Researchers from Stanford and Harvard Business School studied new ventures in an emerging fintech space for several years. “Want to succeed in a young and unformed market? Try acting like a preschooler.” | learn more
“In a June 22 interview at the firm’s Manhattan headquarters, CEO Jon Stein revealed that Betterment has crossed the $18 billion mark for assets under management and retail is now funding his firm’s growth.” | learn more
I thought I knew how the fintech startups of decades-past (the discount brokerages) made their money. It turns out I didn’t know. Now I’m better informed, and it feels great! This is also good background to have before reading the Betterment […]
From VC Tom Tunguz. One spoiler: AI is still 🔥🔥🔥. “The answer has changed quite a bit over the last 8 years. Some sectors have hit their apogee and are declining. Others have grown by more than 3x. Yet others […]
Not to worry, though. A fundraiser that includes Ald. Carrie Austin, under investigation for corruption, will proceed as planned. 🤦♂️ | learn more
You’ve probably seen the rat hanging out on sidewalks near you over the years. Some of you have heard my rants about this rat first-hand. I would welcome his forced retirement. | learn more
Thanks to Atlas Obscura for bringing us “the story behind Canada’s most distinctive verbal tic.” | learn more
“Jessica Blevins, 26, is the manager of the world’s most popular video-game player, the ‘Fortnite’ pro Tyler ‘Ninja’ Blevins. She also happens to be married to the guy.” | learn more
This post presupposes that you know what Ethereum 2.0 is (a big upcoming software release, which includes a switch to proof of stake). | learn more
“…the FDA has finally given its approval for a key blood-simulating ingredient that makes the Impossible Burger look, feel, and taste beef-like, and starting on September 4 the company can finally sell it directly to consumers.” | learn more