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The man who co-wrote HTTP/2 just IPO'd a crypto bank, with Mike Belshe, CEO of BitGo
Mike Belshe, CEO of BitGo, at publication
Mike Belshe discusses building BitGo and the operational infrastructure behind digital-asset custody. The conversation covers security, bank charters, public-company responsibilities and stablecoin-related services. It connects technical and regulatory choices with the business of safeguarding assets. The episode reflects Belshe's perspective in March 2026; current licensing, financial results and product availability should be checked against the relevant filings and product documentation.
In this conversation
- Custody and security
- Bank charters and public markets
- Stablecoin infrastructure
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Chapters
- 00:00 — The Evolution of Crypto: From Fringe to Mainstream
- 06:30 — Building a Secure Future: The Birth of Bitco
- 12:48 — Navigating Regulatory Waters: The Impact of Bank Charters
- 18:14 — Crypto as a Service: Expanding Horizons in Europe
- 21:52 — Going Public: The Strategic Move for Bicco
- 23:41 — Navigating Public Company Challenges
- 26:02 — The Intersection of Politics and Digital Assets
- 28:24 — Revolutionizing Banking with Stablecoins
- 32:30 — The Future of Interest-Bearing Stablecoins
- 41:20 — Envisioning the Future of Digital Assets