Dana Blankenhorn: Facing the Future

Dana Blankenhorn's Substack focuses on the intersection of technology and investments, with a keen eye on how emerging technologies like AI impact democracy, the economy, and societal structures. It contemplates the future of urban living, energy, education, and the internet, alongside the challenges of transitioning to renewable resources and the evolving landscape of democracy and authoritarianism. The newsletter also discusses the implications of technological advancements on industries, particularly through the lens of software development, corporate governance, and environmental sustainability.

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The Short Game

0 implied HN points • 18 Aug 22
  1. Shorting is borrowing and selling a stock you think will drop in value.
  2. Some small traders make money by buying heavily shorted stocks and causing a 'short squeeze.'
  3. Regulators are implementing rules to prevent manipulation of short positions in the market.