Crypto and FinTech-related M&A update with Elliot Chun, Partner at Architect Partners (USA)

<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliotchun/">Elliot Chun</a>, Partner at <a href="https://architectpartners.com/">Architect Partners</a>, spoke to <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudolf-falat/">Rudolf Falat</a>, founder of the <a href="https://www.voiceoffintech.com/">Voice of FinTech</a> podcast, about crypto and FinTech-related M&amp;A.</p><p><br></p><p>Here is what they covered in more detail:</p><ul> <li>Elliot's backstory: how he got to do what he does today</li> <li>Architect Partners' approach towards advising FinTechs - M&amp;A or other matters? Does it mean AP advises only scale-ups or incumbents interested in this space?</li> <li>Specifics of the FinTech M&amp;A and lessons learned</li> <li>The average time to go public has increased tremendously. As Fintechs grow larger and more mature, what are the liquidity and exit options for these companies? </li> <li>Payments and lending were probably the first areas where FinTech grew. Are we bound to witness a significant consolidation wave in this FinTech vertical?</li> <li>SPACs used to be the favorite buzzword of the day not long ago. What's the status now?</li> <li>Why focus on crypto-related M&amp;A</li> <li>Let's talk about the recent Bitcoin rise and fall – is it due to diversification because investors are worried about inflation due to Covid government support or anything else?</li> <li>A book tip: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Going-Infinite-Rise-Fall-Tycoon-ebook/dp/B0C5DNW987">Going Infinite: The Rise and Fall of a New Tycoon</a> by M. Lewis</li> <li>What's the best way to reach out? Website<a href="%20https://architectpartners.com"> https://architectpartners.com</a> </li> </ul>