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1. Trump announces a silly thing

2. European Union says the silly thing is deeply concerning and it will consider its options

3. The Prime Minister of Japan calls Trump to discuss the silly thing and has a productive discussion about the silly thing , but is still concerned

4. UK Prime Minister would like to have a discussion with Trump to discuss the silly thing. Wants to position the UK in a moderate position halfway between the silly thing and normal things, to act as a bridge

5. Prime Minister of Israel calls Trump to discuss the silly thing and protect Israel from it

6. Rumours circulate that China will do a silly thing of its own

7. Russia stays quite, because Russia seems to benefit from the silly thing

8. Stocks crash and American business leaders want to speak to Trump to convince him that the silly thing is silly

9. Some say the silly thing is illegal and that it will go to the Supreme Court

10. Rumours circulate that Trump will cancel the silly thing

11. On #Polymarket the implied probability that Trump will end the silly thing skyrockets

12. Trump denies that he will stop the silly thing, the price crashes. Stocks crash

13. Trump suddenly stops the silly thing. It was all a bluff! Art Of The Deal. Trump supporters say it was all 5D chess and somehow worked
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#TRUMP #trumptariff #Eu #BTC100kNext?

What’s driving the standoff:**
• **U.S. tariff threat:** President Trump announced **10% tariffs starting Feb 1**, with potential escalation to **25%**, on imports from several European countries — triggering sharp backlash across Europe.
• **Broader conflict:** Seen as one of the **gravest crises in recent transatlantic relations**, adding fuel to already strained Washington–Brussels trade ties.
**EU response on the table:**
• **€93B ($108B) retaliatory tariffs** could be reinstated on U.S. goods
• **Emergency EU summit & diplomacy** to avoid a full-blown trade war
• **Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI):** the EU’s so-called *“trade bazooka”*, allowing sweeping countermeasures beyond tariffs
• **Division within Europe:** some leaders push for negotiations, others demand a hard line against economic **“blackmail”**
**Market & economic impact:**
• **European equities slipped** amid rising uncertainty
• Treasury officials on both sides warn escalation could **hit growth and markets**
• EU has prior experience deploying **WTO-compatible retaliatory measures**
⚠️ A full trade war would have global spillover effects — markets are watching closely.
$NEIRO
Trade here 👇
#TradeWar #EU #USA #Tariffs #MarketRebound

Reports say Moldova will roll out its first full crypto law by the end of 2026. The move aims to copy much of the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets rules. This is not a sudden idea. It comes as Moldova continues to line up its laws to match EU standards while it works on closer ties with the bloc.
Moldova Will Mirror EU Rules
According to the finance minister, the plan is to shape a law that looks a lot like MiCA, the EU rulebook for digital assets. That means platforms will need licenses, and services will face rules on how to protect users and stop dirty money.
People in Moldova will be allowed to hold and trade crypto, but using crypto to pay for everyday goods and services will be kept off the table.
What This Means For People And Firms
Reports note the legislation will clarify which firms can convert crypto to the local currency and which cannot. Local authorities say they want to reduce risk for ordinary savers while also giving firms a clear path to operate legally.
Banks and regulators will have a role in writing the details, which will include how exchanges report to tax and anti-money-laundering units.
$BTC

A Slow Step Toward Openness
Some see this as a cautious opening. By legalizing ownership and trading under tight rules, Moldova hopes to attract clearer investment flows without making crypto a substitute for money.
Reports also mention stricter AML/KYC checks and transparency measures to prevent illicit flows. These parts of the plan are meant to reassure both local users and international partners.
The law is expected to be drafted with input from the finance ministry, the central bank, market regulators, and anti-money-laundering officials.
That mix of voices could slow the process, but it also makes it likelier that the rules will fit the country’s wider financial system. Drafting will be followed by debate and possible revisions before anything becomes final.
A Regional Signal
Based on reports, Moldova’s choice to follow EU templates sends a clear message to neighboring states: align with the EU’s standards and you get legal certainty.
For citizens who trade crypto today in informal ways, the change could mean safer options and official channels to move money. For companies, it means new compliance costs — but a path to operate openly.
#Eu #CryptoRules

