​What is Bitcoin?

​Hype, technology, or the future of money? You’ve seen the headlines, heard the buzz, and maybe even wondered if it’s just a trend – but do you actually know what it is?

​Aalto Bitcoin invites you to our first event: What is Bitcoin – The Evolution of Money & Bitcoin as an Asset Class. No prior knowledge is needed – just bring your curiosity!

​The evening features two insightful talks: Thomas Brand (Head of Institutional Sales & Research at Coinmotion) traces the history of money, from barter and gold to paper currencies and digital forms, showing why Bitcoin exists and the problems it aims to solve. Tuomas Tuominen (Investment Coach at Nordnet & co-host of Trader’s Club) explores Bitcoin as an asset class, highlighting what makes it unique and why it has captured global attention.

​After the talks, both speakers join a panel discussion, giving you a chance to ask questions and connect the dots between money’s past, present, and Bitcoin’s potential future.

​If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us!

​Schedule

• ​16:30 – Doors open

• ​17:00 – Brief intro: how the evening will go & what Aalto Bitcoin is

• ​17:05 – Thomas Brand – keynote

• ​17:55 – Tuomas Tuominen – keynote

• ​18:30–18:35 – Short break (good time to submit questions)

• ​18:35 – Q&A Panel

• ​19:15 – Feedback & closing remarks 

• ​19:30 – Event ends

​Speakers

​Thomas Brand
Thomas Brand is the Head of Institutional Sales and Research at Coinmotion, Finland’s leading digital asset platform. With a background in management consulting at Accenture, he specializes in bridging traditional finance with the digital asset ecosystem. At our event, Thomas will trace the history and evolution of money, from barter and gold to digital currencies, explaining why Bitcoin exists and the problems it aims to solve.

​Tuomas Tuominen
Tuomas Tuominen is an Investment Coach at Nordnet and co-host of the Nordnet Traders' Club podcast. He brings practical investment insights and a talent for making complex financial topics accessible. At our event, Tuomas will explore Bitcoin as an asset class, showing what sets it apart from traditional investments and why it has captured global attention.