Building a Global Bitcoin Bridge: From Montreal to Mexico City ft. Gustavo | All In Bitcoin - EP4

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Gustavo, a true Bitcoin veteran from the class of 2015, as we explore his journey from running a Canadian exchange to revolutionizing cross-border payments in Latin America!

In this episode, we dive into:

• The wild west days of Bitcoin in Canada (Western Union days! 😅)
• Why he's skeptical about Bitcoin liquid staking
• How to break into the Bitcoin community in 2024
• Building Swapido: Lightning-fast bank transfers across borders
• Plus: The next big thing in Bitcoin - Covenants! 🔥

Key timestamps:00:00:55 - Going all-in on Bitcoin since 201500:01:31 - Bitcoin ecosystem in Canada circa 201500:03:57 - Evolution of Bitcoin education & products00:05:35 - Hardware wallet recommendations00:06:44 - Skepticism about Bitcoin liquid staking00:09:04 - How to join the Bitcoin community00:12:32 - Deep dive into Bitcoin Covenants00:15:53 - Introduction to Swapido platform00:20:04 - Navigating crypto regulations globally00:23:37 - The Bull Bitcoin acquisition story00:25:27 - Must-follow Bitcoin personalities00:27:45 - Looking beyond ETFs & price action

Whether you're a seasoned Bitcoiner or just getting started, Gustavo shares invaluable insights about community building, technical developments, and the future of Bitcoin adoption in Latin America.