The Banks Are Coming: Why Building Custodial Trust is Imperative

Final SettlementConnect with OnrampConnect with Early RidersPresented collaboratively by Early Riders & Onramp Media...Final Settlement is a biweekly podcast that explores the breadth & depth of the bitcoin thesis—its underlying mechanics, ongoing development, real-world applications, & emergent role as sound capital.We’ll cover current events, macro trends, investment insights, as well as our latest research on bitcoin and adjacent industries; and spotlight guests—builders, business owners, investors—to discuss their learnings from operating (or investing) with bitcoin as their hurdle rate.Hosted by Brian Cubellis (CSO at Onramp & Partner at Early Riders), Michael Tanguma (CEO at Onramp & Partner at Early Riders), & Liam Nelson (Partner at Early Riders), Final Settlement goes beyond the conventional view of bitcoin as mere “digital gold” and explores how this groundbreaking technology can benefit society by rearchitecting how value is transferred, verified, stored, and invested.00:00-Intro & Current Market Overview05:58-Stripe's Latest Acquisition & Its Implications08:54-The Administrative Push For Stablecoins14:46-SoftBank's Investment in Bitcoin Mining17:55-Mitch Kochman's Journey to Onramp20:44-Custody & Security in the Bitcoin Space37:10-The Importance of Strong Custodial Practices40:03-Multi-Institution Custody: A New Paradigm41:49-Banking's Role in Bitcoin Custody45:06-M&A Activity in the Banking Sector55:58-Navigating Volatility & Market Cycles01:05:22-The Future of Financial Products for Individuals01:16:29-Outro & DisclaimerPlease subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.