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💣💣BANKRUPTCY, THE TOOL FOR TRUMP'S POWER GAME💥💥
Bankruptcy is like hitting the reset button when a person or business owes more money than they can pay 💸. Instead of being chased endlessly by creditors, bankruptcy gives them legal protection and a chance to either wipe the slate clean or come up with a plan to repay what they can 🔁. It’s not a magic fix, but it’s a powerful way to get breathing room when debts get out of control 😮💨.
There are different types of bankruptcy, but the most common ones are Chapter 7 (liquidation) and Chapter 11 (reorganization) ⚖️. Chapter 7 is like selling off everything to pay debts 🏷️, while Chapter 11 is more like hitting pause ⏸️, restructuring the business, and trying to make a comeback.
How Owners Protect Themselves
Here’s the cool part 😎: savvy business owners often set up each company they own as a separate legal entity. That means if one business tanks 💥, it doesn't drag the others down with it. If Business A goes bankrupt, the debts usually stay with A, not B, C, or D 🏢. Think of it like separate rooms in a mansion...if one catches fire 🔥, the others can stay untouched 🧯.
Bankruptcy laws also let owners keep control while they fix things 🛠️. They can negotiate with lenders, reduce debts, and keep their empire from crumbling, even if one part falls apart 🏰.
🗣📢Trump & the Plaza Hotel Drama💯
Back in the 90s, Donald Trump threw a massive wedding at the Plaza Hotel 💍,rumored to be funded with mortgage money 🏦. The wedding was glamorous ✨, the debts were gigantic, and soon after, the Plaza Hotel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy 📉.
Trump handed over part ownership to creditors, stayed in the game ♟️, and walked away with his empire still standing 👑. Talk about turning a debt disaster into a boss move.
Bankruptcy is like hitting the reset button when a person or business owes more money than they can pay 💸. Instead of being chased endlessly by creditors, bankruptcy gives them legal protection and a chance to either wipe the slate clean or come up with a plan to repay what they can 🔁. It’s not a magic fix, but it’s a powerful way to get breathing room when debts get out of control 😮💨.
There are different types of bankruptcy, but the most common ones are Chapter 7 (liquidation) and Chapter 11 (reorganization) ⚖️. Chapter 7 is like selling off everything to pay debts 🏷️, while Chapter 11 is more like hitting pause ⏸️, restructuring the business, and trying to make a comeback.
How Owners Protect Themselves
Here’s the cool part 😎: savvy business owners often set up each company they own as a separate legal entity. That means if one business tanks 💥, it doesn't drag the others down with it. If Business A goes bankrupt, the debts usually stay with A, not B, C, or D 🏢. Think of it like separate rooms in a mansion...if one catches fire 🔥, the others can stay untouched 🧯.
Bankruptcy laws also let owners keep control while they fix things 🛠️. They can negotiate with lenders, reduce debts, and keep their empire from crumbling, even if one part falls apart 🏰.
🗣📢Trump & the Plaza Hotel Drama💯
Back in the 90s, Donald Trump threw a massive wedding at the Plaza Hotel 💍,rumored to be funded with mortgage money 🏦. The wedding was glamorous ✨, the debts were gigantic, and soon after, the Plaza Hotel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy 📉.
Trump handed over part ownership to creditors, stayed in the game ♟️, and walked away with his empire still standing 👑. Talk about turning a debt disaster into a boss move.
WHY BTC IS FOREVER CAPED AT 21MILLION‼️
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Bitcoin’s total supply is permanently capped at 21 million coins—a rule built into its code by creator Satoshi Nakamoto. This hard limit gives Bitcoin its unique scarcity and value—unlike traditional money, no one can print more.
New BTC enters circulation through mining ⛏️; a process where powerful computers solve complex problems to validate transactions. But here’s the catch: every 4 years, the reward miners get cuts in half in a process called a halving ⚡.
When Bitcoin launched in 2009, miners earned 50 BTC per block. Today, it’s just 3.125 BTC. That’s why over 19 million BTC have already been mined, but the last ~2 million will take until the year 2140 to be created. Slow and steady.
And here’s the twist: lost bitcoins are gone forever 🪙❌. Whether someone forgot their private key or lost a hard drive, those coins can’t be recovered and will never be replaced. The protocol doesn’t care. The cap stays firm at 21 million.
That makes real circulating BTC even more scarce than it seems. It’s like digital gold limited, mined, and valuable over time.
21M. No more. Ever.
