Adriana Restrepo of Deblock: Why the Future of Finance is Self-Custody

The convergence of traditional finance and the blockchain is no longer a fringe concept; it is the next frontier of global banking. Adriana, the co-founder of Deblock and former COO of Revolut, explains how her team is building a natively Web3 institution that prioritizes true self-custody. By securing the first MICA license in France, Deblock is proving that a rigorous regulatory framework is the ultimate enabler for disruptive financial products.🔗 Bridging the gap between traditional neo-banking and decentralized finance (DeFi).🛡️ The fundamental security difference between custodial exchanges and self-custody wallets.📈 Delivering high-yield financial products through smart contracts and stablecoins.🇫🇷 Why France is becoming a leading hub for European fintech and crypto innovation.⚙️ Applying the "Revolut Playbook" to scale operations and hire elite remote talent.📺 Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/hJXT3bTyMgU💡 Go Deeper: If you enjoyed Adriana’s insights on financial infrastructure, check out our session with Edouard Mandon on the evolution of payment networks here: https://youtu.be/VNIL1hni498?si=8zc5HDBGrotDW7wAbout the Guest:Adriana is the co-founder of Deblock and the former COO of Revolut, where she managed hypergrowth for over 15 million customers and led the rollout of branches across 10+ European geographies.About Aulium:Aulium is a video show dedicated to Innovation and Private Capital. Hosts Thomas Viguier and Markus Perkumas interview industry leaders to uncover the mechanics of European tech ecosystems, M&A strategies, and the future of investing.Connect with us:➡ Follow Aulium on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aulium➡ Thomas Viguier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tviguier/➡ Markus Perkumas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markusperkumas/#privatecapital #innovation #fintech #aulium #blockchain