EP. 15 From Fiat to Future: Paybis and the Crypto Shift with Konstantin Vasilenko

SwapSpace Huddle

In this episode of The SwapSpace Huddle, we dive into the real-world challenges of crypto onboarding with Konstantin, co-founder of Paybis. From the early days of learning about Bitcoin at Accenture to building one of the most user-friendly fiat-to-crypto bridges, Konstantin shares how Paybis is helping millions make their first crypto purchase — no KYC required under $1,000.

We unpack what’s holding mainstream adoption back, why UI/UX matters more than ever, and how small steps like $10 into BTC can turn crypto-curious lurkers into long-term holders. It’s a story about simplicity, security, and staying power — and why building trust is the only way forward.

Whether you're new to crypto or building for others, this episode will leave you rethinking what "accessible crypto" really means.

⏱️ Episode Breakdown

🕐 00:22 — From Accenture to Bitcoin: Konstantin’s Crypto Origin Story
🕐 04:55 — How Paybis Started: Making Bitcoin Easy Since 2014
🕐 06:22 — Wallets, Fireblocks & Why Security Has to Be Invisible
🕐 10:09 — 420M Crypto Users, But Most Still Don’t Understand It
🕐 12:03 — “Is It Too Late to Buy Bitcoin?” Why Long-Term Still Wins
🕐 14:56 — The Dollar-Cost-Average Mindset: Bitcoin as Modern Saving
🕐 16:13 — UX > APY: Why Onboarding Needs to Feel Like Shopping
🕐 19:22 — What Makes Paybis Different (Spoiler: It's Not Just Rates)
🕐 22:34 — Paybis for B2B: On-Ramps, Processing & White-Label SDKs
🕐 26:59 — Why Wallet Connect Isn’t Worth the Risk (Yet)
🕐 29:51 — Fireblocks, Social Engineering & The Anatomy of a Scam
🕐 34:55 — Keeping the Average User Safe Without Them Knowing
🕐 37:25 — Mobile-First Crypto: 70% of Users, 10-Second Purchases
🕐 41:36 — How SwapSpace x Paybis Onboarding Flow Actually Works
🕐 45:27 — Looking Ahead: Cards, Accounts, Passive Earn & Expansion
🕐 51:30 — Fundraising, Roadmaps & Becoming a Tier-1 Crypto Brand
🕐 53:52 — Final Advice: Skip the Latte, Stack Sats — One Step at a Time