Archive: regulation

Crypto Regulation Shows Mainstream Acceptance

By Adam Sharp on May 21, 2021

What an absolutely insane few weeks in crypto it’s been. All the Elon Musk drama, the Tether reserve breakdown and now there are further signs of government regulation.  Today I’m going to look at the regulatory developments and what they mean for crypto markets.  One of my favorite crypto people — Avanti founder Caitlin Long…
I recently said that government-driven opportunities are one of my favorite drivers of upside and profit. This is what I wrote: “When a new [government] rule allows a product or activity that was previously prohibited or the opposite — or when they ban or prohibit something previously allowed…

The New Way to Generate Wealth

By John Fanning on September 9, 2020

Note: A few weeks ago, we welcomed John Fanning to the Early Investing family. Today, we’re pleased to bring you his second column. If you’re not familiar with John, he’s worth getting to know. He was the founding chairman and CEO of napster. He…
The definition of “accredited investor” may be changing soon. Here’s how this could expand your investment options.

Attending Republic’s “RepubliCon” Crypto Conference

By Adam Sharp on September 14, 2018

Last week we attended a crypto conference in New York. Here’s what we learned...

Cryptocurrencies, Internet Both Grappling With Regulation

By Allison Brickell on June 4, 2018

With the net neutrality battle, the internet is entering a new - and potentially scary - phase of regulation. Now crypto is beginning to face similar scrutiny.

Clarity on Crypto’s Biggest Threat: Government

By Adam Sharp on February 16, 2018

The prospect of widespread bans has been a looming threat hanging over the crypto world. For now, that threat has passed.
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