Mike Novogratz is the Founder & CEO of Galaxy. Kyle Samani is the Chairman of Forward Industries and the Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Multicoin Capital. In this conversation we talk about the $1.65 billion fundraise they recently did, how big these treasury companies can get, why they love Solana, tokenization, plans for the company, risks, and how they are going to generate shareholder returns.

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Xapo Bank, the world’s first fully licensed Bitcoin-enabled bank, offers military-grade security with an unmatched blend of physical and digital security, as well as pioneering regulatory oversight, so your funds are always protected. Beyond secure storage, they enable you to grow and use your Bitcoin. Earn daily interest in Bitcoin, spend with zero FX fees using a global card, and make instant payments via the Lightning Network for unrivalled access and convenience. Visit https://www.xapobank.com/pomp to join.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 2:00 - Raising $1.65 billion for the largest Solana treasury company
• 5:12 - Explaining market cap vs price of token
• 6:10 - Why volume is so important for a public company
• 8:27 - Forward launching tokenized shares on Solana with Superstate
• 9:23 - How big can altcoin treasury companies get?
• 14:13 - Crypto entering Wall Street and plans to create value
• 20:28 - What are some risks?
• 26:47 - Is the 4 year bitcoin cycle over?
• 30:36 - Advice and how to think through investing in crypto

Jordi Visser is a macro investor with over 30 years of Wall Street experience. He also writes a Substack called “VisserLabs” and puts out investing YouTube videos. In this conversation we discuss the market reaction to interest rate cuts, the rise of retail investing, Oracle, bitcoin, and how AI will change the future. 

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This episode is brought to you by Figure ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(https://figuremarkets.co/pomp)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the platform to Earn and Borrow. Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Figure offers Crypto-Backed Loans, allowing you to borrow against your Bitcoin or Ethereum with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Your BTC collateral is protected by decentralized MPC custody. You can always see your BTC ownership in your FM account and verify holdings in your personal BTC vault on chain. Unlock your crypto’s potential today. Visit their app to apply ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(https://figuremarkets.co/pomp)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a Crypto Backed Loan today! Figure Lending LLC dba Figure. Equal Opportunity Lender. NMLS 1717824. Terms and conditions apply. Visit figure.com for more information. Figure Markets Credit LLC. 650 S. Tryon Street, 8th Floor, Charlotte, NC 28202. (888) 926-6259. NMLS ID 2559612. Terms and conditions apply. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://figuremarkets.com/borrow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information.

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Bitwise is one of the largest and fastest-growing crypto asset managers. As of December 31, 2021, the company managed over $1.3 billion across an expanding suite of investment solutions, which include the world's largest crypto index fund and other innovative products spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and crypto equities. Whether you’re an individual, advisor, or institution, Bitwise provides intelligent access to crypto with your unique circumstances in mind. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitwiseinvestments.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more. Certain of the Bitwise investment products may be subject to the extreme risks associated with investing in crypto assets. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitwiseinvestments.com/disclosures⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro

• 1:40 - Fed cuts 25bps and the market reaction

• 6:48 - Retail and the new generation of investing

• 17:55 - Oracle up 40% and AI infrastructure

• 25:39 - Bitcoin, AI, and the 4th turning

• 35:45 - Areas where AI will bring abundance

• 45:00 - Takeaways and how to embrace AI

Jeff Park is a Partner and Chief Investing Officer of ProCap BTC. This conversation was recorded at the Independent Investor Summit in New York. In this conversation we talk about the intelligent investor vs ideological investor, radical portfolio theory, rise of prediction markets, stablecoins, and what the future of bitcoin treasury companies looks like. 

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Pomp writes a daily letter to over 270,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at: ⁠⁠⁠https://pomp.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 0:35 - Intelligent investor vs Ideological investor
• 3:51 - Radical portfolio theory 
• 10:04 - Why prediction markets will be huge 
• 15:21 - What is the role of stablecoins? 
• 20:41 - Bitcoin treasury companies 
• 29:25 - Ideas to trade Strategy 
• 35:50 - What happens when the premiums trade at a discount? 
• 38:25 - Advice for navigating the world 

Balaji Srinivasan is an entrepreneur and investor. He is also the author of the Network State and the founder of the Network School. In this conversation we talk about geopolitics, what is going on with China, US decline, why India is so important, bitcoin, gold, land, guns, and what is going on with the Network School.  (https://ns.com/) (https://thenetworkstate.com/)

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Pomp writes a daily letter to over 270,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at: ⁠⁠https://pomp.substack.com/⁠⁠

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Check out my NEW show for daily bite-sized breakdowns of the biggest stories in finance, technology, and politics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://pompdesk.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Simple Mining makes Bitcoin mining simple and accessible for everyone. We offer a premium white glove hosting service, helping you maximize the profitability of Bitcoin mining. For more information on Simple Mining or to get started mining Bitcoin, visit https://www.simplemining.io/

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Bitlayer is taking Bitcoin beyond just a store of value. For the first time, you can put your Bitcoin to work, earning yield while staying true to its core principles of security and decentralization. Bitlayer is making Bitcoin DeFi a reality. Learn more at https://x.com/BitlayerLabs

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro

• 2:00 - US decline and China strength?