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Bitcoin’s total supply is permanently capped at 21 million coins—a rule built into its code by creator Satoshi Nakamoto. This hard limit gives Bitcoin its unique scarcity and value—unlike traditional money, no one can print more.
New BTC enters circulation through mining ⛏️; a process where powerful computers solve complex problems to validate transactions. But here’s the catch: every 4 years, the reward miners get cuts in half in a process called a halving ⚡.
When Bitcoin launched in 2009, miners earned 50 BTC per block. Today, it’s just 3.125 BTC. That’s why over 19 million BTC have already been mined, but the last ~2 million will take until the year 2140 to be created. Slow and steady.
And here’s the twist: lost bitcoins are gone forever 🪙❌. Whether someone forgot their private key or lost a hard drive, those coins can’t be recovered and will never be replaced. The protocol doesn’t care. The cap stays firm at 21 million.
That makes real circulating BTC even more scarce than it seems. It’s like digital gold limited, mined, and valuable over time.
21M. No more. Ever.
🔐🧠⏳
🤩THE INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)💣
The Internet of Things (IoT) was originally designed as a centralized system, allowing users to control various household appliances, workplace machinery, and electronic devices through a single control panel or mobile app. However, with the integration of artificial intelligence, this functionality has advanced significantly.
AI enables users to interact with their smart environments through simple voice commands, eliminating the need for manual inputs or complex interfaces. By interpreting natural language—even when imperfect—AI agents can accurately translate spoken requests into actions, making device control more seamless, accessible, and intuitive than ever before.
What You're Proposing:
• IoT connects the devices.
• AI interprets the user's intent, even if the communication is unclear (due to speech issues, accents, or informal language).
• The AI reformulates that input into structured commands that devices understand.
• Once the task is executed, AI provides a human-like response confirming it.
Why This Is Powerful:
• Accessibility: AI makes IoT usable for people with disabilities or communication challenges.
• Natural Interface: Voice becomes the primary, intuitive way to control complex systems.
• Context Awareness: AI can adjust commands based on time, habits, or urgency.
• Personalization: It learns user preferences, making smart environments truly intelligent.
Real-World Example:
Imagine someone with a speech impairment says, “uh… lights… here… dark.”
An AI agent trained on that user's patterns understands: "Turn on the lights in the living room."
It sends that command to the IoT system, and then replies: "The lights in the living room are now on."
This kind of integration is already happening with systems like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri, but the true potential lies in more adaptive, personalized AI that understands non-standard speech and context better.
Would you like a visual concept or system diagram showing how AI and IoT work together in this way?
The Internet of Things (IoT) was originally designed as a centralized system, allowing users to control various household appliances, workplace machinery, and electronic devices through a single control panel or mobile app. However, with the integration of artificial intelligence, this functionality has advanced significantly.
AI enables users to interact with their smart environments through simple voice commands, eliminating the need for manual inputs or complex interfaces. By interpreting natural language—even when imperfect—AI agents can accurately translate spoken requests into actions, making device control more seamless, accessible, and intuitive than ever before.
What You're Proposing:
• IoT connects the devices.
• AI interprets the user's intent, even if the communication is unclear (due to speech issues, accents, or informal language).
• The AI reformulates that input into structured commands that devices understand.
• Once the task is executed, AI provides a human-like response confirming it.
Why This Is Powerful:
• Accessibility: AI makes IoT usable for people with disabilities or communication challenges.
• Natural Interface: Voice becomes the primary, intuitive way to control complex systems.
• Context Awareness: AI can adjust commands based on time, habits, or urgency.
• Personalization: It learns user preferences, making smart environments truly intelligent.
Real-World Example:
Imagine someone with a speech impairment says, “uh… lights… here… dark.”
An AI agent trained on that user's patterns understands: "Turn on the lights in the living room."
It sends that command to the IoT system, and then replies: "The lights in the living room are now on."
This kind of integration is already happening with systems like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri, but the true potential lies in more adaptive, personalized AI that understands non-standard speech and context better.
Would you like a visual concept or system diagram showing how AI and IoT work together in this way?
Yesterday Sui broke its key support level of 3.3 , and retraced further down. Sui is expected to retrace even further to 3.11 , this partially being because of BTC's drop .
Another reason for this drop is because it's resent pump was unsustainable and more liquidity needed to be gathered for another pump 💥. So when will the next pump be ? Most likely on 7th during the FOMC.
