Other (10)

• AngelList launched USVC, an SEC-registered fund allowing non-accredited retail investors to access venture capital with a $500 minimum. This closed-end fund charges a 2.5% annual fee, aiming for long-term capital appreciation over traditional liquidity.
• Jason Calacanis notes USVC's fee structure incentivizes managers to grow assets under management rather than focus solely on performance, contrasting with traditional VC carry models. He views the fund as a way to provide liquidity to early investors and founders by converting existing SPV holdings.
• Critics like Marco S. argue retail investors do not need extensive access to private markets, labeling USVC a "grift." Jason Calacanis counters that such initiatives allow non-accredited individuals to learn about investing with small, manageable amounts.
• Federal authorities charged Ganon Van Djk for insider trading on Polymarket, betting on a US raid to remove Venezuela's Maduro. Van Djk placed 13 bets totaling $33,000 and won $49,000, later transferring funds to a foreign crypto vault.
• Jason Calacanis believes military members betting on their own success could boost morale, proposing a system for the public to place "splashy cashy bets" for soldiers. Lan finds this idea dystopian, akin to rich individuals wagering on live combat situations.
• A New York Times Opinions podcast discussion normalized "microlooting" (stealing small items) and "lootmaxing" (grand theft) and explored the concept of "social murder." Jason Calacanis criticizes this as disgraceful for a respected media brand, arguing it risks inspiring dangerous behavior.
• The podcast further debated whether structural violence, such as failings in the healthcare system, could morally justify acts like the assassination of a CEO. Jason Calacanis strongly condemns all forms of violence, advocating for democratic channels to address societal problems.
• Jason Calacanis supports Scott Galloway's "resist and unsubscribe" strategy, encouraging consumers to stop supporting companies they disagree with economically. This non-violent protest offers a clear message and empowers individuals without resorting to theft or violence.
• Jason Calacanis highlights the importance of financial literacy, especially for children, noting wealthy families often provide this education while public schools do not. He endorses Greenlight.com and plans to launch 'kidsinvestmentclub.com' to offer paid financial programming for kids.
• Jason Calacanis recommends Annie Duke's book "Thinking in Bets," highlighting its relevance for startup founders and decision-making. He also draws parallels between Duke's pioneering role in poker and Judit Polgar's achievements in the male-dominated field of chess.

Startups (2)

• Project 11, a post-quantum security startup, awarded one Bitcoin to researcher Giancarlo Lelli for breaking a 15-bit elliptic curve key using a publicly accessible quantum computer.
• Project 11, backed by investors including Nick Carter's Castle Island Ventures, recently raised $20 million in a Series A round at a $120 million valuation to support its post-quantum security work.

Markets (1)

• Donald Trump expressed disapproval of prediction markets, calling the world a "casino," despite his son Donald Trump Jr.'s advisory role to Polymarket and his own history with casino operations.

VC (1)

• Pantera Capital is urging Satsuma Tech to liquidate its remaining Bitcoin holdings, valued at $50 million, and return capital to shareholders after its equity shares collapsed by 99% since June 2025.

Business (1)

• Tokyo-listed MetaPlanet raised $50 million (8 billion JPY) through zero-interest bonds from Evo Fund, earmarking the proceeds for additional Bitcoin purchases to expand its corporate treasury.

BTC Markets (1)

• Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded over $2 billion in net inflows over eight consecutive days, with $223.2 million on April 24, 2026, though David Bennett cautions against declaring the bear market over.