Build With Bitcoin
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About the Co-Hosts:
Lynne - A Bitcoiner since 2013, Lynne is an entrepreneur and investor, co-founding MITA Ventures in 2012 after transitioning from Wall Street and traditional finance at Merrill Lynch. She's an active mentor at Google for Startups in Mexico/LatAm.
Israel - An entrepreneur in the Bitcoin space since 2014, co-founded a company for remittances. Curious-minded and analytical, has held different roles within Venture and Finance. He actively supports technology ventures in the LatAm region.
DISCLAIMER: Build With Bitcoin podcast is for educational purposes only and does not give financial advice.
Build With Bitcoin
086 - Building Aureo: Founder and Investor Perspectives on Latin America's Bitcoin Market
Join hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz as they sit down with Michael Tanguma from Early Riders and Gustavo Flores from Aureo to explore Bitcoin financial services in Latin America.
Gustavo shares his journey from Swapido to building Aureo's multi-institutional custody solutions. The conversation covers the critical challenges facing Bitcoin entrepreneurs in the region—navigating market volatility, managing startup treasuries, and understanding Latin America's complex regulatory landscape.
Michael and Gustavo offer practical insights on why founder expertise matters in investments, how to build trust in Bitcoin-only markets, and the emerging opportunities that make LATAM a unique frontier for Bitcoin adoption. They also discuss their vision for innovative financial services and the crucial role of education in fostering sustainable Bitcoin growth.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
09:13 The Evolution of Swapido to Aureo
13:55 Investment Insights and the Role of Multi-Institutional Custody
21:34 The Importance of Founders in Investment Decisions
26:40 Navigating Bitcoin's Volatility in Deal Structures
33:06 Treasury Management Strategies for Bitcoin Startups
40:45 Market Opportunities in Latin America
47:02 Navigating Regulatory Landscapes in Latin America
53:47 Building Trust and Financial Services in Bitcoin
01:00:34 Future Offerings and Personal Inspirations
References
https://onrampbitcoin.com/
https://www.earlyriders.com/
https://www.aureobitcoin.com/
https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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❗ DISCLAIMER: This show is for entertainment purposes only. Before making any decisions consult a professional.