Another reason for this drop is because it's resent pump was unsustainable and more liquidity needed to be gathered for another pump 💥. So when will the next pump be ? Most likely on 7th during the FOMC.
JUST AS PREDICTED ‼️
Yesterday we expect btc to retrace to 95,500k and it did. Now that there is not much momentum as yesterday,,, will we expect for consolidation until 7th May during FOMC for more volatility ? or will something unforseen cause volatility ?
Even if movement occurs we're expecting bullish 40% chance , 50% chance of consolidation until 7th and only 10% chance of retracement . Support level is at 95,580k .
Yesterday we expect btc to retrace to 95,500k and it did. Now that there is not much momentum as yesterday,,, will we expect for consolidation until 7th May during FOMC for more volatility ? or will something unforseen cause volatility ?
Even if movement occurs we're expecting bullish 40% chance , 50% chance of consolidation until 7th and only 10% chance of retracement . Support level is at 95,580k .
Should have definitely kept quiet about it , mine it himself till he was rich , but noooo‼️ He had to go yapping about it 😂😂💔🤦🤦. You'll find the he wasn't even compensated for it 💔
One story. Two lessons! Can you see them?
💥💥BTC NOLONGER PATIENT FOR RATE CUTS 🔥📈🎉
BTC continues to show signs of retracement, but only for a while. Just when it looks like it’s pulling back for a deeper correction, it flips and starts pumping again. Traders who expected a bigger dip have been left watching as price takes off. This latest move caught a lot of people off guard.
In April 2025, data showed a huge surge in stablecoins, with over $15 billion added in USDC and USDT combined. This has been the main driver behind BTC’s recent pump. When that much stablecoin liquidity flows into the market, it usually signals one thing; money is ready to move. And this time, it moved straight into Bitcoin.
BTC’s pump, while expected by some, went way further than anyone predicted. It caused panic among those who were waiting to “buy the dip.” But the dip never really came. Instead, BTC launched ahead, leaving late buyers scrambling.
As of now BTC is trading at 96,060k , expected to retrace to 95,580k before another pump , will it burst of immediately after reaching that support level or will it wait for date 7th ? let me know your thoughts on this ✌️.
BTC continues to show signs of retracement, but only for a while. Just when it looks like it’s pulling back for a deeper correction, it flips and starts pumping again. Traders who expected a bigger dip have been left watching as price takes off. This latest move caught a lot of people off guard.
In April 2025, data showed a huge surge in stablecoins, with over $15 billion added in USDC and USDT combined. This has been the main driver behind BTC’s recent pump. When that much stablecoin liquidity flows into the market, it usually signals one thing; money is ready to move. And this time, it moved straight into Bitcoin.
BTC’s pump, while expected by some, went way further than anyone predicted. It caused panic among those who were waiting to “buy the dip.” But the dip never really came. Instead, BTC launched ahead, leaving late buyers scrambling.
As of now BTC is trading at 96,060k , expected to retrace to 95,580k before another pump , will it burst of immediately after reaching that support level or will it wait for date 7th ? let me know your thoughts on this ✌️.
🚨🚨ETHEREUM IN TROUBLE 🗣📢
Ethereum, once hailed as the future of decentralized applications, appears to be losing momentum relative to Bitcoin. Recent data highlights this widening gap: Bitcoin ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds, which allow investors to gain exposure to BTC without directly holding it) now manage over $113 billion in assets, representing 5.76% of the total BTC supply. In stark contrast, Ethereum ETFs manage only $4.71 billion, accounting for just 2.22% of ETH’s total supply. This disparity signals weak institutional demand for Ethereum.
Compounding the issue is Ethereum’s struggle to compete with emerging Layer 1 blockchain platforms like Solana, Avalanche, and Sui often referred to as “Ethereum killers.” These networks boast faster transaction speeds and significantly lower fees, offering developers and users a more efficient environment. Ethereum’s scalability roadmap, while promising, has yet to deliver consistent improvements at the base layer.
Technically, Ethereum has also broken away from its historical price correlation with Bitcoin. Since January 2025, ETH has decoupled from BTC, failing to mirror the latter’s bullish momentum. This divergence frustrates traders who rely on BTC-ETH synchronicity for technical setups. With ETH increasingly behaving independently and unpredictably, it has become a less reliable asset for short-term trading strategies.
