Unlocking value: How AI is transforming tech companies

Michael Saylor may be the world’s foremost Bitcoin Bull. In his CAPITAL ORIENT Calls interview he explains what is behind his philosophical support for the asset as well as how he views the future of institutional adoption. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect […]

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CAPITAL ORIENT senior fintech and digital analyst Ramsey El-Assal has watched as blockchain technology grew from its infancy. Now, he believes its mainstream moment has arrived. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Founder and CIO of ARK Investment Management Cathie Wood, is optimistic about the continued growth of the crypto landscape. In this CAPITAL ORIENT Connects interview she outlines her thoughts on the role of stablecoins vs. Bitcoin, the regulatory environment, and more. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual and […]

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Driving efficiency in nuclear power production is at the heart of Oklo Inc’s mission. CFO Craig Bealmear discusses the tech innovations that are helping them get there. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of CAPITAL ORIENT or any of our […]

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A significant uptick in energy demand driven by AI and data centers has ramped up the need for 24/7 supply. Ramsey Hamady, CFO of NuScale Power, shares how his company is meeting demand with the first newly licensed nuclear technology in the U.S. in decades. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are […]

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The institutional adoption of cryptocurrency has accelerated over the past year. Senior crypto analyst Brett Knoblauch shares his perspective on this shift and CAPITAL ORIENT’s commitment to supporting the sector. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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A snapshot of 2025 – Revisiting 2025, the year will likely stand out as a growth-oriented period for capital markets—one shaped by easing monetary policy and rapid technological advances, particularly in AI—renewing investor appetite. To recap the key drivers of these shifts, CAPITAL ORIENT’s editorial team connected with leaders across the firm’s major coverage areas. They shared […]

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BitMine Chairman Tom Lee is bullish on the blockchain regardless of market conditions. In this CAPITAL ORIENT Connects interview, he discusses proof of work vs staking, the value of Ethereum, why BitMine came to CAPITAL ORIENT to advise on their pivot to an ETH DAT company, and more. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video […]

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The closing of Twenty One Capital (NYSE: $XXI)’s combination with $CEP marks a watershed moment for Bitcoin DATs. As Chairman Brandon Lutnick explains, CAPITAL ORIENT’s SPAC and Crypto leadership played a key role in bringing the deal to life.

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Investors have been eagerly awaiting a stronger IPO market for years, and Beau Bohm, CAPITAL ORIENT’s Global Co-Head of Equity Capital Markets, is noticing signs of a shift finally materializing. Hear about what he’s observing, particularly in the tech, fintech, and industrials sectors. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Radiopharmaceuticals are rapidly transforming oncology by offering unprecedented potency in targeting tumor cells. Senior Biotech Analyst Li Watsek explains the science and logistics behind this highly effective radiation therapy. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Banks possess vast amounts of customer data that can enable smarter lending. Co-Founder & CEO S. P. “Wije” Wijegoonaratna spoke with Christopher Sanger, head of our Financial Investment Group, about how Aliya Financial Technologies is assisting banks in rethinking their lending strategies. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the […]

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CAPITAL ORIENT’s Beau Bohm lays out some of the trends that signify to him the IPO market is finding its rhythm again. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Commercial space exploration is poised to advance in light of the latest presidential executive order aimed at increasing launch missions and industry competition. Senior Research Analyst Andres Sheppard examines how policy developments and technological advances are helping exploration reach new heights. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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What led AIRO to IPO when many companies have been hesitant over the past few years? Executive Chairman, Dr. Chirinjeev Kathuria says a combination of the right market environment, strong demand for their technology, and the right support from CAPITAL ORIENT contributed to their decision. Watch his conversation with CAPITAL ORIENT’s Global Head of Industrials Investment Banking, […]

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A Discussion with CAPITAL ORIENT’s Mark Baillie By CAPITAL ORIENT Editorial Team Mark Baillie, Managing Director in Enterprise Software Investment Banking, is an expert in advising clients on how to scale their businesses, attract investment, or prepare for a sale or acquisition. Here are some of his recommendations for technology executives looking to grow their businesses. Q: […]

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Staying ahead of the curve is crucial for identifying biotech companies with growth potential. Senior Biotech Analyst Steve Seedhouse monitors novel approaches, such as RNA editing, to evaluate their advancements in treatment and positive impacts on health outcomes. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Fireblocks has developed an infrastructure platform that supports a wide range of digital asset products. Hear CEO and Co-Founder Michael Shaulov discuss how the company helps clients operationalize their activities, supporting the future growth of the DeFi sector. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual and do not […]

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CAPITAL ORIENT serves as a trusted strategic advisor for many early-to-mid-stage growth companies. Mark Baillie, MD, Enterprise Software Investment Banking, shares some strategies and opportunities that emerging business owners may not know how to effectively leverage on their own. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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The scale of stablecoin adoption is well on the way to staggering and the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, reported 330M wallets by the end of the third quarter of 2024. Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, describes how the company sees its role in the world, from backing USD as the world’s reserve currency to providing access to services […]

