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Gregory Ferenstein runs TechCrunch's policy channel, CrunchGov. He also holds a Master's in Mathematical Behavior Sciences.
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Uncle Sam, Angel Investor
Beast IdeaWelcome to Tax Day. But with budget cuts and an aging population, it’s time to examine other models to raise revenue. So why not treat taxpayer investments into science and technology as equity?

The Myth of Silicon Valley Libertarians
ELITEThere’s a reason why the Silicon Valley libertarian revolution hasn’t materialized: They’re actually an entirely new type of Democrat.

Peter Thiel's Radical Political Vision
INNOVATIVEThe right-leaning tech billionaire offers a look into how Silicon Valley could transform the way we think about politics.

Buzz Your Way to Better Posture
SIT UP!A new wearable promises to help you improve your posture. Is it worth the cost?

Amiigo Tracker Pairs Data With Deadlifts
Healthy TechThe new fitness tracker aims to recognize any workout movement from pull-ups to Pilates, but it still needs a bit of work.

Forget 5-Hour Energy: Try Tea Instead
WIREDThe makers caffeine shot 5-hour Energy are under fire for false advertising. Perhaps it’s time to go back to the caffeine basics.

Stop Repeating: Better Ways to Memorize
Nope Nope NopeA team of scientists recently discovered that repetition is a terrible way to memorize information—and their findings highlight much better strategies.

Google’s Universal Healthcare Utopia
GOOGLE FITLarry Page wants to create one massive health data center. And with the recently introduced Google Fit, his vision isn’t far off.

The Foolproof Formula for Falling Asleep
Shut EyeWith so many sleep trackers on the market, it’s hard to know which is right for you. Here are the best options for beating your sleep problems for good.

Fasting Might Regenerate Immune System
SLIMFASTCould you live without food for a few days, if it was good for your health? Researchers at USC found that fasting for 4 or 5 days causes the body to generate new immune cells.
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