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Trying to Keep Up With Crypto Taxes, Conflicting Marijuana Regulations
By Vin Narayanan on January 26, 2019
In this week’s News Fix, we’re covering crypto taxes, the need for startup lawyers and the insanity of keeping track of conflicting marijuana regulations.
The Fed Is Broke, Cannabis Treats Autism and More…
By Adam Sharp on January 25, 2019
Adam reviews his top news items of the week, including the Fed being insolvent, cannabis treating autism, and much more...
Finding Evidence of Crypto Progress
By Andy Gordon on January 23, 2019
Nouriel Roubini is a consistent bitcoin critic who can’t really prove or disprove anything about crypto’s use cases. So without proof, we have to look for evidence.
Venture Capital Investing Surpasses Dot-Com Levels
By Allison Brickell on January 21, 2019
Venture capital spending just hit its highest level since the dot-com era, and it’s raising questions about the future of startup funding.
Mailbag: Startup Investment Expectations; Ethereum vs. Bitcoin
By Early Investing on January 20, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, Adam Sharp discusses what to expect when you invest in a startup and whether ethereum could replace bitcoin.
Rhode Island Fears Missing Out, Ethereum Classic Gets Some Money Back
By Allison Brickell on January 19, 2019
In this week’s News Fix, startup founders question the venture capital model, Rhode Island experiences FOMO and ethereum classic gets some relief after a 51% attack.
Why Do Economists Love Debt So Much?
By Adam Sharp on January 18, 2019
Mainstream economists seem to cheer taking on ever-increasing debt loads. Why?
Founders Can Just Say No to VCs
By Andy Gordon on January 16, 2019
There’s no rule saying startups have to accept venture capital funding. Andy Gordon looks at three alternatives to venture capital.
Florida’s Medical Marijuana Market Grows
By Allison Brickell on January 14, 2019
Florida’s medical marijuana market has seen substantial growth over a nine-month span and will likely continue in 2019.
Understanding Canada’s Marijuana Market, 51% Attacks
By Early Investing on January 13, 2019
In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing team answers questions about Canada’s underground marijuana market and 51% attacks on crypto.
News Fix: Startups Transform Transportation, Kentucky to Consider Legalizing Medical Marijuana
By Allison Brickell on January 12, 2019
In this week’s News Fix, medical marijuana support comes to Kentucky, Ethereum Classic has a rough day and companies at the Consumer Electronics Show envision a new future for the transportation industry.
Where the Fed Points, Markets Follow
By Adam Sharp on January 11, 2019
Adam explains how the Federal Reserve has been setting the market’s course for decades.
The Fight Over Data Ownership Has Just Begun
By Andy Gordon on January 9, 2019
The debate over who owns and controls personal data is getting louder by the day... and its resolution will go a long way toward shaping our future.
Bitcoin Declared Dead 339 Times, Still Alive
By Allison Brickell on January 7, 2019
Bitcoin has been declared dead more than 300 times, but it’s still proving the doubters wrong.
Mailbag: Bakkt Delays, Bitcoin’s Open-Source Strength
By Adam Sharp on January 6, 2019
In the first Mailbag of 2019, the Early Investing team tackles CFTC delays and fears over bitcoin copies.
NIMBY Slows Recreational Marijuana Growth in Michigan
By Vin Narayanan on January 5, 2019
In the first News Fix of the year, we’re addressing startup logos, recreational marijuana and Bitmain.