Syz the Future

Adam Back (https://x.com/@adam3us) is the legendary cypherpunk whose early work on Hashcash inspired Satoshi Nakamoto's Whitepaper on Bitcoin. Fast forward 16 years and the next evolution of money is in the equity markets with Bitcoin treasury companies and Adam is heavily involved both as an investor but also as a founder and financial product engineer with the BTCTC, the Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (BSTR). Adam joins Richard in the studio to discuss his early days on the cypherpunk scene, his interest in trading, his BTCTC metric months to mNAV cover and his own foray into the space with BSTR.

Dr. Richard Petty (https://cccw.hku.hk/team/petty-richard/) is an international professor, entrepreneur, investor and public policy expert on business, finance, accounting and technology. A prolific author, advisor and speaker on economics, finance, and policy solutions to technological disruption, he is a common keynote speaker at events and programs by financial media, academic institutions, industry bodies and governmental and intergovernmental organizations. Richard joins us in the studio to discuss this important topic of the disruption of AI impacting our current economic models of success, including reassessing the value of higher education, growth strategies for entrepreneurs and how to think about tangibly approaching a future where many of the skills being taught today to our children are increasingly becoming obsolete. X (Twitter): https://x.com/syzthefuture Richard's X (Twitter): https://x.com/RichardByworth Find us on your favorite podcast channels: Youtube: https://youtube.com/ ⁨@syzthefuture⁩ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Cbky4e Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YUmdV5 Fountain App: https://bit.ly/4e1ItAt Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/SyztheFuture Instagram: https://instagram.com/syzthefuture Website: http://syzthefuture.com

Sander Andersen (https://x.com/sanderandersenn) is the CEO of H100 ($H100:NGM, $GS9:FSE, $HOGPF:OTC) (https://h100.group), the Swedish Stock Exchange listed Healthcare Tech Company with this year's most aggressive cap raising strategy to quickly accumulate Bitcoin on its balance sheet. The company listed only in April 2025 at a USD 11mn market cap and introduced the BTC acquisition strategy in May. Now the Nordic region's largest holder of Bitcoin, H100 is at a ~USD 250mn market cap owing to Sander's impressive capital raising prowess, passion for Bitcoin and strategic experience working within the family office world. We go into the nuts of bolts of H100's winning strategy, its unique team, even the future of health linking to bitcoin and into the mind of the man behind it all. X (Twitter): https://x.com/syzthefuture Richard's X (Twitter): https://x.com/RichardByworth Find us on your favorite podcast channels: Youtube: https://youtube.com/⁨@syzthefuture Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Cbky4e Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YUmdV5 Fountain App: https://bit.ly/4e1ItAt Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/SyztheFuture Instagram: https://instagram.com/syzthefuture Website: http://syzthefuture.com

In the latest discussion, Simon Gerovich, CEO of Metaplanet and former Goldman Sachs derivatives trader, dives into innovative strategies for Bitcoin treasury companies. He explains the intricacies of their 555 fundraising plan and how moving strike warrants mimic ATM issuance in Japan. Simon also reveals his approach to risk management that preserves a pristine balance sheet and discusses the potential of the Japanese preferred market. Additionally, he shares insights on the growing institutional appetite for Bitcoin, highlighting how liquidity and market cap are pivotal.

In this enlightening chat, Dr. Chris Knobbe, an ophthalmologist and advocate for ancestral diets, dives into the hidden dangers of seed oils. He reveals how these oils, introduced in the 19th century, correlate with the rise of chronic diseases like obesity and heart disease. Chris discusses the toxic processes behind seed oil production and advocates for a return to traditional fats. He also highlights surprising impacts on skin health and the urgent need for public awareness and research into healthier dietary practices.

David Knight Legg (https://x.com/knightlegg) joins us one year after this pod was first conceived to reflect on a rather tumultuous twelve months. As anticipated David cuts through the headlines and performative politics to precisely hone in on what really is going on underlying the present geopolitical turmoil: the current energy play involving Russia and Iran, Trump's territorial assertions towards Greenland, the surprising elections in Canada and Australia, and the impact of technology on the next generation. As our first guest and also the first to reprise that role here at the show, David illuminates our understanding of the world and ourselves.

Simon Gerovich, President of Metaplanet, shares insights on his company's impressive rise in the stock market through a bold Bitcoin treasury strategy. He delves into what defines a Bitcoin treasury company and reveals why this model appeals to Japanese investors. Simon explains accretive dilution and the unique valuation metrics for Bitcoin companies while highlighting the cooperative spirit among Bitcoin treasuries. His strong bullish outlook on Bitcoin's future and personal commitment to the currency make for a compelling discussion on the evolving landscape of digital assets.

Charles-Henry Monchau (https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-henry-monchau-cfa-cmt-caia-4003096/) is the Chief Investment Officer at Bank Syz and leading voice on investing in global markets. Charles-Henry is a true citizen of the world -- Swiss-French by birth, growing up in Africa and having worked all over Europe and the Middle East. He drops into the studio to share his distinctive insights on the market on digital assets, free speech and ESG with a focus on what's in store for Europe. Join us to hear from one of the foremost thinkers about market challenges today. X (Twitter): https://x.com/syzthefuture Richard's X (Twitter): https://x.com/RichardByworth Find us on your favorite podcast channels: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Cbky4e Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YUmdV5 Fountain App: https://bit.ly/4e1ItAt Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-6810485 Instagram: https://instagram.com/syzthefuture Website: http://syzthefuture.com

The Bitcoin Public Initiative is a direct democratic effort by Luzius Meisser and Yves Bennaïm for the Swiss National Bank (SNB) to include bitcoin in its reserves. Luzius is a board member of Bitcoin Suisse and Bitcoin Association of Switzerland as well as founder of Meisser Economics and Frankencoin. Yves is founder of 2B4CH, a think tank on bitcoin's impact on society, and part of the Swiss representation to ISO on standards for blockchain and DLT. Both guests lead The Bitcoin Public Initiative, embodying direct democracy in action and prompting discussion on the role of bitcoin as a global reserve asset, the actual energy consumption of bitcoin mining and a comparative look at monetary policy worldwide. This discussion was recorded before any details were released about the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Digital Asset Stockpile. This is a uniquely relevant conversation in light of recent chatter about bitcoin as a reserve asset and not to be missed! X (Twitter): https://x.com/syzthefuture Richard's X (Twitter): https://x.com/RichardByworth Find us on your favorite podcast channels: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@syzthefuture Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Cbky4e Fountain App: https://bit.ly/4e1ItAt Rumble: https://bit.ly/3R5dKp6 Instagram: https://instagram.com/syzthefuture Website: http://syzthefuture.com

Jennifer Wines (https://x.com/jennifer__wines) is the Author of Invisible Wealth and a Certified Wealth Planning Advisor with novel insights into the evolution of wealth in our modern age. After many years spent at Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan and Fidelity, she observed that clients were reconceptualizing their definition of wealth (largely in part due to the standstill caused by the pandemic) and it set her off on a journey to further explore this question thoroughly. The result was the book Invisible Wealth where she sets out a framework for understanding wealth throughout history and evolving trends today, as well as the historic generational shift in wealth that is currently ongoing. This discussion provides a moment for reflection and consideration on what it really means to build wealth with value and according to our values. X (Twitter): https://x.com/syzthefuture Richard's X (Twitter): https://x.com/RichardByworth Find us on your favorite podcast channels: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Cbky4e Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YUmdV5 Fountain App: https://bit.ly/4e1ItAt Rumble: https://bit.ly/3R5dKp6 Instagram: https://instagram.com/syzthefuture Website: http://syzthefuture.com