Bitcoin: Lessons from the frontlines

Thursday 22 January 2026 | 17:30 - 20:30 | Evening Event

This event is hosted by the CFA UK Innovation and Technology Community

Join a select group of investors on 22 January for an in-person networking evening hosted by the CFA UK Tech & Innovation Community. Our guest speaker, Jonathan Bier, CIO at Farside Investors and author of The Blocksize War and Reckless, will cut through the noise with a grounded, insider view of Bitcoin and the evolution of digital assets.

From hedge funds to crypto equity strategies and open-source development, Jonathan has been at the centre of the industry’s most defining moments. He’ll unpack:

• What the Blocksize War revealed about governance in decentralized systems
•  How crypto equity investment strategies are evolving
• Signals investors should be watching ahead of the next innovation cycle
• The role of Bitcoin’s open-source architecture in long-term resilience
• Expect a punchy presentation, a fireside chat with investor-focused insights, live Q&A, and plenty of time to exchange views with peers over drinks.

Who should attend:

Senior portfolio managers, asset owners, CIOs, fintech strategists, and investment leaders tracking innovation across capital markets.

Spaces are limited — RSVP now to secure your spot.

Timings 

Registration: 17:30

Event: 18:00 -19:30

Networking: 19:30 - 20:30 

Speakers

Jonathan Bier, Farside Investors

Jeanne Sun, Manager, E&Y, CFA UK Tech & Innovation Community Ambassador 

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