The Fintech Blueprint

Lex chats with Sankaet Pathak, the founder and CEO of Synapse - the largest regulated banking-as-a-service platform that provides payment, card issuance, deposit, lending, compliance, credit and investment products as APIs to more than 18 million end users. In this episode, Sankaet delves into his journey that led him to fintech and the decision to build a robust financial infrastructure. Together, Lex and Sankaet explore the value of modular architecture in dissecting financial infrastructure and the role of middleware in distribution. Reflecting on the global demand for the US dollar in crypto markets, and assessing its implications. Sankaet shares key metrics for evaluating Synapse's scale and success and discusses revenue generation and cost alignment in the FinTech space. They analyze market dynamics, the impact of COVID, and navigating the regulatory landscape. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Synapse's Website: https://bit.ly/3DiUT6YSankaet's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3Da8jCx Topics: BaaS, API, Open Banking, payments, banking, Fintech, Embedded Finance Companies: Synapse, SynapseFi, Stripe, Square ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’21”: Journey into fintech: Understanding the founder's background, skills, and motivation for building a banking infrastructure company 5’45”: From consumer play to financial infrastructure: The decision to build a foundational layer in the fintech landscape 10’31”: Dissecting financial infrastructure: The value of modular architecture and the challenges of integrating traditional banking services 15’45”: Envisioning the role of middleware: Banks as distribution mechanisms through third-party applications 20’52”: Examining the global demand for the dollar in crypto markets: Reflecting on the US role and implications for crypto companies 25’55”: Evaluating Synapse's scale and success: Key metrics for progress and growth 28’02”: Balancing Synapse’s business economics: Revenue generation, cost alignment, and pricing strategies in the FinTech space 31’30”: Analyzing market dynamics: Impact of COVID, growing demand, competitive landscape, and future outlook in embedded finance 37’37”: Navigating the regulatory landscape: Addressing challenges and fostering stability in a transforming financial industry 41’39”: The channels used to connect with Sanket & learn more about Synapse Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex chats with Sandy Carter, COO at Unstoppable Domains - a company on a mission to create user-owned, digital identity for every person on the planet. Sandy opens up about her journey from big tech companies - IBM and Amazon, to the realm of Web3 and crypto. Together, Lex and Sandy discuss the challenges of navigating large tech companies and the innovative services offered by Unstoppable Domains. Sandy explains the concept of non-custodial data, the process of acquiring a blockchain identity, and the importance of digital truth in the age of AI. The conversation concludes with an exploration of metaverse economics, highlighting the underlying business activities in digital exchanges. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Unstoppable Domains' Website: https://bit.ly/3NHDzO7Sandy's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3O11p8P Topics: crypto, blockchain, web3, metaverse, identity, AI, deepfakes, generative AI Companies: Unstoppable Domains, IBM, Amazon, AWS, Ethereum, Venmo, Metamask, LinkedIn ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’31”: Exploring professional background: Key experiences and journey to Web3 and crypto 6’51”: Navigating large tech companies: Challenges and insights from senior roles in IBM and Amazon 12’17”: Discovering Web3 and journey to Unstoppable Domains: Understanding the product and service offering 19’28”: Unpacking non-custodial data and digital identity: How Unstoppable Domains facilitates access across multiple platforms 23’02”: Acquiring an Unstoppable Domain: Understanding the role of MetaMask, NFTs, and smart contracts in establishing a blockchain identity 31’12”: Confronting digital reality: The increasing importance of digital truth verification in an AI-driven world 36’17”: Balancing power: Navigating the intersection of AI giants and Web3's open source data authenticity mission 39’24”: Assessing metaverse economics: Unraveling the business sector and activity underlying digital exchanges and objects 44’53”: The channels used to connect with Sandy & learn more about Unstoppable Domains Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex chats with Jeff Dorman, CIO at Arca -  an asset management firm that creates and manages institutional grade products using crypto and blockchain technology. Together they discuss key aspects of crypto finance, starting with Jeff's transition into crypto from investment banking, and then delving into the impact of the Fed on financial markets and institutional investment on digital asset trends. Jeff shares insights on the role of digital assets in the context of Ray Dalio's civilizational expansion and debt cycle model and the current macroeconomic landscape. The conversation shifts to the realm of Web3 and DeFi, examining investment challenges amidst market fluctuations. Jeff and Lex further explore token design and regulatory constraints, with a focus on GMX, and discuss the potential of DAO treasuries in the context of activist investing.   MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Arca's Website: https://bit.ly/3pv7iBDJeff's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3psSOlJ Topics: macroeconomics, The Fed, Ray Dalio, Web3, DeFi, Tokenomics, Inflation, DAO, Finance, Markets Companies: Arca, FTX, Alameda, BNB, Binance, GMX, Aragon, NASDAQ ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’14”: Transition into crypto: Reflecting on previous experiences and discussing the draw to Arca 6’12”: Dominance of the Fed in financial markets: Exploring the obsession with monetary policy and its impact on fundamental analysis 10’35”: Examining correlations in the digital asset space: The impact of institutional investment on portfolio management and market trends 16’26”: Assessing the role of digital assets amidst civilizational expansion and debt cycle: A discussion on Ray Dalio's model and its implications for the current macroeconomic environment 20’35”: Seeking a macro perspective: An insight into the current economic state, predictions for the upcoming year, and the potential impact of inflation 26’23”: Unraveling Web3 and DeFi: Investigating unemployment rates, assessing the performance of Defi protocols, and the challenge of investing amidst fluctuating market conditions 35’26”: Exploring token design and regulatory constraints: An insight into GMX and the implications of value accrual mechanisms 39’11”: Activist investing in Decentralized Autonomous Organizations: Unleashing the potential of DAO treasuries 45’05”: Broadening stakeholder reach in the new financial system: The power of token governance in protocol development 47’44”: The channels used to connect with Jeff & learn more about Arca Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex chats with Sasha Orloff, CEO and Co-founder of Puzzle - “the first smart accounting software,” which combines a streaming financial data platform that’s connected to a general accounting ledger. Sasha starts the conversation detailing his journey from traditional banking to fintech entrepreneurship. Reflecting on the early days of fintech, contrasting the East and West Coast perspectives, and sharing his experiences from leading innovative fintech ventures like LendUp. The conversation dives into the future of fintech, discussing the transition into autonomous accounting, the rise and fall of Personal Financial Management (PFM) tools, and the integration of natural language processing into quantitative software. The duo also contemplates the nature of rules in language models, the dichotomy between deterministic and probabilistic models in AI, and the future of intelligent software. The episode concludes with Sasha sharing various channels to connect with him and learn more about Puzzle. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Puzzle's Website: https://bit.ly/3NKuO6YSasha's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3Pt3pHX Topics: Fintech, AI, artificial intelligence, machine learning, GenAI, Accounting, Software, LLM, embedded finance Companies: Puzzle, Puzzle Financial, Mission Lane, LendUp, ChatGPT, Brex, Stripe, Plaid ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’43”: The evolution from traditional banking to fintech entrepreneurship: Exploring personal journey and the early days of fintech 7’10”: The East vs West Coast perspective in fintech's infancy: Analyzing venture investments, startup culture, and the birth of innovative fintech ventures like LendUp 12’36”: Deciphering the keys to fintech success: The role of mobile distribution, underwriting capabilities, and capital flow in shaping lending ventures 18’23”: Transitioning into the realm of autonomous accounting: The genesis of Puzzle and its inevitable emergence in the fintech landscape 22’41”: Reflecting on the evolution of fintech: Assessing the impact of financial data accessibility, manufacturing financial products, and mistakes in early accounting software ventures 28’23”: The rise and fall of Personal Financial Management (PFM) tools: Evaluating consumer adoption, value proposition, and the role of autonomous accounting in fintech's future 34’47”: Exploring the integration of natural language processing into quantitative software: The role of language models in user experience and backend operations 39’04”: Deciphering the nature of rules in language models: Deterministic vs. Probabilistic approaches in accounting software 41’59”: Speculating the future of AI: A dichotomy between deterministic structures and probabilistic models in building intelligent software 46’10”: The channels used to connect with Sasha & learn more about Puzzle Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex interviews seasoned fintech expert Teana Baker-Taylor - Circle VP of Policy and Regulatory Strategy EMEA. Circle began as a peer-to-peer payments technology company that now manages stablecoin USDC, a cryptocurrency the value of which is pegged to the U.S. dollar. Teana discusses her journey from traditional finance to the frontier of blockchain and crypto exchanges. Together Lex and Teana explore the tangible economic impacts of banking and navigate the complex digital asset landscape, focusing on the unique role of USDC as a leading stablecoin. Additionally, they touch on the underlying mechanics of USDC and the intrinsic investment risks in the stablecoin space. Concluding by pondering the potential of stablecoins like USDC in the emerging metaverse, a new digital realm with endless possibilities. