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Scarce Assets E017: Avik Roy – Then They Fight You

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Avik Roy 8:54 - A message from Onramp 9:36 - “Then They Fight You” scenario analysis 22:21 - Pain as a precursor to political will 28:27 - Protecting the ability to convert fiat to BTC 32:05 - The importance of getting people off zero 34:40 - Strategic bitcoin reserves 39:01 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 40:29 - Promoting economic freedom for all Americans 44:24 - FREOPP's focus & activity 51:09 - Actionable opportunities for change 1:00:11 - The Freedom & Progress Conference 2024 1:04:02 - Outro https://freopp.org/ https://www.satoshipapers.org/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Sep 4, 20241h 4m

Wake Up Call (9.3.24): Jackson Mikalic, VP of Strategy & Business Development at Onramp

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Sep 3, 202435 min

The Last Trade E063: Soft Sovereign Default with Peruvian Bull

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Welcoming back Peruvian Bull 7:27 - A message from Onramp 8:11 - Global liquidity, M2 growth, & inflation 14:10 - Japan’s demographics & financialization 19:31 - Implications of rising Debt-to-GDP 25:55 - The soft sovereign default playbook 34:28 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 35:55 - Fiscal dominance & the death of the 60/40 45:20 - Wyoming recap & misalignment of incentives 58:30 - Key indicators to watch: global liquidity & USDJPY 1:04:32 - Outro We recently released a comprehensive report -- "The Evolution of Bitcoin Custody" -- detailing the origins of financial asset custody, bitcoin’s unique custodial properties, the various tradeoffs associated with existing forms of bitcoin custody, and the ongoing maturation of solutions in the marketplace. Download the full report here. We will hosting a webinar on September 10th at 4:15PM EST to discuss this report in detail, delving into the intricate world of bitcoin custody, highlighting its origins, technological advancements, and the disruptive potential of multi-institution custody. Register to attend here. Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 30, 20241h 5m

Final Settlement E012: MENA's Synergistic Embrace of Bitcoin with Ralph Gebran

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Chief Strategy Officer at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Introduction to Ralph Gebran & Onramp MENA 7:58 - A message from Onramp 8:41 - Understanding fiat currency & financial privilege 14:40 - Dubai's forward-thinking approach & innovation 25:23 - Market structure & investment culture in MENA 35:16 - Benefits of multi-jurisdictional custody 37:38 - Bitcoin’s conservative & alignment with Islamic Finance 47:30 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 48:59 - Takeaways from Jackson Hole last week 1:00:31 - The appeal of energy-backed money in MENA 1:04:40 - Solving for the problem of bitcoin inheritance 1:07:38 - Building the first bitcoin-only company in MENA 1:14:15 - Final thoughts & wrapping up 1:16:19 - Outro Onramp MENA Twitter LinkedIn Thought Leadership Special Reports YouTube Is Bitcoin Halal? Bitcoin: The Switzerland of Asset Classes Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 27, 20241h 16m

Wake Up Call (8.26.24): Paul Scudellari, Founder of RIApex

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 26, 202456 min

The Last Trade E062: The Evolution of Bitcoin Custody with Brian Cubellis & Bradley Chambers

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. Last week, we released a comprehensive report -- "The Evolution of Bitcoin Custody" -- detailing the origins of financial asset custody, bitcoin’s unique custodial properties, the various tradeoffs associated with existing forms of bitcoin custody, and the ongoing maturation of solutions in the marketplace. Download the full report here. We will hosting a webinar on September 10th at 4:15PM EST to discuss this report in detail, delving into the intricate world of bitcoin custody, highlighting its origins, technological advancements, and the disruptive potential of multi-institution custody. Register to attend here. 0:00 - Intro to Bradley Chambers & Brian Cubellis 2:00 - A message from Onramp 2:45 - Origins of custody & bitcoin’s unique properties 8:20 - The incentives of Multi-Institution Custody 13:40 - Mitigating risk & scaling bitcoin to the masses 21:30 - Living in a world where we trust institutions 23:54 - Bitcoin is a protocol for money 29:00 - Analogues in technological adoption 33:50 - Different forms of bitcoin custody & tradeoffs 37:55 - Establishing a new custodial standard 45:25 - Advancing security & peace of mind 52:34 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 54:04 - Realities of custodial scalability 57:38 - Solving inheritance for bitcoin 1:04:48 - Handicapping risks of bitcoin ownership 1:15:26 - The convergence of digital & physical risks 1:19:14 - The importance of trusted turnkey solutions 1:24:44 - Enabling innovative financial solutions 1:28:57 - Final thoughts & wrapping up 1:32:22 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 23, 20241h 32m

Wake Up Call (8.19.24): Fred Pye, Founder & Director of 3iQ Digital Holdings

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 21, 202440 min

Scarce Assets E016: Alex Thorn – Bitcoin is King

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Alex Thorn 10:50 - A message from Onramp 11:33 - Bitcoin advocacy with the Democratic party 18:55 - Challenges facing ethereum 23:16 - Market cycles, memecoins, & ETFs 32:52 - Collateralized bitcoin & WBTC 41:27 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 42:54 - Navigating bitcoin's volatility 55:05 - Potential launch of bitcoin ETF options 1:01:37 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 20, 20241h 2m

