Economist’s “News and Views” 4-23-2025

Currency Crisis As Debt Explodes Out of Control with Matthew Piepenburg

WTFinance:  4-23-2025

On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of welcoming back Matthew Piepenburg.

Matthew is a Partner of Von Greyerz AG. During our conversation we spoke about the current state of the economy, tariffs, why all problems lead to debt and liquidity, a complete shift in the world order, collapse of the FIAT currency and more. I hope you enjoy!

0:00 - Introduction

0:57 - What are you seeing in the economy?

8:39 - Tariffs impact on liquidity

 20:14 - Complete shift in the world order?

29:49 - Collapse of FIAT currencies

41:14 - One message to takeaway from our conversation?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgQB8zdlHdo

Gold Continues To Diverge From Silver & Trade On Monetary Premium

Arcadia Economics:  4-23-2025

We're in the midst of one of the more fascinating days in gold and silver market history. As the gold futures are down $120, while silver is actually up 60 cents along with the stock markets.

I'm not sure we've ever seen a divergence that extreme between the two metals before, and in today's show, Lynette Zang talks about how we're seeing gold trade at a monetary premium right now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Ujd-ms15dw

Gold’s Surge is Unsettling as Trump Shocks System

Liberty and Finance:  4-22-2025

In a recent discussion with Liberty and Finance, the anonymous financial analysts known as Doomberg delivered a stark assessment of the U.S. economy, arguing that the country is already mired in a recession.

They painted a picture of economic headwinds, political challenges, and potential geopolitical flashpoints, urging investors to remain calm and prepare for a period of prolonged uncertainty.

Doomberg pointed to a confluence of economic indicators signaling a significant slowdown. While mainstream narratives often focus on positive numbers, they highlighted underlying weaknesses masked by lagging data.

They suggested that key sectors are struggling, and that the overall economic picture is far less rosy than official reports suggest.

Adding to the economic woes, Doomberg believes that the Trump Administration faces significant obstacles, even before potentially retaking office. Internal pushback from within the government, coupled with a Federal Reserve that appears to be operating at odds with the administration’s goals, could significantly hinder any attempts to implement effective economic policies. This misalignment, they argued, creates further instability and uncertainty in an already fragile environment.

Echoing familiar concerns from the CoviD era, Doomberg warned about the resurgence of supply chain disruptions. These disruptions, they stated, are not isolated incidents but rather a pervasive issue that continues to destabilize markets and contribute to inflationary pressures.

This ongoing instability makes it difficult for businesses to plan and invest, further exacerbating the economic slowdown.

One of the most compelling arguments Doomberg presented was the rising price of gold. They interpreted this not just as a response to inflation, but as a broader signal of a shifting monetary environment. Gold’s rise, they argued, indicates a growing lack of confidence in traditional financial systems and a move towards alternative stores of value.

While energy markets currently appear stable, Doomberg cautioned against complacency. They warned that geopolitical tensions, particularly in volatile regions, could rapidly alter the energy landscape, leading to price spikes and further economic disruption.

They emphasized the unpredictability of these events and the potential for significant ripple effects throughout the global economy.

Despite the somber outlook, Doomberg’s message wasn’t one of despair. They strongly advised investors to avoid the trap of short-term panic selling. Instead, they advocated for a long-term perspective, urging investors to focus on building resilient portfolios that can weather the ongoing uncertainty.

 They emphasized the importance of diversification, maintaining sufficient cash reserves, and investing in assets that tend to perform well during periods of economic turmoil.

In conclusion, Doomberg’s discussion with Liberty and Finance offered a sobering assessment of the U.S. economy. Their analysis highlighted the multifaceted challenges facing the nation, from economic slowdown and political headwinds to supply chain disruptions and potential geopolitical flashpoints

However, by urging investors to remain calm, focus on long-term strategies, and maintain a balanced portfolio, Doomberg offered a roadmap for navigating the turbulent times ahead. The message is clear: preparedness and prudence are essential in the face of escalating economic uncertainty.

https://youtu.be/lZnB0kH24nM

PREPARE: Most People Have No Idea What's About To Happen! - Andy Schectman

PREPARE: Most People Have No Idea What's About To Happen! - Andy Schectman

Financial Wisdom:  4-23-2025

In Andy Schectman's latest interview, he explains how Trump's cryptic "golden rule" social media post signals an imminent financial system reset that will transfer wealth to gold holders as central banks abandon treasuries for physical gold.

Schectman reveals how the BRICS nations are methodically building gold-backed alternative financial systems that will trigger a massive wealth transfer from fiat currencies to precious metals.