• 7:09 - What US environment and regulation should look like

• 16:34 - The rise of India and improved infrastructure

• 24:05 - Geopolitical landscape and the role of India

• 45:16 - The war for talent and digital nomad visas

• 51:29 - America is the greatest empire of all time

• 56:24 - Bitcoin, gold, the dollar, and guns

• 1:08:40 - What is the Network School?

Mike Cagney is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Figure. (⁠https://www.figuremarkets.co/fm)⁠ In this conversation we discuss taking Figure public, how block-chain native securities unlock new markets, the rise of DeFi, bitcoin backed loans, and how Figure is modernizing financial infrastructure. 

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Pomp writes a daily letter to over 270,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at: ⁠https://pomp.substack.com/⁠

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Xapo Bank, the world’s first fully licensed Bitcoin-enabled bank, offers military-grade security with an unmatched blend of physical and digital security, as well as pioneering regulatory oversight, so your funds are always protected. Beyond secure storage, they enable you to grow and use your Bitcoin. Earn daily interest in Bitcoin, spend with zero FX fees using a global card, and make instant payments via the Lightning Network for unrivalled access and convenience. Visit ⁠https://www.xapobank.com/pomp⁠ to join.

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BitcoinOS is bringing Bitcoin into a new era. For the first time, Bitcoiners can access real DeFi across the entire crypto ecosystem, powered by revolutionary zero-knowledge technology. BitcoinOS is powered by $BOS token, which reunites all of crypto around the chain where it all began. Enter the $BOS token presale and be early to Bitcoin again.

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Polkadot is a scalable, secure, and decentralized blockchain technology aimed at creating Web3. Created by Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum, Polkadot empowers users to build decentralized applications with ease. Backed by industry leaders, making it a preferred choice for big names, Polkadot stands out as a leading choice for investors seeking a reliable, future-proof solution in the growing world of Web3 technology. Learn more at https://polkadot.com/.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 2:11 - Taking Figure public and why it’s good for business
• 5:52 - Opportunities to improve finance infrastructure
• 18:26 - Why it’s the “golden moment" for DeFi
• 19:46 - Are regional banks in trouble?
• 21:45 - Launching a stable coin and GENIUS Act
• 26:39 - The regulatory shift and now having political support
• 30:42 - Partnerships and consolidation in the industry
• 39:27 - Figure is modernizing financial infrastructure
• 39:55 - Bitcoin backed loans and how it works
• 44:14 - Advice for entrepreneurs
• 46:08 - What Figure’s future looks like

Henrik Zeberg is the Head Macro Economist at Swiss Block. In this conversation we talk about the macro outlook, K-shaped economy, inflation, a potential big tech bust coming, why the 4-year bitcoin cycle is not going anywhere, and why Henrik believes risk assets may be in trouble. 

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Pomp writes a daily letter to over 270,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry. You can subscribe at: https://pomp.substack.com/

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Bitizenship helps Bitcoin-forward investors gain EU residency and a path to Portuguese citizenship in five years while maintaining exposure to Bitcoin. Their regulated fund qualifies you for the Golden Visa through an operating company focused on Bitcoin-native innovation. Book a free strategy call at https://bitizenship.com/pomp.

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Xapo Bank, the world’s first fully licensed Bitcoin-enabled bank, offers military-grade security with an unmatched blend of physical and digital security, as well as pioneering regulatory oversight, so your funds are always protected. Beyond secure storage, they enable you to grow and use your Bitcoin. Earn daily interest in Bitcoin, spend with zero FX fees using a global card, and make instant payments via the Lightning Network for unrivalled access and convenience. Visit https://www.xapobank.com/pomp to join.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro

• 2:14 - Where are we in the macro cycle?

• 10:41 - Are we getting a blow off top in risk assets?

• 13:14 - Historical stock market valuations vs today

• 26:36 - What happens in the next 12 months if we are in a bubble?

• 30:01 - Is bitcoin 4 year cycle different this time?

• 34:33 - Thoughts on where inflation is going

• 38:29 - The framework for being a good investor for the next 10 years

• 42:03 - What does the monetary reset look like?

