Breaking Barriers in Digital Asset Trading: The Rise of Upstream

In this episode of 'Old Men, New Money,' hosts Phil Larmon and Douglas Borthwick introduce Mark Elenowitz and Brian Collins, co-founders of Horizon Fintechs and the innovative digital asset marketplace, Upstream. Mark and Brian discuss how Upstream democratizes access to investments by leveraging blockchain technology to offer real-time, global securities trading. They delve into Upstream's unique approach to eliminating traditional trading friction, their compliance with international regulations, and the technological sophistication behind their platform. The discussion also touches on future applications, including NFTs and global fan engagement, and their current fundraising efforts to fuel further growth.

00:00 Introduction to Old Men, New Money

00:13 Meet the Guests: Mark Elenowitz and Brian Collins

00:41 Mark Elenowitz: Background and Vision

02:33 Brian Collins: Technological Innovations

05:21 Challenges and Solutions in the US Market

07:29 Upstream's Unique Marketplace

15:18 Global Investor Access and Benefits

18:19 Business Development and Future Plans

25:25 Tokenization and Regulatory Compliance

26:45 Onboarding Process and Technology Integration

28:36 Market Accessibility and User Experience

32:28 Innovative Products and Market Expansion

34:49 Automated Market Makers and Blockchain Technology

36:36 NFTs and Future Applications

41:58 Fundraising and Future Growth

49:06 Conclusion and Contact Information

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