0:00 - Trump's Easter Sunday post on Truth Social

0:28 - Gold's reemergence and public misunderstanding

1:03 - U.S. gold imports and COMEX deliveries

1:15 - Gold as a tier-one asset vs. treasuries

2:00 - Speculation on gold-backed treasuries by 2026

2:15 - JP Morgan and GLD custodianship concerns

3:03 - Treasury debt refinancing and interest rates

3:31 - Triffin's Dilemma and global trade imbalances

4:08 - China's dominance in pharmaceuticals and rare earths

 4:23 - Dollar recycling, treasuries, and economic consequences

4:54 - Fed's policy shift: inflation vs. employment

5:26 - Gold-backed treasuries and global gold accumulation

 5:51 - China's cross-border digital RMB bridge

6:23 - Belt and Road, BRICS expansion, and gold settlement

 7:01 - Gold's quiet rise vs. Bitcoin in media coverage

8:24 - Gold undervaluation and rehypothecation in London

9:20 - Physical vs. paper gold imbalance

10:04 - BRICS methodical gold accumulation strategy

10:47 - System strain at the London Metals Exchange

11:20 - Volatility in gold and investor behavior

12:01 - Long-term gold perspective and Trump's potential signal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qs5OuGvf2I

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TRUMP WARNS: “PERFECT TIME” FOR FED RATE CUTS — WILL JEROME POWELL LISTEN?

▪️Trump clarified he won't fire Powell but strongly urges the Fed to cut rates, citing global easing.

▪️Markets reacted with cautious optimism, as trade tension easing and Trump's comments influenced Bitcoin and treasury yields.

▪️The Fed remains cautious, balancing inflation with potential tariff impacts, despite Trump's pressure for rate cuts.

The debate over Federal Reserve rate cuts is heating up again. President Donald Trump says he’s not firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell — but he’s clearly running out of patience. In classic Trump style, the message is direct, the pressure is rising, and the markets are watching closely.

Here’s what’s unfolding behind the scenes.

“Perfect Time” for Action, Says Trump

Speaking to reporters, Trump called it the “perfect time” for the Fed to lower interest rates. He dismissed growing speculation about Powell’s removal but didn’t hold back on criticism of the Fed’s slow pace.

“I’m not firing Powell,” Trump said, blaming the media for the rumors. But he added that Powell should be moving faster, especially as other global central banks are already easing their policies.

“He should act early or on time, not late,” Trump said, signaling that the Fed’s current approach could soon fall behind the curve.

Bitcoin Breaks $90K as Market Reacts

Despite Trump’s strong remarks, broader markets stayed steady. But Bitcoin surged past the $90,000 mark, boosted by optimism from both Trump’s comments and new statements from the U.S. Treasury Secretary, who called the trade war with China “unsustainable.”

Short-term Treasury yields edged up to 3.82% after a weak government bond auction, while the U.S. dollar held its ground. Investors appeared cautiously optimistic about easing trade tensions.

Analysts: Trump Is Managing Expectations

Analysts say Trump’s push for rate cuts might be more about shaping public expectations than actually threatening Powell’s role. While Trump says Powell is safe, his public pressure could serve to redirect blame if economic growth slows.

This isn’t the first time Trump has publicly criticized the Fed — and likely won’t be the last.

Fed Holds Course as Inflation Stays High

For now, the Federal Reserve is staying the course. Powell’s position appears secure, and Fed officials are focused on evaluating the long-term effects of Trump’s trade, tax, and immigration policies.

With inflation still running above the 2% target for the fourth year in a row, most Fed members believe current interest rates are appropriate.

Growth Risks Could Force a Rethink

Still, some economists warn that the ripple effects of Trump’s tariffs could slow growth later this year. If that happens, the Fed may have no choice but to revisit its stance.

Rate cuts may not be off the table — even if Powell continues to resist political pressure.

With Wall Street rebounding and Trump increasing his calls for action, one thing is clear: the Trump vs. Powell rate debate isn’t going away anytime soon.

For now, Powell keeps his seat and his stance — but the clock is ticking, and everyone knows it.

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XRP IS THE COIN WITH ‘THE MOST UTILITY,’ SAYS TEUCRIUM CEO

In an interview on Bloomberg Crypto with anchors Tim Stenovec and Katie Greifeld, Teucrium Trading’s chief executive officer (CEO) Sal Gilbertie argued that XRP is the crypto asset with “the most utility” in the entire space.

“Ripple’s a company of really professional people working really hard on this. That’s why we chose XRP. We believe in XRP. We’re not making a price prediction, but we do believe it’s a coin that will have the most utility out there. You know Bitcoin is a store of value […] but I think that XRP has a true use case,” Gilbertie remarked.

