This Week in Fintech's Podcast š§The Fintech OG Series: David Marcus and Daniel Kimerling
Jun 11, 2025
Join David Marcus, CEO of Lightspark and former head of Libra at Facebook, alongside Dan Kimerling, founding partner at Deciens Capital, as they dive into the ever-evolving world of fintech. They discuss the rise and regulatory challenges of stablecoins, envisioning Bitcoin as the future's foundational currency. The conversation also touches on the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship, the significance of support systems, and the ever-growing role of AI in shaping the industry. Perfect for anyone intrigued by the future of finance!
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Stablecoins Aid Weak Institutions
- Daniel Kimerling highlights the crisis of institutional legitimacy globally.
- He sees stablecoins as most impactful in regions with weak institutions, helping financial inclusion without undermining stronger institutions.
Bitcoin as Neutral Money Rail
- David Marcus believes interoperating domestic real-time payment systems is the core global money movement challenge.
- He argues Bitcoin provides a neutral, decentralized settlement layer superior to centralized stablecoins for global interoperability.
Standard Treasury Sale Mixed Emotions
- Daniel Kimerling shared selling Standard Treasury was both a career high and low for him.
- It was lucrative but emotionally unsatisfying as the mission of open banking was only partially fulfilled.
