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Connect with the Onramp team Glenn Cameron on LinkedIn Sovereign Game Theory Onramp 2024 Shareholder Letter Bitcoin Boosts Returns & Dampens Volatility in Traditional Portfolios 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. 00:00-Introduction to Final Settlement 04:23-Welcoming Glenn Cameron to Onramp 08:26-A message from Onramp 09:10-Advantages of the Onramp Bitcoin Trust 14:59-Market structure & its impacts on bitcoin adoption 22:10-Regulatory shifts & administrative tailwinds 27:03-Challenges for traditional financial advisors 33:55-Bitcoin as an “actively passive” allocation 41:01-Understanding bitcoin's unique role in portfolios 54:43-Sovereign game theory of bitcoin 01:08:37-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

Connect with the Onramp team Ralph Gebran on X Onramp MENA New Frontier Podcast The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, Brian Cubellis, 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. 00:00 - Introduction to Ralph Gebran 05:34 - The Economic Collapse in Lebanon 10:22 - Economic Analysis, West vs. East 12:11 - A Message From Onramp 12:54 - Realities of Fiat Currency Debasement 16:22 - Life in the UAE: Infrastructure & Innovation 21:11 - Bitcoin Adoption & Regulatory Environment in the UAE 26:11 - Competition & Sovereign Game Theory 46:03 - The Evolving Landscape of Money 52:31 - Bitcoin's Emergent Role in Geopolitics 57:41 - Institutional Adoption & Financialization of Bitcoin 01:03:24 - Active vs. Passive Investment Strategies 01:18:30 - Single Point of Failure of the Week 01:24:24 - Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

In this captivating discussion, Tim Kotzman, host of the Bitcoin Treasuries podcast and founder of energy-focused firms, delves into the evolving role of Bitcoin in institutional finance. He highlights how corporate entities, like MicroStrategy, are reshaping their treasuries with Bitcoin and the challenges they face in adoption. The conversation touches on strategic allocation and the implications of a Bitcoin reserve on corporate balance sheets. Kotzman also emphasizes the critical need for robust security measures as the landscape of digital asset ownership continues to change.

Connect with the Onramp team Emily Trapani on LinkedIn Cam Doody on X Brickyard VC Early Riders This week we’re excited to bring you a special edition of The Last Trade: the following roundtable discussion was recorded on December 2nd in Nashville TN during an Onramp Private Client event co-hosted by Google Fiber at the Gibson Garage event space. Moderated by Onramp’s Brian Cubellis, the panel features Michael Tanguma, CEO & Co-founder of Onramp & Partner at Early Riders, Emily Trapani, Head of Sales at Google Fiber, & Cam Doody, Founder of Brickyard VC. The conversation explores the intersection of technology, investment, and the evolving landscape of Bitcoin, with a focus on Nashville as a burgeoning hub for innovation. Panelists discuss their experiences in the tech industry, the importance of information asymmetries in driving value creation, and the implications of bitcoin as a digital protocol for value. 00:00-Introducing the Nashville Innovators Roundtable 01:35-Michael Tanguma, Emily Trapani, Cam Doody 06:00-Information asymmetries in emerging tech 16:35-Nashville as a modern hub for tech innovation 31:27-Bitcoin is the digitization of value 41:08-Bitcoin and AI's interconnection 44:15-The evolution of collaborative music production 47:44-A message from Onramp 48:27-Capital allocation in the age of bitcoin 55:40-Rethinking venture capital & measuring success 01:03:10-The mindset shift in founders & entrepreneurs 01:08:39-Understanding bitcoin as the best form of money 01:27:33-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

Connect with Onramp Dennis Porter on X Satoshi Action Fund 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. 00:00-Introduction to Dennis Porter 02:48-The impact of recent elections on bitcoin policy 12:24-State-level initiatives & legislative successes 21:35-Future opportunities for bitcoin legislation 28:27-Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 29:10-The rise of bitcoin progressive states 41:34-The importance of Strategic Bitcoin Reserves 47:42-The urgency of legislative action 56:05-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

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 December 11th, 2024, Onramp's Jesse Myers and Bram Kanstein explore bitcoin's full potential and its critical role as a savings technology. We discuss bitcoin's scarcity dynamics, market cycle positioning, and how it offers a solution to continued monetary debasement caused by unsustainable debt and money creation. Download 'Bitcoin's Full Potential Valuation' by Jesse Myers 00:00-Intro to the Onramp Webinar Series 01:07-Challenges of traditional savings methods 05:40-Bitcoin is the ultimate savings technology 06:26-A message from Onramp 07:10-Bitcoin's valuation & market potential 15:00-Bitcoin's supply & demand mechanics 29:10-Long-term outlook & adoption of bitcoin 41:28-Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 42:56-Monetary premium & the global asset landscape 51:58-Market cycles & on-chain metrics 01:02:26-Custody solutions & bitcoin adoption 01:07:22-Gold vs. bitcoin: the future of hard assets 01:12:00-The persistent problem of fiat debasement 01:26:18-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

