Alternative Investments
What Happened to OTIS: A Fractional Collectibles Cautionary Tale
In March 2022, Public.com acquired OTIS (Otis Wealth Inc.) , the self-described "stock market for culture" that let retail investors buy Regulation A+ fractional shares in individual sneakers, trading
Jeff Barnes, MBA··10 min read
Alternative Investments
Trove's Collection Dividends Are a Loyalty Perk, Not Portfolio Income
Trove launched Collection Dividends on Sept 3, 2026, paying 2% annually on vaulted cards, but the payout is Trove revenue, not card cash flows.
Jeff Barnes, MBA··12 min read