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Standards Fight Likely Good News for Crypto Investors
By Vin Narayanan on May 23, 2018
The fact that two groups, each with its own impressive set of corporate backers, are trying to become the enterprise standard for blockchain tech is good news.
News Fix: Big Investors Get Great News, but Who’s Going to Buy a Blockchain Phone?
By Vin Narayanan on May 19, 2018
This week’s News Fix looks at good news for institutional investors who want to invest in cryptocurrencies, the SEC’s “fake” ICO website, the proposed blockchain phone and other news from the week that was.
Blockchain Beer Vending Machine Debuts at Consensus 2018
By Vin Narayanan on May 16, 2018
A beer vending machine was created by Anheuser-Busch and blockchain identity verification company Civic. And it’s a big step forward for blockchain technology.
Follow Our LIVE Twitter Coverage of the Congressional Hearing on Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology
By Vin Narayanan on May 7, 2018
Regulations are becoming a critical factor in the crypto markets. That’s why Tuesday’s Congressional hearing on cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology is so important. Follow us on Twitter @Early1nvesting to get live coverage and analysis from the hearing.
An Analyst’s Bullish $10 Trillion Case for Crypto
By Andy Gordon on April 18, 2018
In a detailed crypto report, a Wall Street analyst says the $4 billion-plus market for mining cryptocurrency is here to stay.
The Blockchain Can Advance a More Efficient and Honest World
By Andy Gordon on April 11, 2018
Massive adoption of blockchain technology would make the world not only more efficient but also more honest.
Crypto Infrastructure Build Continues Despite Pullback
By Adam Sharp on March 30, 2018
Despite the recent price correction in cryptocurrencies, entrepreneurs and developers are hard at work improving and securing crypto markets.
Are We Underestimating the Blockchain?
By Andy Gordon on March 21, 2018
According to Amara’s law, we tend to overestimate the effect of a technology in the short run and underestimate the effect in the long run. I think this is true of blockchain.
Venezuela’s Crazy Crypto Experiment
By Adam Sharp on February 23, 2018
Venezuela has begun issuing its new petro cryptocurrency. The experiment may fail, but it hints at the full potential of blockchain tech.
Clarity on Crypto’s Biggest Threat: Government
By Adam Sharp on February 16, 2018
The prospect of widespread bans has been a looming threat hanging over the crypto world. For now, that threat has passed.
Why the Government’s Approach to Crypto Probably Won’t Last
By Andy Gordon on February 14, 2018
Longtime crypto believers are sending the message that government is NOT to be trusted. This makes us wonder: How much longer can the government remain “balanced” in the face of such a radical creed?
How Blockchain Technology Will Change the World
By Adam Sharp on January 12, 2018
Blockchain technology is attracting the attention of developers, investors and even governments. Let’s look at how this invention will change the world.
A New World for Startups? My Five Intrepid Predictions for 2018
By Andy Gordon on January 3, 2018
Here are my five intrepid predictions for 2018.
It’s Not Too Late to Invest in Cryptocurrency. But Is It Too Early?
By Andy Gordon on December 6, 2017
Cryptocurrency is garnering as many detractors as enthusiasts and eager investors. Here are three rules to explain why this is happening.