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This Joe Knows Crypto
By Andy Gordon on August 16, 2018
Thanks, Joe. You did me a real solid yesterday. The Joe in question is one of my favorite cryptocurrency entrepreneurs, Joseph Lubin. He co-founded ethereum. And then he started ConsenSys, which helps startups build on top of the ethereum network. It’s one of the larger crypto firms, with 1,100 employees. When Joe speaks, you should listen. That’s exactly what I did yesterday, when I looked up from my desk and saw him being interviewed on Bloomberg…
Just the Tip of the Wall Street Iceberg
By Andy Gordon on August 15, 2018
Institutional investment into crypto is in its pre-infancy stage. And when it takes off, it will be massive.
Necessity vs. Superiority – Crypto’s Path to Mainstream Adoption
By Adam Sharp on August 3, 2018
So you’ve heard that cryptocurrency is going to take over the world. Here we explore the “why” and “how” of this view.
Survey of Bitcoin Owners Yields Interesting Results
By Allison Brickell on July 23, 2018
While various government agencies begin to tackle crypto regulation in different ways, investors are also taking varying approaches.
Mailbag: How Do 2018’s IPOs Affect My Startup Portfolio?
By Early Investing on July 22, 2018
The Early Investing team looks at how the strong showing for IPOs in 2018 will affect investors with startup portfolios, and Congress is taking steps toward developing cryptocurrency policy.
News Fix: Venture Capital Funding Rising to New Heights
By Vin Narayanan on July 14, 2018
A strong economy has venture capital firms funding startups at a rate we haven’t seen since 2000.
Diversifying and Finding Investment-Worthy Startups
By Early Investing on July 8, 2018
Early Investing co-founders Andy Gordon and Adam Sharp answer questions about diversifying your cryptocurrency portfolio and where to find pre-IPO startups to invest in.
Being Greedy at the Right Time
By Adam Sharp on July 6, 2018
Emotional trading is the enemy of all investors. Here’s how to properly invest.
FRED Starts Publishing Crypto Data
By Vin Narayanan on June 27, 2018
The Federal Reserve's research division in St. Louis has begun tracking and publishing cryptocurrency prices.
Crypto Monitor: SEC Gives Ethereum Good News
By Vin Narayanan on June 22, 2018
Editor’s note: We’ve added a new feature to Crypto Monitor called Price Talk! In this segment, Adam Sharp and Andy Gordon discuss the price of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as well as where the market is heading. You can look for this segment now on a regular basis. Summary When…
Medicare Limps Toward Bankruptcy
By Allison Brickell on June 18, 2018
Medicare is limping toward bankruptcy... and it might reach the end of the road sooner than you think.
In Europe, Crypto Is Attracting the Curious and the Opportunists
By Andy Gordon on May 30, 2018
The European experience with bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies is similar to the American one, with buying coming at the end of the "hype cycle."
The Five Waves of Crypto Investing Hide Some Very Good News
By Andy Gordon on May 9, 2018
A look back at the different waves of cryptocurrency adoption suggests the sweet spot for investment is right now.
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.
Tale of the Tape: Bitcoin vs. Gold
By Adam Sharp on May 4, 2018
Bitcoin and gold are both hedges against crazy monetary policy. Which will outperform in the long term?