031 - Swapido: Enabling Lightning Powered Bitcoin Swaps

Gustavo is the CEO and founder of Swapido, a platform to sell Bitcoin over the Lightning network and instantly send pesos to any bank account in Mexico. He is also a technical writer at Bitcoin Optech and has previously worked with Veriphi, Bull Bitcoin, and Wasabi Wallet.

The discussion covers the importance of user experience, future plans for the company, and the strategic importance of Mexico as a launchpad for expansion into Latin America. Gustavo shares insights on team dynamics, monetization strategies, and the importance of a Bitcoin treasury.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Gustavo Flores and Swapido
06:04 The Evolution of Bitcoin Adoption in Canada
08:49 Launching Swapido: A New Bitcoin Solution for Mexico
18:13 The Lightning Network: Revolutionizing Transactions
21:07 Future Plans and Development for Swapido
34:02 Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Mexico
44:04 Enhancing User Experience for Bitcoin Adoption
48:39 Monetization Strategies and Fundraising Plans
51:07 Adopting a Bitcoin Treasury Strategy
53:59 Privacy Technologies and the Future of Bitcoin

References:
https://www.swapido.com/
https://bitcoinops.org/

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/

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