In this episode, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz discuss highlights from recent episodes and the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas. They discuss the innovative Tando app in Africa, custody solutions from Onramp, and the entrepreneurial lessons shared by Joe Kelly from Unchained. Finally, they reflect on the conference's significance in showcasing Bitcoin's growth and mainstream acceptance, and conclude with insights into Tether's future innovations.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Build with Bitcoin Highlights
03:59 Exploring Tando: Bitcoin Adoption in Africa
07:09 Michael Tanguma and Onramp
09:57 Joe Kelly from Unchained
16:24 Reflections on the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas

References
https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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In this conversation, Santos Hernandez discusses the upcoming Bitcoin for AI 2025 conference, exploring the intersection of Bitcoin and AI technologies. He shares his background in financial services and technology, emphasizing the potential of Bitcoin as a payment technology and its convergence with AI. The discussion covers the conference format, speaker lineup, and the importance of community engagement in driving innovation in these fields.

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https://www.bitcoinfor.ai/

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Bitcoin for AI Conference
03:46 Santos Hernandez: Background and Journey
07:08 Bitcoin as a Payment Technology
10:02 AI and Bitcoin: Convergence of Technologies
12:57 Conference Format and Themes
15:48 Speaker Lineup and Topics
19:03 Ticketing and Registration Details
21:54 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement

References
https://x.com/bitcoinforai

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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In this episode, Tando co-founders Sabina and Jason share their journey into the Bitcoin space and its growing role in Africa, focusing on Kenya. They explain how Tando, a Bitcoin payment app, tackles challenges in accessing and using Bitcoin by integrating it with mobile money platforms like M-Pesa.

The discussion highlights the importance of financial education and Bitcoin as a store of value, as well as Tando’s growth, including user adoption, marketing, team dynamics, and funding. Community engagement and circular economies are also explored, along with the supportive ecosystem for Bitcoin entrepreneurs in Africa and advice for newcomers. Discover how Tando is driving financial inclusion and shaping the future of Bitcoin in Africa!

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tando and Its Founders
05:35 Bitcoin's Role in Africa and Kenya
12:27 Understanding Tando's Functionality and Impact
18:52 User Experience and Features of Tando
24:28 The Future of Bitcoin in Kenya and Africa
30:50 Team Growth and Marketing Strategies
33:45 User Experience and Education
34:26 Funding and Product Development
36:43 Circular Economies and Future Plans
41:02 The Bitcoin Community in Africa
48:44 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
51:12 Living Beyond Existence with Bitcoin

References
https://x.com/tando_me
https://tando.me/

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https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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In this episode, Joe Kelly, co-founder of Unchained, shares his journey into the Bitcoin space, discussing the founding of Unchained and its focus on providing financial services for Bitcoin holders. He highlights the importance of customer engagement, education, and company culture in building a successful business.

Joe also reflects on the challenges of fundraising and the company's commitment to community engagement and philanthropy. As Unchained continues to expand its services, Joe emphasizes the significance of focusing solely on Bitcoin and the future roadmap for the company.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Joe Kelly and Unchained
06:14 Joe's Journey to Bitcoin and Entrepreneurship
11:10 Founding Unchained: Identifying Market Needs
16:24 Unchained's Services and Clientele
21:34 Customer Engagement and Education Strategies
26:19 Company Culture and Values at Unchained
35:13 Celebrating Ownership and Team Dynamics
39:20 Navigating the Fundraising Journey
47:15 Staying True to Bitcoin
51:12 Innovations in Financial Services
55:40 Community Commitment and Philanthropy
01:01:56 Life Lessons and Entrepreneurial Wisdom

References
https://x.com/josephkelly
https://www.unchained.com/

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https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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In this episode, Michael Tanguma, founder and CEO of Onramp and Early Riders, discusses the evolution of Bitcoin as a financial asset, the challenges of custody solutions, and the innovative approaches his companies are taking to address these issues.

He shares his personal journey into the Bitcoin space, the importance of multi-institutional custody, and how Onramp is positioning itself to meet the needs of both individual and institutional investors. The conversation also touches on the future of Bitcoin as a unit of account and the changing landscape of venture capital in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Michael Tanguma and His Journey
04:11 Transitioning from Tech to Bitcoin
06:54 The Challenges of Bitcoin Custody
10:00 Onramp: Building a Multi-Institutional Custody Solution
13:02 The Evolution of Onramp's Services
16:07 Understanding Collaborative Custody
20:21 The Future of Bitcoin Custody and Onramp's Role
23:00 Expanding Product Offerings
33:20 Transitioning to Early Bitcoin Ventures
40:40 The Role of Bitcoin in Business Models
54:20 The Future of Bitcoin and Venture Capital

References
https://x.com/MTanguma
https://www.onrampbitcoin.com/
https://www.earlyriders.com/

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In this episode, the hosts discuss highlights from five recent podcast recordings featuring three startups and two venture capital firms. They explore the innovative use of Bitcoin treasury strategies by companies like Forager, the potential of Bitcoin lending through Debifi, and the mission of DitoBanx to serve the underbanked in Latin America. Additionally, they delve into the investment philosophies of Epoch and Fulgur Ventures, emphasizing the growing importance of Bitcoin in the financial landscape.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:31 The Impact of Bitcoin Treasury Strategies, Forager
06:40 Innovations in Bitcoin Lending with Debifi
12:46 Empowering the Underbanked: The Story of DitoBanx
21:15 Venture Capital Insights: Epoch's Approach
26:59 Exploring Opportunities with Fulgur Ventures

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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In this episode, co-hosts Lynne and Israel interview Carlos and Ali, co-founders of Forager, a post-production company on a Bitcoin standard. They discuss their Bitcoin journey, the creative industry's economic challenges, their Bitcoin treasury strategy, industry response, and marketing Bitcoin creatively. Ali and Carlos also share their future plans for integrating Bitcoin into their business and offer advice for entrepreneurs and newcomers to Bitcoin.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Forager
06:44 The Journey to Bitcoin: Personal Experiences
13:55 Economic Challenges in the Creative Industry
17:28 Forager's Bitcoin Strategy and Announcement
22:48 Industry Response and Community Engagement
31:52 Creative Communication and Marketing Bitcoin
39:52 Future Plans for Forager and Bitcoin Integration
45:30 Advice for Entrepreneurs and Bitcoin Newcomers

References
x: @forager_tv @cmfe2510 @AliWebb07
IG: @forager.tv @carlosfloresfilms @aliwebb_forager
linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/forager-collective

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In this conversation, Guillermo Contreras, CEO of DitoBanx, discusses the integration of Bitcoin into traditional fintech in Latin America, particularly focusing on the unbanked population in countries like El Salvador.

He explains DitoBanx's mission to provide financial services to the underbanked, the importance of regulation, and the innovative services they offer, including tokenization and remittances. The discussion also covers the competitive landscape, fundraising challenges, and future expansion plans in the region.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
04:09 The Growth of the Tech Ecosystem in El Salvador
07:22 DitoBanx: Services and Vision for the Unbanked
10:10 Financial Dynamics and Market Potential in Latin America
13:02 User Behavior and Bitcoin as a Savings Technology
17:29 Tokenization Services and Global Liquidity
20:18 Regulatory Landscape and Its Importance
23:31 White Label Solutions and Partnerships
26:15 Future Expansion Plans and Market Strategy
29:33 Navigating Competition and Regulatory Changes
32:13 Fundraising Challenges and Investor Relations
35:30 Closing Thoughts and Future Events

References
https://ditobanx.com/
https://x.com/ditobanx

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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