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Q&A: Understanding the Impact of Mega-Funds and Bitcoin Taxes
By Early Investing on October 7, 2018
The Early Investing team explains why mega-funds are bad for investors and why the IRS needs to change its bitcoin tax policy.
News Fix: Stock Market Warning Signs Hiding in Plain Sight
By Vin Narayanan on October 6, 2018
The main media narrative doesn't always explain market behavior. And it sometimes ignores signals hiding in plain sight.
Crypto Market Update (Institutional Edition)
By Adam Sharp on October 5, 2018
The crypto market is continuing to consolidate. Considering the typical volatility in this sector, we’ve had a pretty calm last six weeks or so. To me, this feels more like a bottom than a continuation of the correction. People aren’t wildly bullish, which is a good thing. Famed hedge fund…
Russell 2000 P/E Ratio Excludes Negative Earnings
By Adam Sharp on October 5, 2018
You can’t always trust the “official” numbers. And today that’s more important than ever.
Bitcoin Has Come a Long Way in 10 Years
By Andy Gordon on October 4, 2018
The dramatic growth of bitcoin in the past decade is just a hint of the promising future to come.
Five Investing Truths That Won’t Change (Anytime Soon)
By Andy Gordon on October 3, 2018
Predicting the future is mostly speculation. As an investor, sometimes it’s best to focus on what’s going to stay the same.
Airdrop Alert: Mortgage Token (MTG)
By Vin Narayanan on October 2, 2018
Buying a house is a pain in the neck. And the worst part of the process is securing financing. But one startup thinks blockchain technology can make the process much easier.
Wunderkinds Aren’t the Only Successful Founders
By Allison Brickell on October 1, 2018
Investors, take note: Youthful enthusiasm certainly has its advantages. But it’s not everything.
Mailbag: Stablecoins and Privacy Coins Are Worth Exploring
By Early Investing on September 30, 2018
The Early Investing team explores the importance and value of stablecoins and privacy coins.
Coinbase to Expand Offerings on State-by-State Basis
By Vin Narayanan on September 29, 2018
Coinbase’s decision to make new coins available for trading on a state-by-state basis is welcome news for crypto investors. But it also raises key questions that need answering.
Ray Dalio: “Soundness of Our Finances Is Weak”
By Adam Sharp on September 28, 2018
Hedge fund legend Ray Dalio weighs in on America’s debt woes, and it isn’t pretty.
Crypto Monitor: Stablecoins and Market Conditions
By Vin Narayanan on September 27, 2018
Summary The Winklevoss twins, who operate the Gemini cryptocurrency exchange, have been busy! They’ve introduced a new stablecoin and are looking into expanding to Europe. Adam Sharp and Vin Narayanan discuss that, whether the crypto market has bottomed out and much more in this week’s Crypto Monitor. If you’re…
Reminder: DSTLD (DBG) Investment Opportunity Goes Live Next Week
By Andy Gordon on September 27, 2018
Three weeks ago, on September 7, we did something we’ve never done before. We tripled down… For the first time in the history of our First Stage Investor service, we recommended you invest in the same startup for a third time. That company is DSTLD (now called Digital Brands Group).
Equity vs. Tokens? When Investors Need Both
By Andy Gordon on September 26, 2018
Even when shares of companies that ICO rise, their native coins tend to rise faster. As early investors, we deserve a piece of that upside.
How Much Is a Bitcoin Pizza Order Worth?
By Allison Brickell on September 24, 2018
On May 22, 2010, programmer Laszlo Hanyecz paid 10,000 bitcoins for two Papa John’s pizzas. Today, those bitcoins would command a very different price.
Q&A: Understanding Convertible Notes, Reg. CF and Reg. A+ Raises
By Early Investing on September 23, 2018
The Early Investing team explains how convertible notes work and the differences between Regulation Crowdfunding and Regulation A+ raises.