Is Bitcoin digital gold, a risk asset, or something entirely different?

In the first episode of The Modern Investor Podcast, Finimize CEO Carl Hazeley sits down with Chris Bendiksen, Head of Bitcoin Research at CoinShares, to unpack one of the most debated assets in modern investing.

They discuss Bitcoin's fundamentals, whether it can act as a safe haven during periods of market turbulence, as well as Chris's outlook on Bitcoin's long-term future.

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After some too much turkey and an unfamiliar chocolate dessert, the Finimize analysts huddled in the studio for a chance to talk markets. They went around the room, sharing their big takeaways, the events that surprised them, and the things they see just ahead for this quarter-century year. They also dished about the trends and risks that they see mostly flying under the radar. 

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Time and time again, marketers get stuck in the same dilemma. How do I really show ROI for my marketing spend? 

Today, Max is joined by Natwest CMO Margaret Jobling, who shares her powerful blueprint for maximizing ROI through a balance of brand building, performance, and experimentation. 

With a career spanning iconic brands like Cadbury’s, British Gas, and Bird’s Eye, Margaret reveals how to break free from “rearview” marketing, and drive real business impact.

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Imagine being handed a million pounds to develop a groundbreaking idea—but you can’t get your client to see its value. Is it their fault? Or does the responsibility fall on how you tell the story? Today, Max sits down with Nils Leonard, co-founder of one of the hottest creative agencies on the planet, Uncommon.

Nils has led viral campaigns for brands like British Airways, Nike, Monzo, and EA Sports, earning multiple Grand Prix Awards at Cannes Lions along the way. 

Max and Nils break down what separates the meaningful from the mediocre and why finance needs creativity now more than ever.

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It’d be easy to think about Microsoft and Nvidia in the same way. But the two AI stock darlings have more that separates them than unites them. In today’s Podcast, Stephen Yiu – the CIO of Blue Whale Growth Fund – chats with Carl about what sets the two tech giants apart.

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Adam Nash is one of the most influential leaders in fintech. As the former President and CEO of Wealthfront, he scaled assets under management from $100 million to over $4 billion. He's also held pivotal roles at top Silicon Valley companies like Apple, eBay, LinkedIn, and Dropbox. Right now, Adam's leading his latest venture, Daffy, a start-up democratising charitable giving.

Today, Adam and Max talk about the true meaning of trust in the world of finance, Adam’s biggest lesson from working with Steve Jobs, and why product leadership is so critical to delighting your customers. 

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Unlock the secrets of exceptional marketing with Johan Jervøe, former CMO of UBS and Intel. Max and Johan discuss the power of customer insight, how to leverage celebrity endorsements, the art of crafting campaigns that really resonate, and much more.

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On today's episode, Carl and the gang dive into the fundamentals of personal finance. They explore essential topics like how much cash you should really hold, and how to use it, pensions, fixing mortgage rates, and balancing risk and return in your retirement planning. Hear from Stéphane Renevier, Reda Farran, Theodora Lee Joseph, and Russell Burns.

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No one knows Warren Buffett like David Kass: the finance professor's been tracking the Oracle’s every move since the 1980s. He sat down with our show's producer, Guy Gardener, to explain what he thinks about Buffett's latest stock moves – and what he might do next.

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Discover what it takes to be a top-tier CMO with Citi's Alex Craddock. From transforming the iShares brand to leading game-changing campaigns, Craddock shares his secrets on mastering data, technology, and business growth. 

Get insider tips on leadership, mentorship, and crafting bold, visionary marketing strategies. Perfect for aspiring CMOs and seasoned pros alike—this episode is your blueprint for marketing success.

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The show gives you everything you need to know about the day's biggest financial stories and trends, in five minutes or less - plus a regular Q+A with our world-class analysts.