The Bitcoin Standard Podcast 245. Strike with Jack Mallers
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Oct 29, 2024 Jack Mallers, CEO of Strike and a pioneer in making Bitcoin user-friendly, dives into his innovative journey with the cryptocurrency. He discusses how Strike evolved from focusing on the lightning network to offering a comprehensive suite of financial services. Mallers explains Bitcoin's potential to improve global money transfers and contrasts its use across different markets. He also tackles the importance of financial stability, the societal value of Bitcoin, and practical strategies for everyday use, emphasizing the need for adaptability in today's economic landscape.
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Jack's Bitcoin Journey
- Jack Mallers credits Bitcoin and Saifedean Ammous for transforming his thinking on money and life.
- He started engaging with Bitcoin as a teenager, deeply influenced by Ammous's work.
Strike's Focus on Bitcoin Services
- Strike evolved into a global Bitcoin financial services platform focused on regulated, compliant services.
- It addresses a gap for trusted Bitcoin financial services beyond typical crypto exchanges and asset managers.
Bitcoin Use Varies by Region
- Strike serves global markets differently: wealth preservation dominates in the West, while payments and stablecoins are key in developing nations.
- User behavior varies by cash balances and currency stability in different regions.