Ethereum, once hailed as the future of decentralized applications, appears to be losing momentum relative to Bitcoin. Recent data highlights this widening gap: Bitcoin ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds, which allow investors to gain exposure to BTC without directly holding it) now manage over $113 billion in assets, representing 5.76% of the total BTC supply. In stark contrast, Ethereum ETFs manage only $4.71 billion, accounting for just 2.22% of ETH’s total supply. This disparity signals weak institutional demand for Ethereum.
Compounding the issue is Ethereum’s struggle to compete with emerging Layer 1 blockchain platforms like Solana, Avalanche, and Sui often referred to as “Ethereum killers.” These networks boast faster transaction speeds and significantly lower fees, offering developers and users a more efficient environment. Ethereum’s scalability roadmap, while promising, has yet to deliver consistent improvements at the base layer.
Technically, Ethereum has also broken away from its historical price correlation with Bitcoin. Since January 2025, ETH has decoupled from BTC, failing to mirror the latter’s bullish momentum. This divergence frustrates traders who rely on BTC-ETH synchronicity for technical setups. With ETH increasingly behaving independently and unpredictably, it has become a less reliable asset for short-term trading strategies.
US Unemployment Claims Rise‼️ Another Signal for Rate Cuts✂️📊🧾
The US unemployment claims were released today by the Department of Labor, showing that 241,000 people filed for jobless benefits over the past week. That’s well above both the forecast of 224,000 and last week's 223,000 figure, a clear indication that the job market is cooling.
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This report follows closely on the heels of yesterday’s Core PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) Price Index data, which showed 0.0% month-over-month inflation. That figure sharply undercut the prior month’s 0.5%, signaling that inflationary pressure is rapidly fading. Lower inflation plus rising unemployment gives the Federal Reserve more than enough cover to begin considering interest rate cuts.
🎯🇺🇸🗳
While the Fed maintains its independence, it’s hard to ignore the political climate. With Trump repeatedly pressuring Powell for lower rates, this economic data provides the Fed chair with a clean excuse: act now, and claim it’s purely data-driven. The timing couldn’t be more convenient with a major FOMC decision due on May 7.
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And now, the fact that Bitcoin is pumping confirms it: investors are also realizing the Fed may finally be ready to pivot toward rate cuts.
The US unemployment claims were released today by the Department of Labor, showing that 241,000 people filed for jobless benefits over the past week. That’s well above both the forecast of 224,000 and last week's 223,000 figure, a clear indication that the job market is cooling.
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This report follows closely on the heels of yesterday’s Core PCE (Personal Consumption Expenditures) Price Index data, which showed 0.0% month-over-month inflation. That figure sharply undercut the prior month’s 0.5%, signaling that inflationary pressure is rapidly fading. Lower inflation plus rising unemployment gives the Federal Reserve more than enough cover to begin considering interest rate cuts.
🎯🇺🇸🗳
While the Fed maintains its independence, it’s hard to ignore the political climate. With Trump repeatedly pressuring Powell for lower rates, this economic data provides the Fed chair with a clean excuse: act now, and claim it’s purely data-driven. The timing couldn’t be more convenient with a major FOMC decision due on May 7.
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And now, the fact that Bitcoin is pumping confirms it: investors are also realizing the Fed may finally be ready to pivot toward rate cuts.
🚨🚨BABY STEPS TO RATE CUTS 🔥🔥🔥
The US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index is out, and it’s a surprise: 0.0% month-over-month, down sharply from the previous 0.5%. This suggests a meaningful cooling in core inflation, just days ahead of the next
Federal Reserve policy decision on May 7.
It’s important to note that the PCE report is published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), an agency independent from the Federal Reserve. But that doesn't mean Chair Jerome Powell isn’t watching it closely👀 or even using it as political cover. After all, the Fed may want to cut rates but appear neutral, especially in a contentious election year where Donald Trump has been vocal about wanting lower rates.
Powell likely doesn’t want to look like he’s caving to political pressure. But with inflation now easing visibly, this latest PCE number gives him the perfect data-driven excuse to begin rate cuts without raising eyebrows.
Market watchers are now increasingly expecting a dovish tone or even a rate cut in next week’s announcement. Whether it happens or not, one thing is clear: the Fed has more flexibility now than it did just a month ago.
The US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index is out, and it’s a surprise: 0.0% month-over-month, down sharply from the previous 0.5%. This suggests a meaningful cooling in core inflation, just days ahead of the next
Federal Reserve policy decision on May 7.
