Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse
May 20, 2019
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple and former leader at major tech firms like Yahoo and AOL, dives into the transformative potential of blockchain for financial institutions. He discusses bridging the gap between traditional banks and cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for collaboration, not competition. Garlinghouse also reflects on the journey of crypto from skepticism to practical utility, the importance of regulatory dialogue, and how blockchain can revolutionize cross-border transactions. Additionally, he tackles the challenges facing both the unbanked and mainstream financial systems.
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Brad's Career Journey
- Brad Garlinghouse's career began in Silicon Valley in 1997 at At Home Network, the first company to roll out cable modems.
- He later worked at Dialpad (VoIP), Yahoo, Silver Lake Partners, AOL, and Hytale (cloud storage) before joining Ripple.
Peanut Butter Manifesto
- At Yahoo, Garlinghouse wrote the "peanut butter manifesto," criticizing the company's dispersed resources.
- He argued that Yahoo needed to prioritize and focus its investments for better innovation.
Joining Ripple
- Garlinghouse was introduced to Ripple while driving for Uber, exploring the sharing economy.
- Intrigued by co-founder Chris Larsen's vision of an "Internet of value," he joined Ripple despite initial skepticism.