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Crypto Monitor: Understanding the Market Dip and Upcoming Catalysts
The crypto markets have taken a dip in the past couple weeks, but there are also plenty of promising catalysts on the horizon.
Industries Must Heed the Fourth Industrial Revolution
By Allison Brickell on November 26, 2018
In a recent report, the World Economic Forum found that the Fourth Industrial Revolution is here - and businesses must adapt.
American Companies Are Getting Old
By Allison Brickell on November 19, 2018
The typical American company is getting a lot older. And investment strategies may have something to do with it.
Cyber Monday, Criminal Evidence and More
By Allison Brickell on November 15, 2018
Back in October, we polled First Stage Investor members about 5G technology, recreational marijuana, climate change and bitcoin futures. Here’s what we learned...
Distrusting Candidates (but Not Crypto)
By Allison Brickell on November 12, 2018
A week after the midterm elections, we’re seeing how crypto is playing an increasingly large role in political campaigns.
Startups to the Rescue
By Allison Brickell on October 29, 2018
Global warming has become a massive problem. But startups can tackle it in ways that might just save the planet.
Stablecoins Shift in Value
By Allison Brickell on October 22, 2018
Stablecoins are meant to hold steady, but lately the market has started valuing them differently... and it’s an interesting reflection of how the market perceives risk.
Will We Follow Canada’s Lead?
By Allison Brickell on October 18, 2018
A few weeks ago, we polled First Stage Investor members about a journey to the moon, national debt anxiety, password management and reasons for crypto ownership. Here’s what we learned… We’re a little surprised so many of you would turn down a free trip to the moon… but…
Survey Finds 62% of Americans Approve of Marijuana Legalization
By Allison Brickell on October 15, 2018
According to a new Pew Research Center survey, a full 62% of Americans say marijuana use should be legalized. This is good news for cannabis investors.
Crypto Offers Alternative to the Unbanked
By Allison Brickell on October 8, 2018
The “unbanked” population - those who aren’t served by a bank or similar financial institution - is actually quite sizable. For them, crypto can be a godsend.
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.
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.
New Poll: How Worried Are You About the $21.5 Trillion U.S. National Debt?
By Allison Brickell on September 20, 2018
Dear First Stage Investor, Back in August, we polled First Stage Investor members about U.S. space exploration, crypto storage preferences, investment check-ins and the longest bull market in American history. Here’s what we learned… We also learned that 28% of you check on your investments several times a…
Australia Pushes Equity Crowdfunding Reforms Forward
By Allison Brickell on September 17, 2018
The Australian government has decided to address its lack of startup creation by giving its startups more access to capital in the form of equity crowdfunding.
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.
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…