The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch 20VC: Are the SEC Overreaching with its Approach to Crypto? Should Gensler Step Down? How do US Elections Impact Crypto Markets? How Did SBF and FTX Impact Crypto Long Term and more with Dave Ripley, CEO @ Kraken
Jan 26, 2024
Dave Ripley, CEO of Kraken and co-founder of Glidera, dives deep into the challenges of cryptocurrency regulation. He argues that the SEC's current strategy is flawed and raises questions about Gary Gensler's leadership. Ripley discusses the real applications for crypto beyond value storage and critiques the current handling of global payments. He also explores how upcoming US elections might affect crypto markets and shares insights from his own journey in the crypto space, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership during transitions.
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First Crypto Encounter
- Dave Ripley's first crypto experience was over 10 years ago while working at Boston Consulting Group.
- He was looking to return to the tech industry and potentially found a company, which led him to his co-founder and Bitcoin.
Glidera's Acquisition
- Dave Ripley founded Glidera in 2013, providing tools for Bitcoin wallets to integrate buying and selling.
- Kraken was one of their partners, which eventually led to an acquisition in 2016.
CEO Transition
- Dave Ripley's transition to CEO was planned for over a year, but still presented some challenges.
- Filling his previous COO role was an immediate hurdle, compounded by the market environment during the FTX collapse.