• 45:54 - How to prepare your investing portfolio

Jordi Visser is a macro investor with over 30 years of Wall Street experience. He also writes a Substack called “VisserLabs” and puts out investing YouTube videos. In this conversation we discuss Oracle going up 40%, what is going on in the stock market, what will happen with interest rates, job revision, AI, bitcoin, interest rates, and where asset prices could be headed. 

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Markets are at all-time highs. Public equities are outperforming. And individual investors are driving it all. It’s officially the rise of the retail investor. On September 12th in NYC, I’m hosting the Independent Investor Summit — a one-day event built exclusively for self-directed investors. We’re bringing together some of the smartest public market investors I know for a full day of macro insights, market predictions, one-on-one fireside chats, and actionable investment ideas from each investor. This is going to be an absolute banger event. Join us if you like markets and think retail is two steps ahead of Wall Street.👉 TICKETS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.independentinvestor.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (use promo code POMPYT25)

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Check out my NEW show for daily bite-sized breakdowns of the biggest stories in finance, technology, and politics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://pompdesk.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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This episode is brought to you by Figure ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(https://figuremarkets.co/pomp)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the platform to Earn and Borrow. Need liquidity without selling your crypto? Figure offers Crypto-Backed Loans, allowing you to borrow against your Bitcoin or Ethereum with 12-month terms and no prepayment penalties. They have the lowest rates in the industry at 8.91%, allowing you to access instant cash or buy more Bitcoin without triggering a tax event.Your BTC collateral is protected by decentralized MPC custody. You can always see your BTC ownership in your FM account and verify holdings in your personal BTC vault on chain. Unlock your crypto’s potential today. Visit their app to apply ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠(https://figuremarkets.co/pomp)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a Crypto Backed Loan today! Figure Lending LLC dba Figure. Equal Opportunity Lender. NMLS 1717824. Terms and conditions apply. Visit figure.com for more information. Figure Markets Credit LLC. 650 S. Tryon Street, 8th Floor, Charlotte, NC 28202. (888) 926-6259. NMLS ID 2559612. Terms and conditions apply. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://figuremarkets.com/borrow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information.

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Bitwise is one of the largest and fastest-growing crypto asset managers. As of December 31, 2021, the company managed over $1.3 billion across an expanding suite of investment solutions, which include the world's largest crypto index fund and other innovative products spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and crypto equities. Whether you’re an individual, advisor, or institution, Bitwise provides intelligent access to crypto with your unique circumstances in mind. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitwiseinvestments.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more. Certain of the Bitwise investment products may be subject to the extreme risks associated with investing in crypto assets. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bitwiseinvestments.com/disclosures⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 1:53 - Why are there massive moves in the stock market?
• 4:32 - What’s going on with inflation and tariffs
• 10:19 - Is there an argument to be bearish?
• 13:42 - Is there a possibility of a recession?
• 17:16 - Humans are now competing against machines
• 22:13 - Job growth revised down by 911,000
• 26:44 - Mortgage market and will homes become more affordable?
• 29:06 - How does US win AI race?
• 34:52 - What is happening with interest rates?
• 38:52 - Takeaways from Robinhood event
• 43:43 - What will happen with bitcoin?

Jeff Park is a Partner and Chief Investing Officer of ProCap BTC. In this conversation we talk about what’s going on with bitcoin, S&P500 rejecting Strategy, why bitcoin is lagging gold, should lower interest rates push bitcoin higher, how we are thinking about the bull market, evaluating Gemini & Figure IPOs, and why retail investors can’t be ignored. 

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Markets are at all-time highs. Public equities are outperforming. And individual investors are driving it all. It’s officially the rise of the retail investor. On September 12th in NYC, I’m hosting the Independent Investor Summit — a one-day event built exclusively for self-directed investors. We’re bringing together some of the smartest public market investors I know for a full day of macro insights, market predictions, one-on-one fireside chats, and actionable investment ideas from each investor. This is going to be an absolute banger event. Join us if you like markets and think retail is two steps ahead of Wall Street.👉 TICKETS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.independentinvestor.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (use promo code POMPYT25)

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⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Core is the leading Bitcoin scaling solution, enabling you to lock in yield by locking up your Bitcoin. Simply lock it on the Bitcoin blockchain to secure the Core network, and get rewards. No bridging. No lending. Just holding. Still your keys. Still your coins. Now your yield. Start at ⁠https://stake.coredao.org/pomp⁠

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⁠BitcoinIRA⁠: Buy, sell, and swap 75+ cryptocurrencies in your retirement account. Take 3 minutes to open your account & get connected to a team of IRA specialists that will guide you through every step of the process. Go to ⁠https://bitcoinira.com/pomp/⁠ to earn up to $500 in rewards.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00- Intro

• 2:04 - Thoughts from S&P 500 rejecting Strategy

• 11:25 - Relationship between gold and bitcoin

• 19:27 - How high could bitcoin go this bull market?

