Stories for the Crypto Curious

ICYMI: Takeaways from Proposed Crypto Legislation

News

Last week, U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) released the Responsible Financial Innovation Act, detailing plans for what could be the future of crypto regulation. Here are five highlights for retail investors.

What Gives Metaverse Property its Value?

Education

In the metaverse’s 24/7 online world, you can purchase digital goods, services, and even land. But how do you know what anything is worth in the metaverse?

Ethereum Merge: 3 Things All Investors Should Know

Education

Recently, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said that the blockchain’s highly anticipated ‘merge’ will happen in August. If you haven't been tracking every update like it's your job, don't worry, here are three to get you up to speed.

Crypto Investing Perspective: The Good and The Bad

News

The world of crypto has been a world of change in 2022. Rather than getting caught up in short-term price movements, let's look at two of the major themes so far this year, one negative and one positive. 

An Introduction to Investing in Web3

Education

A primer on Web3 for crypto investors, including real-world examples of how Web3 is changing the internet.

Bitcoin Prices: What Can We Learn From Past Fed Rate Hikes?

News

Crypto has lived through one stretch of Fed rate increases, but we can’t always rely on the past to predict the future.

How to Navigate Crypto Investing with Inflation and Fed Rate Increases

Education

Inflation almost touched 8%. The Fed raised rates for the first time in three years. Here’s how we think about crypto investing.

How Crypto is Being Used in the Russia-Ukraine War

News

Cryptocurrency is playing an important role in the Russia-Ukraine war, which has provided a real-time demonstration of the unique characteristics of this emerging asset class.

What is a Crypto Basket?

Education

A basket is a curated selection of digital assets, giving you exposure to specific sectors of the crypto market.

Makara’s Next Chapter

NEWS

A message from our CEO

What’s the Price of Bitcoin Today? And Other Questions You Shouldn’t Ask

Education

Three questions to avoid and three questions to ask as you journey through crypto

What’s The Best Crypto to Buy Now? (Hint: There’s Not One)

Education

Three reasons why trying to find the best crypto to buy may not be the best decision for your portfolio.

What Are ERC-20 Tokens and Why Do They Matter?

Education

Eight questions (and answers!) about one of the most influential tokens in all of crypto.

Year in Review: The Five Most Important Events in Crypto in 2021

Education

After a year this big, it was hard to pick just five.

A Tale of Two Investment Portfolios

Research

Why the Makara investment team—and the founder of the world’s largest hedge fund, Ray Dalio—believes in the importance of diversification.

The 6 Most Interesting Cryptocurrencies of 2021

NEWS

Late December always brings lists of the movies, books, albums, podcasts, and other things that excited people throughout the year. We thought crypto deserved one too.

Crypto Starter Kit for You and Your Friends

Education

The team at Makara compiled all of our favorite (and most popular) resources to help you get a handle on crypto investing this holiday season.

How Makara Compares to Cryptocurrency Funds and Bitcoin ETFs

RESEARCH

Companies like Grayscale, Bitwise, and Proshares also offer you ways to invest in crypto. Here’s why we think we stand out from the crowd.

The Crypto Market Just Fell 15%. What Should You Do?

Research

You have three options.

How to Invest When Crypto Prices Are at All-Time Highs

Education

Our advice? Treat it like your 401k.

Nearly 75% of Crypto Investors Don’t Have Time to Do the Research

RESEARCH

But that’s why you’ve got us.

The Many (Other) Uses of Blockchain

Education

Blockchain technology could revolutionize everything from health records to grocery store points. Here’s how—and what we have to do to make it happen.

The Difference Between Layer 1 and Layer 2 in Crypto

Education

And how both will help crypto become the central hub of global finance.

Everything You Need to Know about Tokenization in Crypto

Education

From NFTs to Utility Tokens and Everything in Between

What is the Metaverse?

Education

A few questions (and answers) about one of the most intriguing new opportunities for crypto investors.

How to Explain Crypto Mining to your Grandparents

Education

Hint: Go slow. And then talk about carnies.

Meet the New Assets

News

A brief introduction to the eight additional new coins you’ll find distributed among our investment baskets.

Makara’s App Just Got Even Better

News

Earlier today, we rebalanced portfolios for the first time, introduced a new investment basket, and added eight new assets. And there’s a lot more on the way.

Comparing Makara to Traditional Roboadvisors

Education

Other types of roboadvisors are seeing investments rise anywhere from 20% to 45%. Which is cute.

The Case for Altcoins

Education

There are plenty of cryptocurrencies that aren’t called Bitcoin. Here’s why you should invest in them too.

The Sunday Scaries (And Other After-Hours Price Swings)

Education

When traditional markets close, crypto tends to be even more volatile than normal. Here’s why it happens, and what you can do.

