In this conversation, Gui Gomes, CEO of OranjeBTC, shares his journey from Brazil to the forefront of the Bitcoin ecosystem. He discusses the importance of education in driving Bitcoin adoption in Latin America, the unique position of OranjeBTC as a Bitcoin-only treasury company, and the strategies for engaging both institutional and individual investors. Gui emphasizes the need for transparency and innovation in the financial markets and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs in the Bitcoin space.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Gui Gomes and OranjeBTC

07:09 Gui's Journey: From Brazil to Bitcoin

12:55 Understanding Bitcoin's Role in Latin America

21:02 The Importance of Education in Bitcoin Adoption

31:10 OranjeBTC's Unique Position in the Market

32:33 Understanding Bitcoin and Investment Strategies 38:32 Institutional Opportunities in Bitcoin

43:52 Driving Adoption and Market Dynamics

47:17 Influences and Strategies in Bitcoin Investment

54:41 Innovations in Capital Markets and Financial Instruments

57:53 The Team Behind OranjeBTC and Future Outlook

References

https://www.oranjebtc.com

https://x.com/GuiAmadoGomes

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/

https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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In this conversation, Mark Suman, CEO of Maple AI, discusses the intersection of Bitcoin and AI, emphasizing the importance of privacy in the AI revolution. He shares his journey from working at Apple to founding Maple AI, a platform focused on providing private AI services. The discussion covers the ethical implications of data privacy, the advantages of open-source models, and the potential for integrating Bitcoin into AI payments.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Privacy and AI and Mark's Journey

07:07 The Intersection of Bitcoin and Privacy

10:01 Leaving Apple: The Call of Bitcoin

13:13 Maple AI: A New Approach to AI Privacy

15:51 Open Source AI vs Proprietary Models

22:12 The Dangers of Data Sharing in AI

24:58 The Future of AI and User Privacy

37:38 The Promise of Decentralized AI Solutions

42:39 Integrating Bitcoin with AI for Payments

49:06 The Future of Agentic AI and Micro Payments

55:08 Maple AI's Growth and Future Plans

References

https://trymaple.ai/https://x.com/marksuman

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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In this episode, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz reflect on the year 2025, discussing the evolution of Build with Bitcoin, and the innovation within the Bitcoin startup ecosystem. They highlight key statistics, trends in startup funding, and the changing landscape of Bitcoin investment. The conversation also touches on their advisory services aimed at supporting both startups and investors, as well as their plans for 2026, including a conference focused on Bitcoin investment and innovation.

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Chapters

00:00 Reflecting on 2025: A Year in Review

05:40 Bullish on Innovation

12:26 The Investors View

19:13 Advisory Services and Community Engagement

26:10 Looking Ahead: Plans for 2026

References:

https://epochvc.io/writing/

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/

https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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Join hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz as they sit down with Michael Tanguma from Early Riders and Gustavo Flores from Aureo to explore Bitcoin financial services in Latin America.

Gustavo shares his journey from Swapido to building Aureo's multi-institutional custody solutions. The conversation covers the critical challenges facing Bitcoin entrepreneurs in the region—navigating market volatility, managing startup treasuries, and understanding Latin America's complex regulatory landscape.

Michael and Gustavo offer practical insights on why founder expertise matters in investments, how to build trust in Bitcoin-only markets, and the emerging opportunities that make LATAM a unique frontier for Bitcoin adoption. They also discuss their vision for innovative financial services and the crucial role of education in fostering sustainable Bitcoin growth.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
09:13 The Evolution of Swapido to Aureo
13:55 Investment Insights and the Role of Multi-Institutional Custody
21:34 The Importance of Founders in Investment Decisions
26:40 Navigating Bitcoin's Volatility in Deal Structures
33:06 Treasury Management Strategies for Bitcoin Startups
40:45 Market Opportunities in Latin America
47:02 Navigating Regulatory Landscapes in Latin America
53:47 Building Trust and Financial Services in Bitcoin
01:00:34 Future Offerings and Personal Inspirations

References
https://onrampbitcoin.com/
https://www.earlyriders.com/
https://www.aureobitcoin.com/

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https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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In this episode of Build with Bitcoin, co-hosts Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz welcome Ben Cousens, co-founder of Antidote, a fintech accelerator aimed at fostering Bitcoin innovation in London. Ben shares his journey from investment banking to entrepreneurship, his deep passion for Bitcoin, and the mission behind Antidote.

