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Thinking About Investing In AtomBeam, The Startup Creating Hyper Efficient Machine Communication?
In a world where data is the new gold, managing and transmitting this invaluable resource efficiently is critical. AtomBeam Technologies,...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 29, 20236 min read
Hubtas Review 2023: The Industry's Most Advanced Equity Crowdfunding Tools
Hubtas has been making a name for itself in the equity crowdfunding world recently and for good reasons. The tool is one that I use...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 25, 20233 min read
Less Than 10% Of Equity Crowdfunding Startups Are Profitable
While things are starting to turn around both for the broader stock market and the startup investing world, investors are punishing...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 23, 20232 min read
Thinking About Investing In Aries, The All-In-One Client Focused Trading and Investment Platform?
Aries launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine and quickly raised over $350,000. This comprehensive investors guide and...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 9, 20235 min read
Top 10 Good Startup Ideas for Entrepreneurs and Investors (2023)
Starting a business is an exhilarating journey full of potential and promise. With the right concept in hand, you can carve a niche in...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 8, 20235 min read
What is the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA)? An In-depth Look
Equity crowdfunding has made significant strides in democratizing access to capital, but it's essential to understand the broader...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 8, 20235 min read
Thinking About Investing in ACME AtronOmatic on StartEngine?
ACME AtronOmatic, the company behind the popular MyRadar app, launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine. The company...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 7, 20234 min read
Understanding Venture Capital: Definition, Examples, and How It Compares to Other Types of Funding
Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity financing where investors provide funds to startups and small businesses with long-term...
Caleb Naysmith
Sep 7, 20235 min read
Is Wefunder a Scam? A Comprehensive Breakdown
Wefunder pioneered the U.S. equity crowdfunding market and a great diversification option for any portfolio. The world of equity...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 29, 20234 min read
Is StartEngine a Scam? A Comprehensive Examination
Many upset investors call StartEngine a scam, but is it actually? No, StartEngine is not a scam. The platform is regulated, completely...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 27, 20233 min read
When Will I See a Return on My StartEngine and Wefunder Investments?
StartEngine and Wefunder can be an incredibly lucrative diversification option if done correctly. But equity crowdfunding investments...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 26, 20234 min read
The 5 Stages Of Venture Capital And Startup Funding
There are typically at least five stages of any venture-backed startup, but there can be as many as 10 or more depending on the startup....
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 24, 20234 min read
How To Invest In Startups 2023 Comprehensive Guide
One of the easiest, best, and most accessible ways for anyone to invest in startups is through equity crowdfunding sites. Investing in...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 22, 20236 min read
Thinking About Investing In Robot Cache, A Top PC Game Distribution & Re-sell Platform?
In a significant move for the gaming industry, Robot Cache has recently announced its launch on the popular investment platform...
Caleb Naysmith
Aug 21, 20234 min read
StartEngine Marketplace: New Service Lets Investors Trade Shares in Equity Crowdfunding Startups
One of the most commonly asked questions in equity crowdfunding is "How do I sell my shares?" This is likely, in part, due to the...
Caleb Naysmith
Jul 10, 20231 min read
What Is The Difference Between Equity Crowdfunding And Normal Crowdfunding?
Equity crowdfunding has been somewhat burdened by its name. Crowdfunding is typically associated with pre-ordering a product to get to...
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 21, 20232 min read
What Is Equity Crowdfunding? Everything You Need To Know
The JOBS Act was a law passed in 2012 that went into effect in 2016 effectively creating the industry commonly known as equity...
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 21, 20236 min read
Aaron Rodgers Launches Equity Crowdfunding Campaign With Sports Database OSDB
Equity crowdfunding is the ugly duckling of the startup investing world. For a while, the industry held a stigma that only the worst...
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 21, 20234 min read
The Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act Guide & Overview
The Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act is a piece of legislation that created the industry known as "equity crowdfunding." Signed...
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 16, 20234 min read
Regulation A: Comprehensive Guide For Issuers & Investors
Regulation A (Reg A) is a crucial component of the US securities landscape that investors and issuers should be intimately familiar with....
Caleb Naysmith
Jun 13, 202314 min read
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Thinking About Investing In Holly, The Startup Democratizing Hollywood?
Investing in Holly is about delivering a disruptive solution to an age-old problem: Hollywood’s greed and corruption. For too long, the...
Thinking About Investing In AtomBeam, The Startup Creating Hyper Efficient Machine Communication?
In a world where data is the new gold, managing and transmitting this invaluable resource efficiently is critical. AtomBeam Technologies,...
Thinking About Investing In Aries, The All-In-One Client Focused Trading and Investment Platform?
Aries launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine and quickly raised over $350,000. This comprehensive investors guide and...
Thinking About Investing in ACME AtronOmatic on StartEngine?
ACME AtronOmatic, the company behind the popular MyRadar app, launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine. The company...
Thinking About Investing In Apis Cor, The Innovative 3D Printing Housing Construction Startup?
In an ambitious step towards revolutionizing the global construction sector, Apis Cor is offering investors a chance to own a stake in...
Thinking About Investing in R3 Printing, The High-Performance 3D Printer Startup?
In this comprehensive breakdown, we provide an overview of R3 printing while breaking down it's strengths and weaknesses from an...
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