The Importance of Rebalancing and Reallocation

Education

You can’t avoid risk. But you can take steps to limit it.

Why do crypto prices fluctuate so much?

Education

The volatility of crypto can be intimidating. But it’s also a big part of what gives the asset class so much potential.

Should You Invest in Crypto? (And Other Important Questions with Makara Co-founder Jesse Proudman)

Education

We launched Makara because we believe in the potential of crypto—not just as a way for investors to make money, but to change the future of it.

What is decentralized finance and why does it matter?

Education

The banking system of the future makes things like savings accounts, insurance, and loans available to everyone, regardless of their location or net worth. But it doesn’t come without risk.

Everything You Need to Know About Crypto (Abridged)

Product

It’s a complex and fascinating world. And we’re here to walk you through it.

Your chance to help clarify crypto regulation

Advocacy

Here's your chance to help clarify crypto regulation. Call your Senators about the Crypto amendment in the Infrastructure Bill.

Does Crypto Need Regulation?

Education

It depends on who you talk to. But the people who make the rules see crypto as the wild west, and they’re doing their part to send in some new sheriffs.

Crypto’s Effects on Green Energy

Education

For believers, Bitcoin mining could be as much of an asset to renewable energy as renewable energy could be to Bitcoin mining.

Jesse Proudman Discusses Crypto Markets With Bittrex Global's Stephen Stonberg

Interview

In this conversation, Jesse talks about his introduction to crypto, how that led him to Makara, and his perspective on where the market is headed.

Are you ready for The Flippening?

Education

The moment when Ether overtakes Bitcoin as the largest cryptocurrency has been teased for years. Are we finally close?

Eight Questions About Web 3.0

Education

The Internet is constantly evolving—and blockchain could help it take the next step. Here’s a look at what that would mean.

How to Diversify in a Market Based on Volatility

Education

Even more than in traditional investments, diversification in crypto is essential. There's an easy way and a hard way.

The Wait is Over: Say Hello to Makara

Product

We’ve been waiting a very long time to say this: Launch day is here!

The Arrival of ETH2, and Why It Matters

Education

After years of discussion, ETH2—Ethereum’s smarter, faster new iteration—is finally (almost) here. And that’s a really good thing.

How Governments Around the World View Crypto

Education

Governments around the world have taken different positions on regulating cryptocurrencies. Join us for a tour of different approaches and their implications.

The Evolution of the Crypto Market and Makara's Unique Role with End of the Chain’s Sam McCullouch

Interview

Sam and Jesse discuss the latest developments in the crypto industry, and how Makara fills a unique gap in the market.

El Salvador Made Bitcoin Legal Tender. What Does That Mean?

Education

El Salvador passed a bill to make Bitcoin a legal tender. We answer all the questions about what that means for Salvadorans, Bitcoin, and you.

Things You Can Buy With Cryptocurrency

Education

From lollipops to goats milk, there is a lot you can buy with your crypto.

What's the Difference Between Bitcoin and Ethereum?

Education

They’re two of the biggest blockchain networks in cryptocurrency, and they seem to show up in every news story. But where did they come from and how do they compare? We’re here to help.

Makara Baskets: A Conversation with Coinscrum Market’s Teana Baker-Taylor

Interview

Makara CEO Jesse Proudman and Teana talk about how to make crypto less intimidating for the millions sitting on the sidelines.

Worried About Bitcoin’s Environmental Impact? The Situation Is More Nuanced Than You Think.

Education

Although Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are often criticized for being harmful to the environment, many of these arguments are based on inaccurate assumptions.

Building a Company in a Crypto Bear Market with Sadie Raney on the FTX Podcast

Interview

Makara Co-Founder Sadie Raney joins Tristan Yver from FTX to discuss the evolution of Strix Leviathan and Makara.

Automated Investing and Market Drawdowns: A Conversation with Anthony Pompliano

Interview

In this conversation, Jesse Proudman and Anthony 'Pomp' Pompliano discuss defensive crypto, bull market cycles, importance of SEC registration, and what is next for Makara.

The Flexibility of Software-Based Investment With Compass Podcast’s Will Foxley

Interview

Will and Jesse discuss why pairing education with crypto investing is a compelling one-two punch.

It’s not the right time for a Bitcoin ETF

Opinion

You can’t just stuff a decentralized, time-agnostic asset into the confines of the 'banker-defined' stock market. Crypto markets never close, and often do the most unexpected things when investors are sleeping.

Why Crypto is Too Complicated: A Conversation with Trade the Chain’s Alex Mascioli

Interview

Alex Mascioli and Jesse Proudman discuss Makara and what it means for the future of retail investing.

Welcome to Makara

Product

We’re setting out to revolutionize cryptocurrency investment—to use technology and education to demystify an asset class that’s almost as confusing as it is enticing — and we need your help to do it.