It’s important to note that the PCE report is published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), an agency independent from the Federal Reserve. But that doesn't mean Chair Jerome Powell isn’t watching it closely👀 or even using it as political cover. After all, the Fed may want to cut rates but appear neutral, especially in a contentious election year where Donald Trump has been vocal about wanting lower rates.
Powell likely doesn’t want to look like he’s caving to political pressure. But with inflation now easing visibly, this latest PCE number gives him the perfect data-driven excuse to begin rate cuts without raising eyebrows.
Market watchers are now increasingly expecting a dovish tone or even a rate cut in next week’s announcement. Whether it happens or not, one thing is clear: the Fed has more flexibility now than it did just a month ago.
Then why is she posting herself instead of posting about Bitcoin?
She doesn’t chase boys, she chases Bitcoin
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🚨🚨ALPACA's PRICE SURGES FOLLOWING DELISTMENT FROM BINANCE ⚠️💥
In April 2025, Binance announced the impending delisting of the ALPACA token. Contrary to typical expectations of a price drop following such news, ALPACA's price surged over 650% within days.
This unexpected rally was primarily driven by a short squeeze, where traders betting against the token were forced to buy back in at higher prices to cover their positions.
However, this surge was short-lived; the token's price plummeted by 70% within just three hours on April 29, 2025, highlighting the extreme volatility associated with such events . So why do token prices surge following a delisting announcement? We'll find out ‼️
In April 2025, Binance announced the impending delisting of the ALPACA token. Contrary to typical expectations of a price drop following such news, ALPACA's price surged over 650% within days.
This unexpected rally was primarily driven by a short squeeze, where traders betting against the token were forced to buy back in at higher prices to cover their positions.
However, this surge was short-lived; the token's price plummeted by 70% within just three hours on April 29, 2025, highlighting the extreme volatility associated with such events . So why do token prices surge following a delisting announcement? We'll find out ‼️
I've constantly been warning ⚠️ people not to short SUI , especially on a long term . Just close the trade and take the loss
I made a mistake again, and still holding onto it.. i really hope sui will going down below $3 follow BTC crush sooner or later
This is great 💯
Cryptopolitan
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Trump will ease tariffs for US automakers
President Donald Trump announced a plan to ease the burden of the new 25% tariffs on foreign-made vehicles and parts. Under the proposal, automakers with US factories can claim credits on import taxes based on sales volume and suggested retail prices.
White House officials said the proposal will use a formula tied to the number of cars sold in the United States and the price of each model.
Officials added that the relief will run for two years, giving businesses time to redesign their supply chains without facing the full cost of the tariffs. They also confirmed that parts made in Canada and Mexico under North American free trade rules will remain exempt from the 25% levy.
The announcement comes as President Trump prepares to hold a rally in Michigan on Tuesday to mark his first 100 days in office. Michigan is a key battleground state and the heart of the US auto industry. Michigan is also home to Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, and a network of more than 1,000 major suppliers to the sector.
These companies have been in limbo since March, when Trump unveiled 25% tariffs on cars and car parts, saying he wanted to boost domestic manufacturing for national security.
Consumers raced to buy vehicles ahead of the tariffs, causing a short-lived sales spike. However, the move also forced manufacturers to rethink production schedules and supply arrangements under pressure.
When General Motors reported its quarterly results to investors on Tuesday, it said the duties would force it to revise its full-year forecast and withdraw its previous guidance. In an unusual step, General Motors also postponed its earnings call, which was set to discuss the figures.
The 25% tariff on foreign-made cars, which accounted for nearly half of US vehicle sales last year, went into effect last month. Tariffs on parts were scheduled to begin on 3 May.
US motor groups have welcomed the ease of tariffs
Last week, a coalition of US motor groups representing companies such as General Motors, Toyota, and Volkswagen sent a letter asking the president not to impose the duties on parts.
They warned that the levies would “lead to higher auto prices for consumers, lower sales at dealerships, and make servicing and repairing vehicles both more expensive.”
Under the adjusted plan, automakers can claim an “offset” on what they pay in parts tariffs worth up to 3.75% of a vehicle’s suggested retail price in the first year, falling to 2.5% in the second year.
According to the White House, any car with at least 85% of its parts made in the US, Canada, or Mexico will avoid the 25% duty at first. That threshold will rise to 90% in year two. Officials described the update as an acknowledgment that today’s auto supply chains span the globe, noting that even vehicles marketed as American-made often include parts from abroad.
They also said the auto tariffs would not stack on top of existing steel and aluminium duties, preventing firms from paying multiple charges on the same materials.
