

A conversation with Patrick McKenzie
Mar 20, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Patrick McKenzie—a fintech writer and former Stripe employee—dives into topics like the evolution of payments and the societal impacts of generative AI-enabled fraud. He sheds light on the challenges of FDIC insurance and discusses public banking's role in improving financial access. McKenzie also explores the implications of quantum computing on bank security and the significance of his newsletter, Bits About Money, in making financial knowledge accessible and engaging.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating the Future of Payments
02:20 • 25min
Public Banking and Financial Access
27:12 • 9min
Navigating FDIC Insurance and Banking Challenges
36:30 • 14min
The Future of Encryption in the Age of Quantum Computing
50:07 • 4min
The Evolution and Impact of Financial Writing
53:55 • 5min