Listen "040 - Stephen Cole: Angel Investing and Orqestra"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Stephen Cole, a startup investor and co-founder of Orqestra, shares his journey from the early days of the internet to his current focus on Bitcoin and its potential as a savings technology. The discussion covers the parallels between Bitcoin and internet protocols, the unique value proposition of Bitcoin, and its implications for angel investing and startup growth. Stephen shares insights on how Orqestra aims to facilitate Bitcoin adoption for small and medium businesses, emphasizing the importance of user-friendly solutions. The episode concludes with advice for entrepreneurs looking to enter the Bitcoin space and the transformative potential of Bitcoin for society.⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤Get more personalized onboarding with our partner River for Bitcoin-only financial services:💰 https://partner.river.com/buildwithbitcoinChapters00:00 Introduction to Stephen Cole and His Journey06:36 Comparing Bitcoin to Early Internet Protocols09:26 Understanding Bitcoin's Unique Value Proposition12:41 The Importance of Decentralization in Bitcoin15:27 Bitcoin as a Personal Savings Technology18:20 Bitcoin as a Hurdle Rate35:07 Bitcoin's Role in Startup Growth39:24 The Impact of Bitcoin on Venture Capital42:45 Introducing Orqestra49:44 Adoption Trends Among Small Businesses58:46 Advice for Entrepreneurs in the Bitcoin SpaceReferences:https://orqestra.io/https://cole.gg/https://x.com/sthenchttps://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⏤❗ DISCLAIMER: This show is for entertainment purposes only. Before making any decisions consult a professional.
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