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Bitcoin Bull-Bear Market Cycle signals potential bear market — analyst
6.8.2024
Bitcoin fell to a low of approximately $49,000 following market turmoil brought on by the Bank of Japan's rate hike and the Federal Reserve's inaction
Wharton Professor Calls for Emergency Rate Cut Following Market Downturn
6.8.2024
Jeremy Siegel, a finance professor and chief economist, has called for an emergency 75 basis point cut in the fed funds rate following a market downturn. He emphasized the necessity of this cut and suggested another rate cut next month to align with the Federal Reserve’s targets on inflation...
Feasibility of Trillion-Dollar Platinum Coin Discussed by US Government, FOIA Documents Show
5.8.2024
The trillion-dollar coin, an idea that surged as a solution to raising the U.S. debt ceiling on more than one occasion, was recently revealed to have been considered by the government several times. Memos obtained via FOIA requests by journalist Jason Leopold show that, even though it...
6 Indicators of Economic Trouble: Is a US Recession on the Horizon?
5.8.2024
At the end of the week, U.S. equities experienced a sharp decline, which reverberated through the cryptocurrency market, reducing its value from $2.4 trillion to $2.09 trillion since July 29. Recently, discussions have intensified around the likelihood of an impending U.S. recession, with a soft...
Macroeconomics Expert Predicts Hard Landing for US Economy
4.8.2024
Despite recent positive economic indicators, investor and macroeconomics expert George Gammon foresees a hard landing for the U.S. economy. In an interview with Michelle Makori of Kitco News, Gammon pointed to several warning signs in the banking sector and the broader financial landscape. Banks...
German quantum breakthrough highlights need for particle physicists in crypto
3.8.2024
German quantum breakthrough highlights need for particle physicists in crypto
Report Reveals China Continues to Secretly Grow Its Gold Stash, Misleading Market to Cause Price Cool-Off
1.8.2024
Jan Nieuwenhuijs, a gold analyst specializing in Chinese markets, alleges that China has continued to secretly buy gold without reporting it to the market, benefiting from a price cool-off. Nieuwenhuijs states that the strategy of the PBOC is to purchase gold through UK bullion banks, which goes...
Market Volatility Surges Amid Global Uncertainty, Says QCP Capital
31.7.2024
Recent analysis from QCP Capital highlights the intensifying macroeconomic volatility, driven by various factors including equity market sell-offs, unwinding currency trades, and fluctuating commodity prices. QCP Capital’s researchers foresee further turbulence ahead, particularly in light...
Russian Diplomat: El Salvador Proposes Settling Trade With Crypto
31.7.2024
El Salvador has proposed using cryptocurrency as an alternative payment method for trade with Russia. The Central American nation has reportedly expressed interest in joining the BRICS bloc and may formally apply for membership within one or two years. Ukraine-Russia Conflict Echoes in Central...
Gold Demand Hits Q2 Record High, Driven by Central Bank Purchases, World Gold Council Reports
31.7.2024
The World Gold Council’s Q2 2024 report highlights a year-on-year increase in gold demand, marking the highest second-quarter demand since 2000. This surge is fueled by central bank purchases and OTC investments, with central bank gold buying up by 6% and technology sector demand rising...
All Eyes on the Fed: Steady Rates Anticipated, September Reduction Likely
31.7.2024
The U.S. Federal Reserve is set to convene its monthly Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting to evaluate the state of the economy and determine if the central bank should adjust the federal funds rate. The prevailing market sentiment suggests that the FOMC members are likely to maintain...
Russian State Duma Deputy Chairman: BRICS SWIFT Counterpart Needed for Creating a New Economic Reality
28.7.2024
Alexander Babakov, Deputy Chairman of the Russian State Duma, highlighted the need to create a BRICS equivalent to the SWIFT messaging system, which routes payments alongside the current banking infrastructure. Babakov emphasized that this new system would help to reduce the dependence on Western...
BRICS Poised to Dominate World Bank and IMF, Says Russian Executive Director
27.7.2024
The World Bank Executive Director for Russia forecasts that BRICS nations will soon dominate the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), attributing this shift to inevitable macroeconomic and demographic changes away from Western dominance. He emphasized the importance of working...
BRICS Considers Iran’s Proposal to Link Payment Systems of All Member Countries, Says Russian Official
27.7.2024
The BRICS economic bloc is considering Iran’s proposal to link all member nations’ payment systems, according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko. The proposal aims to enhance BRICS countries’ financial sovereignty by establishing a resilient and sanctions-resistant...
Salvadoran Basic Goods Basket Rose to Historic Highs in June
26.7.2024
The price of the Salvadoran basic goods basket, a group of foods and vegetables considered essential, rose to all-time high levels in June. The increase was pushed due to the price hikes in vegetables, going over the $260 barrier and reaching $262.17. President Bukele recently expanded the action...
Latvia's economic shift: Minister of Economics on crypto law and blockchain innovations
25.7.2024
Latvia’s Minister of Economics Viktors Valainis shared insights on the country's vision for a tech-driven future and new crypto laws and blockchain initiatives aimed at transforming its economy
Sam Altman Sponsored Study Found UBI Increases Spending on Basic Needs and Philanthropy
24.7.2024
A multi-year study sponsored by Openai’s Sam Altman examined the effects of a UBI stipend on the spending patterns of the beneficiaries, finding that most of the money was spent on basic needs. The study, which gave $45 million to thousands of Americans, also determined that the stipend...
Asian Markets Cashed out During Recent Gold Rally
23.7.2024
Buyers in Asian markets were reluctant to continue purchasing gold as it reached a new record high last week, opting to cash out and wait for deeper discounts. In India, sellers were offering discounts on gold bullion of over $65 per ounce, with local dealers preparing for regulatory changes, while...
India Favors BRICS Payment System, Says Institute Director
23.7.2024
India supports the idea of an independent BRICS payments system but stresses the importance of a cautious and systematic approach. According to Ash Narain Roy, Director of India’s Institute of Social Sciences, thorough discussions among all parties are essential before making any decisions....
Robert Kiyosaki: Real Estate Markets Crashing, Time to Make Money in Your Sleep
22.7.2024
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki predicts a major opportunity for wealth accumulation as real estate markets crash. “The time to make money in your sleep is arriving now,” he stressed, adding that his Rich Dad has taught him, “If you don’t learn how to make money in your...