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True North is a decentralized collective of investors, analysts, and capital structure experts exploring the outer edges of Bitcoin, digital credit, collateralized finance and macro econ. From balance sheets to basis trades, we follow and emit signal with conviction and a healthy disregard for conventional wisdom. True North is powered by Strive.

  1. 1D AGO

    Reimagining Money | True North Podcast | Ep. 67

    Agenda: STRC analysis (VWAP / risk) Market Benchmarks & Capital Flow Comparisons Bitcoin Supply, Demand & Price Impact 4.Yield, Performance & Strategic Positioning Have questions? Ask on our website! https://tnorth.com/ask Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ SALT: https://saltlending.com/ ABUNDANT MINES: https://abundantmines.com Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).* Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 20m

  2. MAY 15

    The World Has Changed... | True North Podcast | Ep. 66

    🎛️ As of this recording, 5/14/26, Strategy's (MSTR) performance: * Open: $177.85 * Close: $186.97 * Volume: ~15.9M Shares * mNAV: ~1.23 * Market Cap: ~ $65.5B * BTC: 818,869 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & INSIGHTS: * 00:00:00 - Intro And NFA: Educational discussion and disclaimers * 00:07:05 - Daily Dividend Breakthrough: First US security with daily payouts * 00:14:03 - Stablecoin Arbitrage Surface: Dividend frequency expands carry trade activity * 00:17:23 - Dividend Market Psychology: Daily payouts sustain investor engagement * 00:19:09 - Credit Risk Modeling: Evaluating perpetual dividend sustainability * 00:22:16 - Daily Yield Tokenization: DeFi liquidity models disrupted by SATA * 00:26:23 - DRIP Compounding Mechanics: Daily reinvestment increases effective yield * 00:30:53 - 13% Yield Product: Public preferred equity launches daily income * 00:32:32 - Structured Credit Evolution: Bitcoin credit wrapped into rated products * 00:35:03 - Bitcoin Payment Rails: Lightning enables instant Bitcoin spending * 00:38:34 - Digital Credit Unlock: SATA acts as instant global credit layer * 00:39:50 - STRC Trading Explosion: Ex-dividend dates drive massive trading volume * 00:42:59 - Institutional Carry Trades: Quant funds exploit dividend arbitrage spreads * 00:47:32 - Liquidity Centralization Effects: US markets concentrate digital credit liquidity * 00:49:28 - Sticky Yield Behavior: Daily dividends reduce investor selling pressure * 00:52:11 - Leveraged SATA Trading: Margin carry trades amplify yield exposure * 00:56:03 - Bitcoin Trojan Horse: Digital credit drives indirect Bitcoin adoption * 00:58:37 - Capital Gravity Effects: Stable assets attract institutional capital flows * 01:04:45 - Bitcoin Risk Mispricing: Probability models create asymmetric market alpha * 01:11:14 - Insurance Balance Sheet: Duration matching liabilities with Bitcoin reserves * 01:14:25 - IPO Risk Transfer: Public equities distribute leveraged Bitcoin exposure * 01:16:05 - MSTR Trading Chaos: Hedging flows create persistent alpha opportunities * 01:20:48 - Bitcoin Regulatory Tailwinds: Clarity Act accelerates digital credit adoption * 01:23:50 - Bitcoin Capital Markets: STRC volume signals securitization acceleration * 01:27:33 - Soleil's Final Thoughts: Digital credit transforms Bitcoin capital markets * 01:29:15 - Dan's Final Thoughts: Long-term digital credit market outlook * 01:30:37 - Jeff's Final Thoughts: Bitcoin capital markets continue accelerating Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ SALT: https://saltlending.com/ ABUNDANT MINES: https://abundantmines.com See our website: https://tnorth.com Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. \ True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).\* \ Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 26m

