Lessons - Breaking Away From Institutional Financial Systems | Miko Matsumura - $500M Crypto VC Fund Partner

Success Story with Scott D. Clary

Lessons - Breaking Away From Institutional Financial Systems | Miko Matsumura - $500M Crypto VC Fund Partner

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Published on Oct 22, 2025, 1:46:15 AM
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In this "Lessons" episode, Miko Matsumura, partner at a $500M crypto venture fund, breaks down how blockchain represents a fundamental shift away from traditional financial institutions. He explains how decentralized systems introduce competition for consent, forcing existing structures to stay accountable and transparent. Miko also unpacks why responsible risk-taking and diversification are critical in the volatile world of crypto, emphasizing the importance of learning through play before committing deeply. Through thoughtful analogies and hard-earned lessons, he reveals how curiosity, caution, and the freedom to “fork and go” empower individuals to participate more intelligently in the digital economy.

 

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More about Success Story with Scott D. Clary

Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.