Eric Yakes

Eric Yakes, author of "The 7th Property" and founder of Epoch, dives into his bold prediction that Bitcoin could skyrocket to $10 million. He discusses the cultural revolutions and institutional adoption fueling this growth. The conversation highlights how belief and narrative shape market dynamics more than fundamentals do. Yakes also explores what a Bitcoin-dominant world might entail, from shifts in time preference to new financial architectures, and the challenges posed by traditional banking versus emerging fintech solutions.

Eric Yakes, macro investor and writer on geopolitics, commodities, and monetary trends. He maps a commodity shift and why sovereigns are buying gold. He warns private credit fragility and explains how central banks may face extreme printing. He explores AI’s effects on jobs, the rise of agent economies as onramps to Bitcoin, and why Bitcoin looks like deep value today.

In a compelling discussion, Eric Yakes, Founder of Epoch VC and author of "The 7th Property," reveals insights from his extensive research on Bitcoin's future. He explores the bullish momentum for Bitcoin, projecting substantial institutional and nation-state adoption. Yakes posits that if major corporations invested in Bitcoin, it could rival gold in national reserves. They also delve into challenges from traditional banking and regulatory frameworks, while pondering Bitcoin's evolution over the next decade as it gains legitimacy among investors.

Eric Yakes, author of "The 7th Property" and Managing Partner at Epoch, dives into the evolving world of Bitcoin. He explores the surge in Bitcoin adoption, with the U.S. user base growing from 5% to 15%. Yakes discusses the role of nation-states in Bitcoin's future, including potential reserve asset status and investment strategies. He also unravels the impact of ETFs on retail trends and MicroStrategy's connection to Bitcoin pricing. Expect insights into the transformative power of Bitcoin on a global scale and its rising legitimacy in traditional finance.

Eric Yakes, founder of Epoch Ventures and author of the 2026 Bitcoin Ecosystem Report, lays out 21 predictions for Bitcoin’s path. He discusses app-layer adoption like BitChat, the $150K valuation thesis tied to taking gold’s share, rotation trades and institutional allocation, regulatory dynamics, and measured concerns about quantum threats.