He further highlighted the professionality of the Ripple team which is a big reason the company believes in the crypto asset: “There’s just no doubt about it in the Ripple team from what the interaction we’ve had with them […] They act like investment bankers over there. They know what they’re doing and they will make this work.”

Teucrium’s 2x Long XRP ETF

Teucrium launched the first XRP-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the United States on April 8. The Teucrium 2x Long Daily XRP ETF, traded under the ticker XXRP on NYSE Arca, is a 2x leveraged fund aiming to provide twice the daily return of the token.

The ETF’s launch coincided with a sharp rebound in the underlying token. While Teucrium cannot see its shareholder register in real time, Gilbertie believes early flows reflect “a mix of professionals and retail trading their own accounts.” XXRP is engineered explicitly for intraday traders, he emphasized: 

“This specific product is geared toward traders who have a short-term view—primarily a one-day view—of what XRP’s price moves might be. This allows them in a traditional brokerage account to achieve leverage without a margin account.”

Gilbertie acknowledged that such magnified exposure is unsuitable for naïve investors. “Of course it’s risky. Leveraged funds are always risky and people need to be very careful,” he cautioned, adding: “I hope that the non-sophisticated traders do their homework first before they set foot in this.”

The conversation also illuminated a shifting regulatory atmosphere in Washington. Gilbertie contrasted the Securities and Exchange Commission’s current leadership with its prior stance under former Chair Gary Gensler, without naming him directly but characterizing the previous regime as “a blocker” to digital-asset innovation.

“The old SEC regime was a blocker…worked against the crypto industry,” he said. By contrast, the gap between administrations—during which newly confirmed Chair Paul Atkins and the fresh slate of commissioners were still settling in—created a moment when Teucrium’s application could proceed.

“We applied as soon as we could, meaning the old regime had left and wouldn’t block us, and we simply listed as soon as we could following the normal rules. The staff is really wonderful at the SEC…It’s the leadership that matters.”

XXRP’s methodology relies on daily rebalancing of swap positions to deliver twice the token’s move—up or down—over a single trading session. Compounding makes the fund unsuitable as a long-term proxy, an intrinsic feature common to all daily leveraged products but one the firm has gone to pains to highlight in its prospectus. Gilbertie underscored that message: “Volatility is the point. You want the action,” but traders must understand that the action cuts both ways.

For now, Gilbertie is betting that the community’s zeal, combined with a friendlier SEC stance, will keep volume humming. “We thought the time was right,” he concluded, “and so far the market seems to agree.”

At press time, XRP traded at $2.24.

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Source:  Bitcoinist

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Evening 4-22-25

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CIRCLE LAUNCHES 'CIRCLE PAYMENTS NETWORK'

The new network will use stablecoins such as USDC and EURC to help financial institutions facilitate global money movement and settlement.

USDC Issuer Circle Debuts Payments Network

Stablecoin firm Circle, issuer of USDC which currently has a market capitalization of roughly $61 billion, has launched “Circle Payments Network (CPN),” a collaborative group of financial institutions that use stablecoins to enable global movement and settlement of funds.

The company announced the network launch on Monday and said more than 20 financial institutions have already signed on. Circle listed companies such as remittance giant World Remit, Nigerian financial services firm Yellow Card, and crypto custody firm Fireblocks, as initial partners.

Large banks like Standard Chartered and Deutsche Bank will take on an advisory role, and more companies will be gradually added to the network.

CPN’s goal is to take advantage of the flexibility stablecoins offer to overcome current operational friction in cross-border payments. Circle says CPN will support remittances, invoice payments, treasury services, and payroll.

“Existing cross-border payments can be slow and expensive,” Circle said in an X post. “CPN is designed to bring efficiencies to the payments system. It is not just faster. It is programmable, secure, and always available.”

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TRUMP MEDIA TO LAUNCH ‘A SERIES’ OF ETFS IN NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH CRYPTO.COM

Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) announced Tuesday a collaboration with Crypto.com to introduce a series of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) under its Truth.Fi brand.

According to a new press release, the planned ETFs will focus on digital assets and securities, emphasizing a “Made in America” theme, marking TMTG’s entry into financial services.

The company stated that regulatory approval is still required, and the ETFs are expected to debut later this year.

Says TMTG CEO and Chairman Devin Nunes,

“This agreement is a major step forward in diversifying TMTG into financial services and digital assets. We’re gratified to work with great partners, Crypto.com and Yorkville America Digital, and look forward to bringing ETFs to the market for investors who believe both the American economy and digital assets are poised for tremendous growth.”

The partnership also includes Yorkville America Digital, an asset management firm specializing in ETFs and digital assets.

