Adam Goodpasture
Adam is a freelance writer living in Portland, Ore. After a self-taught financial journey, Adam’s goal is to help spread financial literacy one article at a time. When he’s not writing, Adam can be found somewhere in the Cascade Mountains hiking or camping
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Elon Musk, Michael Saylor to Form Bitcoin Mining Council to Combat Environmental Concerns
Elon Musk and Michael Saylor have announced the formation of the Bitcoin Mining Council to combat the industry’s rampant energy use.
How to Play Axie Infinity—Online Gaming That Pays Users in NFTs
Axie Infinity is a new blockchain-centered game that has helped players earn income during the COVID-19 pandemic. How does the game work?
Fed to Release Research, Considers Potential Digital Currency
The Federal Reserve announced that it will release research this summer about a central bank digital dollar. However, the rollout will take some time.
How the Crypto Fear and Greed Index Measures Market Opportunities
As cryptocurrencies continue their slump, the Fear and Greed Index is helping investors make sense of it all. How does the index work?
What Happens to Crypto Assets During a Bankruptcy?
As cryptocurrencies grow in popularity, new questions are being asked about them. What happens to crypto assets in bankruptcy?
Hong Kong to Ban Retail Crypto Trading—What It Means
Hong Kong is moving towards a proposal that would limit crypto trading to professional investors with portfolios larger than $1 million.
Tired of Growth Stocks? Here Are the Five Best Large-Cap Value ETFs
Investors are shifting from growth stocks to value stocks. With this shift, many of them are looking at large-cap value ETFs for diversification.
Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Is Bullish on Ethereum and Bitcoin
Ark Invest and CEO Cathie Wood have been optimistic about the future for Ethereum and Bitcoin. They invested heavily in Grayscale’s crypto trusts.
DarkSide's Bitcoin Activity Shows $90 Million Made in Eight Months
Details have been emerging since DarkSide hacked the Colonial Pipeline. Investigators have been able to track DarkSide's bitcoin activity.
Is Polkadot a Good Eco-Friendly Alternative to Bitcoin?
As Polkadot gains more traction with crypto investors, is it following suit with other eco-friendly cryptocurrencies?
How to Become a Polkadot Validator and Make Money
Polkadot is quickly becoming a formidable blockchain. How do you become a validator on the network and what does it pay?
Bitcoin and Ethereum's Energy Consumption Concerns, Explained
Elon Musk raised concerns about Bitcoin and Ethereum’s energy consumption. Are the environmental impacts a concern?
Did Elon Musk Sell His Bitcoin? Tesla Halts Bitcoin Payments
With the news that Tesla is halting Bitcoin as a payment method, many people wonder if Elon Musk sold his Bitcoin prior to the announcement.
Ethereum 2.0: Four Release Phases and Full Launch Date, Explained
Ethereum 2.0 is being released in multiple phases. Some people are confused about when the full launch will happen.
Oatly Eyes $10 Billion Valuation Ahead of IPO, No Firm Date Set
Oatly announced more details about its IPO. The company aims for a $10 billion valuation and share price between $15 and $17.
What Is the Ethereum Gas Fee and How Much Does It Cost?
What is the Ethereum gas fee and how much does it cost? Will the new Ethereum 2.0 upgrade address the rising gas fee?
Is Ethereum 2.0 a New Coin and Will Current ETH Carry Over?
A lot of work has gone into Ethereum's upgraded blockchain Ethereum 2.0. Investors want to know it’s a new coin and if their current ETH will carry over.
The Best Day to Buy Crypto Might Not Be What You Think
Crypto investors are trying to get a leg up to score profits. Are some days of the week better to buy crypto than others?
Yale Endowment Chief David Swensen Dies at 67, Leaves His Mark
David Swensen passed away at 67 years old on May 5, 2021. The head of Yale’s endowment fund built the university’s wealth but also his own.
Will Dogecoin Crash After Elon Musk's SNL Appearance?
With Elon Musk set to host SNL on May 8, many Dogecoin enthusiasts wonder if it will cause the cryptocurrency to crash.
How Evercore Chairman Roger Altman Made His Millions
With Evercore’s first-quarter earnings report, it’s worth learning about its founder and chairman Roger Altman and his net worth.
Dogecoin Sets a New Record and Surpasses the 50 Cent Mark
Dogecoin surpassed the 50 cent mark on May 4. How high will the cryptocurrency go? What can investors expect?
BakeryToken (BAKE) Is the Latest Cryptocurrency to Surge
The latest cryptocurrency to make waves, BAKE, isn’t easily purchased on most platforms. Navigating other exchanges and transferring Bitcoin might be the best option.
How Coinbase Withdrawal Limits Work and Incentivize Crypto Trading
Coinbase is attracting new customers, many of whom are new to cryptocurrency investing. Here’s a refresher on Coinbase’s withdrawal limits.
