Bitcoin isn’t just a hedge—it’s becoming the foundation of an entirely new financial system. In this episode, Brandon Karpeles is joined by Eric Yakes , author of The 7th Property and founder of Epoch Ventures , to explore the deep structural changes happening in finance thanks to Bitcoin. They discuss: Why E-Cash could overhaul the global banking system How Bitcoin is creating a new credit cycle for corporations What Eric sees as the long-term future for Bitcoin as money, not just digital gold How companies can protect against inflation, dilution, and poor capital efficiency The rise of Bitcoin-backed credit markets and the risks of leverage-driven hype This conversation is packed with expert-level insight for any founder, CFO, or investor thinking about Bitcoin as a balance sheet strategy—and how to build on it. Follow Eric on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ericyakes Epoch Ventures: https://epochvc.io Read the report: https://epochvc.io/pdf/Epoch-Bitcoin-Ecosystem-Report-2024.pdf Denver Citadel: https://denver.space ⚡️ Bitcoin Well is the leading platform for buying and selling Bitcoin in Canada and the US. With Bitcoin Well Infinite, you can now make large purchases of over $50,000 through their OTC desk. Their white-glove service provides fast transactions with no slippage and the lowest fees in the market. Simply visit bitcoinwell.com/sovreign to get started today. Want free Bitcoin Resources? Go here: Sovreign.io/resources Interested in a free 30-minute consultation to discuss Bitcoin in your business? Go here: Sovreign.io/contact Connect with Brandon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-karpeles-b122b45/ Nostr: @plebiAnon