Crypto.com and Yorkville representatives both highlighted the growth potential of this venture.

Says Kris Marszalek, Co-Founder and CEO of Crypto.com,

“Crypto.com is the leading platform to bridge crypto and traditional finance, and this agreement is a testament to those capabilities.

This partnership gives the Trump Media ETFs global distribution powered by the Crypto.com platform. It’s a win for Trump Media, Crypto.com, CRO, and Yorkville America Digital.”

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Gold Replaces Dollar as DXY Crashes and Global Shift Accelerates

Gold Replaces Dollar as DXY Crashes and Global Shift Accelerates

Taylor Kenny:  4-22-2025

Foreign governments are dumping dollars. The DXY is crashing. Gold is hitting all-time highs.

Taylor Kenney explains why we’re entering the most dangerous phase of a global financial reset—and what you can do before it’s too late.

 If you’re holding dollar-denominated assets, you need to see this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06mdHuuUhdI

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Afternoon 4-22-25

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BRICS: US & INDIA FINALIZE TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR NEW TRADE DEAL

Despite the tensions between the nation and the BRICS alliance, the US and India have reportedly finalized terms of reference for a new trade deal. Indeed, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer confirmed the major development amid US Vice President JD Vance’s visit to the country, according to a CNBC report.

Moreover, Greer noted that the United States and India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry have clearly laid out “a roadmap for the negotiations on reciprocal trade.” The major headway was confirmed as Vance traveled to India, meeting with President Narendra Modi on Monday.

US Vice President Meets With Indian President as New Trade Deal Takes Step Forward

Since the start of April, tensions between the United States and the BRICS alliance have been growing. Specifically, the country is inching closer toward a trade war with China. Indeed, amid a series of sweeping global tariffs, they levied an import duty that could reach heights of 245% on China.

However, that hasn’t stopped allies within the economic alliance from seeking a new agreement with the country. Indeed, the US and India have reportedly finalized the terms of reference for a new trade deal. The development was made as US Vice President JD Vance visited the nation, meeting with President Narendra Modi.

According to reports, the two sides have made “significant progress” towards a new trade deal. Both world leaders made note of their “continued efforts” to grow their collaboration. Moreover, they championed the need for a “mutually beneficial India-US bilateral trade agreement.”

During the initial arrival of US President Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariff plan, India was given a 26% reciprocal tariff. However, that was lessened when the administration announced a 90-day pause. Subseuqnlety, until it resumes, the nation is facing a 10% baseline tariff alongside all US trade partners.

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THE GREAT RESET JUST TOOK A MAJOR HIT

On the same day Pope Francis—known for his inclusive beliefs—passed away, another globalist fell: Klaus Schwab, the architect of the World Economic Forum's dystopian agenda, announced he was stepping down from the WEF board.

It marks the end of an era for Schwab, who championed radical wokeness, bug eating, mass vaccination campaigns, population control, and climate de-growth policies through what often resembled digital communism—social credit scores, central bank digital currencies, and many more China-like policies.

Meanwhile, cultural shifts across the Americas signal a rising movement toward traditional values, sending the WEF's ideological woke grip on governments, non-government organizations, corporations, the church, and society into disarray.

"Following my recent announcement, and as I enter my 88th year, I have decided to step down from the position of Chair and as a member of the Board of Trustees, with immediate effect," Schwab wrote in a statement.

Schwab stepped down as executive chairman one year ago, with former Norwegian Foreign Minister Borge Brende taking over daily operations. WEF said Vice Chairman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe was appointed board chairman in the interim and that a search committee for replacement had been appointed.

WEF stated:

"At a time when the world is undergoing rapid transformation, the need for inclusive dialogue to navigate complexity and shape the future has never been more critical. The Board of Trustees of the World Economic Forum underlines the importance of remaining steadfast in its mission and values as a facilitator of progress. Building on its trusted role, the Forum will continue to bring together leaders from all sectors and regions to exchange insights and foster collaboration."

Schwab’s resignation also comes three months after President Trump told globalist CEOs at the WEF’s 2025 Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, “America is back.” It also follows Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE initiative, which nuked USAID programs that funneled billions of taxpayer dollars into corrupt NGOs.

Last month, Eric Weinstein made some very interesting comments at ARC 2025, indicating:

"The post-World War II order has fallen. JD Vance has announced this - I personally think it's very important that the US treat its friends in Europe very very well and it should be done in a fashion that lets people know that the US will be there for the long haul. I am sure that that is in the cards, but we have to realize that we are waking up from a very long period of time which I've called the "Great Nap"..."

Did Trump's MAGA derail Schwab's 'Great Reset' plans?