  3. MAY 7

    Credit Quality Accelerating | True North Podcast | Ep. 65

    🎛️ As of this recording, 5/6/26, Strategy's (MSTR) performance: * Open: $184.57 * Close: $186.82 * Volume: ~14.3M Shares * mNAV: ~1.28 * Market Cap: ~ $64B * BTC: 818,334 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & INSIGHTS: * 00:00:00 - Intro: TN trailer and not financial advice * 00:03:06 - Recent Market Reactions: Strategy earnings call sparks polarized sentiment * 00:05:17 - Selling Bitcoin And Converts: BTC sale implications and debt cleanup optionality * 00:13:36 - Bitcoin Liquidity And Preferreds: Market depth strengthens perpetual capital optionality * 00:17:50 - Bitcoin Tax Loss Strategy: BTC sales fund dividends and optimize tax basis * 00:25:43 - Credit Arbitrage And mNAV: Preferred flows, dilution math, and amplification mechanics * 00:31:24 - Amplification And Credit Risk: Modeling leverage, volatility, and dividend durability * 00:35:03 - Stakeholder Capital Framework: Balancing common equity, credit holders, and Bitcoin * 00:39:40 - Bitcoin Buyer And Risk Models: Strategy demand, volatility, and amplification scenarios * 00:44:58 - Bitcoin Per Share Thesis: mNAV valuation and long-term equity amplification * 00:49:35 - Digital Credit Expansion: Layered leverage and Bitcoin-backed financial products * 00:53:50 - DeFi Yield Markets: Pendle, tranching, and smart contract risk dynamics * 00:57:35 - Bitcoin-Backed Credit Markets: Digital credit reshapes global debt infrastructure * 01:02:40 - Bitcoin Adoption And Inflation: Retail demand and monetary debasement tailwinds * 01:07:45 - Sticky Features And Scale: Amazon-style adoption and long-term risk pricing * 01:12:45 - Insurance And Digital Credit: Bitcoin-backed balance sheets and AI disruption * 01:17:35 - Bitcoin Conference Insights: Institutional adoption, mining, and business integration * 01:23:25 - Bitcoin Business Adoption: Digital credit community expansion * 01:25:16 - Digital Credit Adoption: Bitcoin-backed finance and competitive business advantages * 01:28:54 - Dan’s Final Thoughts: BTC per share, mNAV, and shareholder accretion * 01:30:16 - Mason’s Final Thoughts: Bitcoin yield, buybacks, and shareholder optimism * 01:33:21 - Grain’s Final Thoughts: Bullish outlook on Bitcoin yield and shareholder value * 01:34:22 - Jeff’s Final Thoughts: Stream updates, tokenization, and ecosystem growth Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ SALT: https://saltlending.com/ See our website: https://tnorth.com Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. \ True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).\* \ Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 35m

  4. APR 23

    The Dividend Machine | True North Podcast | Ep. 64

    🎛️ As of this recording, 4/22/26, Strategy's (MSTR) performance: * Open: $174.93 * Close: $179.36 * Volume: ~31.9M Shares * mNAV: ~1.25 * Market Cap: ~ $60.1B * BTC: 815,061 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & INSIGHTS: * 00:00:00 - Trailer: Preview of key topics and themes * 00:03:00 - Recent News: Jeff on rapid market developments * 00:06:40 - Balance Sheet Growth: Assets rise from recent tailwinds * 00:08:13 - Leverage Profile: Debt ratio and downside thresholds * 00:09:07 - Dividend Structure Change: Shift to semi-monthly payouts * 00:12:54 - mNAV Premium: Raising capital above asset value * 00:14:12 - Audio Issue: Grain speaking while muted * 00:15:14 - Fiat System Outlook: Structural imbalance and long-term risks * 00:16:20 - Market Participation Shift: Volume drives trading behavior * 00:19:58 - Income Demand Shift: Yield focus drives investor interest * 00:22:31 - Price Stability Narrative: Instrument holds through volatility * 00:25:30 - True North Event: Vegas meetup at Bitcoin conference * 00:26:29 - Investor Skepticism: Debate on risk and principal return * 00:27:42 - Covered Call Management: Sole discusses rolling positions * 00:30:14 - Earnings Outlook: Projected net income and narrative impact * 00:33:59 - Structured Credit Buildout: Tranching, risk buffers, and scaling framework * 00:42:04 - Rating Agency Path: Structuring for credit ratings * 00:47:05 - Implementation Pathway: Raising capital and building structure * 00:53:24 - Capital Access Constraints: Limits for US-based investors * 00:56:56 - Structured Finance Case Study: Natural gas cash flow tranching * 01:01:38 - Innovation Mindset: Builders shaping financial future * 01:07:38 - Early Adopter Advantage: Retail leads new instruments * 01:11:22 - Institutional Entry Timing: Later adoption impacts returns * 01:12:30 - Rate Outlook Narrative: AI used to justify rate shifts * 01:13:46 - Long-Term Demand Thesis: Sustaining high yield environment * 01:16:34 - Capital Rotation Dynamics: Equity profits move into credit * 01:19:44 - Convertible Strategy: Balancing downside protection and upside * 01:22:48 - Liquidity Environment Shift: Capital flows and macro setup * 01:25:21 - Valuation Framework Shift: Balance sheet over cash flow * 01:28:15 - Risk-Free Debate: Questioning traditional benchmarks * 01:31:20 - Soleil’s Final Thoughts: Risk, conviction and allocation * 01:33:27 - Narrative and Sentiment: Grain on framing and perception * 01:37:20 - Mason’s Final Thoughts: Opportunity sizing, positioning, conviction * 01:40:56 - Dan’s Final Thoughts: Product evolution, structure, and demand * 01:42:04 - Jeff’s Final Thoughts: Macro framing, capital flows, and outlook Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ SALT: https://saltlending.com/ See our website: https://tnorth.com Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).* Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 44m

