Alt Funds Network

Mike Schroeder
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Aug 7, 2025 • 38min

#119 Harrison Frye, Acquire.fi - Crypto M&A and Secondary Markets

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Harrison Frye:Website: https://www.acquire.fi/LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/harrisonfryeLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/acquire-fiX: https://x.com/FryeCryptoGuyX: https://x.com/Acquire_FiDeal flow channelhttps://t.me/+rWTKE3JMIyI2Mzhk Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:39 Harrison Frye's Background in Crypto01:50 The Birth of Acquire.Fi02:52 Exploring Acquire.Fi's Business Model03:17 Understanding Secondary Markets and OTC Deals06:32 Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions in Web316:20 Case Studies and Real-World Examples17:33 Buyer and Seller Processes22:22 Success Fee Structure and Market Trends22:41 Current Market Conditions and Trends23:52 Challenges and Opportunities in Launchpads26:52 Regulatory Challenges in Crypto M&A28:22 Impact of Major Events on Deals34:10 Role of AI in Deal Matching and Due Diligence35:53 Connecting with Acquire for Deal Flow Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Aug 5, 2025 • 40min

#118 Nick Santomauro, Figure Markets - Stablecoins, Exchanges and Tokenized Debt

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Nick Santomauro:Website: https://www.figuremarkets.com/X: https://x.com/figuremarkets?lang=en Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:46 Launching a New Stablecoin01:52 Evolution of Stablecoins03:26 Yield-Bearing Stablecoins05:57 Banking and Stablecoins15:45 Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)21:01 HELOC Business Boom22:16 User Experience with Figure HELOC23:05 B2B Lending and Tokenized Debt23:41 Scaling and Market Penetration25:44 Blockchain's Impact on Lending28:07 Genius Act and Stablecoins33:04 Future of Stocks on Blockchain38:19 Final Thoughts and Sales Pitch Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 49min

#117 Patrick Dunlop, Jackal Labs & Jackal Protocol - Decentralized Storage and Cybersecurity

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Patrick Dunlop:Company Website: https://www.jackalprotocol.com/Company Website: https://www.jackallabs.io/X: @Jackal_ProtocolX: @OSINTDunny Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:51 Patrick's Journey into Crypto03:40 Challenges in Traditional Recovery07:19 Decentralized Storage vs Traditional Storage10:25 Building Decentralized Infrastructure13:15 Data Integrity and Recovery Process24:06 AI and Cybersecurity Threats25:49 The Rising Threat of Cyber Attacks26:35 Blockchain as a Security Solution27:29 Crypto Insurance and Recovery Services28:27 Challenges in Cyber Insurance29:23 Targeting Small Businesses31:41 Misconceptions About Backups35:39 Practical Cyber Hygiene Tips43:49 Jackal's Roadmap and Future Plans47:46 Conclusion and Contact Information Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 31min

#116 Matt Cooperman, Skill Tree Strategies - Adapting in the Crypto Space

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Matt Cooperman:Website: https://skilltreestrategies.com/Email: m.cooperman@skilltreestrategies.com Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:32 The Origin of Skill Tree02:11 Pivot to Capital Allocation05:10 Building a Network of Traders and Investors06:32 Role of Placement Agents vs. Broker Dealers07:52 How Broker Dealers Operate10:57 Types of Funds and Strategies21:59 Investor Landscape and Allocation Trends29:28 Future of Crypto Trading and Advice for Emerging Managers Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jul 17, 2025 • 39min

#115 Joe Sando &  Mark Adams, Fortuna Funds - Insights from Launching and Managing and ETF

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Joe Sando and Mark Adams:Company Website: Fortunafunds.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortuna-fundsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Fortuna-Funds/61567146577351/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortunafunds/ Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Alt Funds Network Podcast00:23 Introducing Joe Sando and Mark Adams00:37 Launching the New ETF01:04 Joe's Background in Sales and Marketing02:47 Mark's Expertise in Options Trading03:31 The Inspiration Behind Fortuna Hedge Bitcoin Fund06:29 The Strategy Behind HBTC15:10 Setting Up Fortuna Funds20:46 Navigating the Legal Setup and Market Maker Challenges22:03 The Role of Ibit Options and Wolverine in Our Launch23:25 Choosing the Right Trust Model and Cost Considerations26:29 Marketing and Distribution Strategies for ETFs33:18 Future Outlook and Advice for Aspiring Fund Managers38:09 Connecting with Fortuna Funds Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 44min

#114 Derek Osgood, DoubleO - Streamlining Business Processes Using AI

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Derek Osgood:Website: https://www.doubleo.ai/LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/derekosgood3 Timestamps:00:00 Introduction to the Alt Funds Network Podcast00:41 Derek Osgood's Journey into Tech and AI01:49 The Birth of DoubleO Process Automation03:37 Understanding AI Agents and Their Applications06:23 Ensuring Reliability in AI Workflows11:00 Challenges in AI Adoption and Automation13:20 Popular Use Cases and Industry Impact18:56 Debunking AI Myths and Data Security22:58 Data Security and Masking Techniques23:40 AI's Impact on Job Security and Public Perception24:31 Integrating AI with Software Tools25:35 API vs Browser-Based Automation29:06 Horizontal vs Vertical AI Solutions32:52 Getting Started with DoubleO35:58 Use Cases in Marketing and Finance38:54 Comparing Workflow Automation Tools41:39 Adoption of AI in Organizations43:20 Conclusion and Contact Information Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 44min

