
 The Pomp Podcast #1398 Daniel Batten | Countries Buy Bitcoin Worth $1 TRILLION?!
 Aug 22, 2024 
 Daniel Batten, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of CH4 Capital and ESG investor, dives into the intricate dynamics of Bitcoin and sovereign wealth funds. He discusses the barriers these funds face in green-lighting Bitcoin investments, despite their potential for massive influence. Batten highlights Bitcoin mining's surprising environmental benefits, comparing its evolution to the early internet. The conversation explores how education and strategic governance could pave the way for greater institutional adoption and reshape public perception of cryptocurrency. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Understanding Sovereign Wealth Funds' Hesitance to Invest in Bitcoin 
 01:37 • 6min 
 Sovereign Wealth Funds and Bitcoin: Navigating ESG Challenges 
 07:29 • 7min 
 Bitcoin's Strategic Role in Energy and Governance 
 14:09 • 16min 
 Sovereign Wealth Funds and Bitcoin: A New Investment Frontier 
 30:10 • 8min 
 Exploring Bitcoin's ESG Risks and Environmental Impact 
 38:28 • 3min 