The Last Trade E061: The Great Deleveraging with Sam Callahan

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Sam Callahan 6:07 - A message from Onramp 6:51 - Yen carry trade & fragility of the financial system 19:21 - Challenges of fiscal & monetary policy 25:33 - Bitcoin's liquidity profile & superiority as an asset class 33:51 - The importance of understanding counterparty risk 43:22 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 44:50 - ETF risks & challenges faced by banks in holding bitcoin 51:26 - The growing trend of corporate treasury adoption 56:30 - Incentives & the future of bitcoin adoption 1:23:47 - Outro The News Block from Sam Callahan: https://thenewsblock.substack.com/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 16, 20241h 24m

The New Frontier E003: Navigating Economic Shifts in the Middle East with Saifedean Ammous

Onramp Media Special Feature! ~ The New Frontier from Onramp MENA ~ Subscribe to Onramp MENA's YouTube channel linked below to catch new episodes of The New Frontier podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@OnrampMENA In this episode, economist Saifedean Ammous explores the benefits of monarchies and how they contribute to the Middle East’s evolving economic landscape. He delves into the region’s shift away from oil dependency, discussing the strategies behind economic diversification. Additionally, Saifedean examines the intersection of Austrian economics with Islamic finance, providing unique insights into how these frameworks can shape the future of the region’s financial systems. Make sure to check out Saifedean.com: https://saifedean.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saifedean/ X: https://x.com/saifedean 0:00 - Introduction 1:35 - The Economic Transformation of the Gulf Countries 18:01 - Understanding Austrian Economics: Subjective Value and Human Action 28:13 - The Potential Future of Economic Policies in the Middle East 38:59 - The Intersection of Austrian Economics and Islamic Finance 42:29 - Bitcoin: A Solution for Islamic Finance 48:34 - Bitcoin’s Impact in Conflict Zones 52:13 - The Importance of Education on Sound Money Principles 55:55 - Opportunities for Bitcoin Mining in the Middle East The New Frontier is a dynamic, bitcoin-centric podcast that bridges the gap between the transformative world of Bitcoin and the unique financial landscape of the Middle East, covering both conventional and Islamic finance. Join us as we uncover the potential of Bitcoin to secure and propagate purchasing power through time, making it the essential asset for savvy investors in the region and beyond. Check out our Website: www.onrampmena.com Contact us: https://www.onrampmena.com/contact-us

Aug 14, 20241h 15m

Wake Up Call (8.12.24): Sander Read & Corey Roun from Lyons Wealth Management

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 12, 202451 min

The Last Trade E060: Living Through Hyperbitcoinization with Jackson Mikalic

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - Deleveraging & market turmoil 10:18 - A message from Onramp 11:01 - The fragility of the financial system 15:12 - Bitcoin's liquidity, volatility, & resilience 20:30 - Navigating volatility & long-term thinking 31:55 - Nation state BTC stockpiles 44:20 - Genuine engagement vs political pandering 51:14 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 52:41 - Living through hyperbitcoinization 59:43 - The power of BTC as a reserve asset 1:07:56 - Hope for competent leaders & advocates 1:14:20 - Reflecting on the industry’s progress 1:23:54 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 9, 20241h 24m

Scarce Assets: Episode 185 of The Investor's Podcast

Onramp Media Special Feature! On June 5, 2024, Scarce Assets hosts Andy Edstrom & Jesse Myers joined The Investor's Podcast, hosted by Preston Pysh, to discuss the shift in political attitudes towards bitcoin, the merging of AI training and bitcoin mining facilities, their implications for the future, & more! 0:00 - Intro 13:07 - How major political parties are shifting their stance on bitcoin 13:22 - The implications of being “anti-bitcoin” as an election-losing proposition 18:29 - Insights into the current political climate and its effect on bitcoin 33:11 - The merging of AI training and bitcoin mining facilities 37:52 - The future impact of AI integration on bitcoin mining efficiency 40:45 - Potential synergies between AI and bitcoin mining 41:40 - The potential economic and technological benefits of combining AI and bitcoin mining 1:00:50 - Predictions for the future of bitcoin in a rapidly evolving political and technological landscape Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Aug 6, 20241h 18m

Wake Up Call (8.5.24): Contextualizing the Global Market Selloff with Jackson Mikalic

