cover of episode BTC205: Bitcoin Interest on FDIC Insured Cash Accounts w/ Alex Leishman (Bitcoin Podcast)

BTC205: Bitcoin Interest on FDIC Insured Cash Accounts w/ Alex Leishman (Bitcoin Podcast)

2024/10/23
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Alex Leishman discusses River's recent report on the 30% growth in business Bitcoin adoption, detailing trends in cross-border payments, treasury management, and the unique ways businesses are integrating Bitcoin. He also touches on River's major new service, the importance of proof of reserves, and shares insights on how companies can navigate volatility in the crypto space.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:

00:00 - Intro

01:46 - Why Bitcoin adoption among businesses grew by 30% in just one year

12:37 - How private companies are outpacing public firms in Bitcoin holdings

14:53 - The future growth trajectory of business Bitcoin holdings through 2026

15:54 - Three key areas where Bitcoin adds value for businesses beyond treasury management

27:34 - River’s new service offering interest on FDIC-insured cash deposits

30:05 - What big banks may misunderstand in the coming Bitcoin bull cycle

32:12 - How Alex Leishman stays balanced and his personal hobbies outside of work

34:26 - Top advice for newcomers to the cryptocurrency space

35:55 - Strategies for managing the volatility of Bitcoin

Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences.

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