David, CEO of Republik Rupiah | Bitcoin, Crypto Adoption & Why Indonesia Is Set to Leapfrog Global Markets | Bitcoin.com Interviews

David, CEO of Republik Rupiah, joins Dustin Plantholt on Bitcoin.com Interviews to discuss how Bitcoin and crypto adoption are accelerating across Indonesia, positioning the nation to leapfrog other emerging markets in digital finance and blockchain innovation.

Home to over 270 million people, Indonesia is the fourth-most populous country in the world and one of Asia’s most dynamic economies. With a large unbanked population, forward-thinking regulators, and a tech-savvy youth demographic, the country is quickly becoming one of the most promising frontiers for Bitcoin, DeFi, and Web3 adoption.

David shares deep insights from the local crypto ecosystem — from grassroots education and regulatory frameworks to how platforms like Republik Rupiah are driving financial inclusion through Bitcoin and blockchain awareness.

💡 In this episode:
• Why Indonesia’s demographics make it ideal for Bitcoin adoption
• How crypto bridges the financial gap for the unbanked
• David’s perspective on the country’s regulatory and cultural openness
• The role of education in driving long-term DeFi and Web3 participation
• How Indonesia’s crypto ecosystem compares to other Asian markets

🎧 A powerful discussion on Bitcoin’s role in emerging economies, crypto regulation in Southeast Asia, and how Indonesia could become a global leader in blockchain innovation.

🎙️ Host: Dustin Plantholt – Bitcoin.com Interviews
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💼 Featured Partner: Republik Rupiah – Indonesia’s leading crypto research and education platform, empowering users through Bitcoin literacy and blockchain insight.