The French economy ends the year 2024 on a worrying note with a contraction of 0.1% of its GDP in the fourth quarter. This situation arises in a particularly tense context, where the public deficit reaches the alarming level of 6% of GDP, placing France among the worst performers in the eurozone.
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The status of the US dollar in the global economy once again causes tensions. While the BRICS seek to free themselves from its hegemony, Donald Trump brushed aside any possibility of dedollarization. "There is no chance that the BRICS will replace the US dollar in international trade or elsewhere," he stated. This declaration comes at a time when China, Russia, and their allies are intensifying their efforts to limit their dependence on the greenback, particularly through exchanges in local currencies and the establishment of alternative financial infrastructures. Behind this statement from the American president, one question arises: is the dollar really unassailable, or are we witnessing the beginnings of a new monetary order?
While Elon Musk is launching rockets, his father Errol is catapulting a dubious memecoin. The goal? 200 million, a few family scandals, and a nice dose of crypto chaos.
Rents in France continue to rise in 2025, putting pressure on household budgets in a rapidly transforming real estate market. With an average cost of 723 euros per month including charges, the increase reaches 3.3% compared to 2024. This phenomenon, which spans the entire territory, reveals significant disparities between major metropolitan areas and more affordable cities. While some regions experience a surge in prices, others remain more accessible. What are the factors behind this rental inflation and which cities are the most affected?
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Pump.fun, the memecoin creation platform on the Solana blockchain, accusing it of selling unregistered securities and promoting "pump-and-dump" schemes. The complaint, filed on January 30, 2025, in a federal court in New York by Diego Aguilar, alleges that all cryptocurrencies issued on Pump.fun are "unregistered securities", representing an evolution of Ponzi schemes and pump-and-dump! The platform is said to have generated nearly 500 million dollars in fees related to these activities.
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange is facing new accusations, this time regarding alleged links to Hamas. During a hearing in federal court in New York on January 30, Binance firmly rejected these allegations, seeking the dismissal of a complaint filed by the families of the victims of the October 2023 attacks.
Gold, the euro, stocks... and Bitcoin in the Czech vault? Finance wavers between daring and caution, and Prague dances on a tightrope between volatility and ambition.
The integration of bitcoin into the reserves of central banks deeply divides economic actors. On one side, some governors advocate for a diversification of assets to adapt monetary strategies to a changing world. On the other, the European Central Bank (ECB) takes a firm stance and categorically rejects any legitimacy of bitcoin as a store of value. This debate has taken on a new dimension following Christine Lagarde's statements. When asked at a press conference, the ECB president abruptly dismissed speculation, asserting that bitcoin did not meet any of the required criteria to be included in the central banks' reserves: "liquid, safe, and secure." This stance contrasts with that of the governor of the Czech National Bank, Aleš Michl, who is open to the idea of exploring new asset classes. This growing divergence illustrates the rift between a conservative approach to the financial system and a more pragmatic vision, championed by some decision-makers who seek to anticipate upcoming monetary transformations.
The crypto market is undergoing a profound transformation, and Bitcoin is more than ever the central element of the digital financial landscape. While previous cycles saw altcoins capitalize on BTC's rise to gain ground, the current dynamics are taking an unprecedented turn. Institutional investors are massively favoring Bitcoin, neglecting thousands of tokens that continue to proliferate. Its dominance index surged by 15.5% in January 2025, reaching nearly 59%, a level that illustrates a clear imbalance between BTC and the rest of the market. This rise to power is not solely due to the influx of capital. Political decisions, ETF performances, and the exhaustion of altcoins are contributing to reinforce the supremacy of the king of crypto. In light of these transformations, is Bitcoin on the verge of permanently detaching itself from the traditional crypto market?
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The issuer of the USDT stablecoin has expressed concerns regarding the withdrawal of its crypto from European platforms. This decision, driven by the new MiCA regulation, could create a "disordered" market according to Tether and pose risks for European consumers.
The car manufacturer Tesla reported a substantial gain of 600 million dollars on its bitcoin investments in the fourth quarter of 2024, benefiting from new accounting regulations. This remarkable performance, announced during the quarterly earnings release on January 29, represents more than a quarter of the company's total profit for this period.
In a constantly changing world, where every political decision redraws the contours of power, a major phenomenon is emerging: the rise of the BRICS. This acronym, once seen as a symbolic grouping of major emerging economies, now asserts itself as a driving force of geopolitical balance. With the recent expansion of this bloc to new influential members, the global landscape is enriched with unprecedented dynamics, challenging the hegemony of Western institutions. While Donald Trump embarks on a second term in the United States, focused on a protectionist and isolationist policy, the rise of the BRICS represents a strategic challenge with profound implications.
