DeGrasse Tyson on outer space and Elon Musk

Interesting discussion on tapping solar power and managing resources in outer space.

Astrophysicist and TV host Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses business opportunities that outer space offers, Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s recent behavior, and Trump’s new branch of the military, the Space Force. Here is a direct video link.

Neil deGrasse Tyson on Elon Musk, Trump’s Space Force from CNBC.

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Pot stocks higher than rational return prospects

Euphoric frenzy around start-ups and new sectors present lengendary capital dangers, particularly because people tend to increase their bets as stock prices rise faster than business prospects.  Meanwhile for the companies, delivering on operational expectations is a long and winding road.  As Cannabis supply and stock prices are leaping, regulatory and demand questions are likely to weigh on exuberant assumptions going forward.

Investors in Canadian weed shares are having a great start to the week as the cannabis sector continues to soar on the stock market.  Here is a direct video link.

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A&W sells out of plant-based patties on unexpected consumer demand

Good news:  revelations are spreading that plant-based protein is delicious as well as better for health–higher vitality and dramatically less need for medications–and the environment.  See Canadian burger chain sells out of plant-based patties:

After more than 60 years of dishing out beef burgers, a Canadian fast-food chain has found new success in an unexpected product: a patty made from peas, mung beans and beets.

A&W Food Services of Canada Inc., the country’s second-largest hamburger chain, is tapping into growing demand for plant-based protein by becoming the first national burger chain to offer California-based Beyond Meat’s burger on its menu in July.

The Beyond Meat burgers sold out nationwide in a matter of weeks, said Chief Executive Officer Susan Senecal. The veggie burgers will be back in stock across Canada Oct. 1.

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