[throwaway-99482]

Not entirely true. You can use https://localbitcoins.com/ to buy bitcoin without an exchange and then use Uniswap to invest into up and coming tokens. If they're on Coinbase, it is often already too late to be an early stage investor.

[doopy1]

I thought localbitcoins was made illegal in the USA unless the seller has a certian money handling license? It could just be an NY/CA thing, but still...

[TrickyQuestion]

Localbitcoins seem to do the same digital KYC dance as Coinbase. So you will probably also have to copy your passport for them.