Looks like it. But globalists will rebrand. So stay tuned.

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Economist’s “News and Views” Tuesday 4-22-2025

Gold Soars Past $3400 As Stocks Plummet | Mario Innecco

Liberty and Finance:  4-22-2025

Mario Innecco discusses the recent surge in gold prices, attributing it to ongoing global currency debasement and long-term inflationary policies by central banks.

 He highlights the accumulation of physical gold by sovereign nations and central banks as a signal of a potential monetary realignment, possibly involving gold's return to the global financial system.

Innecco also emphasizes the declining credibility of fiat currencies and the dollar index as misleading, noting that all fiat currencies are weakening relative to gold.

He suggests that the Dow-to-gold ratio could return to 1:1, reflecting a major shift in financial markets similar to past historical resets.

Finally, Innecco advises patience and continued accumulation of gold and silver, warning that pullbacks may be brief and sharp as fear eventually drives more investors into hard assets.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

0:00 Intro

1:09 $3400 gold

4:24 Dow/gold ratio

 7:30 Gold pullback coming?

13:00 Trump & the Fed

18:00 Dollar Index

19:30 Monetary realignment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeTKwSHtGqU

"The Real Price of Gold is $40.000..." - Rafi Farber | Gold Silver Price

Bullion News:  4-22-2025

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Gold Futures Break $3,500 In Overnight Trading

Arcadia Economics:  4-22-2025

The stunning Asian gold rally continued again last night, with the futures breaking the $3,500 level, and reaching as high as $3,509 before selling off into Tuesday morning trading.

Vince Lanci looks at the historic move, and digs into what the charts are suggesting as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uy5DYv7RdjI

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Morning 4-22-25

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PAUL ATKINS OFFICIALLY SWORN IN AS SEC CHAIR, SIGNALS SHIFT TO CRYPTO-FRIENDLY APPROACH

Paul Atkins was sworn in on Monday as the 34th Chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), marking a significant shift toward a more crypto-friendly regulatory stance.

Atkins’ appointment signals a departure from former Chair Gary Gensler’s aggressive enforcement strategy against digital asset firms. In his opening remarks, Atkins reaffirmed the SEC’s mission to promote capital formation, ensure fair markets, and protect investors.

He emphasized the need for clear and consistent regulation, stating that his experience in both public service and the private sector has shown him how regulatory uncertainty can stifle innovation.

Atkins To Exit Patomak Following SEC Appointment And Crypto Focus

Atkins, who founded Patomak Global Partners in 2009 to help develop digital asset standards, pledged to step down from his role at the firm within 90 days. His nomination passed narrowly, with 52 Republican votes in favor and 44 Democrats opposing.

Senator Elizabeth Warren had previously pressed Atkins to disclose Patomak’s advisory work with crypto companies, including ties to the collapsed FTX exchange.

During his Senate confirmation, Atkins criticized previous regulatory approaches as overly complex and politicized. He committed to leading the SEC with what he described as a “rational and principled” framework, aimed at fostering innovation rather than hindering it.

Atkins takes over from Gensler, whose tenure was marked by numerous lawsuits against crypto firms for alleged securities violations.

Since Gensler’s departure, acting Chair Mark Uyeda and Commissioner Hester Peirce have already moved to dismiss many of these cases and eased oversight on sectors like meme coins and crypto mining.

Known for his strong Wall Street connections, Atkins’ financial disclosures revealed investments of up to $5 million in digital asset firm Off the Chain Capital LLC. With a combined net worth of approximately $327 million, Atkins becomes one of the wealthiest SEC chairs in recent history.

As the SEC transitions under Atkins’ leadership, it faces a backlog of over 70 crypto-related ETF applications involving assets like Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, and MELANIA. Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas summed up the sentiment on X, saying, “Gonna be a wild year.”

SEC Changes Crypto Enforcement Strategy

Last month, the SEC officially ended its investigation into Australian-based crypto gaming firm Immutable, bringing a significant chapter in the company’s regulatory journey to a close.

The SEC’s move to close the Immutable case is part of a broader trend in its crypto enforcement strategy. In recent months, the agency has also dropped investigations into other major crypto firms, including OpenSea, Uniswap, Robinhood, and Gemini.

To enhance regulatory clarity, the SEC has also launched a crypto-focused task force led by Commissioner Hester Peirce.

Meanwhile, Ripple is nearing the end of its own legal battle with the SEC. A March 26 update confirmed Ripple will not pursue a counter-appeal after the SEC agreed to drop its appeal earlier this month.

The company will pay a reduced fine of $50 million, down from the initially proposed $125 million.