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Circle's Website: https://bit.ly/3CwWfL5Teana's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3Nw8yxF Topics: crypto, blockchain, tokenization, web3, defi, stablecoins, metaverse, AR/VR Companies: Circle, USDC, Eurocoin, Terra Luna, Metamask, Apple ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 2’38”: Tracing Teana’s professional journey: From traditional finance to innovative blockchain and crypto exchange operations 5’14”: Exploring the true purpose of banks: Bridging the gap between abstract finance and tangible economic activity 9’48”: Decoding the digital asset space: A deep dive into the function, philosophy and criticisms of crypto exchanges 15’58”: Unraveling USDC: Understanding its creation, uses, and its novel role as a cash equivalent and unit of account on a payment rail 20’10”: Differentiating stablecoins: Examining redemption processes, collateralization practices, and the existence of investment risk 21’11”: Exploring the underlying mechanics of USDC: The role of bank-held dollars in stablecoin operations 24’47”: Envisioning the role of money in the metaverse: The use cases and potential dominance of stablecoins in emerging digital spaces 28’11”: The channels used to connect with Teana & learn more about Circle and USDC Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex interviews Ashwin Kumar - Stripe's Head of Startups for Banking-as-a-Service. Stripe is a financial technology (FinTech) company based in San Francisco, CA, whose software allows individuals and businesses to make and receive payments online. In this episode, Lex and Ashwin explore Stripe's strategic positioning in the transformative world of fintech. From unraveling Stripe's core mission and approach, Ashwin and Lex provide an enlightening comparison with Amazon's strategy, shedding light on Stripe's unique ability to integrate across platforms for exponential reach. Additionally, Ashwin and Lex touch on the rich understanding of embedded finance and Banking-as-a-Service, key insights into the pivotal role of banking partnerships, and the evolving dynamics of fintech startups in the market landscape.   MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Stripe's Website: https://bit.ly/3NvD9LXAshwin's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3X1bNjW Topics: Payments, Banking-as-a-service, banking, fintech, embedded finance, BaaS Companies: Stripe, Chime, Karat, Ramp, Apple ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’18”: Understanding Stripe: Deciphering the core bet,  its mission, and defining the concept of a digital company 3’18”: Defining the landscape of fintech: The role of stripe in niche user group services, embedding financial services in SaaS companies, and the evolution towards becoming a financial services arm 6’43”: Exploring Stripe's unique position in the industry: The exponential reach through platform integrations, a comparative study with Amazon's strategy, and the unfolding of Stripe's architectural framework for third party utilization 12’14”: Distribution to the long tail and solving the last mile problem: Differentiating between embedded finance and Banking-as-a-Service, and understanding the relationship with underlying regulated financial entities 17’15”: Expanding the role of Banks in embedded finance: Regulatory perspectives, compliance work, and the impact of the shrinking U.S. banking sector 18’17”: Stripe's vision for Bank partnerships: Diversifying distribution and empowering financial institutions in the era of centralizing forces 21’04”: Observing the evolution of fintech: Changes in quality, screening, and focus of emerging tech companies seeking cutting-edge fintech solutions 22’08”: Strategies for fintech startups: Considering distribution, value addition and comprehensive business models for sustainable growth and success in the financial technology landscape Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex interviews Alisa Chinedu of Remita - a payment solution platform that helps individuals and businesses make and receive payments, pay bills, and manage their finances; making it key to supporting the Nigerian payments and fintech ecosystem.  discussing the company's role in enhancing the Nigerian fintech ecosystem. Alisa delves into Remita's functionality, strategic corporate partnerships, and its integral position in commerce and e-commerce. The discussion then proceeds to analyze Nigeria's banking system's dynamics and mobile banking's significance, focusing on Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD). The conversation touches on the economic implications of COVID-19, the transition to digital currency, and the intricacies of eNaira, Nigeria's Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). They discuss Remita's role in eNaira's adoption, the application of CBDC in social services, and the banking sector's perspective on CBDC. The interview concludes with a future-oriented exploration of eNaira's adoption, market penetration, and the multichannel approach to CBDC distribution. