As a new generation of investors reshapes global markets, Gulf News has partnered with financial services company Rostro Group to launch Money Reimagined: Investing for the Next Generationa podcast series aimed at decoding the future of finance.
Hosted by Lachlan Kitchen, the series comes at a time when Gen Z and millennial investors are entering global markets in record numbers, reshaping the way money is managed, invested and understood. Designed to cut through the complexities, the podcast brings together industry experts from Rostro to break down the key topics that define modern finance, from crypto and multi-asset trading to risk, regulation and financial literacy.
The opening episode, General Z, Money and the Future of Investingfeatures Michael Ayres, CEO and Partner at Rostro Group, who examines how young investors are fundamentally rethinking their relationship with money. From instant access to global markets to the rise of multi-asset investing, Ayres highlights both the opportunities and knowledge gaps that define this generation. It also describes how platforms like Rostro aim to lower barriers by promoting responsible risk-taking and long-term financial literacy.
The second episode turns to a topic that is often seen as complex and inaccessible: the future and options. IN What the pros know (and you should too)Saul Knapp, Managing Director of Futures & Options at Rostro, explains how these instruments are used by institutions to hedge risk, generate income and navigate volatility. It demystifies derivatives for everyday investors, providing practical insight into how they can be understood and used as fundamental tools rather than speculative bets.
The third episode, Digital Assets: Beyond the Hypesees Mark Foulger, Managing Director of Digital Assets at Rostro Group, tackling one of the most talked about sectors in modern finance. Moving past headlines and speculation, the discussion focuses on security, infrastructure and long-term value. Foulger explores how digital assets are maturing into a legitimate asset class and why elements such as custody, liquidity and regulation are critical to building sustainable digital wealth.
Shifting focus from investment to entrepreneurship, episode four, How partners make moneyintroduces the Introducing Broker (IB) model to the listener. John Murphy, Chief Commercial Officer at Rostro Group, explains how individuals can transform market knowledge and networks into scalable businesses. From customer relations to platform support, the episode provides a grounded look at alternative revenue streams and the growing demand for financial access in underserved markets.
The series concludes with What It Really Takes to Be a Trader Today, bringing Michael Ayres back to examine the realities of modern trading. Moving beyond social media perceptions, the episode highlights discipline, infrastructure and mentorship as the true drivers of long-term success. He also reflects on the rapid growth of malls across the GCC, APAC and Africa, and what this means for the next generation of global investors.
In all five episodes, Money reimagined promises more than surface-level discussion. Each guest brings hands-on expertise from within the Rostro ecosystem, providing listeners with hands-on, experience-driven insights to navigate today’s financial landscape.
As more young people enter the world of investing, often without formal guidance, this series is essential listening to better understand where the money, markets and opportunities go next.
The first episode ends soon.
