On September 17th, the Federal Open Market Committee finally trimmed its benchmark lending rate by 0.25%, bringing the target range to 4.00%–4.25%. It’s the Fed’s first cut since December 2023, and typically, a rate cut signals that policymakers are bracing for softer growth and cooler consumer spending. But with inflation still “running hot,” why are they easing?
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Piracy has taken on a new form in the 21st century. Instead of ships raiding trade routes, crypto piracy is gaining popularity, i.e., seizing digital wealth through covert operations on the blockchain. Some of these crypto pirates are individuals or small groups, while others are “state-sponsored”.
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At one time, a negative “power factor” was causing grid problems, then it shifted to a positive “power factor” problem, and now the problem is millisecond AI glitches and surplus power. And Crypto is providing an unusual solution.
Overcoming Power Grid Demand Problems- Then and Now Read More »
Crypto is taking a breather (along with the entire stock market), but BTC and ETH remain in “Buy” Territory with ETH much stronger than BTC. This is widely regarded as an indicator of the beginning of “Alt Season” where BTC rises gradually but ETH outpaces it.
Is the Crypto Pull-Back Serious? Read More »
The energy situation is complex, and demand is growing, but the problem isn’t necessarily just production capacity, but rather distribution, aging infrastructure, regulatory red tape, and the time necessary to build out infrastructure.
The Truth About AI and Electricity Capacity Read More »
Republicans named the third week in July as “Crypto Week” and were attempting to pass three major crypto Bills. These Bills were called:
The GENIUS Act
The CLARITY Act
The anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act
3 Big Crypto Bills in Congress Read More »
Trump’s new spending bill has passed both the Senate and the House and was signed into law on July 4th. If you are a Senior Citizen you might be wondering how this law will affect your taxes.
Big New Tax Deductions for Seniors and Others in 2025 Read More »
The U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has issued a directive that could make home financing easier. Fannie?Mae and Freddie?Mac are being asked to integrate cryptocurrency holdings into mortgage qualification metrics.
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As our need for electricity grows, power grids in the U.S. are under more pressure than ever. Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and Bitcoin (BTC) mining use a lot of electricity.
Will AI And Bitcoin Mining Balance Or Destroy the Grid? Read More »
In recent years, stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to a stable asset like the U.S. dollar—have emerged as powerful tools for fast, low-cost digital transactions. Now, imagine if giants like Amazon and Walmart began issuing their own branded stablecoins. These mega-retailers already sit at the crossroads of commerce, logistics, and digital innovation. Issuing a proprietary stablecoin could give them unprecedented control over payment systems, customer data, and even parts of the financial ecosystem. But such a move also raises thorny issues about competition, privacy, and monetary policy. Let’s explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of Amazon or Walmart entering the stablecoin game.
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