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ECB FLAGS RISK OF FINANCIAL CONTAGION FROM US CRYPTO PUSH

The ECB is calling for changes to MiCA, only months after the regulatory framework was implemented.

The European Central Bank (ECB) raised an alarm over potential fallout from aggressive US support for the crypto industry, warning that a surge in dollar-backed stablecoins could destabilize Europe’s financial system.

According to a policy paper seen by Politico, the ECB has asked for a revision of the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies just months after it came into effect.

The concern is that US reforms backed by President Donald Trump could flood European markets with dollar-denominated stablecoins.

The ECB fears this could trigger a flight of European capital into US assets, undermining EU financial sovereignty and exposing banks to liquidity risks.

ECB and European Commission clash over MiCA rules

While the ECB calls for tighter controls, the European Commission dismissed the warnings as exaggerated, per the report.

The report, citing two diplomats and one EU official, said that the existing MiCA framework is robust enough to manage stablecoin risks despite potential US policies like the Stablecoin Transparency and Accountability for a Better Ledger Economy (STABLE) and the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS), two bills aimed at expanding America’s crypto footprint.

“The Commission was quite clear that they had different views on this topic,” and “not very many (countries) supported the idea that we should now jump the gun and start making quick changes in (the rules) based on this alone,” one of the diplomats reportedly told Politico.

The stablecoin sector now commands a valuation of $234 billion, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

The ECB warned that European issuers could face redemption pressures from EU and foreign holders without stricter limits, potentially sparking a financial “run” and harming exposed institutions.

“The worry is warranted,” Mikko Ohtamaa, co-founder and CEO at Trading Strategy, said in a post on X. “However, the EU had the first mover advantage with the regulation and they screwed it up.”

Ohtamaa said no EU stablecoin is globally competitive due to MiCA’s restrictive rules, which are influenced by bank and legacy finance lobbying.

Tether remains a major critic of MiCA
Tether, the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, USDt (USDT), has long been a critic of the EU’s MiCA regulation.

Last year, Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino argued that MiCA’s requirements, particularly the mandate for stablecoin issuers to hold at least 60% of reserves in EU bank accounts, could introduce systemic risks to both stablecoins and the broader banking system.

Due to noncompliance with MiCA, USDT has faced delistings from major European exchanges, including Coinbase, Crypto.com and Kraken.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Monday Evening 4-21-25

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INCOMING SEC CHAIR TO WEIGH MORE THAN 70 CRYPTO ETF FILINGS—INCLUDING SOLANA AND XRP

Spot crypto ETFs are currently limited to Bitcoin and Ethereum in the U.S., but analysts expect new approvals this year.

▪️Incoming SEC Chair Paul Atkins will have more than 70 crypto ETF hopefuls to review when he begins in the role.

▪️Funds pegged to Dogecoin, Pengu, Solana, XRP, and the Melania meme coin are all in the mix.

▪️After punting on XRP ETFs in March, the agency can delay its final decision until mid-October.

Incoming SEC Chair Paul Atkins will have an avalanche of crypto-related applications to sift through when he officially takes control of the regulator.

Hopeful issuers now await feedback on 72 crypto-linked exchange-traded funds in the U.S., including requests to list options, according to Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas.

“Gonna be a wild year,” he said on X, formerly Twitter, on Monday, noting ETF hopefuls have positioned themselves to offer funds for assets ranging from Solana to the first lady’s meme coin.

Atkins was confirmed as U.S. President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission by a full Senate vote around two weeks ago. His swearing-in ceremony is expected to take place soon, marking an official start to the SEC’s push to regulate crypto collaboratively under new leadership.

Although Atkins was a proponent of deregulation during his previous stint at the SEC, analysts say the crypto-friendly veteran may have to make a few first-time calls, specifically when it comes to which cryptocurrencies can be approved for listings as commodity-based trusts.

Balchunas did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Decrypt.

Last year, the SEC approved spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs under former SEC Chair Gary Gensler. While the approvals represented a landmark moment for the crypto industry, it raised deeper questions about which cryptocurrencies should be regulated as commodities, and therefore be allowed to trade on Wall Street in a similar fashion to assets like gold.

In total, asset managers are looking for feedback on applications tied to 15 different cryptocurrencies beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. Those include applications centered on digital assets with large valuations like Solana, Dogecoin, and XRP—alongside relatively nascent ones like the Solana-based tokens Bonk, Pengu, and Official Trump.

Under Acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda, the agency has chipped away at some regulatory uncertainty. In February, the SEC said that it generally doesn’t consider meme coins to be securities, but it didn’t advise whether they were fitting for Wall Street wrappers.

