If you’ve ever heard someone dismiss crypto as “too volatile,” they’re not alone. To many professionals who are used to the rhythms of traditional finance, the price swings in crypto markets can feel extreme. But here’s the thing: volatility exists in all markets—and what makes crypto feel different is its speed, structure, and accessibility, not […]
Bitcoin was the first. The spark that lit the flame of decentralized finance. The digital asset that challenged everything we thought we knew about money. Today, thousands of cryptocurrencies exist. Many claim to improve on Bitcoin or serve entirely different purposes. Yet among early adopters and purists, a belief persists: “There is only Bitcoin.” These […]
In 2023, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink made a bold prediction: “The next generation for markets… will be the tokenization of securities.” What does that mean? And why would the head of the world’s largest asset manager say it so publicly? At a high level, tokenization is about transforming how the world stores, trades, and trusts […]
Summary In this episode of M&A+ The Art After the Deal, host Lisa Scott sits down with leadership expert and bestselling author Bob Tiede for a masterclass on leading with questions. Bob shares how shifting from telling to asking can radically transform leadership effectiveness, especially during times of transition, such as post-merger integration. Drawing from […]
In the world of Bitcoin, you’ll often hear phrases like: “Run your own node.” “Don’t trust—verify.” But what exactly is a node? Do you need one? And what does it actually do? Let’s break it down in simple terms. What Is a Bitcoin Node? A node is a computer that runs Bitcoin software and connects […]
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend BitBlockBoom, held right here in Frisco, TX, one of the most focused and unapologetically Bitcoin-centric conferences in the U.S. Unlike broader crypto events, BitBlockBoom draws a crowd of builders, thinkers, entrepreneurs, and long-time “hodlers” who are laser-focused on Bitcoin’s role as the foundation of a […]
Introduction The cryptocurrency industry is maturing, and with that maturity comes a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). What started as a landscape of small startups and exchanges has evolved into a sector where multi-billion-dollar companies are buying competitors, merging, or acquiring key technology providers. In recent years, deal activity in crypto has accelerated – […]
We know that Bitcoin mining is how new bitcoin is created and transactions are validated. But what many people don’t know is how mining businesses actually work. Who hires the miners? How do they get paid? Can you mine Bitcoin just for yourself and survive? What are the odds of earning rewards—and what does […]
Crypto & Financial Literacy Series by Lisa Scott | In2edge Newsletter The 2008 financial crisis rocked the global economy and left millions without homes, jobs, or savings. At the heart of the collapse? A fragile pyramid built on risky mortgages, complex financial instruments, and blind confidence. Fast forward to today, and some wonder: Could crypto […]
If you’ve heard the term Web3 and wondered what it really means, you’re not alone. The concept has been making headlines, attracting startups, and gaining the attention of policymakers—and it’s reshaping how we think about the internet. Let’s break it down, plain and simple. What is Web3? Web3 is the next version of the internet—one […]