#113 Brook Scardina, Oak Real Estate Partners - The Strategic Advantage of Private Credit

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQConnect with Brook Scardina:Email:  scardina@oakrepartners.com.  Timestamps:00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:35 Brook's Professional Journey02:32 Understanding Private Credit02:51 Market Volatility and Investment Strategies04:36 Advantages of Private Credit06:10 Oak Real Estate Partners' Approach13:48 Risk Mitigation and Fraud Prevention15:06 Speed and Efficiency in Lending16:18 Case Study: Industrial Complex in Melbourne17:34 Investor Education and Market Trends22:30 The Appeal of Private Credit23:05 Concerns and Risks in Private Credit24:34 Strategic Focus on Multifamily Housing26:31 Loan Structuring and Market Dynamics32:46 Investor Appetite and Market Trends39:42 Social Impact and Strategic Initiatives42:22 Conclusion and Contact Information Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 36min

#112 Evgeny Gokhberg, Re7 Capital - DePIN, SocialFi & DeFi Vaults - An Institutional Prospective

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Evgeny Gokhberg:Website: https://re7.capital/ X: https://x.com/Re7CapitalX: https://x.com/Re7labsTelegram: https://t.me/+cnFgL485oAMyODU8 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:47 Journey into Crypto and Blockchain02:36 Understanding DeFi and Vaults05:03 Risk Management in DeFi08:27 Evolution and Future of DeFi19:19 Exploring DePIN, SocialFi, and ReStaking32:56 Challenges and Opportunities in DeFi35:36 Conclusion and Contact Information Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jun 24, 2025 • 52min

#111 Francisco Quartin de Macedo, NHD Capital - From Sports Betting to High-Frequency Crypto Trading

Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇  https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Francisco Quartin de Macedo:Website: https://www.nhd.capital/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fqmX: https://x.com/fquartinmacedo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fqmacedo/?hl=en Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:39 Francisco's Early Life and Love for Numbers01:39 Teenage Ventures into Sports Betting02:07 Academic Pursuits and Entrepreneurial Spirit06:39 Transition to Crypto and Hedge Funds10:57 Founding a Consciousness-Driven Hedge Fund13:01 Mental Health and Personal Growth Journey18:28 Integrating Mental Health into Professional Life20:13 Practical Tips for Mental Well-being26:54 Breaking Taboos and Advocating for Mental Health27:28 Optimizing Body and Mind for Success28:42 The Role of Coaches and Psychologists29:33 Systematizing Trading and Personal Development30:40 Fund Strategy and Jurisdiction Challenges32:48 Building a High-Performance Fund35:55 Overcoming Operational Hurdles40:58 Fundraising and Investor Relations41:58 Future Roadmap and Vision44:04 Personal Development and Neuroplasticity50:51 Conclusion and Contact Information Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 54min

#110 Gautam Ganeshan & Anthony Tuths, KPMG - Audit and Tax For Crypto Funds

Find us online: https://altfunds.io/Email us with topic ideas: info@altfunds.ioSpotify: https://bit.ly/4afXcanApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4akXAUSGoogle: https://bit.ly/4am9oXk 👇 Click Below to be a guest on our video podcast: 👇https://bit.ly/46X7cSQ Connect with Gautam Ganeshan & Anthony Tuths:Company Website: Www.kpmg.com/ky/en/home.hmtlLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gautam-ganeshan-cpa-ca-cfa-4696931a/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-tuths-7123465X: @AnthonyTuths Background: Gautam Ganeshan is a Partner at KPMG in the Cayman Islands where he focuses on the audits of hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital funds with a more recent focus on digital asset funds. Gautam has been with KPMG for over 15 years and launched the digital asset practice at KPMG Cayman over 8 years ago. Tony Tuths is a tax partner in KPMG's New York office and leads the digital asset practice across the U.S.Timestamps:00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:38 Backgrounds of Our Guests01:54 KPMG's Entry into Digital Assets03:58 Building Expertise and Tools05:46 Challenges and Evolution in the Crypto Space15:08 Valuation and Pricing of Digital Assets26:27 Tax Implications and Common Questions29:45 Navigating Tax Complexities for Foreign Investors30:39 Exploring Liquid Staking and Market Conventions31:20 The Debate on Wrapping Tokens and Tax Implications32:28 Tokenization of Private Funds: Opportunities and Challenges36:02 The Future of Tokenized Assets and Market Evolution46:49 Regulatory Clarity and Market Adaptation50:34 Exciting Developments in Tokenized Funds and Stablecoins53:02 Connecting with KPMG Experts Disclaimer:Alt Funds Network LLC and its affiliates, episode guests, and the companies they represent do not provide tax, legal or accounting or investment advice. This material has been prepared for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, accounting, and investment professionals before engaging in any transaction or making any financial or legal decision based on your specific situation.Big Rock - Take the Lead by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100305Artist: http://incompetech.com/

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