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Aug 5, 202448 min

The New Frontier E001: Bitcoin And The Middle East

Onramp Media Special Feature! ~ The New Frontier from Onramp MENA ~ Subscribe to Onramp MENA's YouTube channel to catch new episodes of The New Frontier podcast! A dynamic, bitcoin-centric podcast that bridges the gap between the transformative world of Bitcoin and the unique financial landscape of the Middle East, covering both conventional and Islamic finance. Join us as we uncover the potential of Bitcoin to secure and propagate purchasing power through time, making it the essential asset for savvy investors in the region and beyond. 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Bitcoin’s role in the global financial landscape 4:40 - Bitcoin’s market dominance 6:42 - Bitcoin’s integration into traditional finance 9:41 - Bitcoin’s transformative power in traditional finance 14:35 - Bitcoin as a unique portfolio asset 19:18 - Bitcoin’s future evolution in global finance 24:42 - Financial landscape in the Middle East 30:51 - Bitcoin’s adoption in the Middle East 33:05 - Bitcoin’s potential impact on the Middle East 42:13 - Bitcoin and Islamic Finance 53:21 - The wrap up Bitcoin and The Energy Revolution Article Check out our Website: www.onrampmena.com Contact us: https://www.onrampmena.com/contact-us

Aug 2, 202456 min

Wake Up Call (7.29.24): Bitcoin Diligence for Pension Funds

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Onramp LinkedIn page Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Jul 30, 202458 min

Scarce Assets E015: The Undeniable Societal Benefits of Bitcoin with Troy Cross

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Troy Cross 12:43 - A message from Onramp 13:27 - Information asymmetry & bitcoin adoption 25:23 - The opportunity for education & advocacy 40:15 - Challenges of accepting bitcoin in academia 44:21 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 45:49 - Bitcoin mining & renewable energy 54:37 - Energy consumption of AI compute 1:06:32 - Bitcoin miners as energy industry innovators 1:20:50 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 26, 20241h 21m

Wake Up Call (7.22.24): Loren Asmus, Canterbury Consulting

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Onramp LinkedIn page Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Jul 24, 202443 min

The Last Trade E059: Multi-Jurisdiction Custody with Tetra Trust CEO, Didier Lavallee

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Didier Lavallee 5:22 - A message from Onramp 6:05 - Finding bitcoin & becoming CEO of Tetra Trust 16:25 - Foundations of reliable custodial solutions 20:31 - Navigating regulations across jurisdictions 26:54 - Proof of reserves & transparency 32:07 - Custody diversification & counterparty risk 40:42 - Fault tolerance of Multi-Institution Custody 46:24 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 47:52 - Eliminating single counterparty & single jurisdiction risks 54:10 - Benefits of Multi-Jurisdiction, Multi-Institution Custody 1:06:02 - The evolution of custodial standards 1:24:49 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 23, 20241h 25m

The Last Trade E058: Bringing Bitcoin Custody Out of The Dark Ages with Alex Saleh

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Rumors of US strategic bitcoin reserve 6:00 - A message from Onramp 6:43 - Motivations behind Trump’s embrace of bitcoin 12:24 - Implementation of a bitcoin reserve strategy 16:23 - Debate around bitcoin's regulatory classification 34:50 - Improving bitcoin’s UX & reducing custodial risk 41:13 - Understanding the importance of bitcoin custody 45:03 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 46:31 - Building financial services for $100k BTC 52:32 - Education & eliminating single points of failure 57:30 - Scalability of Multi-Institution Custody 1:07:58 - Momentum building ahead of Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville 1:19:09 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 19, 20241h 19m

Final Settlement E011: Founding Acropolis with Joe Ianni & Mason Carter

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Chief Strategy Officer at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Bitcoin adoption accelerating 5:54 - Introducing Acropolis 10:12 - A message from Onramp 10:55 - Backgrounds of Joe Ianni & Mason Carter 17:09 - Acropolis strategy & why now 21:21 - Custody, advisory, & ancillary services 29:51 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 31:20 - Acropolis Advisory Team 33:42 - Ownership assurances & bitcoin as a settlement layer 39:20 - Disrupting the status quo of treasury management 47:54 - Accumulation strategies & consultation 53:10 - Incentivizing long-term thinking 57:56 - Nashville conference, Strategic Bitcoin Reserve? 1:00:56 - Wrapping up & looking ahead 1:04:31 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 19, 20241h 5m

Wake Up Call (7.15.24): Introducing A New Show from Onramp Media

Wake Up Call is a weekly show that will be streamed live on LinkedIn every Monday morning. To catch the premier of each episode, follow Onramp’s LinkedIn page and add Wake Up Call events to your calendar. After the live premier on LinkedIn, we will distribute each episode across Onramp Media’s podcast channels and youtube page. Onramp LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onrampb Wake Up Call aims to educate financial professionals on the merits of the bitcoin investment thesis, how this asset class represents both a threat to legacy financial service businesses and an opportunity to differentiate oneself to retain and attract new business. Hosted by Mark Connors, Onramp’s Head of Global Macro Strategy, and Rich Kerr, Onramp’s President of Managed Wealth, this show seeks to provide financial professionals the “wake up call” they need, prompt them to have an open mind with respect to bitcoin, rethink their prior assumptions, become more educated on the topic, and learn from others who are already farther down this path. Mark and Rich bring a combined 60+ years of experience across traditional markets and financial services, and will share their unique perspectives in how their peers and colleagues can approach the realm of bitcoin. Wake Up Call will feature guests from various backgrounds and industries, who will share their own journeys to bitcoin and how others can get up to speed.

