BTC166: Bitcoin Custody For Institutions w/ Caitlin Long and Wes Knobel (Bitcoin Podcast)

Join us in this insightful episode where Caitlin Long of Custodia Bank and Wes Knobel delve into the innovative non-fractional reserve system, the challenges faced with the Federal Reserve, and the dynamic world of cryptocurrency banking. They discuss Custodia's unique approach, its role in the post-Silicon Valley bank crisis landscape, and the evolving challenges and opportunities in cryptocurrency custodianship. This conversation offers a deep dive into the intersection of traditional banking, regulatory environments, and the growing influence of digital assets. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 02:34 - How Custodia Bank is redefining traditional banking practices. 02:34 - The significance of Custodia's approach to customer deposits. 12:47 - Insights into the Federal Reserve's decision-making process. 22:19 - The implications of non-participation in fractional reserve banking. 22:19 - The importance of state laws in protecting digital assets. 28:21 - Wes Knobel's perspective on financial innovation and regulation. 38:31 - Caitlin Long's expertise in banking risks and legacy systems. 47:58 - The potential government intervention in cryptocurrency holdings. 47:58 - Predictions for the future of banking in the era of digital currencies. 01:00:37 - The recent SEC approval of Bitcoin ETFs and its impact. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Links to Custodia Bank . Caitlin Long’s X account . Link’s to the lawsuit with the Federal Reserve Bank, Document 1 & Document 2 . Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes here . NEW TO THE SHOW? Follow our official social media accounts: X (Twitter) | LinkedIn | | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok . Check out our Bitcoin Fundamentals Starter Packs . Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) here . Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool . Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services . Stay up-to-date on financial markets and investing strategies through our daily newsletter, We Study Markets. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts . SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors : Bluehost Fintool PrizePicks Vanta Onramp SimpleMining Fundrise TurboTax Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm