Dan Tapiero (1RT Partners) 2023 Market Recap (EP.489)
Dec 21, 2023
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Dan Tapiero, founder and Managing Partner of 10T Holdings and 1RoundTable Partners, discusses the state of the crypto market post-FTX collapse, the impact of Bitcoin ETF on fund flows, the market for growth and secondary investing, and 1RT's strategy. He emphasizes the importance of a minimum viable ecosystem and the dominance of US dollar stable coins.
Crypto industry sentiment improving with positive market performance and regulatory clarity outside the US.
Structural shift towards digital assets and blockchain technology driving long-term trend in the crypto market.
Deep dives
Shift in Market Sentiment and Performance of Crypto Infrastructure Companies
The podcast episode discusses the shift in market sentiment towards the crypto industry and the performance of crypto infrastructure companies. The guest, Dan Tapiero, shares his insights on the current macro environment and how it has affected the growth stage market for crypto infrastructure companies. He mentions that in the first half of the year, many companies in the portfolio struggled, but the current quarter is expected to be the best since the previous bull market. Tapiero also highlights the impact of regulatory actions and comments by figures like Larry Fink, which influenced market sentiment during the summer but have since improved.
Interest and Excitement About the Crypto Industry Outside the US
Tapiero mentions that there is a notable difference in interest and excitement about the crypto industry between the US and other countries. He highlights the growing hubs for digital assets and blockchain technology in countries like Singapore, Hong Kong, UAE, and Switzerland. Tapiero believes that the US is lagging behind in terms of regulatory clarity and adoption. He discusses the ease for individuals outside the US to access crypto platforms and the willingness of emerging countries to embrace the new technology.
Factors Driving Price and Volume in the Crypto Market
The podcast delves into the factors driving the price and volume in the crypto market. Tapiero mentions that the digitization of money and the potential for blockchain to revolutionize the financial system are key drivers of the bull market. He explains that market cycles and price retracements are a natural part of any market, but the long-term trend is driven by the structural shift towards digital assets. Tapiero also discusses the potential for increased adoption as more people understand and embrace the benefits of programmable money and blockchain technology.
Opportunities and Challenges in the Crypto Industry
Tapiero discusses the opportunities and challenges in the crypto industry, particularly in terms of infrastructure plays and real-world asset tokenization. He mentions the potential for the growth of stablecoins and their role in facilitating the tokenization of real-world assets. Tapiero also highlights the importance of governance and operational processes in the industry, especially as companies aim to go public. He emphasizes the need for proper boards and experienced leadership as the industry matures. Additionally, Tapiero mentions the inefficiency of the secondary market for crypto stocks, which presents unique investment opportunities for his fund.