Jul 16, 202436 min

The Last Trade E057: Embracing Bitcoin with Former Schwab Executive Rich Kerr

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Welcoming Rich Kerr to team Onramp 4:32 - A message from Onramp 5:15 - CPI print, Yen intervention, & Fed policy 15:35 - Realities of inflation & purchasing power 25:58 - Government sales & ETF inflows 31:19 - Grassroots nature of retail adoption 37:38 - Career risk of NOT embracing bitcoin 41:35 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 43:03 - Emergent nature of institutional adoption 49:25 - The global problem of unfunded liabilities 1:02:43 - Rethinking employee benefits 1:07:28 - Focusing on the optimism of bitcoin 1:16:30 - Final thoughts & announcing Wake Up Call 1:21:08 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 12, 20241h 21m

Scarce Assets E014: Matthew Pines – Technological Evolution & State Power

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Matthew Pines 4:26 - A message from Onramp 5:09 - Global competition for scarce assets 16:00 - The changing world order thesis 31:02 - Digital threats & cybernetic security 41:47 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 43:14 - Software, ransomware, & enterprise evolution 57:15 - Techno-authoritarianism vs decentralization 1:03:24 - Bitcoin’s role in national security 1:13:20 - Bitcoin development & centralization risks 1:21:07 - Final thoughts on a transformative decade 1:23:48 - Outro Matthew Pines: https://x.com/matthew_pines https://www.btcpolicy.org/authors/matthew-pines Great Power Network Competition & Bitcoin (BPI): https://www.btcpolicy.org/articles/great-power-network-competition-bitcoin Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 9, 20241h 24m

Onramp Webinar Series E003: Bitcoin & Veterans – A Natural Alignment

The Onramp Webinar Series is a dedicated forum for investors to learn about the fundamental merits of the bitcoin thesis, the asset's custodial considerations, & more. In this session, recorded on July 1, 2024, Onramp's Head of Private Wealth, Cam Stromme, is joined by current and former US service members Wes Lippman, Lee Bratcher, and David Thayer, to discuss the topic of the alignment between bitcoin and military veterans. 0:00 - Introduction to Wes Lippman, Lee Bratcher, & David Thayer 4:31 - A message from Onramp 5:02 - Alignment between bitcoin & veterans 17:51 - Parallels of decentralization 24:42 - No bailouts in combat or bitcoin 29:30 - Translating skills & spreading bitcoin awareness 33:35 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 34:24 - Accountability & self-sufficiency 41:07 - Motivations across the miliary & bitcoin 44:51 - Bitcoin's impact on combat & kinetic warfare 57:17 - Engaging with the military community 1:02:46 - Outro Bitcoin & Veterans: A Natural Alignment https://onrampbitcoin.com/bitcoin-amp-veterans-a-natural-alignment/ Bitcoin Veterans: https://bitcoinveterans.org/ Operation Bitcoin: https://operationbitcoin.io/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/schedule-a-consultation/

Jul 4, 20241h 3m

Final Settlement E010: A Nuclear Powered Bitcoin Standard with Ryan MacLeod

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Head of Strategy & Research at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Introduction to Ryan MacLeod 8:17 - A message from Onramp 8:47 - Misconceptions around nuclear power 15:25 - Costs & benefits of power generation sources 27:07 - Safety concerns & risks of nuclear 37:58 - Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) 43:45 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 44:35 - Synergies between bitcoin mining & nuclear 50:39 - Orange-pilling the nuclear industry 54:04 - Vision of a hybrid power system on a bitcoin standard 1:02:58 - Political will & regulatory hurdles for nuclear power 1:05:24 - Resources & wrapping up 1:11:26 - Outro Ryan MacLeod: https://x.com/NuclearBitcoinr Disclaimer: the views expressed by Ryan MacLeod on this podcast are his own and do not reflect those of his employer Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jul 2, 20241h 11m

The Last Trade E056: Dollar Uncertainty & the Remedy of Bitcoin with Mark Connors

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Welcoming back Mark Connors 3:06 - A message from Onramp 3:36 - The aimlessness of “crypto” 9:18 - MicroStrategy's bitcoin strategy 22:00 - Ramifications of broken money 25:53 - AI, meme coins, hype cycles, & narratives 33:21 - Uncertainty surrounding Nvidia 41:58 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 42:47 - The debt problem & interest expense 48:50 - Inherent biases of institutional allocators 55:56 - Unique performance characteristics of BTC 1:04:50 - Impacts of late stage fiat & alpha decay 1:10:53 - Bitcoin as a viable remedy 1:14:50 - Political influence & embracing innovation 1:18:46 - Bitcoin provides optimism 1:23:11 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 28, 20241h 23m

Scarce Assets E013: Natalie Brunell & Sam Callahan – The Flywheel of Bitcoin Education

