When Shift Happens Podcast

E136: Selini Capital Founder: How to Actually Build Wealth in a New Economy (Crypto > Stocks)

Aug 28, 2025
Jordi Alexander, founder of Selini Capital and seasoned crypto investor, shares his insights on wealth building in a changing economy. He emphasizes that traditional investing strategies are outdated and advocates for a shift towards cryptocurrencies. The conversation touches on balancing financial risk with proactive wealth-building, the importance of self-custody in crypto, and how personal growth is intertwined with investment strategies. Jordi also reveals the transformative impact of relocating to Singapore and how overcoming frustrations can lead to significant life changes.
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INSIGHT

Fiat Denominator Is Breaking

  • Traditional fiat is being systematically debased and official inflation metrics understate real price rises for many goods and services.
  • Jordi Alexander argues this changes the fundamentals of money and requires rethinking wealth preservation.
INSIGHT

Judgment Becomes The Rarest Currency

  • Judgment will become the scarce human currency as AI provides abundant facts and intelligence.
  • Jordi argues humans who pair facts with superior judgment will retain outsized value.
ADVICE

Use Indexes If You Can't Research Crypto

  • If you're risk-averse and slow to adopt crypto, at least hold diversified stocks or ETFs to avoid full fiat dilution.
  • Jordi recommends broad index exposure if you can't actively research better options.
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