Wavlake
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Wavlake is a platform for musicians and podcasters to publish and distribute audio content across multiple platforms while receiving direct bitcoin payments from listeners. The service handles hosting, feed syndication, and universal distribution using open standards.
Founders & leadership
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Michael RheeCo-Founder/CTO2021–2025Founder of Wavlake, a platform that lets musicians and podcasters publish and distribute audio while receiving direct bitcoin payments from listeners. He has built systems across a range of organizations from early-stage startups to Fortune 100 enterprises, with expertise in data engineering, software development, team building, and communications.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Wavlake do?
- Wavlake is a platform for musicians and podcasters to publish and distribute audio content across multiple platforms while receiving direct bitcoin payments from listeners. The service handles hosting, feed syndication, and universal distribution using open standards.
- Who founded Wavlake?
- Wavlake was founded by Michael Rhee.
- Who are Wavlake's investors?
- Wavlake's investors include Hivemind Ventures, Llc, Lightning Ventures, Trammell Venture Partners (TVP).



