Public Keys: Strategy Aims for Control, Metaplanet Bitcoin Surge, and Coinbase XRP Increase
Public keys provide a weekly overview of key developments in major public crypto companies. This week, we’re seeing some interesting moves: Metaplanet appears to be ramping up its Bitcoin acquisition initiatives, while Coinbase is adjusting its focus on altcoins due to some revenue missteps. The strategy surrounding Bitcoin suggests that the Ministry of Finance aims […]
US job market slows down as calls increase for Jerome Powell to lower rates
The US job market showed signs of slowing in July, particularly affecting government and foreign workers. This trend may prompt the Federal Reserve to consider cutting interest rates in September. According to a report released by the Labor Bureau, the growth in employment fell short of economists’ expectations, who had projected an increase of 100,000 […]
Afternoon Update: Australia avoids Trump’s new tariff increase; wet weekend in NSW; and a library that lends out tents and fog machines
Hello. Goods from Australia entering the U.S. are still facing a basic tariff of 10%, which is good news considering Australia has avoided raised tariffs during the ongoing trade tensions initiated by Donald Trump. An executive order released on Friday morning in Australia confirmed various tariffs ranging from 10% to 41% for imports from multiple […]
Potential new tariffs may increase the costs of Ozempic and Wegovy.
The trade agreement between the US and the European Union is set to introduce a 15% tax on nearly all imports from Europe, impacting products from French wines to German automobiles and sought-after pharmaceuticals. Notably affected brands include the injectable medications Ozempic and Wegovy, which have gained popularity for their effectiveness in treating diabetes and […]
Corporate cryptocurrency reserves exceed $100B as Ether purchases increase.
Emerging Trends in Corporate Cryptocurrency Investments There’s a noticeable shift taking place in the corporate world with the rise of cryptocurrency treasuries. These entities are blending traditional finance with digital assets, suggesting a growing institutional intrigue in the crypto space. Companies dedicated to corporate cryptocurrency financing, such as Strategy, Metaplanet, and Sharplink, have collectively amassed […]
Cory Booker criticizes nonexistent job cuts in the State Department and advocates for an increase in government staff.
Sen. Cory Booker Defends US Aid to Africa Amid Concerns of China’s Influence Senator Cory Booker from New Jersey has been vocal about advocating for the growth of the US State Department and enhancing aid to African nations. However, during a recent Senate Subcommittee hearing, he didn’t quite receive the response he was hoping for. […]
The inflation measure favored by the Fed rises as tariffs increase prices, raising doubts about a rate cut in September.
The Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation saw a slight decline in June as tariffs on imported goods began raising costs for some products. The Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) price index climbed by 0.3% last month, aligning with economists’ predictions from a Reuters survey. Year-over-year, PCE increased by 2.6%. Core PCE, which strips out the […]
High Levels of Migration Contributing to Unprecedented Population Increase in Britain
A significant influx of migrants was the primary factor behind the considerable population increase recorded in England and Wales last year, leading to concerns about the UK’s demographic sustainability. The National Bureau of Statistics identified 2022, 2023, and 2024 as the three years with the most substantial population growth in recent history for England and […]
S&P 500 futures increase as Meta and Microsoft exceed quarterly expectations: Live updates
Market Update On July 30, 2025, a trader was seen on the New York Stock Exchange floor in New York City. This morning, S&P 500 and NASDAQ 100 futures saw an uptick following encouraging revenue reports from major tech companies, Microsoft and Meta. S&P 500 futures increased by 0.94%, while NASDAQ 100 futures rose by […]
Trump Issues Orders to Globally Close Small Trade Loophole and Increase Tariffs on Brazil to 50 Percent
Trump’s Recent Executive Orders on Trade and Tariffs On Wednesday, President Donald Trump took action by signing two executive orders. One order aims to close the de minimis loophole that had long exempted low-value imports from duties. The other significantly increases tariffs on Brazilian goods to 50%. The suspension of tax-free de minimis treatment for […]