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Crypto Monitor: SEC Hits the “Undo” Button
By Vin Narayanan on August 31, 2018
Summary What’s going on at the SEC? One day, it’s denying nine bitcoin ETFs. The next day, it’s hitting the “undo” button on the denials. Andy Gordon and Vin Narayanan discuss that, the latest bitcoin news out of China, Nano’s stress test and much more in this week’s Crypto Monitor. (They also play Something or Nothing during Price Talk! Trust us. You’ll like this segment of the show.)…
Don’t Be Intimidated by Crypto Communities
By Vin Narayanan on August 30, 2018
We spend a lot of time discussing the importance of community when it comes to investing in crypto. In fact, if a coin doesn’t have a strong community, we won’t invest in it. And we think you shouldn’t either. We also know that for many of you, figuring out…
Hype Cycle Puts Blockchain in Perspective
By Andy Gordon on August 29, 2018
Understanding where blockchain technology is in the Gartner Hype Cycle provides critical context for making investment decisions.
Doing the Math on Institutional Cash in Crypto
By Allison Brickell on August 27, 2018
Today’s chart shows that if even 1% of institutional money moved into crypto, it would more than double bitcoin’s market cap.
Why Doesn’t the SEC Like Bitcoin ETFs?
By Early Investing on August 26, 2018
The Early Investing team explains the SEC’s chief objections to bitcoin ETFs and shows you how to measure “community.”
News Fix: Bull Market, Wages and Bitcoin ETFs
By Vin Narayanan on August 25, 2018
The SEC is reconsidering its decision to deny nine bitcoin ETFs. Also, the bull market continues, but wages are still a mystery.
Portfolio and Crypto Market Update
By Adam Sharp on August 24, 2018
You’ve probably all seen the news that the SEC denied nine crypto ETF proposals on Wednesday. This was no surprise (though the SEC issuing a temporary stay on the denial the next day was). Fortunately, the market reacted appropriately and shrugged off the news. It’s important to note that the…
Steer Clear of the Bitmain IPO
By Adam Sharp on August 24, 2018
The world’s largest crypto mining company is going public, but Adam says you should steer clear of this IPO.
New Recommendation: Bitshares
By Adam Sharp on August 23, 2018
Bitshares Ticker: BTS Exchanges: Binance or BitShares Asset Exchange Price: $0.10 Market cap: $273 million Circulating supply: 2,653,190,000 BTS Max supply: 3,600,570,502 BTS Dear Member, BitShares is a leading blockchain-based financial platform. Think of it as a decentralized crypto bank, exchange and securities…
Where Do You Store Your Crypto?
By Allison Brickell on August 23, 2018
Two weeks ago, we polled First Stage Investor members about tariffs, bitcoin futures, startup sectors and cannabis-infused alcohol. Here’s what we learned… This week, we’re asking about the current bull market, space exploration, your crypto storage preferences and more. Click the image below to take…
Some of Bitcoin’s Biggest Trades Happen Out of Sight
By Andy Gordon on August 22, 2018
We know just how much bitcoin changes hands in centralized exchanges. But most whales don't trade there. Understanding that is critically important.
Bitcoin Hash Rate Steadily Rising
By Allison Brickell on August 20, 2018
Bitcoin prices may have slowed down, but bitcoin miners seem to be focused on the long game.
Mailbag: Welcoming Institutional Money and Explaining Bitcoin ETFs
By Early Investing on August 19, 2018
The Early Investing team explains why the crypto community is welcoming institutional money and the importance of a bitcoin ETF.
News Fix: Institutional Investor Infrastructure for Crypto Continues to Grow
By Vin Narayanan on August 18, 2018
Institutional investors need ways to buy (and sell) large chunks of cryptocurrency. A startup backed by some heavyweight investors has found the solution.
Understanding Crypto Market Psychology and Buying Low
By Adam Sharp on August 17, 2018
Riding out a market that's trending down is hard. But there's good news on the way for people who hodl.
Crypto Monitor: How to approach the altcoin market
By Vin Narayanan on August 17, 2018
Summary We’re in the dog days of summer. But there’s never an offseason for bitcoin! The news just keeps on coming. From the SEC delaying its decision on the Van Eck ETF to altcoins struggling and Draper Esprit doing well, Adam Sharp and Andy Gordon cover it all in…