
Pinnacle Digest
At Pinnacle Digest, we take a generalist yet forward-looking approach. Our aim is to identify and explore stories in early stages, ahead of widespread attention from 'The Street.'
Pinnacle Digest (“PD” or “PinnacleDigest.com”) was established as an online financial newsletter for speculators and micro-cap investors over a decade ago. With the goal of bringing its readers and viewers industry leading coverage on the Canadian venture capital market, PD has built relationships with some of North America’s leaders in the space… from innovative CEOs to award winning geologists, tech entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and money managers, PD has leveraged its relationships with the aim to enhance both its coverage on sponsor companies and overall content creation approach.
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Manitoba's Secret Weapon: How Sio Silica Could Fuel Tech and Defense
Sio Silica is unlocking one of the purest silica quartz deposits in North America—critical for advanced semiconductors, defense systems, and AI infrastructure. With a low-impact extraction model and strategic ties to national security, this Manitoba-based project could anchor North America’s next wave of technological and military innovation.

Coinbase Joins the S&P 500: From Crypto Startup to Wall Street Powerhouse
Coinbase just became the first pure-play crypto company to join the S&P 500—marking a historic shift in the relationship between digital assets and Wall Street. This is no longer a fringe movement. It's institutional. Here's how Coinbase got here—and what it means for the future of finance.

Why Central Banks Are Buying Gold Like Never Before
Central banks are stockpiling gold at a pace not seen in over 50 years. In this gripping conversation with legendary speculator Lobo Tiggre, we explore why gold is no longer just a hedge—it’s the cornerstone of a new global financial order.

How a War Between India and Pakistan Could Shock Global Markets
Tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point following cross-border airstrikes and the closure of Pakistani airspace. While the conflict may seem localized, the market risks are global—impacting oil prices, gold, equities, and investor sentiment. Here's what North American investors need to know.

The Fatal Addiction: How America’s Debt Binge Could Kill the Dollar—and Resurrect Gold
Michael Pento, President of Pento Portfolio Strategies, breaks down why America’s debt-fueled economy is nearing a tipping point. In this post, we unpack his most urgent predictions—from soaring interest payments to gold’s resurgence and the crumbling 60/40 portfolio. If you care about protecting your capital in an era of systemic risk, this is your wake-up call.

David Hunter’s Dire Warning: A Final Melt-Up Before the Global Deflationary Superstorm
David Hunter believes we are entering the final melt-up in global markets—a euphoric rally that will blindside most investors before a catastrophic deflationary bust unfolds. In this blog, we break down Hunter’s bold forecast and explain why liquidity, central banks, and human nature could trigger the greatest collapse of our lifetime.

The Fertility Crisis: Too Few People Will Break the System
While the world frets over inflation, war, and resource scarcity, a quieter crisis is already rewriting the rules of global economics. It’s not too many people — it’s too few. Welcome to the fertility crisis.

Bitcoin Adoption: A New Monetary Order in the Making
From obscure beginnings to a serious financial movement, Bitcoin adoption is reshaping how the world thinks about money, trust, and the future of finance.

Canada’s Economic Future in the Balance: Spencer Fernando on the 2025 Election
Political commentator Spencer Fernando joins Pinnacle Digest to discuss how Canada’s 2025 federal election could reshape its economic future. From stalled pipelines to tax competitiveness and brain drain, this conversation highlights the critical decisions facing the nation at a moment of profound transition.

Crypto vs Banks: Can Bitcoin’s New Titans Challenge Fiat's Old Guard?
Binance and Coinbase may lead in crypto, but they’re still dwarfed by the size and scope of traditional banks. Yet Bitcoin’s growing integration into corporate and sovereign finance is changing the narrative fast. This blog explores the shifting balance of power between crypto-native firms and Wall Street’s legacy titans.

The AI Bubble Deflates: NASDAQ Down to 29 P/E Ratio
As NASDAQ valuations remain elevated on AI promises, global central banks quietly amass record holdings in American tech, while echoes of past bubbles linger ominously.

Grant Williams on Gold, War & What Comes Next
When U.S. Treasury sanctions froze Russia’s reserves, something snapped in global finance. Grant Williams explains why gold is rising, trust is collapsing, and the buy-the-dip era may be over.

Franco-Nevada: The Greatest Royalty Company in History?
Franco-Nevada rewrote the rules of mining by never swinging a pickaxe. This is the story of how a quiet royalty company became one of the greatest wealth-building machines in resource history.

When The Lights Go Out For Canada
Canada’s energy sector is under fire at home—just as global demand surges. Discover why overregulation is jeopardizing our energy future and security.

The Quiet Shift: Why Markets Feel Different This Time
Facing a structural market shift towards scarcity and uncertainty, investors must abandon old habits and focus on long-term discipline and understanding fundamental changes.

The Shopify Illusion: 6 Investing Lessons from Canada’s Fallen Giant
Shopify's rise was legendary—its fall, a masterclass in risk. Discover 6 vital lessons every Canadian small-cap investor needs to survive and thrive in the volatile market ahead.