02/9/23

Venture Capital’s New Best Friend — Securities And Exchange Commission

Today the Securities and Exchange Commission proposed a marriage of their oversight and a squirming, virginal reluctant bride — the Venture Capital industry.

Clearly, this is a shotgun marriage and there will be no honeymoon. The VC industry will protest it is rape, but you decide.

“Shots fired!”

As Ronald Reagan said, “The top nine most terrifying words in the English Language are: I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.

Where I say the words “VC” or “venture capital” you may also read in private equity and any other adviser directed fund. Continue reading

10/5/18

Elon Musk and the US SEC – Shortsellers Enrichment Commission

Big Red Car here, following the unending saga of Elon Musk of Tesla fame and his continuing dialog with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

“Just want to [say] that the Shortseller Enrichment Commission is doing incredible work. And the name change is so on point!” Tweeted by Elon Musk.

Is this the smart play?

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Elon Musk taking a toke to release his inhibitions?

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