  5. APR 16

    Calling The Shot | True North Podcast | Ep. 63

    🎛️ As of this recording, 4/15/26, Strategy's (MSTR) performance: * Open: $139.75 * Close: $143.54 * Volume: 13.9M Shares * mNAV: ~1.15 * Market Cap: ~ $47.9B * BTC: 780,897 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & INSIGHTS: * 00:00:00 - Intro: TN trailer and not financial advice * 00:03:33 - True North Agenda: Purpose, hosts, and show structure * 00:05:19 - Team First Takes: Macro outlook, Bitcoin, and sentiment * 00:13:59 - STRC Arbitrage Setup: Dividend pricing inefficiency explained * 00:18:08 - Capital Scale Visualized: Billion-scale liquidity perspective * 00:19:23 - Capital Markets Shift: New credit instruments driving demand * 00:25:42 - Balance Sheet Flywheel: Capital infrastructure capturing flows * 00:27:15 - STRC Demand Growth: Institutional scale and liquidity expansion * 00:32:36 - Yield Dislocation Signals: Pricing inefficiencies and buyer dominance * 00:34:20 - Credit Market Expansion: Digital credit targeting large TAM * 00:36:42 - Inflation Mechanics Breakdown: Monetary expansion and asset impact * 00:37:28 - Debasement Math Framework: Rule of 72 purchasing erosion * 00:41:43 - Leverage Risk Analysis: Balance sheets, collateral, downside risk * 00:47:48 - Issuance Constraints Explained: Collateral limits and leverage capacity * 00:52:00 - Bitcoin Price Impact: Capital deployment influencing market structure * 00:53:17 - mNAV Allocation Strategy: Dilution timing and capital efficiency * 00:57:15 - Rate Regime Dynamics: Interest rates shaping capital allocation * 00:58:15 - Financial Repression Setup: Policy pressure driving risk assets * 01:01:55 - Instrument Pricing Inefficiency: Yield distortions and gaps * 01:05:01 - Market Structure Signals: Liquidity shifts and capital rotation * 01:07:24 - Options Strategy Framework: Yield capture, leverage, positioning dynamics * 01:13:14 - Capital Allocation Deep Dive: mNAV, BTC per share, scaling strategy * 01:19:33 - Issuance Scaling Dynamics: Capital deployment and BTC accumulation pace * 01:23:09 - Capital Structure Mechanics: Issuance layering and efficiency gains * 01:24:44 - Media Narrative Debate: Coffeezilla, Bankless, and risk framing * 01:26:42 - Soleil's Final Thoughts * 01:29:05 - Mason's Final Thoughts * 01:33:29 - Grain's final thoughts * 01:38:38 - Dan's Final Thoughts * 01:39:55 - Jeff's Final Thoughts Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ Horizon: https://joinhorizon.com/?ref=TRUENORTH SALT: https://saltlending.com/ MSTR Links: * https://www.mstr-tracker.com * https://saylortracker.com/ * https://robinhood.com/us/en/stocks/MSTR/ * https://www.strategy.com/ * https://strc.live/ Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).* Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 39m

