Matt Luongo

In this conversation with Matt Luongo, the founder of Thesis and CEO of Mezzo, listeners dive into innovative strategies for leveraging Bitcoin. He reveals how to generate yield while retaining ownership of Bitcoin and discusses its evolution from a payment method to an investment tool. Matt also highlights emerging trends in Bitcoin-backed lending, detailing a successful platform that has issued $4.5 million in loans. The podcast emphasizes the importance of navigating DeFi and provides insights on Bitcoin’s future in financial markets.

Matt Luongo, Co-founder of Fold and a Bitcoin venture studio, dives into the complex world of wrapped Bitcoin. He explains what it means to wrap Bitcoin and the trust assumptions involved. The discussion addresses the differences among various wrapped Bitcoin products and the potential risks of using them. They also explore the significance of proof of reserves, the implications for corporate treasuries, and the future of Bitcoin's scaling. Luongo emphasizes the importance of understanding safety and functionality in this evolving ecosystem.

Matt Luongo, CEO of Thesis, dives into tBTC, a groundbreaking Bitcoin-Ethereum bridge. He shares his vision for this censorship-resistant platform and its unique features, including high collateralization and limited staking assets. The conversation explores the risks and intricacies of the DeFi landscape, how tBTC can buffer against ETH crashes, and the contrasting cultures of Bitcoin and Ethereum communities. Luongo also hints at the exciting possibilities of tBTC 2.0, shaping the future of decentralized finance.