500 Startups is a seed investor for companies and startups around the globe, who are shipping (or about to ship) a product and looking to grow. 500 Startups is committed to diversity, and looks for companies from outside the US, or are owned by women or minorities. When a company or startup's proposal is accepted, they spend 4 months working with the 500 Startups team, on everything from product markets to business plans. They have worked with several blockchain-related companies, who are working in industries ranging from finance to healthcare. Robert also offers his thoughts on impending government regulations in the bitcoin and blockchain spaces.

For more information, or to submit a proposal at the next opening, visit www.500.co.