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Natalie Brunell & Sam Callahan 6:34 - A message from Onramp 7:04 - Driving bitcoin adoption through education 15:09 - Challenges of creating fresh content & research 21:50 - Reaching new audiences & investors 27:06 - Shifts in policy & politics surrounding bitcoin 34:47 - Bitcoin’s potential to fix economic incentives 40:22 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 41:11 - Journalists’ role in questioning narratives 46:06 - Assessing sideways price action 52:45 - Geopolitical & macro topics of interest 1:01:01 - Focusing on bitcoin 101 content 1:03:57 - Corporate treasury adoption accelerating 1:10:45 - Outro Natalie Brunell: https://x.com/natbrunell Sam Callahan: https://x.com/samcallah Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 25, 20241h 11m

The Last Trade E055: Financial Infrastructure for the Digital Age with Shalin Madan

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Shalin Madan & Formidium 10:36 - A message from Onramp 11:07 - Experience building new infrastructure 18:30 - Upgrading the fund administration space 25:09 - Taking a hands-on approach to investing 30:49 - The progression & disruptive potential of AI 35:25 - Leveraging deflationary technologies 41:21 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 42:11 - The increasing scarcity of bitcoin 47:24 - Negative & positive potential impacts of AGI 51:56 - Mainstream politicians embracing bitcoin 58:03 - Formidium’s Alts Marketplace 1:02:50 - Fiduciary duty of understanding bitcoin 1:04:18 - Intricacies of digital asset fund administration 1:07:31 - Looking ahead & wrapping up 1:15:43 - Outro Formidium links: https://x.com/Formidium https://www.linkedin.com/company/formidiumcorp/ https://formidium.com/ https://www.altsmarketplace.com/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 21, 20241h 16m

Final Settlement E009: Corporate Bitcoin Adoption with eBay's Mason Carter

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Head of Strategy & Research at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Introduction to Mason Carter 8:45 - A message from Onramp 9:15 - Navigating the corporate landscape at eBay 16:50 - Integrating bitcoin into existing businesses 21:28 - Hype cycles & capital destruction 32:28 - Corporate treasury adoption of bitcoin 39:13 - Inflation & nominal vs real returns 44:48 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 45:37 - Death of the traditional 60-40 portfolio 51:47 - Embracing deflationary technology 58:47 - WeWork & the broken venture model 1:04:15 - Infrastructure gaps for bitcoin adoption 1:09:45 - Bringing talented individuals into bitcoin 1:13:27 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 18, 20241h 13m

The Last Trade E054: Gold, Bitcoin, & Counterparty Risk with Mark Valek

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Intro to Mark Valek & discovering sound money 6:12 - A message from Onramp 6:43 - Founding Incrementum & focusing on hard assets 15:27 - Volatility, position sizing, & portfolio management 25:21 - The geopolitical backdrop & counterparty risk 41:45 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 42:34 - Issues with a debt-based financial system 49:54 - The combination of gold & bitcoin 58:38 - Bias & complacency in traditional finance 1:02:10 - Transitioning to a sound monetary system 1:08:13 - Different flavors of money printing 1:17:12 - Alignment between gold bugs & bitcoiners 1:21:25 - Outro Incrementum Funds: https://www.incrementum.li/en/investment-funds/ In Gold We Trust Report: https://www.incrementum.li/en/ingoldwetrust-report/ The Rise of Hard Assets: https://www.crescat.net/the-rise-of-hard-assets/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 14, 20241h 21m

Scarce Assets E012: Anthony Scaramucci – Conviction, Humility, & Resilience

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Anthony Scaramucci 4:26 - A message from Onramp 4:56 - Navigating the volatility of new technologies 9:27 - Goldman & Wall Street in 90s 15:39 - Being humbled by financial markets 23:30 - The flywheel of institutional adoption 30:15 - Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 31:04 - The shifting political & regulatory landscape 34:04 - Career risk associated with bitcoin adoption 41:59 - Psychology of position sizing 48:47 - How to cultivate resilience in life 54:26 - Outro From Wall Street to the White House and Back: The Scaramucci Guide to Unbreakable Resilience: https://www.amazon.com/Wall-Street-Wh... Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 11, 202454 min

The Last Trade E053: Educational Empowerment with Paul Nylen

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Paul Nylen 7:42 - A message from Onramp 8:12 - Educating the next generation 22:27 - Wisconsin Pension Fund allocates to bitcoin 31:04 - Factors influencing pension fund allocations 37:27 - The growing cultural acceptance of bitcoin 46:03 - Onramp Branches 46:33 - Potential catalysts of institutional inflows 56:00 - Custodial tradeoffs & Multi-Institution Custody 1:16:49 - Ongoing maturation & bitcoin development 1:22:08 - Educational rabbit holes 1:29:20 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 7, 20241h 29m

Final Settlement E008: Rethinking Financial Primitives with Mark Connors

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Head of Strategy & Research at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Introduction to Mark Connors 9:01 - A message from Onramp 9:32 - Recognizing flaws of the incumbent system 23:40 - Opportunity cost & bitcoin as the true cost of capital 34:39 - ETFs: positives, negatives, & risks 44:41 - Onramp Branches 45:11 - Leveraging bitcoin's native properties 50:22 - The need for reliable on-ramps & off-ramps 1:05:58 - Educating prospective investors 1:10:22 - Psychological biases & humility 1:16:18 - Price appreciation & thesis validation 1:20:01 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Jun 6, 20241h 20m

