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As global balances are being redrawn, the BRICS summit in Rio outlined the contours of a more pronounced multipolar influence. Behind the notable absence of Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, discussions led to concrete proposals: reform of international institutions, enhanced climate cooperation, and regulation of artificial intelligence. Less spectacular, but more strategic, this edition sheds light on the ambitions of the global South, while revealing the latent tensions that weaken the coherence of a bloc in search of credibility.

As the global geopolitical balance weakens, Rio will host a tense BRICS summit on July 6 and 7, 2025. Designed as a counterweight to the G7, the bloc struggles to embody the unity of the global South. Internal disagreements, Xi Jinping's absence, and Donald Trump's offensive comeback: the 17th edition illustrates less of a rise in power than a questioning of the strategic coherence among its members. In an era of multipolar ambitions, the BRICS are facing a crisis of legitimacy as much as a test of international credibility.

The economic clash between the Global South and the United States is taking a new turn, with Brazil emerging as a key player in this monetary battle. By opposing the supremacy of the US dollar, the Latin American country is redefining global financial balances and questioning the traditional architecture of international trade. This decision is part of a process of dedollarization, which is gaining momentum within the BRICS and could deeply modify international economic circuits.

Donald Trump unveils his radical strategy to counter the monetary ambitions of the BRICS. In response to their proposal for a common currency, he threatens to impose 100% tariffs against any country that adopts it. This tough approach masks secret negotiations that could reshape the global monetary order.

In 2024, cryptocurrencies reached a significant milestone with their increasing integration into global financial systems. This year was marked by major initiatives driven by ambitious regulations and large-scale strategic projects. In the United States, the potential adoption of the Bitcoin Act paved the way for discussions on the role of cryptocurrencies in economic sovereignty. In Europe, the MiCA regulatory framework established unprecedented rules to stabilize markets and protect investors. At the same time, Latin America emerged as a key player, with innovative partnerships like that of El Salvador and Argentina, consolidating their position in the face of local economic challenges. These advancements reflect a global movement in favor of the adoption of these assets and outline a new trajectory for the crypto industry and its future implications.

Will the world stand by if the United States creates a strategic reserve of bitcoins?

As countries seek to protect themselves against economic and geopolitical turbulence, Brazil is taking a bold step towards financial innovation. A bill currently introduced in Congress proposes the establishment of a federal Bitcoin reserve, an initiative that could redefine the role of cryptocurrencies in national economic management. Inspired by the experiences of other nations, this project raises questions about the future of monetary policies in an increasingly digital world.

When 134 countries play sorcerer's apprentices with CBDCs, it is 98% of the global economy that enters a zone of digital turbulence.

The global monetary landscape is undergoing significant changes. As the influence of the US dollar falters under the weight of geopolitical tensions and aggressive economic policies, the BRICS are poised to redefine the rules of the game. They are working to launch a new reserve currency, an ambitious project that could shake the supremacy of the greenback and reshuffle the cards of international finance. In the face of the impact of economic sanctions, trade wars, and a perceived excessive dependence on the dollar, these emerging powers are coming together to assert their economic sovereignty. However, this new currency, envisioned as a direct alternative to the US-dominated financial system, raises as many hopes as it does doubts.

In a Brazil facing a significant annual monetary devaluation of 13%, protecting one's assets has become a major challenge for investors. As the local currency, the Brazilian real, gradually collapses, the search for effective solutions to preserve purchasing power intensifies. In this context, Bitcoin, often seen as a risky asset, proves to be a top alternative. With positive returns over the last decade, it outperforms gold and many traditional stock indices.

Chinese Exports: The world alarmed by the Asian giant

In a context of fierce international competition, Brazil has adopted a new policy that could well redefine its trade relations with a long-standing partner, China. This initiative affecting the Middle Kingdom with which it shares the BRICS bloc is part of a series of measures aimed at protecting local industries, facing a significant economic challenge. The implications of this decision promise to be vast and profound.

Influx of record and diversification of crypto assets since the beginning of the year: cryptocurrencies attract investors.

Brazil, one of the founding countries of BRICS, has just broken its bilateral relations with Israel. The cause is a statement by Brazilian President Lula da Silva on the war being waged by the Israeli state in the Gaza Strip.

The possibility of a common currency for the BRICS has been making headlines for several months. The latest news is that three out of the five member countries of the organization are particularly ready for the realization of this revolutionary monetary option from a geopolitical point of view. Here's which ones.

“Not your key, not your coin”, cryptocurrency investors keep chanting. In other words, when keys are secure, assets remain safe from any theft or hoarding initiative. However, Ivan Bianco, a Brazilian crypto influencer, inadvertently exposed his private keys. The result: a good part of his cryptocurrency holdings evaporated.

There's a growing chorus insinuating that the American hegemon is threatened by the BRICS. But what's really going on?

Avec plus de 40 % de la population mondiale et près de 26 % de l’économie mondiale, les BRICS s’affirment de plus en plus comme une puissance émergente au point de concurrencer les grands groupes comme le G7. Ce regroupement de pays émergents a le vent en poupe et enregistre de nombreuses demandes d’adhésion. Ces demandes risquent de ne pas être acceptées de sitôt, car le Brésil serait contre l’expansion du groupe, selon certaines sources.

Argentina will start paying for its Chinese imports in yuan instead of dollars. This decision aims to relieve the country's dwindling dollar reserves.

The global slingshot against the dollar is raising the specter of a world war. To avoid it, Bitcoin has to become the next international reserve currency.