In this episode of the podcast, Jack Mallers, CEO of Strike and co-founder/CEO of 21 Capital, discusses his journey into Bitcoin, influenced by his family's background in traditional finance and his early exposure to key figures like Andreas Antonopoulos. Mallers critiques the current US monetary policy, advocating for Bitcoin as a solution to currency debasement and a return to a neutral reserve asset. He also touches on the role of tariffs and capital controls in addressing trade imbalances with countries like China. Shifting to the banking sector, Mallers welcomes traditional financial institutions' growing interest in Bitcoin, emphasizing the need for innovation and competition. He details Strike's lending product, which allows borrowing against Bitcoin holdings, and shares his personal lifestyle of living entirely on Bitcoin. Finally, Mallers updates on 21 Capital's progress, including their commitment to proof of reserves, and explains his authentic approach to leadership, contrasting it with traditional Wall Street culture.
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