A dried-up river of euros, a shaken financial fortress: the Bundesbank wavers, its gold evaporates, while Merz inherits a throne without treasure, a kingdom in doubt.
As the war in Ukraine enters a new phase of uncertainty, a major agreement between Washington and Kiev is reshaping the contours of Western support. Volodymyr Zelensky is set to travel to the United States this Friday, February 28, 2025, following the adoption of a pact that allows for American access to Ukrainian rare earths and establishes a reconstruction fund for the country. This compromise, which intertwines economic stakes and military considerations, marks a critical step in the relationship between the two nations. The discussions, conducted under tension, ultimately led to an agreement that could play a decisive role in the geopolitical future of the region.
Bitcoin is currently undergoing a significant correction, falling below the $86,000 mark. This comes amidst economic turmoil triggered by the announcement of new tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump. This drop marks a turning point for the cryptocurrency market, which has been facing increasing pressure in recent days. The future of BTC is now more uncertain than ever.
The foreign policy of the United States could undergo a major shift. As diplomatic tensions between Washington and Moscow have intensified in recent years, Donald Trump appears ready to rewrite the rules of the game. The American president, a favorite in the race for the White House, is considering an economic rapprochement with Vladimir Putin's Russia, aiming to break with the sanctions strategy imposed under Joe Biden. Is this a maneuver intended to undermine the BRICS alliance?
For decades, Fort Knox has embodied the economic power of the United States. Yet, a insidious question lingers: what if these legendary reserves are just a mirage? The betting platform Polymarket is adding fuel to the fire: a contract speculates at 21% on the actual absence of gold. Between official silence and abundant theories, doubt takes root.
Europe, threatened by the Trump storm, is on a knife's edge. Laurent Saint-Martin urges unity to counter the shadow of a destructive trade war looming.
The idea of an income tax has long been a pillar of the tax policy in the United States. However, Donald Trump intends to challenge this model and proposes to completely replace it with an import tax system. A study conducted by Dancing Numbers claims that this project could generate significant savings for Americans, amounting to $134,809 per individual, and up to $325,561 by eliminating other levies on labor income. But this proposal, if it were to materialize, would not be without consequences for both consumers and the overall economy. Between the promise of increased purchasing power and the risks of trade tensions, this tax reform is already a subject of debate.
In an already geopolitically tense context marked by increasing economic tensions, Donald Trump has rekindled trade hostilities and is once again targeting the BRICS. The American president called the economic alliance "dead" and threatened to hit its members with a 100% tax on their exports to the United States if they continued to challenge the supremacy of the dollar. This statement immediately provoked a diplomatic reaction from China, which condemned a destructive protectionism and affirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation among emerging economies.
A recent survey conducted by Independent Reserve reveals that only one third of Australians consider Donald Trump a positive figure for the cryptocurrency sector, despite the significant rise in Bitcoin since his election. This study comes at a time when Trump’s pro-crypto promises are reshaping the American digital landscape.
Public financial management is a sensitive topic, especially when it is championed by a polarizing figure like Elon Musk. Since his appointment at the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the entrepreneur has promised a drastic reduction in federal spending to avoid a "bankruptcy of the United States." He announced that he has saved 8 billion dollars by canceling a government contract. A spectacular figure, but quickly contested by several media outlets: the contract in question was actually worth only 8 million dollars.
The dominance of the US dollar in international trade is being challenged more than ever. A powerful bloc, the BRICS, is actively seeking to free itself from this by developing an alternative currency. In response to this offensive, Donald Trump, true to his style, does not intend to remain a spectator. The American president is wielding the threat of massive economic sanctions to deter any attempt to undermine the hegemony of the greenback. But can this strategy truly reverse the trend, or is it likely to accelerate the ongoing dynamics?
The Paris Stock Exchange is going through a marked period of hesitation, facing a double challenge: the threats of a trade war from Donald Trump and the geopolitical developments surrounding Ukraine. On Monday, February 17, 2025, the CAC 40 shows a slight decrease of 0.03% at 8,176.47 points, reflecting the investors' caution in the face of these major issues.
Coinbase is aiming for a digital gold future: $10 trillion on the blockchain with Washington at the forefront. Armstrong: prophet or charlatan?
Like a cowboy drawing his six-shooter, Trump unleashes reciprocal tariffs, awakening old economic ghosts and sowing panic for Bitcoin in the stock markets.
