U.S. stocks suffered a blow on August 1, losing $1.1 trillion in value after President Donald Trump reportedly fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Erika McEntarfer. The decision came hours after a disappointing July jobs report.
The already fragile balance of the global economy has just taken another hit. On August 1st, Donald Trump signed a decree imposing heavy tariffs on seventy countries, with enforcement scheduled for August 7th. This announcement immediately shook financial markets, amplifying tensions against a backdrop of global instability. Behind this trade offensive lies a clear protectionist strategy, with potentially massive consequences for international trade, diplomatic relations, and the economic trajectory in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve Board is confronting fresh turmoil as Adriana D. Kugler resigns during a critical period of political tension. Her departure comes as former President Donald Trump steps up efforts to influence the central bank’s operations.
Bitcoin hit a three-week low early Friday as investors reacted to Donald Trump’s sweeping executive order on trade tariffs, triggering a broader sell-off across stocks and crypto markets.
The standoff between Donald Trump and the Federal Reserve is intensifying. The president accuses the institution of sabotaging the economic recovery by refusing to lower interest rates quickly. Ahead of a decisive meeting and amid growing trade tensions, the Fed is under heavy fire. In an increasingly politicized environment, the central bank’s independence is being tested as markets scrutinize its every signal while the U.S. economic trajectory remains uncertain.
As cryptocurrencies reshape the global financial balance, the Trump administration reveals its strategic response. An anticipated report from the President’s Working Group on Digital Assets lays the groundwork for an explicit pro-crypto framework: innovation encouraged, regulation strengthened. This ambitious plan aims to propel the United States to the forefront of the technological race while asserting its economic sovereignty against the rise of rival actors.
The European Union and Donald Trump have just concluded a historic but controversial agreement. The stated objective: to redefine transatlantic trade. But behind the official announcement, the entire European economy is shaking. All the details in the following paragraphs!
Trump wants to launch his Bitcoin ETF via Truth Social, the SEC hesitates, and the Democrats scream: regulation or crypto blessing for a former president who knows how to inflate his tokens?
In the face of the fragilization of the global monetary system and the contested dominance of the dollar, the BRICS are moving discreetly but surely towards a strategic alternative: a common currency backed by sovereign digital infrastructures. Driven by a now-expanded and economically influential bloc, this initiative aims to reshape the global monetary balance. As the instability of fiat currencies worsens, the emergence of such a project raises questions for markets, institutions, and observers: is this a strong signal towards a new multipolar economic order?
As global trade lines are redrawn under geopolitical pressure, Donald Trump reveals his cards. Before a meeting in Scotland with Ursula von der Leyen, the American president warns: no customs tariff lower than 15% will be granted to the European Union. This firm stance, with direct repercussions on transatlantic flows, could also impact strategic sectors such as digital and blockchain. Behind this maneuver lies an economic showdown between two opposing views of commercial sovereignty.
When Trump plays the central banker by launching his own crypto, Warren sounds the alarm: regulate, yes. Offer a safe haven for billionaires, no. To be continued under the gilding...
In response to the increase in customs duties decreed by Donald Trump, 30% on European imports starting August 1st, Brussels is deploying heavy artillery. The Commission has approved a counter-tariff attack of 93 billion euros, targeting strategic American sectors. An economic escalation is unfolding between two major blocs, against a backdrop of political tensions and fragile global trade.
Brussels holds its breath. As August 1st approaches, the trade dispute with Washington slides into strategic confrontation. In the face of the threat of a 30% surcharge on European imports, Paris and Berlin demand a firm response. Their goal: to push the EU to activate, for the first time, the anti-coercion instrument.
The Trump administration unveiled its plan to make the United States the "global capital" of AI. This strategy removes environmental constraints and diversity policies that governed the sector. But does this race for technological supremacy not hide deeper geopolitical stakes?
As emerging powers strengthen their economic cooperation, Donald Trump reignites tensions by directly targeting the BRICS bloc. His tariff threats and offensive remarks aim at much more than just an alliance: they target the hegemony of the dollar, the future of multilateral policies, and ambitions surrounding digital currencies. This position, both political and economic, could reshape international trade and impact the already fragile balances between the Western sphere and the alternative strategies of emerging markets.