  6. APR 9

    MSTR Can Buy More BTC Than Sellers Can Sell | True North Podcast | Ep. 62

    Agenda: Volume & Liquidity Sharpe Ratio vs Sortino Ratio - Risk / Return Metrics Market Happenings (MS / Citadel / Blackrock) When MSTR 1M BTC? TN Community Questions Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ Horizon: https://joinhorizon.com/?ref=TRUENORTH Have questions? Ask the team here: https://tnorth.com/ask/ TRUE NORTH LINKS: True North Website: https://tnorth.com X: https://x.com/MSTRTrueNorth 🛒 MERCH: https://thehodlshop.com/collections/t… Youtube: / @btctruenorth MSTR Links: https://www.mstr-tracker.com https://saylortracker.com/ https://robinhood.com/us/en/stocks/MSTR/ https://www.strategy.com/ https://strc.live/ Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).* Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 36m

  7. APR 2

    The Mechanics of Capital and Digital Credit | True North Podcast | Ep. 61

    🧭 True North episode 61: Bitcoin meets capital markets as investors explore digital credit, leverage, and macro risk. From MSTR aalysis to portfolio construction, the discussion breaks down adoption, liquidity dynamics, and why Bitcoin is reshaping capital allocation. 🎛️ As of this recording, 4/1/26, Strategy's (MSTR) performance: Open: $126.18 Close: $122.78 Volume: 15.4M Shares mNAV: ~1.19 Market Cap: ~ $42.4B BTC: 762,099 Have questions you want covered in the livestream? Ask them here: https://tnorth.com/ask/ ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & INSIGHTS: 00:00:00 - Episode Intro 00:01:20 - Agenda and current events: macro setup, topics, market context 00:05:38 - Bitcoin TradFi adoption: allocator perspective on mispricing 00:08:49 - Credit structuring mechanics: tranching volatility into yield layers 00:11:07 - Tokenization and liquidity: STRC volume, options, market structure 00:14:29 - Bear market strategy: building, educating, launching new products 00:22:41 - MSTR balance sheet: leverage, BTC holdings, capital strength 00:26:45 - Treasury company scaling: efficiency, multiples, capital allocation 00:31:01 - Federal Reserve policy: liquidity, rates, balance sheet strategy 00:36:09 - Macro complexity risks: second-order effects and system fragility 00:38:15 - Liquidity trap dynamics: capital idle, velocity collapse, inflation risk 00:43:28 - Debt and macro pressure: deficits, interest burden, systemic risk 00:45:47 - Portfolio and digital credit: allocation shift, yield vs volatility 00:56:56 - Bitcoin allocation shift: portfolio transition, risk and time horizon 00:59:12 - Bitcoin risk framework: counterparty risk, allocation philosophy shift 01:05:43 - Equity purpose rethink: cash flow claims vs speculative growth 01:10:40 - Scarcity premium thesis: Bitcoin vs traditional monetary assets 01:14:14 - Equity capital mechanics: purpose of equity and capital raising role 01:19:55 - Equity market incentives: EPS focus, buybacks, capital allocation 01:22:50 - Bitcoin adoption curve: talent inflow, ecosystem growth, structural shift 01:26:40 - Ownership and concentration: conviction bets vs diversification tradeoffs 01:29:40 - Volatility risk framing: perceived volatility vs actual systemic risk 01:33:08 - Risk underwriting approach: probability, downside, survivability focus 01:41:47 - Dan’s final thoughts: closing perspective on markets and outlook 01:42:55 - Grant’s final thoughts: closing perspective on markets and outlook 01:44:35 - Jeff’s final thoughts: closing perspective on markets and outlook 01:48:20 - Ben’s final thoughts: closing perspective on markets and outlook 01:53:00 - Grain’s final thoughts: closing perspective on markets and outlook Check out our upcoming live events and join us in person! https://tnorth.com/events/ Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ Horizon: https://joinhorizon.com/?ref=TRUENORTH TRUE NORTH LINKS: True North Website: https://tnorth.com X: https://x.com/MSTRTrueNorth 🛒 MERCH: https://thehodlshop.com/collections/t… Youtube: / @btctruenorth True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at [www.sec.gov](http://www.sec.gov).* Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