Connect with the Onramp team Bram Kanstein on X Bitcoin For Millennials Cam Stromme on X The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, Brian Cubellis, 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. 00:00-Welcoming back Bram Kanstein & Cam Stromme 19:46-A message from Onramp 20:30-Near-term volatility vs. long-term thinking 33:32-Accelerating corporate bitcoin adoption 42:52-Shifting the Overton Window 47:14-Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 48:42-Retail vs. institutional adoption 58:33-Harsh realities of bitcoin ownership 01:12:15-The evolution of bitcoin custody 01:16:55-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

Connect with the Onramp team Daniel Batten on X Daniel Batten on LinkedIn The Bitcoin ESG Forecast Sam Roberts on LinkedIn Cartwright UK Pensions Allocate to Bitcoin The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, Brian Cubellis, 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. 00:00-Intro to Daniel Batten & Sam Roberts 06:10-A message from Onramp 07:18-Importance of time in the market 15:43-Understanding monetary premiums 23:43-Evolving institutional perspectives on bitcoin 30:18-Bitcoin is the ultimate ‘ESG’ asset 42:16-Evaluating bitcoin exposure for pension schemes 47:19-Assessing counterparty risk in bitcoin custody 51:00-Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 52:28-Risk mitigation, transparency, & wealth preservation 01:02:30-Avoiding common mistakes & distractions 01:10:56-Alpha in a bitcoin-only focus 01:16:18-2025 outlook for institutional adoption 01:26:27-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

Connect with the Onramp team In this special episode of Final Settlement, we’re gearing up for the highly anticipated Onramp MENA Bitcoin Institutional Day, taking place on December 10th, 2024, in Abu Dhabi. This exclusive event, sponsored by Axiom, Early Riders, and Onramp MENA, promises to be a pivotal moment for institutional Bitcoin adoption in the Middle East. Register for the event here Seats are limited and subject to approval. We dive into key topics that will shape the narrative at Bitcoin Institutional Day: Islamic Finance Meets Bitcoin: Harris Irfan unpacks the compatibility between Bitcoin and Sharia principles, emphasizing how Bitcoin could align with the ethical roots of Islamic finance. Bitcoin Venture Capital: Allen Farrington sheds light on the hidden potential of Bitcoin companies, debunking misconceptions and showcasing why Bitcoin venture capital is a smart play for investors. The Future of Custody: Michael Tanguma discusses the critical role custody solutions play in institutional adoption, highlighting how multi-institution custody can solve the single points of failure seen in traditional systems. Be sure to check out: Harris Irfan on X Harris Irfan on LinkedIn Allen Farrington on X Allen Farrington on LinkedIn Michael Tanguma on X Michael Tanguma on LinkedIn Ralph Gebran on X Ralph Gebran on LinkedIn Onramp MENA on X Onramp MENA on LinkedIn Axiom on X Axiom on LinkedIn Early Riders on X Early Riders on LinkedIn 00:00-Introduction 02:32-Bitcoin and Islamic Finance: A New Frontier 05:27-Bitcoin Venture Capital: Opportunities and Challenges 09:49-The Importance of Custody in Bitcoin Investment 15:10-Understanding Bitcoin's Characteristics and Islamic Principles 21:10-Navigating Bitcoin ETFs: Risks and Rewards 31:34-The Future of Bitcoin Reserves and Institutional Adoption Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for Research & Insights to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

Connect with the Onramp team Onramp's new Bitcoin IRA product Harris Irfan on X Harris Irfan on LinkedIn Cordoba Capital Markets Onramp MENA The Last Trade: a weekly, bitcoin native, interactive podcast covering where Bitcoin and traditional finance meet on a macro scale. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Michael Tanguma, Brian Cubellis, 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. 00:00-Introduction to Harris Irfan 08:44-A message from Onramp 09:52-The evolution of Islamic finance 18:33-Unsound money misaligns incentives 23:41-The intersection of bitcoin & Islamic finance 30:35-Bitcoin enables ethical finance 38:54-The role of Zakat & government in society 43:38-Onramp Multi-Institution Custody 45:06-Low time preference, efficiency, & human progress 52:20-Different frameworks for convincing skeptics 59:03-Islamic finance & misconceptions about bitcoin 01:05:56-The evolution of bitcoin custody 01:12:47-Opportunities for bitcoin adoption in MENA 01:21:10-Outro Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.