The U.S. government has a long history of taking decisive—and sometimes controversial—actions to maintain control over financial markets and currency. From the Gold Confiscation of 1933 to the heavy regulation of financial institutions during crises, when the government perceives a threat to its monetary system or global dominance, it acts. Today, Bitcoin is that threat. […]
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Gold has always been viewed as a safe-haven asset, a hedge against inflation, and a reliable store of value during economic uncertainty. However, the modern gold market is far more complex than simply buying and holding physical gold. The rise of financial instruments like paper gold and practices such as fractional reserving have made the […]
As the U.S. grapples with over $35 trillion in national debt, some experts have suggested revaluing gold as a way to partially offset this burden. By drastically increasing the official gold price—perhaps from $2,500 to $25,000 per ounce—the U.S. could instantly raise the value of its gold reserves, which are currently worth approximately $550 billion. […]
What if the U.S. government suddenly revalued gold from $2,500 to $25,000 per ounce? Such a bold move would add trillions of dollars to the value of U.S. gold reserves and potentially offset a significant portion of the country’s $35 trillion national debt. However, this sudden shift would also send shockwaves through the stock market, […]
The U.S. government’s financial situation is increasingly under scrutiny. With a national debt exceeding $36 trillion and unfunded liabilities estimated at $100–$200 trillion, these figures carry major implications for the country’s economic health and its role in the global economy. But what exactly are these liabilities, why are they so large, and what do they […]
The United States, burdened by a staggering $36 trillion debt and even larger unfunded liabilities, is facing an ongoing fiscal dilemma. Meanwhile, it holds over 8,000 tonnes (about 280 million ounces) of gold, the largest official reserves in the world, worth approximately $700 billion at current prices of around $2,500/ounce. Some economic thinkers propose revaluing […]
The rise of Bitcoin is shaping up to be one of the most disruptive economic developments of the 21st century. A truly decentralized and finite digital asset, Bitcoin has already upended traditional financial paradigms, sparking fierce debates and widespread adoption. However, Bitcoin’s ascent could also ignite a geopolitical power struggle, akin to the post-WWII competition […]
For decades, the U.S. national debt has grown, and so too has the stock market. This apparent correlation raises a compelling question: is it mere coincidence, or do rising levels of debt and the stock market’s upward trajectory share a causal relationship? Could the stock market have been even higher if the U.S. had borrowed […]
The United States sits at the center of a financial ecosystem unlike any in human history. Its economic power isn’t just about productivity or innovation—it’s about the extraordinary privilege of printing the world’s most desired currency. The Dollar’s Unrivaled Dominance Consider this staggering fact: Almost every person on the planet would hold US dollars if […]
In the shadows of global finance, a seismic shift is underway—one that most people haven’t even noticed yet. Bitcoin is no longer just a cryptocurrency; it’s becoming a strategic geopolitical asset that could redefine the entire concept of national economic power. While the world has been distracted by economic uncertainty, inflation, and traditional financial turbulence, […]
The proposal for the United States to create a national Bitcoin reserve, as suggested by Senator Cynthia Lummis, has sparked fascinating debates about how the government might fund such a move. Should the US sell some of its gold reserves to buy Bitcoin, or simply issue more debt? Each path carries significant implications—not only for […]
America’s national debt stands at a staggering $36 trillion, with unfunded liabilities exceeding $100 trillion. While these numbers might seem insurmountable, the United States enjoys an unparalleled advantage that could turn this apparent crisis into a golden opportunity: the world’s insatiable demand for dollars. By strategically leveraging stablecoins and tokenized treasuries, America could solve its […]
The global financial landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditional currencies and banking systems are being challenged by decentralized technologies, creating new opportunities for how we save, spend, and think about money. At the center of this transformation lies a powerful synergy: Bitcoin and stablecoins. This dynamic pairing could form the bedrock of a future […]
Over the last fifteen years, the U.S. national debt has skyrocketed to over $36 trillion, a figure that might sound alarming to most observers. Conventional economic wisdom holds that such massive levels of debt are a liability, a ticking time bomb that threatens the financial stability of the United States. However, contrary to this popular […]
Could Bitcoin Pay Off the U.S. National Debt? Here’s What It Would Take… In the face of a towering $36 trillion national debt, the idea of the U.S. paying it off with Bitcoin may sound like a tech investor’s dream—or a wild thought experiment. But let’s take a serious look: if the U.S. government used […]