Elliot Han, C1 Fund | theCUBE + NYSE Wired: Crypto Trailblazers

In this episode of the "Crypto Trailblazers" series, host John Furrier interviews Elliot Han, the Chief Investment Officer of C1 Fund. They discuss the innovative structure of C1 Fund, the first publicly listed closed-end fund focusing on digital assets, which offers retail and small-to-mid cap institutions access to late-stage digital asset companies. Han outlines the journey of the fund’s launch, including the challenges faced with regulatory approvals from the SEC and the importance of liquidity and transparency in private-market equity. The conversation also highlights the fund's meticulous selection criteria, focusing on governance, scale, and revenue durability, as well as its strategic portfolio construction aimed at supporting serious contenders in the digital asset sector.

Key Topics Covered:

• Elliot Han's insights into the inception and structure of C1 Fund.
• The significance of listing the fund on August 7th and the benefits of being publicly traded.
• Discussion on regulatory challenges and the SEC process for digital asset companies.
• Selection criteria for portfolio companies, including governance and revenue considerations.
• Details on portfolio construction, including target number of companies and exit strategies.
• The balance of regulatory compliance and the commercial approach in the digital asset space.
• How C1 Fund provides a unique opportunity for retail investors to access previously exclusive markets.
• Han's perspective on the global opportunities and competitive landscape in digital assets.