Beware the Crypto mirage | How to invest wisely in a volatile world

Ask a question or send feedbackIn this episode of The Purposeful Investor, Aden is joined by Dr. Steve Garth and Investment Coordinator Nick Menegola to demystify cryptocurrency and its place in modern investment portfolios. The trio explores what cryptocurrency is, its origins, and why it captures so much attention—and caution—in the financial world. They discuss the risks, volatility, and lack of intrinsic value in assets like Bitcoin, compare crypto to gold, and offer practical advice for investors considering a speculative "play money" approach.2:58-3:34 The value of goal setting and future planning  3:34-8:17 What is cryptocurrency?  8:17-12:43 The emergence of cryptocurrency as an asset class  12:43-18:52 How cryptocurrency works for investors  18:52-20:16 Liquidity and risk  20:16-26:28 Comparing cryptocurrency to gold and FOMO  26:28-31:03 Risks in cryptocurrency  31:03-38:22 Retail vs. sophisticated investors  38:22-46:13 Comparing cryptocurrency to traditional assets  46:13-47:35 Advice for different investor profiles  The Purposeful Investor Podcast is a public service provided for Australian investors wanting to make smart decisions with their money, avoid costly mistakes, look after the people they care about, and, have a great life!We draw on over 30 years of experience from David Andrew and the Capital Partners team.For more information on Capital Partners' award winning team, visit capital-partners.com.au. Have a question? Email us [email protected] episode provides general advice only. We do not consider your personal circumstances when we share this information. Always refer to your financial adviser for advice about your personal circumstances. Capital Partners Consulting Pty Ltd AFSL 227148 trading as Capital Partners Private Wealth Advisers ABN 27 086 670 788.