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Russian State Duma Chairman: ‘US National Debt Is a Global Financial Pyramid’
28.5.2023
Vyacheslav Volodin, chairman of the Russian State Duma, the lower house of the Russian Federal Assembly, has stated that U.S. debt has become a “global financial pyramid” whose objective is to “deceive other nations and people.” Volodin also explained that the ability of...
Rich Dad Poor Dad Author Robert Kiyosaki Says America Is Bankrupt Amid US Debt Crisis
28.5.2023
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki says America is bankrupt as lawmakers engage in lengthy negotiations over the debt ceiling. “Unfunded liabilities as Social Security are over $250 trillion,” he said as the U.S. faces a potential debt default. Robert Kiyosaki on U.S. Debt Crisis The author...
Biden strikes 'tenative' U.S. debt ceiling deal: Report
28.5.2023
According to a source familiar with the negioation there "might be one or two small things they need to finish."
Treasury Secretary Yellen Revises Debt Default Date: US Government Could Exhaust Funds by June 5
28.5.2023
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has updated her projection regarding the date the U.S. government could default on its debt obligations. She warned that the Treasury “will have insufficient resources to satisfy the government’s obligations if Congress has not raised or suspended the debt limit...
China’s Credit Agency Downgrades US Credit Rating Over Debt-Ceiling Standoff and Looming Default
27.5.2023
China’s oldest credit rating agency, Chengxin International Credit Rating (CCXI), made headlines this week by downgrading the United States’ credit rating. The agency lowered the rating from AAAg to AAg+ and attributed this decision to the escalating political discord, rising inflation...
Brazil Sees BRICS Bank as Alternative Financial Institution, President Lula Says
27.5.2023
The government of Brazil views the development bank established by the BRICS bloc as an alternative to traditional financial institutions, the country’s head of state told African diplomats. President Lula da Silva also vowed that the bank will improve cooperation with its African counterpart....
Moody’s on De-Dollarization: Rating Agency Labels US Debt Default a ‘Near-Term Danger to the Dollar’s Position’
27.5.2023
As calls for the creation of a global alternative to the greenback grow, credit rating agency Moody’s said on May 25 that rival currencies such as the euro and the Chinese yuan do not yet threaten the U.S. dollar’s position as the world’s reserve currency. The agency said...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: ETH Back Above $1,800, as Market Volatility Remains High
26.5.2023
Ethereum was once again trading above the $1,800 level, after a brief breakout during Thursday’s session. Prices rose by as much as 2%, as optimism grew that the U.S. debt ceiling could be increased. Bitcoin also marginally climbed, moving away from yesterday’s two-week low. Bitcoin...
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Holding Pattern Continues as Lawmakers Make Progress in Debt Limit Negotiations
26.5.2023
ALSO: Graphics chip manufacturer Nvidia's powerful GPUs were well-suited for bitcoin mining but they now seem primed to boost the company's sales because of their usefulness in artificial intelligence technology
IMF Foresees No ‘Rapid Shift’ in US Dollar Reserves Despite Rising De-Dollarization Trend
26.5.2023
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) does not expect a “rapid shift” in the U.S. dollar reserves despite a rising de-dollarization trend and a looming U.S. debt default. “Don’t kiss your dollars goodbye just yet,” said IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva. The IMF chief does not expect...
Bitcoin Lingers Below $26.5 Amid Debt Ceiling Worries
25.5.2023
Unemployment and productivity data arrived stronger than expected but investors seemed focused narrowly on the ongoing negotiations that will determine if the U.S. government has to default on its debts
Debt ceiling crisis: Best practices to navigate this market
25.5.2023
Join us as we discuss the current U.S. debt ceiling crisis and what it means for Bitcoin and the crypto market
Bitcoin Options Market Signals Weakness over Six Months Amid Debt Ceiling Drama
25.5.2023
The renewed bias for bitcoin puts is consistent with the increased demand for downside protection seen in the options market tied to S&P 500
Bitcoin’s Doldrums Below $26.5K Endure as Investors Weigh Debt Ceiling Stalemate, Latest FOMC Minutes
24.5.2023
The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization sank below $26.2K early Wednesday after disappointing U.K. inflation data
Bitcoin price hangs in the balance — Friday’s $2.26B BTC options could result in more downside
24.5.2023
Bitcoin bears benefit from the current macroeconomic uncertainty and are aiming for a $270 million profit if the BTC price falls below $25,000
African Fintech M-Kopa Secures $200M in Debt Financing Plus $55M in Equity Funding
24.5.2023
Kenya-headquartered African fintech M-Kopa is reported to have secured $200 million in debt financing and an additional $55 million in equity funding. Financial services group Standard Bank Group led the debt financing round while the investment company Sumitomo Corporation led the equity round...
Report: Emerging Market Investors Dumping Dollar-Denominated Debt and Seeking Local Currency Bonds Instead
24.5.2023
Emerging markets investors are being attracted by local currency-denominated bond instruments while leaving dollar-denominated debt, according to data provided by EPFR Global, a fund flow and allocation data insights company. These markets have outperformed dollar-denominated debt due to...
Bitcoin Climbs Past $27.4K but Remains in Holding Pattern as Investors Continue U.S. Debt Limit Vigil
23.5.2023
Ether and most other major altcoins rise slightly, even as stocks drop amid worries about whether U.S. lawmakers will reach an agreement before June 1
Bankrupt Crypto Exchange FTX Continues to Explore Potential Relaunch, Court Records Reveal
23.5.2023
Recently submitted court records in the FTX insolvency case reveal that the exchange’s new CEO, John Ray III, has been exploring a revival plan for the now-disabled trading platform and the “preliminary formation of restructuring strategies.” FTX’s Revival Prospects Surface...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: Dollar Weakness Pushes BTC Higher, as Biden Fails to Secure Debt Deal
23.5.2023
Bitcoin rebounded on Tuesday, as a result of weakness in the U.S. dollar, following failed talks to tackle the debt ceiling crisis. President Biden stated, “We reiterated once again that default is off the table and the only way to move forward is in good faith toward a bipartisan...