“I went public too soon. Stay private as long as you can.”

Bitcoin is exciting because it shows how cheap it can be. Bitcoin is better than currency… for large transactions, currency can get pretty inconvenient.

The future of money is crypto currency.

I’m serious when I do my work. I’m not serious when I’m home with my kids.

The computer was born to solve problems that did not exist before.

There is a difference between what technology enables and what historical business practices enable.

By 2035, there will be almost no poor countries left in the world.

The intersection of law, politics, and technology is going to force a lot of good thinking.

It’s useful to compare our preparations for epidemics with our preparations for war.

To succeed, you also have to know how to make choices and how to think more broadly.

As we look ahead into the next century, leaders will be those who empower others.

To be a good professional engineer, always start to study late for exams because it teaches you how to manage time and tackle emergencies.

Learning from mistakes and constantly improving products is a key in all successful companies.

Don’t let yourself be lulled into inaction.

The key for us, number one, has always been hiring very smart people.

Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can’t lose.

People cannot become truly knowledgeable without being excellent readers.