Automakers welcomed news of the softened stance. “We’re grateful to President Trump for his support of the US automotive industry and the millions of Americans who depend on us,” General Motors’ chief executive, Mary Barra, said in an emailed statement. “We appreciate the productive conversations with the President and his Administration and look forward to continuing to work together.”
Ford said the move would “help mitigate the impact of tariffs on automakers, suppliers and consumers,” adding, “We will continue to work closely with the administration in support of the president’s vision for a healthy and growing auto industry in America.”
The company called policies that encouraged exports and ensured affordable supply chains “essential,” and said if major importers matched Ford’s commitment to US manufacturing, the country would see “a windfall of new assembly and supplier factories and hundreds of thousands of new jobs.”
Stellantis chairman John Elkann said, “We look forward to our continued collaboration with the US administration to strengthen a competitive American auto industry and stimulate exports.”
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White House officials said the proposal will use a formula tied to the number of cars sold in the United States and the price of each model.
Officials added that the relief will run for two years, giving businesses time to redesign their supply chains without facing the full cost of the tariffs. They also confirmed that parts made in Canada and Mexico under North American free trade rules will remain exempt from the 25% levy.
The announcement comes as President Trump prepares to hold a rally in Michigan on Tuesday to mark his first 100 days in office. Michigan is a key battleground state and the heart of the US auto industry. Michigan is also home to Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, and a network of more than 1,000 major suppliers to the sector.
These companies have been in limbo since March, when Trump unveiled 25% tariffs on cars and car parts, saying he wanted to boost domestic manufacturing for national security.
Consumers raced to buy vehicles ahead of the tariffs, causing a short-lived sales spike. However, the move also forced manufacturers to rethink production schedules and supply arrangements under pressure.
When General Motors reported its quarterly results to investors on Tuesday, it said the duties would force it to revise its full-year forecast and withdraw its previous guidance. In an unusual step, General Motors also postponed its earnings call, which was set to discuss the figures.
The 25% tariff on foreign-made cars, which accounted for nearly half of US vehicle sales last year, went into effect last month. Tariffs on parts were scheduled to begin on 3 May.
US motor groups have welcomed the ease of tariffs
Last week, a coalition of US motor groups representing companies such as General Motors, Toyota, and Volkswagen sent a letter asking the president not to impose the duties on parts.
They warned that the levies would “lead to higher auto prices for consumers, lower sales at dealerships, and make servicing and repairing vehicles both more expensive.”
Under the adjusted plan, automakers can claim an “offset” on what they pay in parts tariffs worth up to 3.75% of a vehicle’s suggested retail price in the first year, falling to 2.5% in the second year.
According to the White House, any car with at least 85% of its parts made in the US, Canada, or Mexico will avoid the 25% duty at first. That threshold will rise to 90% in year two. Officials described the update as an acknowledgment that today’s auto supply chains span the globe, noting that even vehicles marketed as American-made often include parts from abroad.
They also said the auto tariffs would not stack on top of existing steel and aluminium duties, preventing firms from paying multiple charges on the same materials.
Automakers welcomed news of the softened stance. “We’re grateful to President Trump for his support of the US automotive industry and the millions of Americans who depend on us,” General Motors’ chief executive, Mary Barra, said in an emailed statement. “We appreciate the productive conversations with the President and his Administration and look forward to continuing to work together.”
Ford said the move would “help mitigate the impact of tariffs on automakers, suppliers and consumers,” adding, “We will continue to work closely with the administration in support of the president’s vision for a healthy and growing auto industry in America.”
The company called policies that encouraged exports and ensured affordable supply chains “essential,” and said if major importers matched Ford’s commitment to US manufacturing, the country would see “a windfall of new assembly and supplier factories and hundreds of thousands of new jobs.”
Stellantis chairman John Elkann said, “We look forward to our continued collaboration with the US administration to strengthen a competitive American auto industry and stimulate exports.”
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What's the missing number ❓
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BlackRock Bitcoin ETF buys $970M in BTC as inflows surge, boost market
BlackRock’s exchange-traded fund (ETF) bought nearly $1 billion worth of Bitcoin on behalf of its clients on April 28, with continued inflows providing “structural support” for Bitcoin’s price appreciation, according to market analysts.
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF bought $970 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) on April 28, its second-largest day of inflows on record after scooping up $1.12 billion of BTC on Nov. 7, 2024, Sosovalue data shows.