The Last Trade E052: Bitcoin is Winning with NVK

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The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to NVK 5:32 - A message from Onramp 6:02 - COLDCARD Q & bitcoin hardware 11:34 - Authentication & verification methods 20:26 - Shifting regulatory dynamics 24:29 - Inflation, debasement, & real returns 28:18 - Bitcoin is winning 41:10 - Impacts of institutional adoption 45:16 - Onramp Branches 45:46 - The messy nature of monetary upheaval 54:18 - Game theory of permissionless money 59:47 - Incentives driving bitcoin adoption 1:07:25 - Stablecoins, ecash, & cypherpunk tools 1:15:39 - Grokking The Last Trade 1:22:49 - Outro Coinkite: https://coinkite.com/ Bitcoin.Review Podcast: https://bitcoin.review/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 31, 20241h 23m

Scarce Assets E011: James Lavish – How to Protect Your Purchasing Power

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Intro to James Lavish 4:03 - A message from Onramp 4:33 - Evolution of The Informationist newsletter 7:17 - The importance of financial education 14:39 - Impacts of inflation & debasement 24:36 - Tax policies & wealth destruction 27:49 - Geopolitical risks & the military budget 32:54 - Inevitability of money supply expansion 35:54 - Onramp Branches 36:24 - Bitcoin's monetization path 40:53 - Institutional capital flows 53:40 - Credit opportunities in bitcoin 56:25 - Looking ahead & wrapping up 58:02 - Outro The Informationist Newsletter: https://jameslavish.substack.com/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 28, 202458 min

Onramp Webinar Series E002: Bitcoin Inheritance Planning with Amanda Kita

The Onramp Webinar Series is a dedicated forum for investors to learn about the fundamental merits of the bitcoin thesis, the asset's custodial considerations, & more. In this session, originally recorded on May 22, 2024, Onramp's Head of Private Wealth, Cam Stromme, is joined by Amanda Kita, Attorney at Stradley Ronon, to discuss the topic of bitcoin inheritance planning for ~45 min, with the remaining ~15 min designated for audience Q&A. 0:00 - Intro to bitcoin inheritance planning 3:47 - Key management & custodial considerations 14:43 - A message from Onramp 15:14 - Legal title, taxes, & estate planning 27:38 - Different forms of trusts 33:14 - Powers of attorney & asset management 36:10 - Gifting, tax planning, & step-up in basis 40:01 - Additional estate planning considerations 44:35 - Audience Q&A 1:00:37 - Outro Learn more about bitcoin inheritance planning: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bitcoin-inheritance-planning-secure-key-management-legal-title-transfer-strategies/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/schedule-a-consultation/

May 28, 20241h 1m

The Last Trade E051: From Charles Schwab to Bitcoin with Rich Kerr

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Intro to Rich Kerr 10:25 - A message from Onramp 10:55 - Studying economic theory 15:45 - From Charles Schwab to finding bitcoin 23:10 - Opportunities & threats for RIAs 30:21 - Assessing 13F filings of BTC ETFs 34:11 - The need for bitcoin-native services 40:22 - Existing vs net new buyers 46:05 - Direct ownership vs price exposure 48:40 - Onramp Branches 49:10 - Catalysts of institutional adoption 58:25 - Bitcoin-only & the regulatory landscape 1:03:03 - Building robust & trusted services 1:07:12 - Custodial risk considerations 1:12:10 - Political game theory 1:15:40 - Looking ahead & wrapping up 1:20:43 - Outro Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 24, 20241h 21m

Final Settlement E007: Value 4 Value (Part II) with Sam Means of Wavlake

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Head of Strategy & Research at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Introduction to Sam Means & Wavlake 4:42 - A message from Onramp 5:12 - Challenges in the traditional music industry 14:22 - Intermediaries & rent seeking 19:28 - Monetizing content with bitcoin & open protocols 29:00 - Bringing ‘value for value’ mainstream 33:56 - Ticketing with bitcoin, lightning & nostr 39:52 - Onramp Branches 40:23 - Ticketbot from Wavlake 46:46 - Superfans & gamifying fandom 52:50 - Catalyzing adoption of Wavlake 1:04:35 - Improving monetization methods 1:15:06 - Outro Download Wavlake: https://app.wavlake.com/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 22, 20241h 15m

Final Settlement E006: Value 4 Value (Part I) with Oscar Merry of Fountain

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Head of Strategy & Research at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Intro to Oscar Merry & Fountain 8:36 - A message from Onramp 9:06 - What podcasting has gotten right & wrong 14:13 - The ‘value for value’ philosophy 23:41 - Incentivizing valuable content 26:56 - Fountain features & discovery 33:54 - Paywalls vs optional micropayments 38:03 - Disrupting advertising-driven models 44:07 - Onramp Branches 44:38 - The future of content monetization 51:15 - Improving bitcoin onboarding 1:00:31 - Nostr & improving discoverability 1:06:31 - Engagement & interactive content 1:10:02 - Outro Download Fountain: https://www.fountain.fm/features Fountain User Guide: https://www.fountain.fm/podcaster-guide Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 22, 20241h 10m

