Dan Gilbert Deflects Yahoo Question, But Says Detroit Could Become Fintech Capital Of The World

Dan Gilbert is the founder of Quicken Loans and his name has been thrown around as a potential suitor to acquire

's internet properties as part of a partnership with Warren Buffett. Related Link:

Gilbert was quick to point out he can't publicly comment on his involvement with the bidding process for Yahoo's properties when he spoke at the Detroit Start-up Week conference. However, he told the local media source that the city of Detroit "could become the fin-tech capital of the world." The Detroit-born business leader added that his native city could become a leader with or without Yahoo. Detroit is also home to Quicken Loans' head office. Detroit is also home to Benzinga's head office and has already demonstrated the ability to take a leadership role in fin-tech. Benzinga recently hosted its