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Your third example should go under the distinction of statements you disagree with.

There are plenty of reasons why Instagram may be worth $1 billion that are not outrageously, astonishingly wrong. Not least of which is because that's what Facebook paid for it two years ago. Instagram has grown significantly since then, as has FB's valuation. I'd speculate Instagram could go public today at a low multi-billion valuation.


That was the first Kickstarter. The most recent one (and the one described in the story regarding $300k raised, etc.), is here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/694835844/pool-tile-by-...


It looks like the first Kickstarter was to find and test an adequate filtration system, and the second is to build a "float lab" test pool. If that succeeds they'll probably have to launch yet another Kickstarter asking for funding of over a million to build the final product.


There are about 2,000 audiobooks available through Kindle Unlimited. Compared with 150,000+ available through Audible.

So yes, if the books you want to listen to are on KU, it's a better deal.

*Full press release embedded here: http://www.businessinsider.com/amazon-unlimited-reading-2014...


Full press release ended with me finding a link that shows the narrated books they include. Edited above.



I've had the Sleep Innovations mattress on my list to buy for a while (http://www.amazon.com/Sleep-Innovations-SureTemp-Mattress-Wa...). Any differences between the two that you'd like to highlight or comment on?


I haven't slept on it personally but generally customers really like our comfort and feel.

* We also work really hard to provide good customer service and policies.

* Easy returns, helping you find a place to recycle your old beds a warranty that doesn't pro-rate and require you to jump through hoops to qualify for.

* All of our materials are made here in the states.

* We're a small team, I think those guys are pretty huge. They supply to Costco and other stores.

Either way, it's mostly about what the perfect fit is for you. Our bed won't be the best fit for everyone and we honestly would rather help customers find what they are looking for.

I can elaborate more and answer more questions offline if you'd like. My direct line is jt at tuftandneedle


That link currently ranks at #4 for me in a Google search of Christopher Duntsch, no quotes.


Of course it is. I've done it before, it's not particularly difficult after an adjustment period if you work a desk job with Internet access.

Anyway, if you're seriously considering cutting off at-home Internet, take a look at FreedomPop's free plans, limited to 500MB-1GB of data or something per month. I haven't used them personally, but it could be an inexpensive way of reducing the allure of an unlimited Internet funnel.


I'm assuming that qualified investors means accredited investors. SEC definition here: http://www.sec.gov/answers/accred.htm


That's correct. I changed the post to say "accredited" - thanks!


Okay I get it. That was my hangup. Thanks!


You still need to be an accredited investor to take part in these potential general solicitation rounds (net worth above $1 million, minus primary residence, or annual income of more than $200,000), right?


This article confusingly referred to "qualified" investors but according to other reporting it is actually "accredited" investors [1]. This is particularly confusing because "qualified purchasers" is an even higher standard required for some investments [2].

[1] http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/07/10/us-sec-advertising...

[2] http://globalfundexchange.com/about/230


Good catch, I've s/qualified/accredited. Thanks!


Yes


Age 29 the first with regular speed of clicks. Age 53 the second time taking lots of time between clicks and being more careful to click the center of the circle.


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