IBIT ETF Inflows, all-time chart. Source: Sosovalue
IBIT’s near $1 billion investment brought total net inflows to US spot BTC ETFs to just above $590 million, with all other ETFs realizing net negative outflows or remaining flat. ARK Invest’s ARKB ETF recorded the highest outflows of $226 million.
“Nearly *$1bil* into iShares Bitcoin ETF today.. 2nd largest inflow since Jan 2024 inception. I still remember when there was “no demand,” Nate Geraci, the president of ETF Store advisory firm, wrote in an April 29 X post.
BlackRock’s IBIT is the largest spot BTC ETF, with over $54 billion in assets under management, accounting for 51% of the total spot BTC ETF market share, Dune data shows.
Bitcoin ETFs by market share. Source: Dune
The latest inflows make IBIT the world’s 33rd-largest ETF among crypto and traditional finance-based ETFs, according to data from ETF Database.
Last week’s “ETF inflows and croproate buying” have been significant for Bitcoin’s recovery above $94,000, as retail investor interest continued to lag, Ryan Lee, chief analyst at Bitget Research, told Cointelegraph.
ETFs provide “structural” support for Bitcoin rally
Bitcoin’s recovery over the past week was aided by over $3 billion worth of cumulative net inflows for the US spot Bitcoin ETFs, marking their second-highest week of investments since launch.
The Bitcoin price posted its “strongest weekly gain since Trump’s election victory, but signs suggest another move could be brewing,” according to Nexo dispatch analyst Iliya Kalchev.
“ETF inflows into spot Bitcoin products topped $3 billion last week — the highest since November — providing structural support that could fuel further upside,” the analyst told Cointelegraph.
Bitcoin investments have previously been a significant driver of Bitcoin’s upside momentum. Bitcoin ETFs accounted for an estimated 75% of new investment into Bitcoin when it recaptured the $50,000 mark in February 2024, a month after the debut of the US spot Bitcoin ETFs.
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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF bought $970 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) on April 28, its second-largest day of inflows on record after scooping up $1.12 billion of BTC on Nov. 7, 2024, Sosovalue data shows.
IBIT ETF Inflows, all-time chart. Source: Sosovalue
IBIT’s near $1 billion investment brought total net inflows to US spot BTC ETFs to just above $590 million, with all other ETFs realizing net negative outflows or remaining flat. ARK Invest’s ARKB ETF recorded the highest outflows of $226 million.
“Nearly *$1bil* into iShares Bitcoin ETF today.. 2nd largest inflow since Jan 2024 inception. I still remember when there was “no demand,” Nate Geraci, the president of ETF Store advisory firm, wrote in an April 29 X post.
BlackRock’s IBIT is the largest spot BTC ETF, with over $54 billion in assets under management, accounting for 51% of the total spot BTC ETF market share, Dune data shows.
Bitcoin ETFs by market share. Source: Dune
The latest inflows make IBIT the world’s 33rd-largest ETF among crypto and traditional finance-based ETFs, according to data from ETF Database.
Last week’s “ETF inflows and croproate buying” have been significant for Bitcoin’s recovery above $94,000, as retail investor interest continued to lag, Ryan Lee, chief analyst at Bitget Research, told Cointelegraph.
ETFs provide “structural” support for Bitcoin rally
Bitcoin’s recovery over the past week was aided by over $3 billion worth of cumulative net inflows for the US spot Bitcoin ETFs, marking their second-highest week of investments since launch.
The Bitcoin price posted its “strongest weekly gain since Trump’s election victory, but signs suggest another move could be brewing,” according to Nexo dispatch analyst Iliya Kalchev.
“ETF inflows into spot Bitcoin products topped $3 billion last week — the highest since November — providing structural support that could fuel further upside,” the analyst told Cointelegraph.
Bitcoin investments have previously been a significant driver of Bitcoin’s upside momentum. Bitcoin ETFs accounted for an estimated 75% of new investment into Bitcoin when it recaptured the $50,000 mark in February 2024, a month after the debut of the US spot Bitcoin ETFs.
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💥💥VENTURES IN THE DARK💰🫡
Tariffs aren’t just economic levers; they’re powerful signals of where to move next in business. When governments like Trump’s push for national self-reliance, especially in strategic resources like oil ("liquid gold"), they shape the battlefield. Entrepreneurs and investors who understand this can ride the wave rather than get crushed by it.
