Itamar Lesuisse

Mike Silagadze, founder of EtherFi and Top Hat, and Itamar Lesuisse, co-founder of Ready (formerly Argent), delve into the revolutionary world of crypto neobanks. They discuss how these self-custodial platforms redefine asset control, combining savings, spending, and investing. The guests explain the role of layer 2 networks in making crypto cards viable, the innovative approach to credit without credit scores, and the potential of on-chain FX markets, particularly in Africa, as a breakthrough for the crypto banking landscape.

Itamar Lesuisse, Founder and CEO of Ready, dives into the future of finance through self-custody and crypto neobanks. He explains how wallets are evolving into full-fledged banks that reward users while cutting out intermediaries. Itamar also discusses the rapid growth of institutional demand for cryptocurrency and the shift in user behavior from holding assets to spending them. With exciting plans for expanding services to include diverse currencies and investments, he shows how AI might reshape financial interactions, making them more accessible for everyone.

Itamar Lesuisse, co-founder of Argent, shares insights on making crypto accessible through their user-friendly wallet, likening its impact to Netscape’s role in web browsing. He discusses the current state of DeFi, noting its near parity with traditional finance, and expresses optimism for future mainstream adoption. The conversation addresses user empowerment in digital asset management, challenges in wallet technology, and innovations like non-custodial features aimed at increasing security and accessibility. Itamar also touches on the community-driven nature of crypto and its potential to revolutionize finance.