For assets like XRP, the SEC won’t be forced to make a decision immediately after Atkins takes the reins at the agency. After punting on XRP ETFs in March, the agency can delay its final decision until mid-October.

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Source:  Decrypt

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BRICS: CHINA UNVEILS FIRST GOLD ATM: MELTS AND CONVERTS GOLD

BRICS member China has unveiled the world’s first Gold ATM that melts, tests, and converts gold into instant bank transfers. The ATM has already witnessed long queues of people trying to sell off their generational gold. Users need to book an appointment to use it, and according to early reports, appointment slots are full until as late as May.

The Gold ATM is operated by China’s Kinghood Group and is installed at a mall in Shanghai. The machine weighs, checks the quality, and analyses the Gold before dispensing the money equivalent to the price that was put in. The ATM is designed to accept gold items of over three grams with a purity of at least 50 percent.

“The introduction of smart gold ATMs primarily serves a recycling function from a business perspective. This reflects the fact that, with rising gold prices, the value of gold held by the public has increased significantly, leading to a stronger desire to cash out,” Wion quoted Xu Weixin, a member of the Shanghai Gold Association, as saying. “There is still strong upward momentum for gold, mainly driven by central banks and institutional investors accelerating their gold purchases.”

XAU/USD Surges to All-Time High as China Begins Using Gold ATM

Furthermore, the development from China also comes as Gold prices globally are skyrocketing. Indeed, the precious metal touched the historic milestone of $3,400 on Monday.

The XAU/USD index, which tracks the performance of the precious metal, showed the commodity surging 70 points, spiking more than 2% in the day’s trade. The Spot Gold prices have risen close to 30% year-to-date, generating stellar returns to investors.

Commodity traders who took an entry position this year are all enjoying profits as the metal is heading north. This is the highest the glittery metal has surged in the last four months since 2010.

The steady yet unending accumulation of gold, as well as China’s new Gold ATM, could send its prices higher by the end of 2025. Senior Bloomberg strategist Mike McGlone recently predicted that the metal could soon hit the $4,000 mark next.

 “We’re putting in a pretty good base now around $3,000,” McGlone said. “It’s going to head into $4,000, the question is time. Anything in between there is for the traders, which I used to do.”

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CARDANO FOUNDER SAYS BUTERIN’S NEW ETHEREUM PROPOSAL ‘MAKES SENSE’

A fleeting exchange on social media has drawn two of the crypto sector’s most prominent protocol architects into unexpected alignment. On Sunday, Cardano creator Charles Hoskinson replied to a technical blog post from Ethereum co‑founder Vitalik Buterin with a terse endorsement: “It makes sense, we are using RISC V with BitVMX. It’s the future.”

Buterin’s Latest Proposal For Ethereum

The comment was triggered by Buterin’s newly published “Long‑term L1 execution layer proposal” on the Ethereum Magicians forum, where he argues that Ethereum should abandon the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) in favour of the open‑source RISC‑V instruction‑set architecture.

In the proposal Buterin calls the idea “equally as ambitious as the beam‑chain effort is for the consensus layer,” contending that a RISC‑V transition would “greatly improve the efficiency of the Ethereum execution layer, resolving one of the primary scaling bottlenecks,” while also simplifying the core codebase. He stresses that the familiar account model and opcodes “would stay exactly the same,” explaining that opcodes such as SLOAD, SSTORE and CALL would be exposed to contracts as RISC‑V syscalls.

“Old‑style EVM contracts will continue to work and will be fully two‑way interoperable with new‑style RISC‑V contracts,” he adds, sketching implementation paths that range from a dual‑VM environment to a more radical interpreter‑based migration.

Buterin’s technical motivation centres on the cost of proving EVM execution inside zero‑knowledge circuits. He points to measurements from Succinct’s ZK‑EVM showing that four tasks—deserialising inputs, initialising the witness database, computing state roots and executing blocks—consume the bulk of prover cycles.

The last of those, block execution, alone accounts for roughly half of total proving time. “Some numbers suggest that in limited cases, this could give efficiency gains over 100 ×,” Buterin writes, suggesting that direct access to a RISC‑V virtual machine could eliminate the overhead of compiling the EVM into RISC‑V for ZK proof generation. He argues that even if pre‑compiles become the new bottleneck, the shift would still produce “very significant” performance wins.

Cardano’s Use Of RISC‑V

Hoskinson’s swift assent carries weight because Cardano has been building around the same architecture. The network’s extended UTxO model is now being paired with BitVMX FORCE, a collaborative effort designed to let Cardano dApps tap into Bitcoin’s liquidity and decentralised‑finance activity.

