Uploaded September 2020 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
Ethereum DeFi (Decentralized Finance) projects have been touted as a savior from mainstream banking and a conduit to financial services for those without access. But when? When will DeFi reach the unbanked, the underbanked, the masses excluded from traditional finance?
00:00 When will DeFi be adopted by the unbanked?
00:32 DeFi removes barriers to entry in financial services.
01:54 Crypto removes barriers to financial services
02:55 The reality of DeFi today
04:03 DeFi is not yet user friendly
Will DeFi be able to fulfill the dream of providing financial services to the unbanked? DeFi was built to provide financial services without the barriers in place with CeFi, or Centralized Finance, services. But where are we now? Is DeFi able to bank the unbanked today?
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Bitcoin Q&A: DeFi Explained in Laymans Terms - youtu.be/RxrqNmv2tR0
Down the Rabbit Hole: DeFi Attacks - youtu.be/BB3y7zaHbV8
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Ethereum DeFi (Decentralized Finance) projects have been touted as a savior from mainstream banking and a conduit to financial services for those without access. But when? When will DeFi reach the unbanked, the underbanked, the masses excluded from traditional finance?
00:00 When will DeFi be adopted by the unbanked?
00:32 DeFi removes barriers to entry in financial services.
01:54 Crypto removes barriers to financial services
02:55 The reality of DeFi today
04:03 DeFi is not yet user friendly
Will DeFi be able to fulfill the dream of providing financial services to the unbanked? DeFi was built to provide financial services without the barriers in place with CeFi, or Centralized Finance, services. But where are we now? Is DeFi able to bank the unbanked today?
Related Videos:
Bitcoin Q&A: DeFi Explained in Laymans Terms - youtu.be/RxrqNmv2tR0
Down the Rabbit Hole: DeFi Attacks - youtu.be/BB3y7zaHbV8
Learn more about becoming a Community Builder: patreon.com/aantonop
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Amazon Author: amazon.com/-/e/B00MVAG8Z8
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Music: "Unbounded" by Orfan (twitter.com/grassfedbitcoin)
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![How to Get Bitcoin [3 Ways to Get Cryptocurrency]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VoOjUC8uVjM/mqdefault.jpg "How to Get Bitcoin [3 Ways to Get Cryptocurrency]
Buying bitcoin isnt the only way to get it. In this excerpt from the FREE Introduction to Bitcoin and Open Blockchains Workshop, Andreas explains 3 different ways to get bitcoin, ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies even if you dont have a ton of money to invest. You dont have to be left behind during the crypto craze, watch this video and learn about alternative ways to get cryptocurrencies. This video is perfect for those new to bitcoin.
Chapters
0:00 How Most People Get Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Other Cryptocurrencies
0:30 Earn it. You can get paid in bitcoin, ether, or another cryptocurrency
3:31 Buy it. From exchanges, individuals, or bitcoin ATM
5:26 Trade for it. You can trade your belongings for it!
This video is one small part of a larger FREE workshop that will teach you how to get bitcoin, how bitcoin is valued, who sets the prices, where to find recent cryptocurrency prices and much, much more. You can also earn a certificate of completion after you finish the workshop. ENROLL NOW at https://aantonop.io/takeaworkshop If youre new to bitcoin, this is an excellent way to learn about the technology from one of the most trusted, unbiased, and educated voices in the crypto industry.
In this video, Andreas discusses how most people get into bitcoin by opening an account with a cryptocurrency exchange. But thats not the best way to get it. The best way to get cryptocurrency is to earn it. Why? Because its private and usually has ZERO exchange fees! Whatever you do, you can do it for bitcoin. Bake cupcakes? Sell them for bitcoin. Cut hair? Get paid in Ethereum. If youve got a regular job, you can have a small part of your paycheck invested into bitcoin weekly without your employer even knowing that youre into cryptocurrency. Of course you can buy bitcoin from an exchange, but you can also buy it from a bitcoin ATM, from individuals, and through decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges. Another excellent way to get bitcoin is to sell your belongings for crypto. Andreas even sold his car for bitcoin! The point of all of this is to teach you that you dont just have to buy bitcoin at an exchange, there are other options, other ways to get cryptocurrency, if you want it.
