Nikolay Storonsky

Nikolay Storonsky, CEO and Co-founder of Revolut, dives into his journey of building a $33B fintech empire. He reveals why ignoring traditional banking norms propelled Revolut’s success. Nik discusses his decision to stop relying on VCs even after raising $2 billion and how the company navigated the complexities of regulatory frameworks. He emphasizes that systems can be hacked and endurance is key, outlining lessons learned from early challenges and the importance of culture and metrics in driving efficiency within a fast-paced startup environment.