IRS Gets Funding to Hunt for Unreported Income, Might Audit Venmo
Biden announced additional funding to the IRS to investigate unreported income on services like Venmo. Will the IRS audit Venmo?
How to Determine If You Qualify for an Earned Income Tax Credit
Many taxpayers don’t know they qualify for the IRS’s earned income tax credit. Without a professional, it might be overlooked.
Biden Versus Trump—Comparing Tax Plans and What Will Change
On April 28, President Biden will address Congress to unveil his tax changes. How does his plan compare to Trump’s 2017 tax plan?
How to Get Crypto Buying Power on Webull
Webull Crypto buying power is essential to get leverage access to more cryptocurrencies. How do investors get more buying power?
Binance Is Launching Its Own NFT Marketplace in June
Binance, a crypto exchange, announced that it's launching its own NFT marketplace in June. It will be the largest NFT marketplace in the world.
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai's Overall Compensation Shrank in 2020
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai's compensation decreased in 2020, even though his salary increased by more than 300 percent.
Robinhood Users Experience Issues Selling Crypto, Orders Placed on Hold During Dogecoin Rally
Investors who sold crypto on Robinhood experienced issues leading up to Doge Day. Robinhood fixed the issue claiming it was due to high volume.
After a Successful First Day After Its IPO, Is Uipath Overvalued?
Despite Uipath’s success after its IPO, investors are wondering if it’s overvalued.
SAFE Banking Act Passes U.S. House Again, but Will It Be Enacted?
The House passed the SAFE Banking Act again. Unlikely to pass the Senate, further legalization may be on the horizon.
Cadillac Unveils New EV SUV ‘Lyriq’ Signaling the End of Combustion Engines for the Company
GM announced Cadillac’s new Lyriq. An all-electric crossover SUV has a range to rival Tesla's. Explore the specs of the new SUV.
Despite Immense Build-up, Doge Day Disappointed — What Happened?
Although Doge Day was hyped up leading up to its 4/20 launch date, Dogecoin underperformed and even lost value.
FanDuel Isn't Publicly Traded But Might Be Soon
Investors looking to buy into FanDuel might not have to wait long. FanDuel’s parent company, Flutter Entertainment, looks poised for an IPO.
Meet Elongate, The Newest Cryptocurrency Born From an Elon Musk Tweet
The latest crypto coin, Elongate, was created hours after Elon Musk tweeted preference to future scandals of him be named “Elongate.”
Larry Fink Says Institutional Investors Are Fascinated by Bitcoin, but Still Not Interested
Larry Fink’s recent comments on bitcoin provide some insights into how Wall Street views cryptocurrencies both now and in the future.
Here's Why the 2019 Overstock (OSTK) Short Squeeze Is in the News Again
In 2019, before the GameStop saga, Overstock was wrapped up in their own short squeeze situation. Now the results of that squeeze is proving profitable for the company.
Is QuantumScape (QS) Still a Good Buy in 2021?
QuantumScape stock had an impressive run in 2020. With stock prices falling in 2021, is QuantumScape still a good buy?
CNBC Replaces ‘Squawk Alley’ with ‘TechCheck’
With TechCheck starting on Monday, many may be wondering if Squawk Alley was canceled. Viewers won’t be disappointed as the new program mirrors the old.
Aphria or OrganiGram? Which is a Better Stock for Investors?
Choosing between cannabis stocks Aphria and OrganiGram requires a look at both companies’ track records and outlook for 2021.
Understanding Option Greeks Can Help You Success at Options Trading
When trading options, many investors need option Greeks explained. This brief overview will help even novice investors understand what delta, gamma, theta, and vega mean.
How to Create and Sell NFT Artwork
With NFTs hauling in large paydays, many are asking how they can create and sell their own NFT artwork. Here’s how.
It's Tricky (But Not Impossible) to Buy Purpose Bitcoin ETF in the U.S.
U.S. investors can invest in Purpose Bitcoin ETF (BTCC), but it’s not as easy as U.S. traded ETFs.
Paysafe Versus PayPal: Comparing the Two Payment Processors
Paysafe and PayPal are two of the most popular payment processing services. For a business choosing between the two, it’s important to know the differences.
Grayscale Announces It Intends to Convert Its Bitcoin Trust Into an ETF
Grayscale announced it is converting its bitcoin trust into an ETF, allowing traditional investors to easily invest in bitcoin.
How Much of Palantir Does Alex Karp Still Own?
Palantir CEO Alex Karp’s ownership stake is held in a stockpile of shares. However, Karp’s executive power doesn’t stop there.
Elon Musk’s Tesla Compensation Plan Could Make Him the Richest Man in the World—Again
In 2018, Tesla sign an unprecedented compensation plan for Elon Musk. That plan has proved successful for Telsa and Musk.
Elon Musk Tweets Are Affecting Stocks Like Zomedica—Should You Take the Bait?
Elon Musk has carved himself a niche as a sage stock picker, influencing stocks like Zomedica with one tweet. Can you learn anything from his musings?