061 - Bitcoin: More Than Money, It’s a Movement – A Conversation with Marty Bent

17/06/2025 1h 23min Temporada 2 Episodio 61
061 - Bitcoin: More Than Money, It’s a Movement – A Conversation with Marty Bent

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In this conversation, Marty Bent shares his journey into the Bitcoin ecosystem, discussing his early experiences during the 2008 financial crisis and how they shaped his views on finance and technology. He emphasizes the importance of community building within the Bitcoin space and the evolution of media towards independent creators. Marty also introduces his new app, designed to educate users on opportunity cost in relation to Bitcoin, and discusses the significance of Bitcoin treasuries for startups and venture capital strategies. The speakers discuss the evolving landscape of Bitcoin companies, focusing on the importance of smart capital deployment, innovative exit strategies for founders, and the role of public markets in facilitating growth. They explore the financialization of Bitcoin and its integration into credit markets, highlighting global opportunities for innovation, particularly in emerging economies. The discussion emphasizes the collaborative nature of the Bitcoin ecosystem and the synergies that arise from building on an open-source network, ultimately showcasing the potential for significant advancements in the industry.⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⚡  Get personalized onboarding at River for Bitcoin-only financial services: https://partner.river.com/buildwithbitcoin⏤ ⏤ ⏤ Chapters00:00 Introduction02:23 Marty's Journey into Bitcoin11:03 Building Community in the Bitcoin Space19:32 The Evolution of Media and Bitcoin28:10 The Future of Independent Media32:47 Launching the Opportunity Cost App36:22 Bitcoin Treasury Strategies in Venture Capital41:37 The Evolving Landscape of Bitcoin Companies45:08 Innovative Exit Strategies for Founders47:34 The Role of Public Markets in Bitcoin Growth50:02 Financialization of Bitcoin and Credit Markets59:14 Global Opportunities in Bitcoin Innovation01:05:34 Building on Bitcoin: The Future of Business01:11:55 Collaboration and Synergies in the Bitcoin EcosystemReferenceshttps://www.tftc.io/https://ten31.vc/https://x.com/OppCostApphttps://x.com/MartyBenthttps://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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