Episode 162

Rafael Cosman on Uncollateralized Lending with TrueFi

On this episode, Richard sits down with Rafael Cosman to talk about his team's new DeFi protocol for uncollateralized lending, called TrueFi.

Prior to TrustToken, Rafael helped build StreetCode, a non-profit that teaches East Palo Alto youth technical skills, and worked at Google Brain, Palantir, and Kernel. Rafael graduated from Stanford University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. In his free time, you’ll find Rafael reading or surfing. 

About TrustToken

TrustToken is modernizing financial infrastructure to make economic opportunities open to all. TrustToken’s TrueFi platform brings uncollateralized lending on-chain, offering lenders high earning rates with full transparency of how their funds are used, and borrowers the ease of fast, fixed-rate, fixed-term loans without collateral requirements. 

The company’s TrueCurrencies (TUSD, TGBP, TAUD, TCAD, THKD) are the world's fully collateralized stablecoins attested live on-chain, now moving billions in monthly trade volume across +100 trading partners including Binance, Huobi, and OKEx. TUSD users enjoy lighting-fast transactions, easy minting and redemptions, and obsessive customer service.

 

Links

https://truefi.io/

https://www.trusttoken.com/

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As a former NCAA Dual-Sport D1 Athlete, Richard Carthon is no stranger to hustle. Today, Richard’s tenacious work ethic and competitive spirit fuel his passion for learning as much as possible while helping as many people as possible.

Richard is a rising thought leader and a serial entrepreneur whose experience spans Startup Operations, App Development, Fundraising and Fintech. Originally from Shreveport, LA – Richard currently lives and works in Austin, TX where he has immersed himself in the city’s growing startup ecosystem.

Richard has gained notoriety from his collaborative approach to challenging the existing practices of startups, small businesses, and established firms. His innovative perspective and meticulous followthrough deliver solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Richard’s track record of success has solidified his reputation as a trusted revenue enhancement specialist who can define the required plan of action and execute against that plan.

In 2016, Richard graduated Cum Laude from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business and holds a degree in Business Management and Legal Studies with an Entrepreneurship specialization. Richard surrounds himself with likeminded, motivated individuals who prioritize faith, family, and friendship. He is always on the lookout for Industry Experts and Business Owners who have an interest in collaborating.