Trump Media surprises with an unprecedented bet: converting 2 billion dollars of its cash reserves into bitcoin. A risky or visionary strategy? Discover how the company is preparing for its Web3 revolution and what this means for the future of cryptocurrencies.
Tether, once allergic to regulation, now bows to Washington. Opportunism? Late awakening? Crypto is opening a highway... but watch out for the toll!
July 18, 2025, will remain a key date for the crypto ecosystem. XRP set a new historical record at $3.65, surpassing its 2018 high. However, beyond this spike, a shift in regulatory era is beginning. By signing the Genius Act, President Donald Trump sends a clear signal: the United States intends to frame, not hinder, crypto innovation. This political recognition has immediately catalyzed momentum around Ripple, placing XRP at the heart of the financial and institutional dynamics of the sector.
When Trump regulates cryptos and legalizes his own stablecoins, it smells like a full-on electoral strategy. But who will oversee the genius of the GENIUS Act? Not the children, apparently.
After years of uncertainty and tug-of-war between innovation and crypto regulation, the United States finally seems ready to define its course on the burning issue of crypto. On July 17, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) heralded a historic legislative turning point: the passage of the GENIUS Act in the House of Representatives. This ambitious text, now on its way to Donald Trump's desk for enactment, aims to lay the groundwork for clear, proactive, and decidedly future-oriented regulation. Behind the acronyms and well-rehearsed speeches, a message is emerging: crypto is no longer a regulatory anomaly but a strategic lever for the American economy.
The White House is preparing to open a new chapter in the integration of cryptocurrencies into the savings of American households. President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order allowing, for the first time, 401(k) retirement plans to include bitcoin, gold, and private equity among their investment options. A decision that could eventually create a massive influx of liquidity into the crypto market.
In Washington, crypto is taking shape: laws are being passed, Trump rejoices, and the Fed must put away its digital dreams. Regulation is turning into a soap opera with distinctly American twists.
The AI tokens TAO, NEAR, and ICP are experiencing a spectacular surge, fueled by the announcement of colossal investments in AI and energy. Google, Meta, and Donald Trump are giving new life to AI cryptos. Do these projects have the solid backing to sustain the trend?
Prices are rising in the United States, and it’s not a coincidence. Since Donald Trump's return to the White House, his aggressive trade policy is starting to weigh on the economy. The tariffs he has imposed are impacting household wallets, driving inflation up faster than expected.
Donald Trump has just avoided a major political setback by rallying dissenters from his own camp. Thanks to a direct intervention in the Oval Office, he is back on track for the adoption of the flagship laws of Crypto Week. However, internal tensions regarding central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) hint at a battle that is far from over.
Jerome Powell's term will expire in May 2026, and Donald Trump has already announced that he is considering three to four candidates to replace him. This crucial decision could radically transform American monetary policy and create shockwaves in global financial markets.
As he multiplies signals of firmness on the international stage, Donald Trump has imposed a 50-day ultimatum on Russia to end the war in Ukraine. This forceful statement, widely commented upon in diplomatic and military circles, has also triggered an unexpected upheaval in the financial markets. Bitcoin, particularly reactive to geopolitical tensions, began a rapid decline immediately following the announcement, reaching 116,000 dollars this morning. The climate of uncertainty created by this presidential warning fuels both political speculation and economic turbulence.
An explosive Bloomberg investigation accuses Binance and its co-founder Changpeng Zhao of supporting a stablecoin linked to Donald Trump. Named USD1 and issued by World Liberty Financial, this token has sparked numerous controversies. CZ denounces it as a "biased article" and is considering legal action for defamation. Such a case illustrates the growing tensions between political power, financial regulation, and crypto influence.
While traditional markets struggle to gain momentum, bitcoin reaches a new all-time high. Fueled by a wave of regulatory optimism in Washington, the crypto sphere is excited. This surge is not just a simple technical rebound or an isolated influx of capital. It coincides with a major political turning point: the House of Representatives is set to review a set of laws that could reshape the contours of the crypto sector in the United States. The market is anticipating, and prices are soaring.
Trump slams the door on the G7 and brings out his tariff weapons. Canada suffers, the economy wavers, and copper prices soar. What is the star chef of protectionism really cooking up?