Take oil as a prime example. If tariffs are applied to foreign energy sources or oil-based products, domestic producers gain a price edge. U.S.-based refining companies like Valero Energy, Marathon Petroleum, or Phillips 66 stand to benefit from reduced competition. This opens doors not just for producers, but for a whole ecosystem of businesses.
You don’t need to drill wells to profit. You can venture into pipeline logistics, safety inspection services, equipment leasing, or chemical treatment solutions. Traders can create localized markets for oil-based commodities, while sales professionals can broker deals between producers, refiners, and transport companies. Software firms can offer supply chain optimization, real-time pricing dashboards, or compliance monitoring tools to help navigate the post-tariff regulatory jungle.
It's smart to focus on distribution hubs, last-mile fuel delivery, or consulting for small oil service providers needing tariff-savvy supply chains.
In short: tariffs don’t just protect, they redirect. The smart move is to follow that redirection, and set up shop where the new money flows. Watch what’s being taxed, who’s being protected, and build your venture right in the blind spot of global disruption.
Tariffs aren’t just economic levers; they’re powerful signals of where to move next in business. When governments like Trump’s push for national self-reliance, especially in strategic resources like oil ("liquid gold"), they shape the battlefield. Entrepreneurs and investors who understand this can ride the wave rather than get crushed by it.
Take oil as a prime example. If tariffs are applied to foreign energy sources or oil-based products, domestic producers gain a price edge. U.S.-based refining companies like Valero Energy, Marathon Petroleum, or Phillips 66 stand to benefit from reduced competition. This opens doors not just for producers, but for a whole ecosystem of businesses.
You don’t need to drill wells to profit. You can venture into pipeline logistics, safety inspection services, equipment leasing, or chemical treatment solutions. Traders can create localized markets for oil-based commodities, while sales professionals can broker deals between producers, refiners, and transport companies. Software firms can offer supply chain optimization, real-time pricing dashboards, or compliance monitoring tools to help navigate the post-tariff regulatory jungle.
It's smart to focus on distribution hubs, last-mile fuel delivery, or consulting for small oil service providers needing tariff-savvy supply chains.
In short: tariffs don’t just protect, they redirect. The smart move is to follow that redirection, and set up shop where the new money flows. Watch what’s being taxed, who’s being protected, and build your venture right in the blind spot of global disruption.
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BTC's CONSPIRACY THEORY 👀💀
Is it possible that the reason Bitcoin (BTC) hasn’t returned to $100K yet is because institutions are deliberately manipulating the price to keep it low for accumulation? It’s a growing suspicion among many in the crypto community, and the market behavior certainly raises some questions.
Whenever key indicators suggest a major price breakout is coming, we often see the opposite happen: instead of surging upwards, BTC tanks unexpectedly, liquidating countless long positions. The reverse also appears true. When indicators warn of a drop, sudden pumps wipe out shorts. This “hunt” for liquidity benefits large players, giving them better prices while shaking out smaller traders.
Market manipulation in crypto isn’t just a conspiracy theory; historically, there have been multiple confirmed instances of coordinated efforts to move prices against retail expectations. The crypto market's relatively lower liquidity compared to traditional assets makes it even easier for big players to move the price to their advantage.
If institutions are indeed accumulating, they would have every incentive to suppress price action, to accumulate more BTC at a discount before allowing it to rise. Watching how the price often moves opposite to technical indicators could very well be a sign of this kind of strategic manipulation at play.
Is it possible that the reason Bitcoin (BTC) hasn’t returned to $100K yet is because institutions are deliberately manipulating the price to keep it low for accumulation? It’s a growing suspicion among many in the crypto community, and the market behavior certainly raises some questions.
Whenever key indicators suggest a major price breakout is coming, we often see the opposite happen: instead of surging upwards, BTC tanks unexpectedly, liquidating countless long positions. The reverse also appears true. When indicators warn of a drop, sudden pumps wipe out shorts. This “hunt” for liquidity benefits large players, giving them better prices while shaking out smaller traders.
Market manipulation in crypto isn’t just a conspiracy theory; historically, there have been multiple confirmed instances of coordinated efforts to move prices against retail expectations. The crypto market's relatively lower liquidity compared to traditional assets makes it even easier for big players to move the price to their advantage.
If institutions are indeed accumulating, they would have every incentive to suppress price action, to accumulate more BTC at a discount before allowing it to rise. Watching how the price often moves opposite to technical indicators could very well be a sign of this kind of strategic manipulation at play.
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