The EU preparing up to ~$100B in tariffs and market restrictions on U.S. companies.
We’ve seen this pattern before. Trade escalation hits risk first. But prolonged tariff fights pressure FX, growth, and confidence -- and capital starts looking for assets that aren’t tied to any one country or trade bloc.
#cryptocrash #tariffs #EU

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again shaken global markets and diplomacy. His latest move: new tariffs targeting 8 #EU countries after Greenland was not handed over to the United States.
🧵👇
1️⃣ What did #TRUMP announce?
$TRUMP stated that the U.S. will impose:
• 10% tariffs starting February 1
• 25% tariffs starting June 1
Targeted countries:
🇩🇰 Denmark
🇳🇴 Norway
🇸🇪 Sweden
🇫🇷 France
🇩🇪 Germany
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇫🇮 Finland
The reason? Greenland was not transferred to the U.S.
2️⃣ Europe reacts harshly
France and Germany led the backlash, calling the move unacceptable economic coercion. But France went a step further, pushing the EU to activate a powerful and never-before-used mechanism.
3️⃣ Enter the ACI: Europe’s “Trade Bazooka”
France is urging the EU to deploy the Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI) — a tool design
📌 The ACI allows the EU to:
• Impose severe trade restrictions
• Limit market access
• Target key industries and services
Experts call it the “Trade Bazooka” due to its destructive potential.
4️⃣ Not everyone agrees
According to Reuters:
• 🇫🇷 France and allies say: “Activate ACI immediately.”
• 🇩🇪 Germany and others prefer: traditional trade countermeasures, fearing escalation into a full trade war.
5️⃣ Eyes on Davos
Trump is expected to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos this Wednesday. Many European leaders will also be present.
🎯 Insiders say:
• Greenland will be the main topic
• Intense negotiations are expected
• Tensions could spill into global markets
6️⃣ The Greenland bombshell
The 8 affected countries already issued a joint statement opposing the tariffs.
Trump’s response?
👉 The U.S. “definitely wants Greenland”
👉 He even claimed the U.S. values it at $750 billion
7️⃣ Why this matters
This is no longer just about tariffs.
It’s about:
⚠️ Economic coercion
⚠️ Geopolitical leverage
⚠️ A potential EU–U.S. trade war
If the ACI is triggered, global trade dynamics could change overnight.
🔥 Bottom line:
Trump escalates.
Europe considers its strongest weapon.
Davos could decide the next chapter.
Markets, policymakers, and investors should pay very close attention.

$BTC

#MarketRebound #BTC100kNext? #CPIWatch

A fresh transatlantic standoff is unfolding — and markets are starting to feel it.
🔥 What’s Driving the Conflict • U.S. tariff threat: President Trump announced 10% tariffs starting Feb 1, with warnings of escalation to 25% on imports from several European countries
• Wider fallout: Seen as one of the most serious strains in EU–U.S. relations in years, reigniting long-standing trade frictions
🛡️ EU’s Countermoves on the Table • €93B ($108B) in retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods
• Emergency EU summit & diplomatic push to prevent a trade war
• Anti-Coercion Instrument (ACI): the EU’s “trade bazooka,” allowing broad countermeasures beyond tariffs
• Internal split: Some leaders favor negotiation, others call the tariffs outright economic coercion
📉 Market Impact So Far • European equities slipping on rising uncertainty
• Officials on both sides warn escalation could hit growth and global markets
• EU signals readiness to deploy WTO-compatible retaliation if talks fail
⚠️ A full-blown trade war would not stay contained — global spillovers are inevitable. Markets are watching every headline.
$NEIRO
#TradeWar #EU #USA #Tariffs #Macro