In a recent episode of the Clear Crypto Podcast, Lever CEO Jullian Duran discussed utilizing Bitcoin as collateral to achieve financial independence without selling it. He emphasized that many Bitcoin holders are asset-rich yet liquidity-poor, facing challenges when they want to fund life events, like purchasing a home or investing in education, without liquidating their assets. Duran's vision for Lever is to transform Bitcoin into 'pristine collateral' that grants access to investments in traditional sectors such as utilities and housing, which provide uncorrelated dollar-based yields. He highlighted the significance of maintaining a connection to the crypto ecosystem while also branching out into historically underfunded areas. This approach enables individuals to build equity and generate cash flow, empowering them to live more ambitious lives and exercise true financial freedom using Bitcoin's value without the need to sell it. Duran shared personal experiences illustrating this struggle among Bitcoin holders, advocating for the paradigm shift in how Bitcoin is utilized for real-world opportunities.

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