    1h 55m

  8. MAR 26

    Beneath The Surface, A System In Motion | True North Podcast | Ep. 60

    🧭 True North episode 60: 🎛️ As of this recording, 3/25/26, Strategy's (MSTR) performance: * Open: $144.99 * Close: $140.40 * Volume: 18.7M Shares * mNAV: ~1.19 * Market Cap: ~ $48.8 and 3B * BTC: 762,099 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & INSIGHTS: * 00:00:00 - Intro: Podcast setup and discussion scope * 00:02:18 - Market Events Overview: Macro news and volatility drivers * 00:04:52 - Information Warfare Shift: Social media distorts market signals * 00:06:50 - Geopolitical Risk Premium: Conflict uncertainty drives Bitcoin demand * 00:08:58 - MSTR Capital Strategy: ATM programs and capital structure expansion * 00:12:52 - STRC Arbitrage Window: Record date flows and liquidity dynamics * 00:17:50 - Options Hedging Framework: Intraweek options and credit hedging strategies * 00:20:28 - Carry Trade Risks: Dividend timing and execution risk dynamics * 00:26:04 - Yield Stability Thesis: Dividend demand and arbitrage compression * 00:31:35 - Private Credit Breakdown: Liquidity stress and structural cracks * 00:37:13 - Generational Capital Shift: Wealth transfer and investment behavior * 00:39:15 - Real Estate Thesis: Land value, credit, and AI impact * 00:50:20 - Credit Rating Debate: Bitcoin valuation and rating implications * 00:54:10 - Cost of Capital Dynamics: Yield thresholds and capital allocation shifts * 00:58:21 - Bitcoin Re-Rating Catalyst: Credit upgrade and S&P inclusion implications * 01:02:03 - Digital Credit Strategy: Revenue model and business pivot decisions * 01:06:19 - Market Perception Shift: Bitcoin legitimacy and institutional framing * 01:09:09 - Bitcoin Legitimacy Curve: Institutional adoption and risk reframing * 01:15:10 - Digital Credit Platform: Tools, models, and research ecosystem * 01:20:47 - AI Compute Economics: Monetization models and infrastructure risks * 01:35:04 - AI Infrastructure Evolution: Local models and compute commoditization * 01:38:50 - Local AI Breakthrough: Compression enables on-device intelligence * 01:46:55 - Digital Capital Future: Bitcoin, AI, and credit convergence * 01:54:39 - Closing thoughts Powered by: Strive: https://Strive.com True North Website: https://www.tnorth.com Thank you to our Sponsors: BitGo: https://www.bitgo.com/ Horizon: https://joinhorizon.com/?ref=TRUENORTH TRUE NORTH LINKS: * True North Website: https://tnorth.com * X: https://x.com/MSTRTrueNorth * 🛒 MERCH: https://thehodlshop.com/collections/true-north * Youtube: @MSTRTrueNorth MSTR Links: * https://www.mstr-tracker.com * https://saylortracker.com/ * https://robinhood.com/us/en/stocks/MSTR/ * https://www.strategy.com/ Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions. • True North does not intend for anything herein to be considered an offer or sale of any securities, including those of Strive. True North encourages listeners to consult with their tax and investment advisors. Additional information on any securities or issuers referenced herein can be found in such issuers’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including any registration statements, prospectuses and prospectus supplements for each issuers’ securities. Listeners should read such documents and other documents incorporated by reference therein or that such issuer has filed with the SEC for more complete information. You may get these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Any securities referred to herein, including those of True North’s parent Strive, are not collateralized by underlying bitcoin holdings and may be subordinated to senior claims. There are no guarantee of returns liquidity or future performance. The securities referred to herein are neither bank deposits, nor FDIC insured, nor regulated in the same way, and do not have the same regulatory and other protections as bank accounts, money market funds, treasuries, or similar investments and as a result may not be comparable investments. Current trading prices and effective yields may vary, current rates are not indicative of future rates, and in some cases rates are subject to frequent adjustments and may be significantly lower than discussed herein. Cash dividends are not guaranteed. In some cases, dividends have not been paid and may not be paid in the future. Ownership of securities referred to in herein does not confer ownership in the underlying assets, including bitcoin.

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True North is a decentralized collective of investors, analysts, and capital structure experts exploring the outer edges of Bitcoin, digital credit, collateralized finance and macro econ. From balance sheets to basis trades, we follow and emit signal with conviction and a healthy disregard for conventional wisdom. True North is powered by Strive.

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    True North Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    68
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