The Last Trade E050: Bitcoin’s Monetary Realities with Bitstein

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Michael Goldstein (Bitstein) 9:57 - Everyone's a scammer 21:05 - Store of Value, Medium of Exchange, & Unit of Account 33:30 - Bitcoin as a land grab & sound economic decisions 45:53 - A message from Onramp 46:09 - The importance of finite scarcity 50:10 - Reflecting on the past decade 58:37 - Exponential growth & hyperbitcoinization 1:12:30 - Bitcoin education & meme-based rhetoric 1:21:50 - The mission of the Satoshi Nakamoto Institute Satoshi Nakamoto Institute: https://nakamotoinstitute.org/ Donate to SNI: https://pay.zaprite.com/pl_vNYDp4YBSd Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 17, 20241h 27m

Scarce Assets E010: Vijay Boyapati – Bitcoin’s Bullish Case

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Intro to Vijay Boyapati 3:32 - Corporate bitcoin adoption & MSTR 11:32 - Bitcoin’s monetization & hype cycles 20:08 - Price exposure vs direct ownership of BTC 25:10 - Bitcoin banks & scaling via layers 27:10 - Phases of a bull market 32:39 - A message from Onramp 32:54 - Corporate malfeasance, DCG & Genesis 45:17 - Grayscale outflows & asset maturation 51:40 - Commodities vs securities 53:45 - Bitcoin development & ossification 59:31 - Final thoughts & wrapping up Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 14, 20241h 2m

The Last Trade E049: Invert, Always Invert with Fidelity’s Chris Kuiper

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Welcoming back Fidelity’s Chris Kuiper 2:23 - Recapping the last seven months 4:06 - ETF flows & identifying buyers 7:44 - Unlocking new demand from advisors 13:50 - Invert, always invert 17:47 - Reflexivity of demand & rebalancing 23:49 - Breaking down bitcoin’s volatility 30:51 - Halving retrospective & supply dynamics 37:41 - Long-term holders & redistribution 44:47 - A message from Onramp 45:03 - Gold is the new bonds & bitcoin is the new gold 47:56 - Corporate treasury adoption of bitcoin 52:52 - Game theory of bitcoin adoption 57:25 - Global liquidity & macro correlations 1:02:56 - Addressing apprehensions in bitcoin education 1:12:25 - The importance of custody & wrapping up A Closer Look at Bitcoin’s Volatility https://www.fidelitydigitalassets.com/research-and-insights/closer-look-bitcoins-volatility 2024 Bitcoin Halving: Top 5 FAQs https://www.fidelitydigitalassets.com/research-and-insights/2024-bitcoin-halving-top-5-faqs Q1 2024 Signals Report https://www.fidelitydigitalassets.com/research-and-insights/q1-2024-signals-report Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 10, 20241h 16m

Onramp Webinar Series E001: Bitcoin’s Full Potential Valuation

The Onramp Webinar Series is a dedicated forum for investors to learn about the fundamental merits of the bitcoin thesis, the asset's custodial considerations, & more. In this session, originally recorded in December 2023, Onramp Co-founder, Jesse Myers, and Onramp Chief Strategy Officer, Brian Cubellis, are joined by Mark Connors, Head of Research at 3iQ, to discuss Onramp's research report "Bitcoin's Full Potential Valuation" for ~45 min, with the remaining ~15 min designated for audience Q&A. 0:00 - Introduction to the Onramp Webinar Series 5:45 - Bitcoin's full potential valuation 16:45 - BTC vs the global asset landscape 22:28 - Valuation methodologies for bitcoin 32:18 - A message from Onramp 33:13 - Store-of-value competition 41:00 - Inflation’s impact on bitcoin’s nominal potential 47:22 - ETFs & their impact on bitcoin 57:47 - Custodial considerations for bitcoin vehicles 1:04:42 - The urgency for advisors to adopt bitcoin Download Bitcoin's Full Potential Valuation: https://docsend.com/view/hbe6xyhfhnp38emi Register for Onramp's upcoming webinar (May 22) on bitcoin inheritance planning: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Gr51cYYATPqJqpJ8Rgx6ig Learn more about bitcoin inheritance planning: https://onrampbitcoin.com/bitcoin-inheritance-planning-secure-key-management-legal-title-transfer-strategies/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/schedule-a-consultation/

May 8, 20241h 7m

The Last Trade E048: Navigating the ETF Era with Hong Kim of Bitwise

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Freedom, sovereignty, & bitcoin advocacy 12:19 - Introduction to Hong Kim & Bitwise 15:24 - Custodial options & tradeoffs 18:20 - Evolving narratives of adoption 23:29 - The path to ETF approval 27:38 - ETF flows & buyers 34:47 - A message from Onramp 35:03 - Accessibility in the ETF era 43:30 - Reflexivity & waves of demand 48:36 - ETF limitations: in-kind withdrawals & custody 54:02 - Hong Kong ETFs 57:18 - Supporting open-source developers 1:02:04 - Leveraging bitcoin’s native properties Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

