A&E Snippets: The Most Active Startup Investors Put Their Money Here

[The Startup Investor] Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Dear Startup Investor, We're rolling out something a little bit different today: A&E Snippets. Once a week, we'll land in your inbox with a comprehensive roundup of the top five stories you need on your radar right now. Just click on the headlines below, read up, and learn exactly where the biggest opportunities are hiding across the board this week. Ready to get started? Check it out: [In a Record Year, These Are the Most Active North American Startup Investors]( Three major firms top the list of this year's 18 most active startup investors in North America. Combined, they've led or participated in 257 funding rounds, raising a whopping $16.8 billion. It's a bullish startup market, and the big guys have stepped up their game. Follow the leaders and find out exactly where they're putting their money. [Full story](. [Despite Scrutiny, Robinhood's IPO Plans Show No Signs of Stopping]( Robinhood filed to go public on the Nasdaq in what's expected to be a massive $40 billion IPO. That's a valuation 240% higher than what it's worth right now - an impressive gain for anyone who gets in before IPO day. That's why it's one of the most anticipated offerings of the year, but some investors are still wary about snapping up shares. Should you? [Full story here](. [This Tiny Crypto Market Is Anticipating a $14.2 Trillion Boost in Four Years]( Bitcoin is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to cryptocurrency. In fact, some of the best-performing coins on the market - the ones that have beat Bitcoin by as much as 100X over 30 days - are ones that barely anyone knows. [Here's how to find them](. [The Startup Investor's Guide to Recognizing High-Quality Cannabis]( Not all cannabis startups are created equal. And when you're searching for the next greatest ventures to add to your portfolio, you've got to separate the duds from the top-notch flower. In fact, the companies that aren't hitting these specific marks are leaving a whole lot of money off the table - and out of your pockets. [Full story](. [Unicorns Are Overrated... We're Aiming 10X Higher Now]( Private equity deals totaled $512 billion in just the first six months of 2021. That's a 152% increase from the same time frame last year, and adds to the record-breaking $2.82 trillion in total deal volume (public and private) over the last two quarters. But this deal flow spike isn't a fluke. It's part of an ongoing change that's making the startup world bigger and more valuable than ever before. [Full story](. We'll be back soon with another update. Until next time, The Research Team Trending [The Best Part of Angel Investing Isn't Always the Money]( I've invested in some incredible startups through the years. And I won't sugarcoat it. They've made me good money. But the most valuable part of those investments has nothing to do with money at all. [Full story]( [This Tech Is Where Billionaires Put Their Money Now]( One billionaire famously made $100 million on ONE trade. He has just put $180 million into it. Another venture capitalist raised $25 million. Yet the mainstream media are barely covering it. [Click here for the full story](. [There Are No Shortcuts to Success... Only This]( Daymond here. I never went to college. But for me - and many others - college wasn't a necessary part of my success equation. What mattered more were the experiences I had along the way. And through those experiences, I learned that there's only one path to success. Here's what it is. [Full story]( Stay Connected [facebook]( [instagram]( [Money Morning Red Alert] The best way to receive the most timely, actionable opportunities from Money Morning is by joining our text messaging service, Red Alert - free of charge. 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