Why Builders Are Betting on Latin America? | With Ben Wong
In this episode we dive deep into the hidden opportunities across Latin America with Ben from Mantle. Ben shares his journey through DeFi, his relocation to Mexico City, and how Mantle is empowering builders in the region with grants and support.
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00:00 Intro
02:43 Introduction to Mantle and Ben's Personal Journey
06:07 Role and Contributions at Mantle
09:28 Mantle's Relationship with BitDAO
12:49 Deep Tech and Crypto Opportunities in Latin America
18:23 Media Perception vs. Reality in Latin America
20:47 Economic Disparities and Founders' Resilience
27:34 Mantle's Events Across LATAM
32:40 Future Plans for Mantle in Latin America
36:36 Cultural Insights and Daily Life in LATAM