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The semiconductor industry has become the battleground of a technological war between the United States and China. Washington, concerned about preserving its strategic advantage in artificial intelligence, has already imposed several restrictions on the export of high-performance chips. Despite these measures, China has continued to make progress, prompting Donald Trump to consider further tightening the limitations aimed at Nvidia. This project could reshape the balances of the global AI market and weaken American companies. Between national security imperatives and economic stakes, this decision fits into a strategy aimed at curbing Beijing's technological rise. However, the effectiveness of these restrictions remains uncertain, as Chinese companies double down on efforts to circumvent these sanctions and develop their own alternatives.
The Salvadoran government has urgently passed a major amendment to its bitcoin legislation, abandoning the requirement for companies to accept BTC as a means of payment. This reform comes as part of a $1.4 billion loan agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
On January 29, 2025, the Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of Truth Social, announced its expansion into the financial services and cryptocurrency sector by launching a new brand called Truth.Fi. This initiative aims to offer separately managed accounts in partnership with Charles Schwab Bank, customized exchange-traded funds, as well as crypto-related services.
Bitcoin, despite its 10% increase since January, could face a major correction as gold outperforms with annual gains of 20%. This inverse dynamic between the two assets raises concerns about an imminent reversal in the crypto market.
The Lone Star State could become the first American state to officially establish a bitcoin reserve. Dan Patrick, the Lieutenant Governor of Texas, has included this project among the legislative priorities for 2025, marking a decisive milestone in the institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies in the United States.
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, continues to expand his footprint in the crypto space by integrating his official memecoin, $TRUMP, into the sale of merchandise. Holders of $TRUMP can now purchase items such as sneakers, watches, and perfumes using this token. This initiative marks a significant evolution for the 47th president, who previously referred to the value of cryptocurrencies as "based on thin air."
Every decision made by the American Federal Reserve shapes the global economy and influences the cost of credit, the direction of investments, and the stability of financial markets. At its first meeting of 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) chose to keep interest rates unchanged, despite Donald Trump's persistent calls for monetary easing. This status quo caused a contrasting shock wave: stock indices, from Nasdaq to Dow Jones, closed lower, while Bitcoin surged by 2.5%. Thus, this movement underscores once again the unique trajectory of cryptocurrencies, which seem to diverge from traditional economic logics.
The European Union is intensifying its control over non-compliant stablecoins in accordance with its new regulations. Crypto.com has just announced the removal of Tether (USDT) and nine other cryptocurrencies in Europe, a decision that marks a shift for the sector. Such an initiative directly responds to the requirements of the MiCA regulation (Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation), which imposes strict oversight of stablecoins and associated services. Following Coinbase, which removed USDT in October 2024, Crypto.com is following suit and imposing a precise timeline on its users. As of January 31, 2025, the purchasing and depositing of these assets will be banned on its European platform. Starting March 31, the remaining funds will be automatically converted into MiCA-compliant stablecoins. This removal goes beyond mere compliance. It reshapes the stablecoin landscape in Europe, where exchanges must now adapt to the new rules or risk sanctions. In a rapidly changing market, this announcement underscores the regulators' desire to impose a strict framework and raises uncertainties about the future of decentralized stablecoins in the EU.
Monetary tensions are intensifying as the BRICS accelerate their quest for independence from the US dollar. This dynamic is upending global economic strategies and prompting major powers to rethink their financial reserves. Currently, the Trump administration has announced the creation of a "strategic crypto stock," reigniting an explosive debate between bitcoin supporters and those of XRP. Some see it as an official recognition of the role of these assets in monetary policy, while others question which cryptos will actually be integrated. Beyond technological rivalry, this confrontation reveals major geopolitical stakes: the choice of the BRICS between bitcoin, XRP, or another crypto could reshape the balance of global reserves and redefine power dynamics among states.
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After Texas, Russia is also turning to the Bitcoin industry to balance its electrical grid and reduce costs. When will France wake up? And Germany?
The governor of the Czech National Bank, Aleš Michl, recently proposed an ambitious plan to invest up to 7 billion dollars in Bitcoin (BTC) as part of the bank's reserve diversification strategy. This proposal, which will be presented to the bank's board of directors on January 30, 2025, could make the Czech National Bank the first European central bank to invest in Bitcoin.