In this episode, Zak Mir of Share Talk sits down with Nick Cowan, CEO of Valereum Plc, to explore the company’s recent milestones, including the acquisition of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange (GSX) and the formation of a new entity. The discussion centers on how these developments contribute to value creation for stakeholders and the strategic roadmap ahead.
Emphasizing the indispensable role of technology in financial infrastructure, the conversation zooms in on the burgeoning domain of tokenization. Nick highlights Valereum’s transition to Valereum Technology, accentuating its focus on post-trade digital asset solutions and infrastructure models. Notably, their aspiration to offer regulated technology for digital asset issuance, trading, and settlement emerges as a pivotal force shaping the future landscape of financial markets.
The dialogue also touches upon the establishment of Valerian Markets, dedicated to digital asset markets, and the upcoming venture, Valerian Capital, signaling a holistic approach to reshaping the digital asset ecosystem.
Exploring the potential of tokenization in revolutionizing the financial industry, the discussion underscores current inefficiencies in securities settlement processes. The transformative power of tokenization is underscored, alongside Valereum Plc’s commitment to spearheading this evolution through cutting-edge marketplaces driven by advanced technology.
This insightful interview offers a comprehensive exploration of the future of financial markets, illuminating Valereum Plc’s strategic direction and its pivotal role in driving innovation in digital asset solutions, tokenization, and technology-driven value creation for stakeholders.
- 00:00: Introduction to Zack and Nick Cowan, CEO of Valereum Plc
- 01:20: Discussion of Valereum Plc’s history and recent acquisition of the Gibraltar Stock Exchange (GSX)
- 03:45: Formation of a new entity and focus on creating value for stakeholders
- 05:10: Emphasis on GSX’s role in technology, particularly in financial markets infrastructure and tokenization
- 07:30: Transition to Valereum Technology and focus on post-trade digital asset solutions and infrastructure models
- 09:15: Aim to offer regulated technology for issuing, trading, and settling digital assets, including securities
- 11:00: Operation of Valerian Markets, focusing on digital asset markets
- 12:30: Aim to build an investment business, Valerian Capital
- 14:00: Discussion on the potential impact of tokenization on the financial industry
- 16:20: Emphasis on the inefficiency of current securities settlement processes and the potential for revolutionizing markets
- 18:00: Commitment to being at the forefront of this evolution and developing marketplaces using their technology