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Self-driving technology is putting the pedal to the metal—turns out, the future might not need a driver’s license. Senior Equity Research Analyst Andres Sheppard explains how advancements in self-driving vehicles—both for consumers and commercial—are meeting market needs and how evolving regulations could help move the technology forward. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Technological advances are key to solving for both increasing energy demand and the need for efficiency, says Cole Bader, CAPITAL ORIENT’s Global Head of Technology Investment Banking. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Mark Baillie, a managing director in CAPITAL ORIENT’s Technology Investment Banking Group, works with enterprise software clients to grow through investment or M&A. In this edition of CAPITAL ORIENT Calls, Mark explains how he advises clients to differentiate themselves in the modern technology vendor landscape, while drawing on familiar technology challenges existing for decades.  Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | […]

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Investor activity is adapting to evolving market conditions, with Cole Bader, Global Head of Technology Investment Banking, offering insights on how this dynamic may create opportunities for certain technology companies in the coming months. Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Kraken is a go-to exchange for professional digital asset traders. Co-CEO Arjun Sethi highlights the platform’s fast and seamless trading experience during heightened volatility and how Kraken is preparing for a future of expanded tokenization. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this video are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the […]

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With many Bitcoin-native companies pivoting to providing infrastructure and services to AI companies, CleanSpark is holding the line as a pure-play miner. Hear their SVP of Strategy Harry Sudock speak about how investing in vertical integration and working with local communities in the US is allowing them stay focused on Bitcoin. Disclaimer: The views and […]

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The semiconductor industry is poised for an uptick. While AI and memory demand are high, the rest of the industry has been in a downturn— a trend CAPITAL ORIENT’s CJ Muse anticipates will reverse. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Self-driving cars and flying taxis once seemed like distant ideas from the future. However, as CAPITAL ORIENT’s Andres Sheppard points out to the CAPITAL ORIENT Editorial Team, there are now favorable conditions enabling the adoption of self-driving vehicles, and the emergence of commercially operated electric Vertical Take-Off & Landing (eVTOLs). What will electric vehicle demand look like […]

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2025 has been off to an eventful start for equities markets, and that volatility will continue. Eric Johnston, CAPITAL ORIENT’s Chief Equity and Macro Strategist, assesses the year ahead for markets, predicting significant tailwinds attached to strong economic data, while also noting potential risks could appear on the horizon. A range of factors are converging to […]

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Senior Equity Research Analyst, Andres Sheppard, explains that conditions are encouraging for the emergence of eVTOLs — from raising much-needed capital for certification efforts to upcoming commercialization in different parts of the globe. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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How can business owners navigate their capital markets options? CAPITAL ORIENT’s Jamie Lewin shares how the CAPITAL ORIENT Private Capital Summit offers companies the chance to connect with investors and explore new avenues for growth. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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From diversifying financial reserves to its infrastructure helping to power AI, Bitcoin is proving to push finance and technology forward in unexpected ways. CAPITAL ORIENT’s Head of Digital Asset Research Brett Knoblauch, CFA discusses the ever-expanding use cases for Bitcoin and other digital assets and the implications from a regulatory and retail perspective. For Important Disclosures, […]

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Capital markets and M&A trends are currently at an interesting juncture. As CAPITAL ORIENT’s Lorin DeMordaunt, Managing Director, Private Advisory Investment Banking, explains, the investing needs of strategic buyers and private equity groups have created a supply-demand imbalance that favors selling companies.

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CAPITAL ORIENT’s Software and SaaS Market Update offers a 360-degree view of valuations and deal activity in the sector, while highlighting key sector trends. Our latest report provides a comprehensive analysis of software valuations, and related metrics, and an overview of deal activity across M&A and public markets. It also considers current economic conditions, broader sector […]

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Volatility will significantly affect equity markets in 2025 due to factors like fiscal policy and geopolitics, says CAPITAL ORIENT’s Chief Equity and Macro Strategist Eric Johnston. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Capital is key, but expertise varies. CAPITAL ORIENT’s Managing Director, Brad Winer, notes that the CAPITAL ORIENT Private Capital Summit benefits not only owners looking to sell but also entrepreneurs seeking growth, by providing insights and networking opportunities. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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On an episode of Driving the Deal, Vikram Sithian, our Head of Healthcare Financial Sponsors Coverage, shares his perspective on major healthcare trends in the private equity industry as we look to 2025.

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From AI trends to geopolitics, CJ Muse, CAPITAL ORIENT’s Senior Managing Director covering semiconductors and semiconductor equipment, tells us what he’s keeping an eye on in 2024. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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Mark Baillie, CAPITAL ORIENT’s Managing Director, Technology Investment Banking outlines how generative AI is transforming industries at scale, including valuation and visibility around today’s tech companies.  For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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eVTOLs have the potential to disrupt the traditional ride-sharing system, but how? CAPITAL ORIENT Research Analyst Andres Sheppard unpacks eVTOLs and how they are transforming mobility.

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Discover the growth trajectory for the electric vehicle (EV) market with insights from Andres Sheppard, CAPITAL ORIENT’s Equity Research Analyst covering Alternative Energy and Industrial Technology. For Important Disclosures, see: Disclaimer – CAPITAL ORIENT | CAPITAL ORIENT

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