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Personal Finance Expert Says US Rating Downgrade Likely to Embolden BRICS Currency Supporters
6.8.2023
The American rating agency Fitch’s recent downgrade of the United States’ credit rating from AAA to AA+ may embolden proponents of a BRICS currency, Riley Adams, a personal finance expert, has said. Adams however argues that there are certain “geopolitical issues” that must...
Venezuela Presents Official Request to Join BRICS
5.8.2023
The government of Venezuela formalized its proposal to be part of BRICS, a geopolitical and economic bloc comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro explained that he hoped for a positive reception of the proposal by the nations that are part...
China Faces Opposition to Rapid BRICS Expansion From India and Brazil, Report
29.7.2023
BRICS member states India and Brazil stand in the way of China’s bid to quickly expand the bloc, unveiled a media report. The two nations have different reasons to have reservations about Beijing’s plan to soon increase the organization’s geopolitical influence while they both seem to want to slow...
Central Banks Reduce US Dollar Holdings, Plan to Increase Chinese Yuan Exposure, Study Shows
11.7.2023
A study by a $1.5 trillion asset management firm has revealed that central banks are reducing their U.S. dollar holdings while seeking to increase Chinese yuan holdings. “Central banks are diversifying currency holdings, stirred by geopolitical uncertainties and attractive opportunities...
Economist Jim Rickards Predicts Unveiling of New BRICS Currency — Says ‘the World Is Unprepared for This Geopolitical Shock Wave’
11.6.2023
Jim Rickards, an economist and the author of “Currency Wars,” has predicted the unveiling of a new BRICS currency, stating that it “could weaken the role of the dollar in global payments and ultimately displace the U.S. dollar as the leading payment currency and reserve currency.” Emphasizing that...
Indonesia Introducing New National Payment System to Protect Against ‘Geopolitical Consequences’
17.5.2023
Indonesia is introducing a new national payment system as the country furthers its de-dollarization efforts and protection against “possible geopolitical consequences.” The new payment system will replace Visa and Mastercard in state-owned institutions and companies, a top central bank...
Ron Paul on the Future of the US Dollar: ‘The World Is Clearly De-Dollarizing’
24.4.2023
Ron Paul, the former U.S. presidential candidate and former U.S. congressman, has stated that recent geopolitical events have caused nations to start ditching the U.S. dollar. Paul stated that the debasement of the currency, the manipulation of prices, and sanctions against other nations have made...
World Bank Report Forecasts Bleak Global Economic Outlook, Citing ‘Adverse Developments’ and ‘Long-Lasting Slowdown’
11.1.2023
On Jan. 10, 2023, the World Bank published its Global Economic Prospects report, stating that the outlook for the global economy and future economic conditions is bleak. According to the report, 2023 growth forecasts have been cut across the board, with the global economy projected to grow by 1.7%...
Gold Prices Expected to Soar in 2023: Experts Predict Record Highs for Precious Metal
8.1.2023
Gold is on the rise in 2023 and in the first week of the new year alone, the precious metal has jumped 2.36% against the U.S. dollar. Over the past 65 days, gold has soared 14.55% while silver has skyrocketed 22.31% against the greenback since Nov. 3, 2022. According to the head of metals strategy...
Biggest Movers: BCH Climbs to 1-Week High, DOT Declines
16.11.2022
Bitcoin cash rose to a one-week high in today’s session, despite crypto markets mostly trading lower. The global cryptocurrency market cap is down by 2.45% as of writing, which comes as traders reacted to rising geopolitical tensions. Polkadot was a notable token to slip, as prices collided...
257 Economists Say Global Recession Is Near, US Trade Restrictions Against China Could Stir Taiwan Invasion
27.10.2022
According to 257 economists polled by Reuters, the global economy is approaching a recession, but 70% of the survey’s participants believe the chances of a sharp rise in unemployment levels will be low. The poll follows the Biden administration and the U.S. Commerce Department issuing a package...
Sanctions, Disagreements Hamper Regulation of Crypto Mining in Russia, Experts Say
25.8.2022
The changing geopolitical and economic environment, as well as persisting differences between responsible government institutions, are hindering the advance of legislation tailored to regulate cryptocurrency mining in Russia. According to a report quoting industry watchers, these factors...
First Mover Americas: BTC, ETH Drop Amid Geopolitical Tensions
2.8.2022
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for August 2, 2022
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Dips as Macro and Geopolitical Uncertainties Remain
14.4.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) and stocks continue to trade within a range, albeit with large price swings. That indicates uncertainty among investors regarding geopolitical risk. Meanwhile, bitcoin whales are starting to take some profits
Devere CEO Bullish on Bitcoin, Predicts BTC Hitting $50,000 This Month
5.3.2022
The CEO of Devere Group has predicted that the price of bitcoin will reach $50,000 by the end of this month. He explained that geopolitical tensions from the Russia-Ukraine war and institutional investment are key drivers boosting the price of bitcoin. He also said, “the dollar’s...
Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Pull Back Amid Inflation and Geopolitical Risk
2.3.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos pulled back on Wednesday as investor concerns about geopolitical tensions and inflation linger. The surge in commodity prices could lead to slower economic growth and greater market volatility. Still, some analysts point to greater buying power as a potential source...
Bitcoin HODLers Unfazed by Macro and Geopolitical Risks
1.3.2022
Blockchain data shows that few bitcoin traders are cutting bait as markets react to Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises Despite Geopolitical Tensions
28.2.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos rallied on Monday as talks between Russia and Ukraine are expected to continue in coming days. History shows geopolitical events tend to be short-lived, although more volatility is expected before a price recovery
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
24.2.2022
Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to pare earlier losses after Russia's unprovoked attack on Ukraine. Altcoins underperformed, and bitcoin's market cap continued to rise, suggesting a flight to safety among crypto investors
Crypto Community Discusses Warfare in Ukraine, Importance of Crypto, and the Future of Bitcoin
24.2.2022
During the course of the early morning trading sessions on Thursday (EST), 24-hour statistics show the crypto economy dropped more than 11% in value against the U.S. dollar. While the leading crypto asset bitcoin shed close to 10%, a myriad of alternative digital assets lost close to 20% in value....