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The Most Important Thing Holding Up the US Dollar

The Most Important Thing Holding Up the US Dollar

Maestro By Ron Paul
PostedMarch 31, 2014

Historically speaking, currencies come and go all the time. And with so much of the current financial system based on blind faith in a single central bank, the dollar may be on its way out. Today, Dr. Ron Paul wonders if the world is about to witness the beginning of the end of the US dollar-based monetary system…

Big Data Revolution: How it All Began

Big Data Revolution: How it All Began

Video By The Daily Reckoning
PostedMarch 31, 2014

The rise of Big Data is bringing an enormous wave of economic growth as new businesses form. But in order for new technologies to thrive, the old model must first die – a process called ‘creative destruction.’ In this Daily Reckoning exclusive interview, Harvard Business school’s Clayton Christensen discusses what he calls “The Innovator’s Dilemma”…

A Violent End for the Global Financial System

A Violent End for the Global Financial System

By Callum Newman
PostedMarch 31, 2014

There are plenty of ways for sovereign nations to attack each other without firing a single bullet. And one of the most disastrous scenarios could bring an end to the entire global monetary system. Today Callum Newman explains how this scenario might play out, and what countries – if any – might come out on top. Read on…

3 Ways to Be Your Own Venture Capitalist

3 Ways to Be Your Own Venture Capitalist

By Matthew Milner
PostedMarch 31, 2014

In the world of private-equity investing, there are a variety of great high-growth opportunities. But how do you pick the few explosive winners from the massive herd of losers? Today, ex-venture capitalist Matthew Milner shows you what the pros do — and three strategies to lock down those profits. Read on…

A Poisonous Recipe from the Obamacare Cookbook

A Poisonous Recipe from the Obamacare Cookbook

By John Goodman
PostedMarch 31, 2014

In an effort to cut costs and keep track of patients’ records, governments could institute a medical guideline cookbook. Bureaucrats might think they have the best of intentions in mind, but these new rules would drag down the medical process and destroy whatever quality is left in our current system. John C. Goodman explains…

One Sector that Has Taken Over the Market

One Sector that Has Taken Over the Market

By Greg Guenthner
PostedMarch 31, 2014

While Facebook and its “momentum stock” brethren take the express elevator to the basement, another group of stocks is sneaking to new highs. Less than two months ago, this sector was left for dead—while momentum darlings and biotech wonders hoarded the market’s gains all for themselves. Greg Guenthner explains…

The Easiest Way to Make Millions in America

The Easiest Way to Make Millions in America

5 Min. Forecast By Dave Gonigam
PostedMarch 28, 2014

Can you guess what the fastest growing industry in America has been in the last several years? We’ll give you a hint: It’s smooth and black and can be found all over Texas. That’s right, the U.S. oil boom is in full swing, and it’s making ordinary Americans filthy rich. Dave Gonigam has more…

New Investments in Cheaper Space Travel

New Investments in Cheaper Space Travel

By Patrick Copeland
PostedMarch 28, 2014

Humans have dreamed of building towers into the heavens since biblical times. But only in today’s day and age, through new technologies like “miracle materials”, can we surpass our earthly limitations. Today, Patrick Copeland explores one overlooked form of transportation: space elevators. Read on…

How to Choose the Most Secure Password Possible

How to Choose the Most Secure Password Possible

By Bruce Schneier
PostedMarch 28, 2014

You can’t do anything online these days without a username and password. But there are plenty of hackers out there who would love to get their hands on your personal information. Today, Bruce Schneier explains one method for choosing your password that’s designed to stump even the most talented hackers. Read on…

A Boring Way to Profit as Momentum Stocks Decline

A Boring Way to Profit as Momentum Stocks Decline

By Greg Guenthner
PostedMarch 28, 2014

The continuing massacre of momentum stocks this week has torn down some of the biggest gainers of the past six months. Investors are trading in their riskier growth stocks that have already produced huge returns. Instead, they’re opting for boring, safe stocks. Is this the beginning of a bigger move lower for the market? Greg Guenthner explains…