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Crypto Monitor: South America Turns to Bitcoin; Crypto Befuddles Warren Buffett
By Early Investing on March 1, 2019
In this week’s Crypto Monitor, Warren Buffett still doesn’t understand bitcoin. Meanwhile, countries in South America are increasingly reliant on bitcoin.
Poll: California’s Weed Problem and Our Delivery Drone Future
By Allison Brickell on February 28, 2019
In last month’s poll, we learned First Stage Investor members had a lot of entrepreneurial experience and a solid ability to explain bitcoin. This month, we’re diving into drone delivery, the California weed market and more.
When Product Origins Matter (and When Consumers Don’t Care)
By Andy Gordon on February 27, 2019
Once upon a time, Andy used to care a lot about where products are made. These days, he’s seeing two diverging trends on product origin - and both are likely to stick around.
Singapore Tops ICO Funding, Continues Building Out Crypto Regulations
By Allison Brickell on February 25, 2019
In 2018, Singapore surpassed the U.S. in ICO fundraising. And it’s more than earned its crypto-friendly reputation.
Mailbag: Crypto Hacks, Using Bitcoin to Buy Coffee
By Early Investing on February 24, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, Andy talks crypto hacks and Adam discusses why he probably won’t be buying coffee with bitcoin anytime soon.
News Fix: Handling Luck, Bitcoin Is Up and Podcasting Is Back
By Vin Narayanan on February 23, 2019
This week's News Fix examines the importance of luck for startups; an Excel error hurting a stock; and the latest from SoftBank, bitcoin and ketchup.
News Roundup: Medical Cannabis, the Supreme Court, and Complacency
By Adam Sharp on February 22, 2019
Adam Sharp reflects on a Supreme Court vote, the science behind medical marijuana and the dangers of complacency.
Fidelity Closer to Launching Crypto Services, Bitcoin Moves Up
By Adam Sharp on February 22, 2019
Dear Member, The past year has been a brutal period for crypto investors. However, there are encouraging signs that the bear market may be ending. First, we’ve seen promising price action on strong volume. Over the past week, bitcoin has risen from $3,600 to near $4,000. It’s not a…
Bitcoin Price Spikes, Fidelity Moves Closer to Launching Its Crypto Platform
By Adam Sharp on February 21, 2019
There are a few possible explanations for bitcoin’s recent price spike, including improvements in infrastructure and scalability.
Founders, Steer Clear of These 19 Mistakes
By Andy Gordon on February 20, 2019
There are a number of big mistakes founders can make. Here are Andy Gordon’s top 19.
Airdrop Alert: Ferrum Network
By Allison Brickell on February 19, 2019
This week’s airdrop, Ferrum Network, is tackling two major obstacles to mainstream crypto adoption: slow transaction speeds and lack of interoperability between networks.
Edibles Market Grows in Colorado, Around the World
By Allison Brickell on February 18, 2019
Colorado’s market share of edibles and concentrates is steadily growing. And it’s something investors should pay attention to.
How Startups Are Building More Trustworthy Businesses
By Andy Gordon on February 18, 2019
More and more startups are incorporating trust scores into their business models. And there’s a definite need for it.
Why Accredited Investors Get More Access to Private Deals, How to Evaluate Pot Stocks
By Early Investing on February 17, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team addresses why accredited investors get better access to private deals and how to evaluate pot stocks.
News Fix: Software Startups Take Over, Florida Moves Closer to Legalizing Smokable Medical Marijuana
By Vin Narayanan on February 16, 2019
In this week’s News Fix, software is taking over the startup world, J.P. Morgan unveils its own cryptocurrency and Comcast tries to connect with startups.
What’s the Trade War Really About?
By Adam Sharp on February 15, 2019
Today we look at the ongoing trade war with China and what factors could be driving it behind the scenes.