• 29:58 - Evaluating Gemini, Figure, & crypto IPOs

• 33:16 - “We can’t ignore retail investors”

Ric Edelman is the Founder of Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals, and he is a New York Times #1 best seller of 13 different books. In this conversation we talk about why financial advisors are finally getting excited about bitcoin, conversations they are having with their clients, the death of 60/40, gold, currency debasement, and why Ric has recommended having 10-40% exposure to bitcoin. 

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Markets are at all-time highs. Public equities are outperforming. And individual investors are driving it all. It’s officially the rise of the retail investor. On September 12th in NYC, I’m hosting the Independent Investor Summit — a one-day event built exclusively for self-directed investors. We’re bringing together some of the smartest public market investors I know for a full day of macro insights, market predictions, one-on-one fireside chats, and actionable investment ideas from each investor. This is going to be an absolute banger event. Join us if you like markets and think retail is two steps ahead of Wall Street.👉 TICKETS: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.independentinvestor.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (use promo code POMPYT25)

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Check out my NEW show for daily bite-sized breakdowns of the biggest stories in finance, technology, and politics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://pompdesk.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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BitcoinOS is bringing Bitcoin into a new era. For the first time, Bitcoiners can access real DeFi across the entire crypto ecosystem, powered by revolutionary zero-knowledge technology. BitcoinOS is powered by $BOS token, which reunites all of crypto around the chain where it all
began. Enter the $BOS token presale and be early to Bitcoin again.

======================

Polkadot is a scalable, secure, and decentralized blockchain technology aimed at creating Web3. Created by Gavin Wood, co-founder of Ethereum, Polkadot empowers users to build decentralized applications with ease. Backed by industry leaders, making it a preferred choice for big names, Polkadot stands out as a leading choice for investors seeking a reliable, future-proof solution in the growing world of Web3 technology. Learn more at https://polkadot.com/.

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TimeStamps:

• 0:00 - Intro
• 1:14 - How financial advisors should think about bitcoin 
• 6:24 - The best ways to get exposure to bitcoin 
• 9:35 - The death of 60/40 and bitcoin should be 40%?
• 18:25 - Should gold be in your portfolio?
  22:22 - How to think about technology impact on financial advisors 
• 24:18 - How financial advisors should explain currency debasement 
• 26:45 - What do financial advisors think about other coins? 
• 32:15 - How to think about staking 
• 33:57 - What are the last obstacles financial advisors need to overcome? 
• 41:33 - What is Ric’s focus for the next year? 

Mel Mattison is an investor, author, and a former fintech executive. In this conversation we talk about the role of the Federal Reserve, why they historically have not been independent, who is to blame for current debasement, why gold and bitcoin are so important, and what Mel would do if he was Fed chair.

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Markets are at all-time highs. Public equities are outperforming. And individual investors are driving it all. It’s officially the rise of the retail investor. On September 12th in NYC, I’m hosting the Independent Investor Summit — a one-day event built exclusively for self-directed investors. We’re bringing together some of the smartest public market investors I know for a full day of macro insights, market predictions, one-on-one fireside chats, and actionable investment ideas from each investor. This is going to be an absolute banger event. Join us if you like markets and think retail is two steps ahead of Wall Street.👉 TICKETS: https://www.independentinvestor.co/ (use promo code POMPYT25)

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Pomp writes a daily letter to over 270,000+ investors about business, technology, and finance. He breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand language while sharing opinions on various aspects of each industry.

===================

Xapo Bank, the world’s first fully licensed Bitcoin-enabled bank, offers military-grade security with an unmatched blend of physical and digital security, as well as pioneering regulatory oversight, so your funds are always protected. Beyond secure storage, they enable you to grow and use your Bitcoin. Earn daily interest in Bitcoin, spend with zero FX fees using a global card, and make instant payments via the Lightning Network for unrivalled access and convenience. Visit https://www.xapobank.com/pomp to join.

===================

BitcoinIRA: Buy, sell, and swap 75+ cryptocurrencies in your retirement account. Take 3 minutes to open your account & get connected to a team of IRA specialists that will guide you through every step of the process. Go to https://bitcoinira.com/pomp/ to earn up to $500 in rewards.

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• 0:54 - Intro

• 2:18 - The role of the Federal Reserve and are they independent?

• 8:31 - Who is to blame for currency debasement?

• 11:21 - Historical rundown of central banks and financial system

• 16:38 - What changes would Mel make if he was Fed chair?

• 31:09 - What will happen with gold and bitcoin?

• 44:39 - What’s the argument to own stocks and real estate?

• 49:24 - MMT and AI impact on lower interest rates

• 55:51 - Is Mel buying anything other than gold or bitcoin?