BitVMX emulates a general‑purpose CPU for Bitcoin using RISC‑V, which in turn lets Cardano’s domain‑specific languages—Plutus and the low‑level Aiken—compile contracts that run seamlessly on either chain. By adopting the same instruction set for its off‑chain circuits,

Cardano hopes to render zero‑knowledge proofs more efficient and to facilitate cross‑chain functionality without resorting to trusted bridges.

RISC‑V’s appeal is two‑fold. As an open specification it avoids licensing constraints while offering implementers freedom to add extensions; at the same time, it’s simple, orthogonal design is friendlier to zero‑knowledge proof systems than the EVM’s eclectic opcode catalogue or Bitcoin’s austere script. 

Hoskinson’s “It’s the future” therefore describes not merely Cardano’s roadmap but a growing industry trend, now echoed inside Ethereum’s own research circles.

Whether Ethereum’s highly conservative core‑dev process will embrace Buterin’s proposal remains uncertain. The Beacon‑chain merge, the Cancun/Deneb upgrade and the push toward statelessness already crowd the execution‑layer agenda.

Yet the fact that both a UTXO‑based competitor and the originator of account‑based smart contracts now cite RISC‑V as the optimal long‑term target suggests that the argument will not dissipate quickly. As Buterin concludes, stripping the base layer to “well within” ten thousand lines of code may require “this kind of radical change.”

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Source:  Bitcoinist

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SOUTH KOREA'S CENTRAL BANK VOWS TO 'ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE' IN STABLECOIN LEGISLATION DEVELOPMENT

▪️The Bank of Korea said it will actively participate in developing stablecoin regulations to prevent potential risk to monetary and financial stability.

▪️The country is working on the second part of its crypto legislation, which is set to focus on stablecoins and transparency requirements for crypto services.

The Bank of Korea said it will "actively participate" in the country's efforts to build a regulatory framework for stablecoins in order to mitigate potential monetary and financial risks.

"Unlike general virtual assets, stablecoins inherently possess characteristics of a payment measure," the BOK said in a payment systems report on Monday. "If their usage expands, they could … undermine the effectiveness of monetary policies."

The central bank also pointed out that stablecoins could transmit risks from crypto-related crises to the traditional financial market, threatening financial stability and the integrity of payment and settlement systems.

"The [Bank of Korea] intends to present its views on the desirable direction of stablecoin regulation from a central bank perspective," the bank said.

South Korea is currently developing a follow-up legal framework to its inaugural crypto law, which took effect in July 2024 and focuses heavily on protecting crypto investors by setting stricter requirements for exchanges.

The second bill is set to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins and provide clearer classifications for crypto service providers, along with rules for more transparent token listings and disclosures, the BOK said in its report.

South Korea's Financial Services Commission previously announced that it would start drafting the legislation in the second half of this year.

The BOK report suggested that the country had 18.25 million crypto investors as of December 2024, which is more than 35% of its current total population. The top five exchanges in South Korea see an average daily trading volume of around $12.1 billion.

In a parallel effort, the BOK is testing its central bank digital currency with participation from citizens, retail shops and local banks to determine its commercial feasibility. Local news outlets reported that the central bank's planned second-stage trial, set for October, will explore peer-to-peer transfers of the CBDC.

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Source:  The Block

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The Most Dangerous Trade in the World Is Unraveling – Bert Dohmen

The Most Dangerous Trade in the World Is Unraveling – Bert Dohmen

Kitco News:  4-19-2025

Global markets are flashing warning signs as credit spreads widen, gold hits new record highs, and political pressure mounts on central banks.

With the European Central Bank cutting rates to 2.25% and Trump attacking Fed Chair Jerome Powell over rate policy, the battle between inflation, growth, and monetary control is intensifying.

 In this Kitco News interview, Bert Dohmen, founder of Dohmen Capital and author of the Wellington Letter, joins Jeremy Szafron to dissect the critical forces reshaping today’s markets.

From the hidden dangers of the basis trade to growing cracks in credit markets, Dohmen outlines why the system is under stress—and where smart money is moving next.

He also explains why the Fed is “boxed in,” why gold miners remain undervalued despite gold’s surge to $3,370, and what capital flight signals about confidence in traditional safe havens like Treasuries. Follow

00:00 Introduction

 01:25 Market Dynamics and Risks

01:46 The Basis Trade Explained

04:36 ECB vs. Fed: Diverging Policies

 05:47 Historical Perspectives on Interest Rates and Inflation

07:50 Credit Spreads and Market Signals

09:42 Gold and Market Liquidity

13:57 Equities and Market Health

21:34 Gold Miners and Investment Opportunities

 25:24 Long-Term Market Cycles and Predictions

32:28 Conclusion

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