May 3, 20241h 7m

Scarce Assets E009: Dan Tapiero – Legendary Macro Mind Turned Bitcoin Bull

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Dan Tapiero 5:30 - Understanding the technical engineering of bitcoin 12:16 - Institutional investors’ mindset 18:35 - Distress in private market valuations 24:48 - Multidisciplinary nature of the bitcoin space 29:30 - Position sizing & time horizon 38:54 - A message from Onramp 39:10 - Canvasing lesser quality protocols 42:00 - Store-of-value use case & beyond 49:16 - Advantages of private equity 54:39 - Bitcoin versus old-world assets 1:05:10 - Wrapping up Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Apr 30, 20241h 8m

The Last Trade E047: The Dollar Endgame with Peruvian Bull

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Peruvian Bull 8:09 - State of the global economy & liquidity 12:56 - Japan's slow motion train crash 27:15 - Reactions to a looming debt spiral 34:53 - Perils of fiat & manipulated government data 44:39 - A message from Onramp 44:55 - Impacts of a sound money standard 50:57 - Game theory of bitcoin adoption 54:08 - Bitcoin’s role in energy & utility markets 1:06:00 - Bitcoin solves Triffin’s dilemma 1:13:57 - Benefits of an apolitical settlement layer 1:19:41 - Fallacies of tokenization & wrapping up The Dollar Endgame Substack: https://dollarendgame.substack.com/ Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Apr 26, 20241h 25m

Final Settlement E005: Federated Systems with Tony & Ben from Mutiny

Final Settlement: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which explores the breadth and depth of the Bitcoin thesis, focusing on the underlying mechanics of the protocol, its ongoing development, and real-world applications of the technology. Hosted by Brian Cubellis (Head of Strategy & Research at Onramp) and Michael Tanguma (Co-founder & CEO of Onramp), Final Settlement aims to go beyond the conventional view of Bitcoin as merely a financial asset, or “digital gold." Discover how this groundbreaking technology has the potential to benefit society through rearchitecting how value is stored and transferred. A resource for institutional investors and bitcoin enthusiasts alike, our discussions aim to enhance your understanding and conviction in Bitcoin's broader utility – tune in to grasp the full scope of bitcoin's transformative power in the digital age. 0:00 - Introduction to Tony Giorgio, Ben Carman, & Mutiny 9:22 - Limitations of the Lightning Network 17:40 - Benefits of fedimints & ecash 34:00 - Scalability of bitcoin & soft forks 36:29 - A message from Onramp 36:45 - Minimizing counterparty risk & fostering trust 47:57 - Merchant adoption of ecash 55:30 - The future of bitcoin development 59:45 - Mutiny Wallet vision 1:04:00 - Design space for ecash 1:09:30 - User feedback & wrapping up Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Apr 24, 20241h 19m

Scarce Assets E008: Samson Mow – Why $1M BTC Could Happen This Cycle

Scarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of Bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by CFP, Andy Edstrom, and former hedge fund manager, Jesse Myers, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets. 0:00 - Introduction to Samson 3:31 - Nation-state bitcoin adoption 8:33 - Use cases resonating with governments 12:05 - Bitcoiners in government 13:45 - Aqua Wallet overview 22:00 - Accelerating adoption with JAN3 26:43 - A message from Onramp 26:59 - Bitcoin adoption in China 32:54 - Buying bitcoin vs earning bitcoin 34:19 - Forecasting the “suddenly” phase 37:13 - Benefits of the “gradually” phase 43:30 - Political unpalatability of being anti-bitcoin 46:01 - Bull market factors & the decline of fiat 51:50 - The economic situation in Canada Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Apr 16, 202454 min

The Last Trade E046: Bitcoin Fixes Real Estate with Leon Wankum

The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Marty Bent, Jesse Myers (Croesus), Michael Tanguma, and a special weekly guest host. Join us as we dive into what Bitcoin means for how individuals & institutions save, invest, and propagate their purchasing power through time. It's not just another asset - in the digital age, it's the Last Trade that investors will ever need to make. 0:00 - Introduction to Leon Wankum 7:40 - BTC is superior to real estate as a SoV 12:10 - Speculation vs real estate development 15:30 - Refinancing real estate with BTC 22:55 - Synergies between real estate & BTC 26:31 - A message from Onramp 26:48 - Utilizing BTC to accelerate productivity 30:30 - The role of custody in BTC credit products 37:06 - Integrating BTC into the fiat system 39:53 - Measuring success for BTC as pristine collateral 44:43 - Pathways to hyperbitcoinization 51:02 - Prospects for bitcoin urbanism 54:50 - Bitcoin fixes real estate & wrapping up Schedule time with the link below if you would ever like to learn more about Onramp and please sign up for weekly Research and Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly: https://onrampbitcoin.com/contact-us/ https://onrampbitcoin.com/category/onramp-media/

Apr 12, 202459 min