08 Jan 2026
1h 10m

E153: Kast Founder: Why Crypto Banking Will Be Bigger Than You Think

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When Shift Happens Podcast

Kast founder Rags Pathy discusses his vision for a global crypto neobank, emphasizing equality of opportunity regardless of geographic location. Pathy details his journey from Sri Lanka to Australia, highlighting the contrast between wealth and opportunity. He stresses the importance of understanding compound math for founders, advocating for squeezing out small gains in various business aspects to achieve significant long-term growth. Pathy shares lessons from a past startup failure, particularly regarding cash flow management, and explains why he calls himself the "stablecoin guy," noting the dominance of the U.S. dollar in the stablecoin market and its potential to unify global financial systems. He also touches on the balance between ego and humility needed for entrepreneurship.

Outlines

Part 1: Vision, Mindset, and Compounding

Part 2: Lessons from Failure and Financial Management

Part 3: Leadership, Humility, and Customer Engagement

Part 4: The Stablecoin Revolution

Part 5: Building the Global Crypto Bank

Part 6: Infrastructure and Competitive Strategy

Part 7: Marketing, Impact, and Future Outlook

Part 8: Motivation and Closing Reflections

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