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How Initial Exchange Offerings Save Time but Add Risk
By Andy Gordon on May 30, 2019
Initial exchange offerings (IEOs) are a new way for cryptocurrency companies to raise money. But should investors get involved?
Bitcoin Offers All the Benefits of Gold and None of the Drawbacks
By Vin Narayanan on May 24, 2019
Bitcoin is often called “digital gold.” The nickname is fitting, as these two assets are much more similar than they are different.
Crypto Monitor: 10.5 Million Bitcoins Haven’t Budged in a Year
By Early Investing on May 24, 2019
This week, the VanEck bitcoin ETF faces yet another delay, JP Morgan declares bitcoin’s intrinsic value and 10.5 million bitcoins stay where they are.
The Institutional Crypto Investing Tide Is Rising
By Andy Gordon on May 22, 2019
Venture capital firms are on track to invest a record amount into cryptocurrency and blockchain companies this year. And their interest will only get bigger.
Managing Crypto Market Volatility
By Vin Narayanan on May 17, 2019
Editor’s Note: Adam Sharp is currently hard at work researching new cryptos to invest in. In the meantime, Senior Managing Editor Vin Narayanan is filling in. Dear Member, When you invest in crypto, it’s important to keep reminding yourself that crypto is a volatile asset. Huge swings in prices –…
The Two Key Qualities Bitcoin and Litecoin Share
By Vin Narayanan on May 16, 2019
On the surface, bitcoin and litecoin seem completely different. But if you dig deeper, you’ll find they share two key similarities.
Airdrop Alert: Slothee
By Vin Narayanan on May 14, 2019
LinkedIn doesn’t have much competition. This week’s airdrop is looking to change that.
2020 Halving Will Bring Bitcoin’s Inflation Rate Down
By Allison Brickell on May 13, 2019
Bitcoin’s inflation rate will drop with the next halving. Here’s how that demonstrates the crypto’s value.
Crypto Monitor: Fidelity Ready to Launch Crypto Service; Bittrex Exits New York
By Early Investing on May 10, 2019
Fidelity is mere weeks from launching its crypto trading service for institutional investors. But Binance, Bittrex and Bitfinex aren’t having as good of a week.
Facebook’s Coin Will Repackage the Status Quo
By Andy Gordon on May 8, 2019
Facebook is already being hailed as revolutionary for looking to create its own digital coin. But it hardly fits that description.
News Fix: MIT, Harvard Dive Into Cannabis Research; Facebook Goes Big on Crypto Payments
By Allison Brickell on May 4, 2019
In this week's News Fix: MIT and Harvard receive money for cannabis research, Tesla is raising more than $1 billion, Facebook's audacious crypto plans have been leaked, and Canada and Singapore have completed a cross-border blockchain payment.
Mailbag: How to Avoid Startup Investing Mistakes, Why the Government Doesn’t Get Crypto
By Early Investing on April 28, 2019
This week, the Early Investing team tells readers how to avoid common startup investing mistakes and why the government doesn’t really “get” crypto.
Crypto Monitor: Binance Launches Decentralized Exchange, Altcoins Build Value
By Early Investing on April 26, 2019
This week, Binance launched its decentralized exchange ahead of schedule and altcoins have continued their rally. And a thief reminded us of the importance of secure passwords.
The Smart Money Strategy for Surviving Crypto Winter
By Andy Gordon on April 24, 2019
Crypto prices are not a reflection of crypto progress. And the smart money knows it.
Bakkt Heads to New York to Appease the CFTC
By Andy Gordon on April 19, 2019
Editor’s Note: Adam Sharp is away on vacation this week (though he’ll undoubtedly still check CoinMarketCap every day). So Andy Gordon is filling in. Dear Member, When Bakkt gets its government approval, it will mark a turning point for the crypto community. And, yes – I said when, not if.
The IRS Desperately Needs to Update Its Crypto Tax Guidance
By Andy Gordon on April 17, 2019
U.S. tax guidance on crypto is absurdly lacking. And rather than clarify its rules, the IRS is cracking down on confused investors.