Early release of Early Days for the ~builders territory (drops worldwide at noon tomorrow) had a fun conversation with Lynne and Israel to discuss what’s changing in Bitcoin startups and venture capital right now. We recorded this about 1 month ago.
Summary
In this episode, Car talks with Lynne and Israel, to unpack what’s changing in Bitcoin startups and venture capital right now. They share their backgrounds, compare entrepreneurial ecosystems across Austin, San Francisco, Mexico, and Miami, and dig into why Bitcoin is creating outsized opportunities, especially across Latin America. Along the way, they explore new Bitcoin-native funding mechanisms, why strong advisory support matters for early founders, and what the next wave could look like at the intersection of AI and Bitcoin. A must-listen for Bitcoin founders.
Chapters:
03:45 Transitioning from TradFi to Bitcoin
06:22 Insights from the Build with Bitcoin Journey
09:25 Bitcoin Venture Capital
12:36 Innovative Funding Mechanisms for Bitcoin Startups
15:27 Advisory Services in the Bitcoin Space
20:33 Exploring Startup Profitability in the Bitcoin Ecosystem
24:41 The Future of Bitcoin Startups and Market Trends
31:57 The Potential of Bitcoin in Latin America
39:58 The Rise of Bitcoin in Mexico
42:53 Latin America's Unique Position in Bitcoin Adoption
45:47 Youth Understanding of Bitcoin in Latin America
49:00 The Startup Ecosystem in ATX, SF, MIA, CDMX
53:05 Investment Opportunities in Bitcoin
55:53 The Future of Bitcoin Infrastructure
57:54 Innovations in AI and Bitcoin
01:02:49 Closing Thoughts on Myths about Bitcoin
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