Peter Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Blockchain.com, shares insights into the resilience of the cryptocurrency platform amidst a tumultuous market. With a focus on economic freedom, he discusses how Blockchain.com has adapted to changing demands and institutional interest. The conversation highlights the impact of regulatory changes and the importance of partnerships, like the one with the Dallas Cowboys. Smith also emphasizes the long-term outlook for Bitcoin and the need for trust in navigating the future of digital assets.

Gaurab Chakrabarti, Co-founder and CEO of Solugen, is on a mission to transform the $6 trillion chemicals industry with sustainable practices. He shares how a DIY reactor evolved into a groundbreaking company that mixes biology with machine learning. Discover the innovative ‘Bioforges’ that promise localized, efficient production, and learn about the vital role chemicals play in our lives. Gaurab discusses the challenges of disrupting traditional methods and the importance of strategic adaptability in fostering a cleaner, decarbonized future.

In this bonus episode of Invest in Progress, hear from the company revolutionising global money movement.With international payments a profitable afterthought for the banks, it’s been left to a newcomer to build the best way of moving money around the world. Meet Wise.Wise's chief executive and co-founder, Kristo Käärmann, and Scottish Mortgage deputy manager Lawrence Burns, discuss the fintech's remarkable rise, which offers low-cost, faster cross-border transactions for millions.Check the podcast description to ensure this content is suitable for you. Your capital is at risk. Credits:Presenter: Claire ShawProduction manager: Niamh KiddProduction team: Baillie Gifford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover how The Brandtech Group leads in AI marketing, creating content faster with better performance. Dive into the complex world of global brand marketing and the use of generative AI. Explore strategic investments in tech, the impact of the metaverse on advertising, and the vision for the future of marketing.

Pioneering a potential trillion-dollar industry, Climeworks removes CO2 from the air and stores it underground.In the latest episode of Scottish Mortgage’s Invest in Progress podcast, Climeworks co-founder Christoph Gebald explains the role the company hopes to play in mitigating those emissions that cannot be reduced by other means.Climeworks’ dedication to its mission, its innovative direct air capture technology, and its commitment to scaling carbon removal make it a key player in the fight against climate change. As the first company to establish commercial-scale operational plants, its Iceland plant is the only one with third-party verification of its carbon removal capabilities.Scottish Mortgage invests in Climeworks as an early pioneer in an industry addressing a global issue – climate change – where the company could become a significant presence over time. Within 25 years, direct air capture facilities could be as commonplace as wind or solar farms are today, and the industry an equivalent size to today’s oil and gas industry.Although still early in its journey, if the company succeeds in scaling, it has the potential to create a multi-billion-dollar revenue stream.If you're interested in using Climeworks’ service as an individual, visit: https://climeworks.com/subscriptionsCheck the podcast description to ensure this content is suitable for you. Your capital is at risk.Credits:Presenter: Claire ShawAudio production agency: ListenProducer: Shannon DelwicheExecutive producer: Suzy GrantProduction manager: Rachel KayEditorial lead: Malcolm Borthwick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stéphane Bancel believes Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine success could be the tip of the iceberg for its mRNA technology.In the latest episode of the Invest in Progress podcast, Moderna’s chief executive talks to Scottish Mortgage manager Tom Slater about the company’s remarkable achievements to date and what that means for its future potential.Moderna’s mRNA technology, which instructs cells to create proteins, allows it to develop effective solutions faster than traditional pharmaceutical approaches.The versatility of the company's mRNA technology means it can potentially address some of the biggest unmet health needs of our time. That includes respiratory illnesses, cancer and infectious diseases, offering hope for millions of patients worldwide.Bancel explains why the technology’s adaptability, along with Moderna’s innovative approach to scaling up manufacturing, could revolutionise how we treat disease and secure future revenues.The company's commitment to research and development and its relentless focus on science and innovation positions it as a leader in mRNA-based medicines. That, along with the many potential uses of mRNA earns it its place in the Scottish Mortgage portfolio.If successful, Moderna could have a significant impact on healthcare, preventing millions of deaths and improving access to healthcare worldwide. Check the podcast description to ensure this content is suitable for you. Your capital is at risk.Credits:Presenter: Claire ShawAudio production agency: ListenProducer: Shannon DelwicheExecutive producer: Suzy GrantProduction manager: Niamh KiddEditorial lead: Malcolm Borthwick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joby Aviation’s Paul Sciarra on why we’re closer to the Jetson future of flying cars than people might think.The latest episode of the Scottish Mortgage podcast Invest in Progress features Joby Aviation. Its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVOTL) aircrafts are well-placed to revolutionise how people travel in modern cities.These aircrafts have features resembling an SUV, take off and land like a helicopter, but fly like a traditional aircraft. The fully electric vehicles deliver quiet, fast and green aerial transportation for trips anywhere between zero and 100 miles. And the end goal is to commercialise the aircraft as an “aerial taxi service” in busy city centres. In other words, to become the Uber of the skies.In developing this mode of transport, Joby have harnessed the opportunity to address congestion, decrease operating costs, limit the carbon footprint and reduce the noise of aircraft.Scottish Mortgage's investment reflects its recognition of Joby’s potential to disrupt the transportation industry. The company’s innovative technology, strategic partnerships and safety commitment position it for long-term success.Join investment manager Tom Slater as he welcomes Joby’s Executive Chairman Paul Sciarra onto the podcast, and learn more about the future of urban transport.Check the podcast description to ensure this content is suitable for you. Your capital is at risk.Credits:Presenter: Claire Shaw Audio production agency: Listen Producer: Shannon Delwiche Executive producer: Suzy Grant Production manager: Niamh Kidd Editorial lead: Malcolm Borthwick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HelloFresh CEO Dominik Richter shares why his company is on a mission to “to change the way people eat forever”.The latest episode of the Scottish Mortgage Invest in Progress podcast centres on Berlin-based HelloFresh, the successful meal kit delivery service, providing the exact amount of ingredients required with easy-to-follow recipe cards, direct to your doorstep.As well as taking the hassle out of grocery shopping and meal planning for busy households, this approach streamlines the supply chain, reducing food wastage, improving freshness, and speeding up the time from farm to front door.Scottish Mortgage’s Lawrence Burns sits down with Dominik to hear about the art and science of recipe development and delivery, and how the company is flexing its existing capabilities and relationships to enter other areas. Up next? Ready meals. Check the podcast description to ensure this content is suitable for you. Your capital is at risk. Credits:Presenter: Claire ShawAudio production agency: ListenProducer: Shannon Delwiche Executive producer: Suzy GrantProduction manager: Niamh KiddEditorial lead: Malcolm Borthwick  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aurora's CEO Chris Urmson discusses how autonomous trucks can solve the challenges in the trucking industry, such as driver shortages and increasing demand. He explains the potential revolutionary impact of autonomous vehicles, the importance of partnerships and collaboration, the process of building autonomous trucks, the significance of founder-led companies and company culture, and the vast opportunity in the autonomous trucking industry.

Invest in Progress from Scottish Mortgage is back. In season two, we head behind the scenes with the founders and leaders of some of the most innovative companies of our time. We welcome well-known brands such as Moderna and HelloFresh, as well as some you may not have heard of yet like Climeworks, who is on a mission to remove carbon dioxide from the air, Joby Aviation who is pioneering electric air taxis and Aurora who is developing technology to make trucks autonomous.Season two will be available from Tuesday 31 October 2024. Hit follow to never miss an episode.  Check the podcast description to ensure this content is suitable for you. Your capital is at risk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.