Here are some other videos you might like:
Introduction to Bitcoin: https://youtu.be/l1si5ZWLgy0
Worst Ways to Store Bitcoin [3 Mistakes to Avoid]: https://youtu.be/x6rnAGscBrU
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From Andreas: You may already know that my mission is to educate as many people as possible about #Bitcoin and open blockchain technologies. Watching these videos and sharing them with others is a big part of that. Thank you for being part of this mission.
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Music: Unbounded by Orfan (https://twitter.com/grassfedbitcoin)
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![Should we attack Bitcoin? Is it Bitcoin or Bitcoins? Fractional Bitcoining? [2021]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WOXZIXAhFjk/mqdefault.jpg "Should we attack Bitcoin? Is it Bitcoin or Bitcoins? Fractional Bitcoining? [2021]
In this short video, youll learn about attacking bitcoin (should you do it?), whether its correct to say bitcoin or bitcoins, and much more. Four questions answered in four minutes. Watch and learn!
Chapters
0:00 What are we calling this crypto version of the dot com boom? BOOMDEMIC!
0:28 Should we try to attack bitcoin?
1:09 Which is correct Bitcoin of Bitcoins? Is there an s or not?!?
2:18 Are you concerned at all about the idea of fractional Bitcoining?
COMMENT below and let us know what you think of the video. Post your follow-up questions there too!
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You can also learn from one of aantonops many books about bitcoin, ethereum, and open blockchains. Andreas has written three technical books for developers about blockchain technology, Mastering Bitcoin, Mastering Ethereum, and Mastering the Lightning Network published by O’Reilly Media. He’s also written The Internet of Money Series books, which explain why bitcoin, ethereum, and open blockchains matter.
About aantonop: Andreas isnt promoting a company or an organization; hes paid by the community (people who support this work on Patreon and YouTube) and provides an unbiased look at open blockchain technologies, what they can do for our societies, and how to get involved (if you decide you want to). Learn more at https://aantonop.com
From Andreas: You may already know that my mission is to educate as many people as possible about #Bitcoin and open blockchain technologies. Watching these videos and sharing them with others is a big part of that. Thank you for being part of this mission.
***Learn More From Andreas**
Amazon & Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00MVAG8Z8
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![Crypto Explained: What Are NFT or Non Fungible Tokens? Why Should I Care? [2021]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y-i9Jsm95ro/mqdefault.jpg "Crypto Explained: What Are NFT or Non Fungible Tokens? Why Should I Care? [2021]
Youve seen reports of NFT artwork selling for millions of US dollars in the mainstream media. But what is an NFT really? How are NFTs different from cryptocurrencies? What do you really own when you buy an NFT?
Chapters
0:00 What is an NFT or Non Fungible Token?
0:52 What is fungibility?
2:25 Programmable collectibles that have special features
3:04 Bragging rights!
4:05 Extra perks for owning NFTs, using them as an access token
4:48 Ownership and control over the asset
5:53 Can NFTs expire?
Link to ERC-721 Standard (this is just one resource to learn about NFT standards in Ethereum)
https://ethereum.org/en/developers/docs/standards/tokens/erc-721/
If youre interested in NFTs, you might want to take a look at Mastering Ethereum at https://aantonop.com/a-shop/
This video is an excerpt from the March 2021 open topic Q&A where aantonop covered questions related to NFTs, breaking bitcoin, and much more. Watch the entire video here: https://youtu.be/U0T49duRt74
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You can also learn from one of aantonops many books. Andreas has written three technical books for developers about blockchain technology, Mastering Bitcoin, Mastering Ethereum, and Mastering the Lightning Network (2021) published by O’Reilly Media. He’s also written The Internet of Money Series books, which explain why bitcoin, ethereum, and open blockchains matter.
About aantonop: Andreas isnt promoting a company or an organization; hes paid by the community (people who support this work on Patreon and YouTube) and provides an unbiased look at open blockchain technologies, what they can do for our societies, and how to get involved (if you decide you want to). Learn more at https://aantonop.com
From Andreas: You may already know that my mission is to educate as many people as possible about #Bitcoin and open blockchain technologies. Watching these videos and sharing them with others is a big part of that. Thank you for being part of this mission.
***Learn More From Andreas’ Workshops, Books & Events**
Amazon & Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00MVAG8Z8
Audible: https://www.audible.com/author/Andreas-M-Antonopoulos/B00MVAG8Z8
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