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Veterans Are Ready for Medical Marijuana

A recent survey shows a huge number of veterans are interested in medical marijuana as a treatment option. Which means the current U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs marijuana policy needs a major update.

Crypto Monitor: How Much Bitcoin and Gold Should Be in Your Portfolio

By Allison Brickell on November 8, 2019

Summary Gold and bitcoin have had an interesting year. Bitcoin has outperformed gold in six out of the 10 months so far this year. Adam Sharp explains why it’s important to have both assets in your portfolio… and exactly how each should fit into your portfolio allocation… While bitcoin…

Cannabis Companies Spend Record Amount on Lobbying

By Allison Brickell on November 4, 2019

Cannabis companies have spent a record amount on lobbying this year. Here’s why.

Everyone Is Googling CBD

By Allison Brickell on October 28, 2019

Americans are Googling cannabidiol and CBD more than ever. This increased interest is another reason we desperately need marijuana reform.

Recreational Marijuana Legalization Would Create Seven Times More Cannabis Jobs in Florida

By Allison Brickell on October 21, 2019

A new study shows legal recreational marijuana in Florida could dramatically increase the number of cannabis jobs in the state. Here’s how close the state is to legalization.

News Fix: Former CFTC Chair Suggests a Digital Dollar Will Uphold U.S. Dominance in Global Finance

By Allison Brickell on October 19, 2019

In the news this week: Pennsylvania introduces a comprehensive marijuana legalization bill, the former CFTC chair calls for a digital dollar and Canva’s valuation gets a boost.

Dollar Reserves Dip

By Allison Brickell on October 14, 2019

The dollar’s status as the world’s top reserve currency is still intact. But that could change.

Hong Kong Citizens Turn to Bitcoin Amid Political Turmoil

By Allison Brickell on October 7, 2019

As protests in Hong Kong continue, bitcoin’s popularity is growing. Here’s why.

San Francisco Startups Inhale Almost Half of California Venture Capital Funding

By Allison Brickell on September 30, 2019

San Francisco is known for being a hub for startups and venture capital. Here’s just how much its funding dominates the rest of California.

Massachusetts Vape Sales Plummet in Light of Health Concerns

By Allison Brickell on September 23, 2019

Massachusetts marijuana vape sales have plunged amid vape-related health concerns. And Juul, the biggest vape company in the country, is sounding a lot like its tobacco forebears as it grapples with the drop.
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Airdrop Alert: Litecoin

By Allison Brickell on September 17, 2019

Today’s airdrop is litecoin, one of the First Stage Investor crypto portfolio coins.

Today’s Emerging Markets Are Tomorrow’s Powerhouses

By Allison Brickell on September 16, 2019

Today’s emerging markets could become tomorrow’s market powerhouses. So investors currently stuck in overpriced U.S. stocks should consider these cheaper alternatives.

Bitcoin Consuming Less Electricity

By Allison Brickell on September 9, 2019

Bitcoin’s electricity consumption has dropped in the past year. And it’s part of a growing green trend.

More Canadians Are Using Legal Cannabis

By Allison Brickell on August 26, 2019

The latest National Cannabis Survey shows more Canadians are getting their weed from legal sources. Here’s why that trend will continue.

News Fix: Old Banks Learning New Tricks

By Allison Brickell on August 24, 2019

In the news this week: Bitcoin and gold prices move in tandem, the oldest bank in South Korea invests in a blockchain startup and Libra backers consider leaving the project.

Why Millennials Prefer Real Estate and Crypto Investments

By Allison Brickell on August 19, 2019

The most popular investments in America are changing. And millennials are leading the charge.