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Background: Nikita is a Partner and Head of Fasanara Digital, the crypto division of Fasanara Capital, a $4 billion hedge fund based in London. He oversees the investment strategies and strategic direction of Fasanara Digital. Nikita founded The Quant Group, a research team he started in his dorm room to develop quant strategies for digital assets. In 2018, the team was absorbed by Fasanara Capital, forming Fasanara Digital, which quickly became one of the largest and top-performing digital asset funds in the industry.
Additionally, Nikita founded The Digital Asset Conference, a premier annual event focused on fostering the adoption of the digital asset industry, and hosts the Speaking to Legends podcast. He is a regular speaker at major digital asset conferences and was named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30
Description: Nikita, partner and head of digital at Fasanara Capital, shares his journey in the crypto world—from discovering cryptocurrency as a university student in 2017 to launching his own market-neutral hedge fund. He discusses the challenges and strategies of building a strong team, managing risk, and navigating the ever-evolving crypto trading landscape. Offering valuable insights for young professionals and aspiring fund managers, Nikita explores the highs and lows of crypto investing, the importance of risk management, and the shifting dynamics of the cryptocurrency market.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Nikita’s Background
01:08 Launching a Crypto Hedge Fund
03:30 Early Challenges and Capital Raising
06:00 Academic Journey and Early Inspirations
09:34 Building and Leading a Team
13:35 Risk Management in Crypto Trading
27:17 Evolution of the Crypto Market
42:54 Advice for Aspiring Fund Managers
45:25 Conclusion and Contact Information
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