And how do you balance commercial realities with a commitment to community?
In the second episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Jebb Hutchison from TVN On-Country, Victorian First Nations Award Winner, and Jason Elsegood from Cross Cultural Consultants, Northern Territory First Nations Award Winner.
They discuss the importance of culture and community in business, the challenges of creating employment opportunities, why genuine engagement takes time, and how First Nations businesses can help create lasting economic and social change.
Extraordinary Business Stories is a special four-part Fear & Greed Q+A series brought to you by Telstra. Meet this year's State Winners at telstra.com.au/awards.
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australian businesses are taking longer to collect payments from customers, and they're responding by delaying payments to their own suppliers. the result? an additional $5.5 billion tied up in working capital across the companies surveyed in the latest mcgrathnicol working capital report.
sean aylmer speaks with jason ireland and sean wiles, partners at mcgrathnicol advisory, about australia's sharp deterioration in working capital performance, the sectors under the greatest pressure, and what businesses can do to free up cash.
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qaQ+A: Why Aussie businesses have $5.5 billion less cash to work with
Australian businesses are taking longer to collect payments from customers, and they're responding by delaying payments to their own suppliers. The result? An additional $5.5 billion tied up in working capital across the companies surveyed in the latest McGrathNicol Working Capital Report.
Sean Aylmer speaks with Jason Ireland and Sean Wiles, Partners at McGrathNicol Advisory, about Australia's sharp deterioration in working capital performance, the sectors under the greatest pressure, and what businesses can do to free up cash.
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many australians know they could benefit from financial advice, but never take the first step. whether it's the cost, uncertainty about where to start, or the belief that advice is only for wealthy people, there are plenty of barriers. and putting it off could have significant consequences.
sean aylmer speaks with jenneke mills, head of technical services at mlc expand, about when to seek financial advice, the mistakes people make, how to choose the right adviser, and why the benefits can extend well beyond money.
this interview is part of fear & greed's weekly series in partnership with mlc expand.
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qaQ+A: The real cost of putting off financial advice
Many Australians know they could benefit from financial advice, but never take the first step. Whether it's the cost, uncertainty about where to start, or the belief that advice is only for wealthy people, there are plenty of barriers. And putting it off could have significant consequences.
Sean Aylmer speaks with Jenneke Mills, Head of Technical Services at MLC Expand, about when to seek financial advice, the mistakes people make, how to choose the right adviser, and why the benefits can extend well beyond money.
This interview is part of Fear & Greed's weekly series in partnership with MLC Expand.
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australian business confidence has fallen to some of its lowest levels in decades, as higher interest rates, rising costs and economic uncertainty put pressure on businesses. but despite the challenges, some australian companies are continuing to invest, innovate and expand overseas.
sean aylmer speaks with andrew auerbach, nab group executive business & private banking, about what's separating successful businesses from those struggling, the growing pressure on cash flow, and why the latest nab business survey paints such a gloomy picture.
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qaQ+A: Why some Australian businesses are thriving despite the downturn
Australian business confidence has fallen to some of its lowest levels in decades, as higher interest rates, rising costs and economic uncertainty put pressure on businesses. But despite the challenges, some Australian companies are continuing to invest, innovate and expand overseas.
Sean Aylmer speaks with Andrew Auerbach, NAB Group Executive Business & Private Banking, about what's separating successful businesses from those struggling, the growing pressure on cash flow, and why the latest NAB business survey paints such a gloomy picture.
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what does it take to build a business that makes a real difference? and how do you balance a strong sense of purpose with the financial realities of keeping a business running?
in the first episode of extraordinary business stories, sean aylmer and michael thompson speak with two state winners of the 2026 telstra best of business awards: lindsay marchment from the man cave, victorian change award winner, and clare lilley from hobart exercise physiology, tasmanian change award winner.
they discuss the impact of their work, the challenges of funding and growth, how they measure success, and why building the right team and culture matters just as much as the bottom line.
extraordinary business stories is a special four-part fear & greed q+a series brought to you by telstra. meet this year's state winners at telstra.com.au/awards.
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qaQ+A: Extraordinary Business Stories - The business of making a difference
What does it take to build a business that makes a real difference? And how do you balance a strong sense of purpose with the financial realities of keeping a business running?
In the first episode of Extraordinary Business Stories, Sean Aylmer and Michael Thompson speak with two State Winners of the 2026 Telstra Best of Business Awards: Lindsay Marchment from The Man Cave, Victorian Change Award Winner, and Clare Lilley from Hobart Exercise Physiology, Tasmanian Change Award Winner.
They discuss the impact of their work, the challenges of funding and growth, how they measure success, and why building the right team and culture matters just as much as the bottom line.
Extraordinary Business Stories is a special four-part Fear & Greed Q+A series brought to you by Telstra. Meet this year's State Winners at telstra.com.au/awards.
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