tech, startups, internet
SaaS we happily pay for
This founder itemizes the software they find worthy of their limited startup budget. His product, MailBrew is one I happily pay for! | learn more
tech, startups, internet
Non-obvious lessons from 100+ angel investments
This author establishes credibility by sharing his portfolio and returns, then shares his interesting insights. | learn more
fun facts
52 things learned in 2020
This is such a great list of fun facts that I refuse to dilute it with additional fun facts this week. I guarantee you will learn something by clicking. | learn more
on the blockchain
Playing the Bitcoin long game
“At Unchained Capital, we are building a platform for individuals and businesses storing long-term wealth in bitcoin that demand private key ownership. To us, private key ownership is not an ideology; it is a security principle.” | learn more
on the blockchain
ShapeShift says goodbye to KYC
“Today, ShapeShift is announcing that it has integrated decentralized exchange protocols and is sunsetting its 6+ year business of trading with customers. Because of this fundamental change to our business model, ShapeShift’s users no longer need to provide personally identifying […]
under the microscope
Glucosamine may reduce overall death rates as effectively as regular exercise
Not an experimental study, so we won’t jump to conclusions. “Glucosamine supplements may reduce overall mortality about as well as regular exercise does, according to a new epidemiological study from West Virginia University.” | learn more
retail therapy
Marc Lore steps down as Walmart’s head of e-commerce
This began as the most expensive acquihire ($3.3 billion for Jet.com) I’ve ever seen and appears to have ended successfully. He’s leaving them in great shape as a credible competitor online. “Walmart CEO Doug McMillon credited Lore in a companywide […]
to your health
Observational studies find link between vaping and cognitive impairments
“Two observational studies have found a link between e-cigarette use and cognitive complaints such as memory impairments and brain fog. The research doesn’t present evidence of a causal link but calls for further long-term study into the relationship.” | learn more
better doing
Avoiding the nirvana fallacy
“We know today much more than we knew one hundred years ago. It seems reasonable to expect that in another hundred years, today’s level of knowledge will seem low. If we look at all of the past beliefs that today […]
better doing
Framework for avoiding mediocrity
“Most things by definition are created average. Here is a mental framework for creating exceptional products with examples from Apple.” | learn more