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Remita's Website: https://bit.ly/3OUWbMQAlisa's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/42n16t1 Topics: Payments, Paytech, CBDC, Digital Wallets, Fintech, Banking Companies: Remita, eNaira, SpeedWallet ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’29”: Remita: what it is, what it does, how it got started, and how it works with corporates 3’31”: Exploring Nigerian digital payment systems: A closer look at Remita and its role in commerce and E-commerce 6’26”: Understanding the dynamics of the banking system: An exploration of banking concentration, consumer banking situations, and the integration of digital wallets 9’03”: Exploring mobile wallets and smartphone access: Understanding digital funds transfers, population coverage, and the role of USSD in mobile banking 12’09”: Dissecting merchant codes and regulatory landscapes: Understanding the interface between feature phones, financial institutions, and mobile money providers amidst government regulation 16’32”: Deciphering Nigeria's economic landscape: Insights into inflation, impact of COVID-19, and the transition from cash to digital currency amidst economic fluctuation 21’06”: Delving into eNaira: Understanding CBDC adoption, wallet accessibility, transaction volume, and user experience amidst evolving digital currency landscape 24’39”: Remita's role in eNaira adoption: Understanding the integration process, contribution to design ideation, and the function of financial agents in product distribution 28’35”: CBDC and social services: Examining government utilization of digital currency for welfare distribution, transaction tracking, and understanding the underlying technical infrastructure 33’04”: Exploring bank relations with CBDC: Assessing retail and wholesale models, potential disintermediation concerns, and bank perspectives on eNaira adoption 35’21”: Envisioning the future of eNaira: Assessing current adoption, potential for market penetration, and the multichannel approach to CBDC distribution 39’52”: The channels used to connect with Alisa & learn more about Remita Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex chats with Eric Barbier, CEO of Triple-A. Triple-A operates as a crypto payment gateway that allows businesses to accept crypto payments. In this discussion, Eric and Lex discuss the origins and growth of Triple-A, detailing its evolution and journey through the complex world of cryptocurrency payments. Eric delves into the intricacies of building a successful crypto payments infrastructure, from risk management and liquidity to the significance of robust banking relationships and compliance frameworks. From charting his entrepreneurial path and reflecting on the roles of different players in creating value networks, to drawing comparisons between his past and current ventures, Eric concludes with strategies for connecting and learning more about TripleA's revolutionary role in broad-scale commerce. MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Triple-A's Website: https://bit.ly/3II37cdEric's LinkedIn profile: bit.ly/3MC59vl Topics: Fintech, payments, paytech, crypto, commerce, ecommerce Companies: Triple-A, TransferTo, Thunes, Bitcoin, Ethereum, Mpesa ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’14”: Triple-A: what it is, what it does, how it got started, and how it has evolved over time 4’23”: Unraveling the Crypto Payments Journey: Initial Asset Considerations, Building the Merchant Network, and Understanding the Evolution of Commerce 8’41”: Navigating the Crypto Commerce Landscape: Exploring Product Market Fit, Go-to-Market Strategies, and the Impact of Geographical and Market Volatility on Adoption 13’59”: The Blueprint of Crypto Payments: Exploring Infrastructure, Risk Management, and Liquidity in Digital Asset Transactions 18’16”: Mitigating Risks in Crypto Commerce: Unveiling the Importance of Banking Relationships, Enhanced Due Diligence, and Robust Compliance Frameworks in Last-Mile Settlements 22’16”: Exploring the Penetration of Crypto in Broad-Scale Commerce: Visualizing Expansion Strategies and Assessing Potential Limitations in Market Availability 24’28”: Tracing the Entrepreneurial Journey: Insights from Thunes and the Shift from Telecommunications to Value Transfer Networks 30’03”: The Confluence of Different Players in Creating Value Networks: Reflecting on the Roles of Telcos, Banks, Card Networks, and Tech Firms in Money Movement Evolution 32’25”: Leveraging Market Demands in the Evolution of Payment Systems: A Comparative Analysis of Thunes and TripleA's Approaches to Cross-Border Payments 34’51”: The channels used to connect with Eric & learn more about Triple-A Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex chats with Anish Acharya - a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz. Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is a venture capital firm in Silicon Valley, California, that backs bold entrepreneurs building the future through technology. Anish and Lex analyze the impact and adoption of disruptive platform shifts, before charting a journey through FinTech from innovative startups to high-profile acquisitions. Additionally, shedding light on Credit Karma's growth strategies and user behavior. Finishing off with a discussion of the future of FinTech, envisioning a landscape transformed by AI integration, Web 3.0 convergence, and innovative investment strategies that uncover non-traditional opportunities in financial services and consumer sectors MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION A16z's Website: https://bit.ly/3olOrIzAnish's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/438tqjt Topics: Fintech, web3, mobile, generative AI, AI, Artificial intelligence, social Companies: a16z, Andreessen Horowitz, Google, Social Deck, Snowball, Credit Karma, ChatGPT, Facebook, Google ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’54”: Anish’s foundational experiences with early stage startups & what pulled him towards entrepreneurship 7’05”: Reflecting on SocialDeck's beginnings: early hypotheses, insights from Facebook APIs and mobile behavior patterns, and the evolution of reality 12’22”: Analyzing modern platform Shifts: a deep dive into adoption rates and Disruptive Impact" 17’04”: Journey into FinTech: from mobile startups to Google and Credit Karma acquisitions - A founder's tale of innovation and acquisition Interests 20’14”: Insights from scaling Credit Karma: understanding consumer behavior and navigating the financial life of its users 25’08”: Walking the ethical tightrope in FinTech: balancing paternalistic products and dopamine-driven loops, lessons from Credit Karma and A16z 29’19”: The challenges of active and social-following copy investor platforms: examining the successes and shortcomings of companies like Covestor, Wealthfront, eToro, and M1 Finance 31’26”: Evolving the investment thesis at Andreessen Horowitz: reflections on a journey shaped by COVID, Web 3.0, NFTs, and the rise of generative AI 38’15”: The Future of FinTech: envisioning AI-integrated investment plugins and their potential role in Big Tech - insights from an Andreessen Horowitz GP 40’35”: The Convergence of AI and Web 3.0: exploring the future of privacy, digital ownership, and personalized AI agents in the evolving technological landscape 42’36”: Investing beyond the mainstream: uncovering under-the-radar opportunities in financial services and consumer sectors 44’39”: The channels used to connect with Anish & learn more about A16z Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.

Lex chats with Jacqueline Kennedy, Chief Operating Officer at Quicknode - a Web3 infrastructure platform, that helps developers and businesses build, launch, and scale blockchain-powered applications (dApps). In this episode, Jackie and Lex touch on understanding cloud infrastructure companies like DigitalOcean and AWS, understanding developer, client needs and commercial outcomes across different lines of the Web3 infrastructure business, and a deep dive into the confluence of computational and financial value in Web3. Finishing off on navigating the Multichain Future and evaluating dependencies, challenges, and future prospects of Web3 vs Big Tech.   MENTIONED IN THE CONVERSATION Quicknode's Website: https://bit.ly/3nYHbCrJackie's LinkedIn profile: https://bit.ly/3MjHCRa Topics: Web3, infrastructure, big tech, NFT, blockchain, API, development, DApps Companies: Quicknode, Blockdaemon, AWS, DigitalOcean ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT 🔥Subscribe to the Fintech Blueprint newsletter to stay at the forefront of Fintech and DeFi: https://bit.ly/3hyhlC2 🤝 Partner with Fintech Blueprint through sponsorships: https://bit.ly/3UZllsV 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/LexSokolin  TIMESTAMPS 1’34”: From Law School to Crypto Entrepreneurship - The journey and early experiences explained 5’04”: Deciphering Risk - perspectives from legal profession and entrepreneurship 8’23”: Understanding Infrastructure Companies - Customer approach and principles at DigitalOcean and Amazon 14’20”: Introducing QuickNode - Functionality, use case, and the journey towards its creation 16’57”: Unveiling the Web3 Infrastructure User Base - Developer interests and market personas 21’32”: Diverse API Usage - Understanding client needs and commercial outcomes across different lines of business 26’08”: Decoding Economic Models for Web3 Infrastructure Companies - pricing, value generation, and potential business models 31’42”: The Intersection of Finance and Technology - A deep dive into the confluence of computational and financial value in Web3 34’11”: Navigating the Multichain Future - Understanding the dynamics and implications for Web3 from QuickNode's perspective 37’35”: Web3 and Big Tech - Evaluating dependencies, challenges, and future prospects in the intersection of the industries 40’38”: The channels used to connect with Jackie & learn more about Quicknode Disclaimer here — this newsletter does not provide investment advice and represents solely the views and opinions of FINTECH BLUEPRINT LTD.Contributors: Lex, Laurence, Matt, Farhad, Mike, DaniellaWant to discuss? Stop by our Discord and reach out here with questions.