051 - Max Keidun, Debifi: Bitcoin Backed Lending

051 - Max Keidun, Debifi: Bitcoin Backed Lending

Author: Lynne Bairstow, Israel Munoz April 15, 2025 Duration: 48:20

In this episode of Build with Bitcoin, hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz speak with Max Keidun, CEO of Debifi, about Bitcoin-backed lending. Max discusses his transition from traditional banking to Bitcoin, Debifi's non-custodial model, and peer-to-peer transactions.

The episode covers institutional interest in Bitcoin lending, collaborative custody, Debifi's global services, user experience, dispute resolution, and future growth in the evolving financial landscape.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Max and His Journey
03:57 The Importance of Peer-to-Peer Transactions
06:48 Debifi: Bridging Traditional Finance and Bitcoin Lending
09:54 Understanding the Liquidity Side of Bitcoin Lending
13:08 Collaborative Custody and Dispute Resolution
17:04 User Experience and Future Roadmap
19:54 The Role of Investors and Fundraising Strategies
23:06 The Future of Bitcoin Lending and Institutional Adoption
31:00 Fundraising Approach
35:00 Managing Company Resources
39:51 White Labeling the Technology

References
https://debifi.com/
https://x.com/keidunm

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At its core, Build With Bitcoin is a conversation about what happens when a foundational technology meets human ambition. Co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Munoz steer these discussions, moving beyond the daily price chatter to explore the tangible projects, businesses, and investment philosophies emerging from the Bitcoin ecosystem. Their guests-a mix of builders, entrepreneurs, and forward-thinking investors-share firsthand accounts of what it means to create value with this technology as a base layer. You’ll hear practical insights on navigating the intersection of technology and business, the challenges of launching ventures in this space, and the long-term strategic thinking that guides serious investment. This isn't just theory; it's a front-row seat to the practical application of a digital platform reshaping industries. The dialogue naturally spans the worlds of business, entrepreneurship, and investing, all through the lens of a technology that is constantly evolving. For anyone curious about the real-world utility being constructed right now, this podcast offers a grounded, insightful perspective from the people who are actively laying the bricks.
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