813,000 washed-out investors, a memecoin that evaporates, 100 million in the pockets of insiders. The SEC looks the other way, Trump smiles: welcome to the Wild West of crypto!
The BRICS continue to redefine the global geopolitical landscape. As the group expands and seeks to strengthen its influence, its relations with the West become strained. The latest episode: Iran, a new member of the bloc, has categorically rejected any negotiation with the United States. "Negotiating with America does not solve any of our problems," Tehran stated. This is a firm refusal of any diplomatic opening with Washington. This positioning, much more than a simple political statement, illustrates a growing rift between the BRICS and Western powers.
The 2024 U.S. presidential election has rekindled interest in cryptocurrencies, particularly benefiting Coinbase. With an increase in trading volumes and an influx of institutional investors, the crypto platform sees its prospects evolving. However, the exchange faces certain challenges that could be fatal.
Currency symbols are not just simple coins; they embody eras, values, and habits rooted in a country's culture. However, in the United States, the existence of the penny is once again being questioned. Donald Trump, in search of budgetary rationalization, wishes to eliminate this one-cent coin, which he considers a waste of resources. This decision, far from being trivial, sparks a fundamental debate between economic necessity and attachment to American numismatic heritage. If enacted, the measure could disrupt commercial habits and provoke adjustments in the daily lives of Americans.
In a world where finance and politics are increasingly intertwined, the launch of the memecoin Trump by Donald Trump and his sons has caused shockwaves in the markets. What could have been a crypto branding operation has turned into a brutal game of musical chairs, where early players pocketed hundreds of millions of dollars, leaving behind a tide of disappointed losers. In just a few hours, savvy traders multiplied their bets exponentially and benefited from a speculative surge that drove the token price to $75 before it collapsed. While the phenomenon of memecoins is nothing new, Donald Trump's direct involvement raises questions about ethics, regulation, and the future of political cryptocurrencies.
Trump brandishes his tariff sword, Bitcoin wobbles, sways, and stumbles, but like a dazed boxer, it gets back up, ready for a new round.
Donald Trump's crypto program could have significant repercussions on the acceleration of the development of the digital euro, according to Piero Cipollone, a member of the European Central Bank (ECB). He expresses hope that the European Parliament and the Council will finalize discussions on the legislation governing the digital euro by the summer of 2025.
Gold shines like a sun in the midst of a financial apocalypse, while Bitcoin, that rebellious teen of the market, is still searching for its identity. A nerve-wracking war where the old world takes the lead.
The United States is ramping up its efforts to regulate dollar-backed stablecoins. A new bill, led by Republican lawmakers, aims to establish a clear regulatory framework. This initiative reflects the desire to strengthen the dominance of the dollar while promoting innovation in the crypto sector.
Rumors about a common BRICS currency frequently resurface, fueling speculation about a possible counterweight to the dollar. As several nations seek to reduce their dependence on the greenback, the prospect of a shared currency raises concerns in the United States. Donald Trump has threatened to impose sanctions on countries considering an alternative. However, the Kremlin has just defused the debate: no such project is under discussion. Instead, the bloc prioritizes joint investment platforms, leaving doubt about its true monetary strategy.
Sino-American relations continue to deteriorate, pushing China to strengthen its ties with the European Union. Lin Jian, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Beijing sees Europe as a "global strategic partner and an important and independent pillar in a multipolar world."
The crypto market is going through a turbulent period, and altcoins seem far from reaching their December highs. According to analyst Matthew Hyland, it will likely take until April, or even longer, to see a full recovery.
Shares of gold mining companies surged on Wednesday, February 5th, on Wall Street, driven by a new historic record of gold at $2,869.68 per ounce. This spectacular increase comes amid a revived trade war between Washington and Beijing, prompting investors towards safe-haven assets.
The creation by Donald Trump of a sovereign fund overseen by Howard Lutnick is very promising for the bitcoin reserve.
Crypto traders are disoriented by a market that no longer reacts according to traditional patterns, despite an apparently favorable context with the pro-crypto initiatives of the U.S. government.
On February 4, 2025, David Sacks, recently appointed as the "Czar" of cryptocurrencies and artificial intelligence (AI) by the Trump administration, made a resounding announcement at a historic conference. Before an audience of investors, entrepreneurs, and regulators, he declared the end of the "persecution" of the crypto industry in the United States, a major turning point for the sector.