The conversation explores the regulatory landscape in the UK, the strategic positioning of Antidote within London's fintech ecosystem, and the accelerator's unique approach to supporting startups in the Bitcoin space. Ben Cousens discusses the importance of building a diverse investor base for Bitcoin startups, the opportunities in Bitcoin fintech, and the evolution of micro payments and streaming sats. He emphasizes the need for usability and mass adoption of Bitcoin, as well as the balance between open-source and business models, and offers advice on Bitcoin treasury strategies for startups.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
06:32 Ben's Journey into Bitcoin
12:44 The Philosophy Behind Antidote
17:54 Regulatory Environment in the UK
22:11 Antidote's Location and Strategic Positioning
24:09 Antidote's Accelerator Program and Services
31:34 Identifying Opportunities in Bitcoin Fintech
35:42 The Evolution of Micro Payments and Streaming Sats
41:52 Usability and Mass Adoption of Bitcoin
46:39 Balancing Open Source with Business Models
49:10 Bitcoin Treasury Strategies for Startups
52:25 Attracting Talent to the Bitcoin Ecosystem

References
https://antidotebtc.com/
https://x.com/AntidoteBTC

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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This episode of the Build with Bitcoin podcast features insights from builders and investors in the Bitcoin space, discussing the evolution of Bitcoin, treasury strategies, scaling solutions, and innovative use cases beyond financial applications. The conversation highlights the maturation of the Bitcoin ecosystem, the importance of long-term thinking among founders, and the role of institutional adoption in shaping the future of Bitcoin.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
03:18 The Evolution of Bitcoin and Its Builders
06:02 Treasury Strategies and Institutional Adoption
12:19 Scaling Bitcoin: Layer Two Solutions
15:15 Innovative Use Cases: Beyond Financial Applications
21:03 The Future of Bitcoin: Insights from Investors

References
https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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In this episode, Lynne Bairstow and Israel Muñoz interview Jose Flores, CEO of Arcadia B, discussing his journey into Bitcoin, the challenges of operating in Mexico's crypto landscape, and the evolution of Arcadia from a Bitcoin-only company to a Bitcoin treasury company.

They explore the importance of education, the regulatory environment, and the potential for Bitcoin to transform financial services in Mexico. Jose shares insights on the future of Bitcoin, the significance of public listings, and the role of Bitcoin treasuries for companies.

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Chapters
00:00 Intro
03:55 Jose's Journey into Bitcoin and Challenges Faced
08:24 The Landscape of Bitcoin in Mexico
13:04 Target Audience and Market Adaptation
18:05 Evolution of Financial Services and Lending
24:30 Transition to Bitcoin Treasury Company
30:53 Public Listing Strategy and Market Dynamics
35:55 Regulatory Landscape and Opportunities
42:12 El Salvador's Influence and Future Outlook
50:15 The Importance of Bitcoin Treasuries for Companies
55:25 Future of Bitcoin and Market Predictions

References
https://arcadiab.com/
https://x.com/Arcadiabtc
[https://www.youtube.com/ @arcadiabtc](https://www.youtube.com/ @arcadiabtc)

https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/
https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin

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"Build With Bitcoin" is a podcast and advisory services company. We are your insider source to the innovators, investors, and thought leaders demonstrating that Bitcoin is far more than a digital currency, but a pivotal technology platform.​

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