Andy Edstrom

Andy Edstrom, a traditional financial investing expert, dives deep into Bitcoin's impact on corporate finance. He discusses how Michael Saylor views Bitcoin as a lifeline for struggling companies and explores the strategic evolution of Bitcoin treasury allocations. Edstrom outlines MicroStrategy's innovative financial strategies and the risks associated with Bitcoin-backed leverage. Additionally, he highlights Wall Street's shifting perspective on Bitcoin investments and evaluates the emerging role of institutional players in a rapidly changing landscape.

Andy Edstrom discusses why Bitcoin is a valuable addition to investment portfolios, how to evaluate its worth, potential strategies to avoid market peaks, and Bitcoin's comparison to gold & fiat. Topics include the 14 characteristics of money, El Salvador's adoption of Bitcoin, and the US government's stance on cryptocurrency.

Join Andy Edstrom, Head of Managed Wealth at Onramp Bitcoin, as he unpacks the evolving landscape of Bitcoin amidst soaring government debt. He delves into the unpredictable nature of Bitcoin price modeling and the risks posed by leverage. Andy discusses the uncertain future of Bitcoin loans and the role of gold in this new financial paradigm. With retirement planning under a Bitcoin standard in mind, he emphasizes the importance of adaptability in today's economic climate. Get ready for insights that blend caution with optimism!

Andy Edstrom, a CFP and Bitcoin advocate, and Jesse Myers, a former hedge fund manager, explore the evolving political landscape around Bitcoin, emphasizing how anti-Bitcoin stances may backfire in elections. They dive into the exciting intersection of AI training and Bitcoin mining, discussing how these technologies can enhance mining efficiency. The duo also forecasts potential economic benefits stemming from this convergence, offering listeners a glimpse into the future of cryptocurrency in our rapidly changing world.

On this episode of Swan Signal, Sam was joined by Preston Pysh and Andy Edstrom for another edition of their popular quarterly macro update. Listen to their thoughts around the exploding debt levels, spot Bitcoin ETFs, the impacts of rising oil in the midst of rising geopolitical uncertainty, and hear their predictions for the coming quarter.Timestamps:00:00:00 “Swan Signal” Intro00:03:18 Yellen says, “U.S. Can Fund Two Wars”00:08:28 What’s the Bond Market Saying?00:12:30 Whats Causing the Spike in Yields?00:21:38 “Reverse Repo” and “Free Markets”00:26:41 Financial Repression00:28:55 The Price of Oil Soars00:39:35 Bitcoin ETF - “A Flight to Quality”00:46:32 Risks with Derivatives and the Importance of Learning Self-Custody00:53:27 Performance of Bitcoin and Gold with “Real-Rates” Rising00:59:08 “Bitcoin is Hope”01:00:38 Q4 Predictions!01:07:43 Connect with Preston and Andy01:09:34 "Swan Signal" OutroConnect with Sam, Preston and Andy:Sam Callahan: https://twitter.com/samcallahAndy Edstrom: https://twitter.com/edstromandrewPreston Pysh: https://twitter.com/PrestonPyshConnect with Swan Bitcoin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Swan_Bitcoin Twitter: https://twitter.com/Swan Instagram: https://instagram.com/SwanBitcoin Telegram: https://t.me/swanbitcoin LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/swanbitcoin Swan Bitcoin is the best way to accumulate Bitcoin with automatic recurring buys and instant buys from $10 to $10 million. Start your Bitcoin journey today, and your first $10 purchase is on us https://swanbitcoin.com/yt Download the all-new Swan Bitcoin App https://www.swanbitcoin.com/app/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get your ticket for the Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023 before prices increase! https://www.pacificbitcoin.com/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Secure your bright orange future with the Swan IRA today! Real Bitcoin, no taxes https://www.swanbitcoin.com/bitcoin-ira/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description For high-net-worth individuals and corporations seeking to build generational wealth with Bitcoin, Swan Private is your guide https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Want to learn more about Bitcoin? Check out the Bitcoin Canon a curated list of the best Bitcoin resources from your favorite experts https://swanbitcoin.com/cannon/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Get paid to recruit new Bitcoiners by joining Swan Force https://www.swanbitcoin.com/enlist/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=youtube_description Swan Private helps HNWI, companies, trusts, and other entities go beyond legacy finance with BItcoin. Learn more at swan.com/private.   Put Bitcoin into your IRA and own your future. Check out swan.com/ira.Swan Vault makes advanced Bitcoin security simple. Learn more at swan.com/vault.