BTC177: The Future of Bitcoin Borrowing and Lending w/ Max Kei (Bitcoin Podcast)

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Stig Brodersen

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🗓️ 10 April 2024

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Summary

In this episode, Max Kei from Hodl Hodl and Debifi, explores the future of Bitcoin lending and borrowing. From industry insights to Debifi's innovative approach, discover the benefits of Bitcoin collateral, multisig security, and fiat loan expansion. Gain valuable perspectives on navigating risks and seizing opportunities in decentralized finance. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 01:48 - Insights into the evolution of Bitcoin borrowing and lending platforms. 01:48 - Understanding the importance of peer-to-peer fully collateralized lending in the cryptocurrency space. 13:56 - Exploration of the risks and benefits associated with borrowing and lending using Bitcoin as collateral. 28:18 - Overview of Debifi's approach to decentralized lending and its unique features. 31:05 - Explanation of the concept of "super collateral" and its significance in Bitcoin lending practices. 31:05 - Understanding how multisig solutions enhance security in Bitcoin lending and borrowing. 55:02 - Preview of the expansion of fiat loans on Debifi and its implications for users. 59:25 - Insights into the potential benefits for users when utilizing a decentralized lending model. Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Max's Twitter Account. Link to Debifi. Link to Hodl Hodl. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok. Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: River Toyota TurboTax Fidelity Monarch Money Meyka Simon & Schuster CI Financial Vacasa Long Angle Fundrise iFlex Stretch Studios American Express Shopify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

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0:00.0	You're listening to TIP.
0:02.0	Hey everyone, welcome to this Wednesday's release of the Bitcoin Fundamentals Podcast.
0:07.0	This episode is brought to you by River, the place that I personally go to securely invest in Bitcoin with confidence and with zero fees.
0:14.8	On today's show I have a very thoughtful guest Mr Max Kai.
0:18.9	With all the financialization of Bitcoin ETFs happening and what's expected to occur in the coming years,
0:25.0	there are many people concerned about the re-hypotication of collateral and the commingling of funds,
0:30.0	and in general the games of fractional reserve antics that plagued traditional markets
0:35.0	getting ready to happen all on top of Bitcoin.
0:37.6	Well today's guest is a veteran in managing these risks for many years and he's somebody
0:42.4	that I followed very closely because he continues
0:45.4	to provide such services of borrowing and lending without ever being impacted by counterparty
0:50.4	risk and then nefarious actors of all these previous cycles where many of them had blown up.
0:56.3	As you'll see in the interview, there's a reason why he's managed this risk appropriately and
1:00.8	his message to traditional banks and financial institutions is vital to here right now.
1:06.0	So without further delay, here's my chat with Mr Max Kai.
1:10.0	Celebrating 10 years,
1:15.0	you are listening to Bitcoin Fundamentals
1:18.0	by the Investors Podcast Network.
1:20.0	Now for your host, Preston Pish.
1:23.0	Hey everyone. Welcome to the show. I am here with Max
1:35.0	Kai. It has been, when did we record last Max? Is it been four years or
1:40.2	three years or something like that? It's been a while. Three years and four years. Yeah, it's been a while.
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