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Mailbag: Learn From Venture Capital Investors’ Mistakes
By Early Investing on September 29, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team tackles startup investing tips and lessons learned from the WeWork IPO debacle.
News Fix: WeWork Isn’t the Only One Cleaning Up Its IPO Mess
By Vin Narayanan on September 28, 2019
In the headlines this week: Bitcoin falls 15%, WeWork tries to clean up its IPO mess and the House passes a marijuana reform bill with a historic vote.
The Bullish Case for Gold
By Adam Sharp on September 27, 2019
Today we’re entering the world of precious metals and explaining why they’re an important part of every investor’s portfolio.
Follow the Startup, Not the Sector
By Andy Gordon on September 25, 2019
When you’re looking for startup investments, don’t get blinded by shiny sectors. The startup comes first - not diversification for diversification’s sake.
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.
Mailbag: Disruptors Can Still Be Disrupted
By Early Investing on September 22, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team explains the difference between seed and Series A companies and what bitcoin maximalists get wrong.
News Fix: WeWork Can’t Shake Off Its IPO Woes
By Vin Narayanan on September 21, 2019
In the news this week, WeWork’s IPO woes continue, Massachusetts’ vape sales decline and the U.S. Army looks to hire crypto investigators.
The SEC’s Crypto Market Manipulation Fears Make No Sense
By Vin Narayanan on September 20, 2019
The SEC is refusing to approve a bitcoin ETF out of fear of market manipulation. But that fear is nonsensical.
Why Truly Groundbreaking Startups Are the Hardest to Invest In
By Andy Gordon on September 18, 2019
Startups that challenge conventional thinking and go on to succeed are often the most profitable investments. But to take the plunge and invest in a truly crazy-sounding idea is one of the hardest things a startup investor can do.
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.
Mailbag: Silicon Valley Isn’t the Only Place to Find Startup Investments
By Early Investing on September 15, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team talks Silicon Valley investments and equity crowdfunding portals.
T. Boone Pickens’ Real Legacy Has Nothing to Do With Oil
By Vin Narayanan on September 14, 2019
This week, the News Fix is dedicated to legendary disruptor T. Boone Pickens. His true legacy went far beyond oil.
Facial Recognition Technology Is Raising Serious Issues
By Andy Gordon on September 11, 2019
Facial recognition technology is spreading like wildfire, including among U.S. law enforcement. Here’s why that’s troubling.
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.
Mailbag: Don’t Take This Wall Street Investing Maxim as Gospel
By Early Investing on September 8, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team explores investing in new sectors and understanding why the Fed is lowering interest rates.
News Fix: Binance Gets Dollar-Backed Stablecoin Approved
By Vin Narayanan on September 7, 2019
In the news this week: Binance’s stablecoin is approved by New York regulators, the marijuana industry ramps up its lobbying efforts and no one wants to buy WeWork shares.