Archive: crypto

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Crypto Monitor: Why We’re Hodling and Watching Ethereum

By Allison Brickell on December 14, 2018

Adam Sharp and Andy Gordon discuss the Crypto Asset Strategies philosophy on holding and cutting losses, ethereum's woes and more.

Crypto Needs to Show, Not Tell

By Andy Gordon on December 12, 2018

There are three ways crypto could fail. Investors need to see clear progress being made... and have patience.

News Fix: DARPA Eyes the Blockchain

By Vin Narayanan on December 8, 2018

In today’s News Fix, DARPA is turning toward the blockchain, institutions keep investing in crypto, and both crypto and cannabis have a busy week.

When Will the SEC Say Yes to a Bitcoin ETF?

By Andy Gordon on December 5, 2018

Is it surprising that the SEC has rejected all bitcoin ETF proposals to date? No. But time is running out.

Airdrop Alert: Rento

By Adam Sharp on December 4, 2018

This week’s airdrop is Rento, a decentralized platform for renting equipment.

Bitcoin Mining Is Greener Than You Think

By Allison Brickell on December 3, 2018

Bitcoin mining gets a lot of flak for its energy consumption, but a new report finds that it’s actually more environmentally friendly than you might think.

When Beliefs Don’t Match the Facts

By Vin Narayanan on December 1, 2018

In a battle of sentiment vs. fact, fact should theoretically win out. Unfortunately, that’s not usually the case. The same goes for the crypto markets.
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The crypto markets have taken a dip in the past couple weeks, but there are also plenty of promising catalysts on the horizon.

The Passion Driving Cannabis Entrepreneurs

By Adam Sharp on November 30, 2018

Just before Thanksgiving, Adam attended the largest U.S. cannabis industry conference. Speaking with all these entrepreneurs reinforced his belief that cannabis could be the most transformative industry of this century.

The Wisdom and Pain of the Long-Term Investor

By Andy Gordon on November 28, 2018

Both crypto and dot-com companies have had their share of down spells. But have investors reached full capitulation yet?

Mailbag: Marijuana Business, Crypto Market Rebound

By Early Investing on November 25, 2018

In this week’s Mailbag, the Early Investing Team digs into the marijuana business and a potential crypto market rebound.

On the Eve of Thanksgiving, Some Food for Thought

By Andy Gordon on November 21, 2018

It’s the day before Thanksgiving, a time for giving thanks and sharing. So here’s some food for thought.
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Crypto Market Update

By Adam Sharp on November 20, 2018

It’s been a rough five days for crypto markets. If you own cryptocurrency for the long run like Adam does, the only thing you can do is hunker down and wait.
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Airdrop Alert: Omnicoin

By Vin Narayanan on November 20, 2018

The First Stage Investor Team recommends a new airdrop.

Digging Into the Marijuana Business in Vegas

By Vin Narayanan on November 17, 2018

Half of the Early Investing Team traveled to MJBizCon this week... and it’s one of the most exciting conferences they’ve ever been to.
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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...