It was bound to happen. Either via automation and services, or like it is now-via AI deployment. This is just mind blowing how multi-billion corporations allowed themselves to think that they can rely on SaaS forever. But not to worry, surely there're additional very specific niches where the AI either too limited, not suitable, or just too expensive/resource-heavy to run. Just another step in the technology evolution. Once someone figures out cost effective data storage, battery technology, or fusion based energy generation, on each one of those steps we'll have similar shake outs and technology induced panic. We'd better get used to it on the cycle basis. We'll just need to figure out the each cycle duration. My guess is they'll have geometric progression.
*The Brutal Reality of the European vulnerability.* The EU gathered in an extraordinary round of meetings this week to address what is essentially every policymaker's nightmare: Iran tightening control over the Strait of Hormuz. This is the narrow choke point through which a massive chunk of the international oil supply flows. The Strait of Hormuz isn't just a regional issue. It carries roughly a fifth of global oil supply, which makes it less of a "just another Middle Eastern conflict" and more of a global pressure valve. When that artery gets squeezed, Europe doesn't just get nervous, it starts checking the thermostat and the inflation charts at the same time. After that meeting (and as it was expected) the EU (once again) finds itself in its classic position: economically vulnerab
It's not that surreal to believe that this move was an artificial market manipulation by a few big players. Just the right timing when you're in the room with the right people following a couple of big announcements and events could produce this effect. If one whale moves his assets the market can feel it. If there's a couple more like this the market could crash easily, with the ripple effect.
U.S. Stocks See Biggest Intraday Selloff Since April as Nvidia-Inspired Rebound Falters. Here’s What Investors Need to Know
It's all good and dandy but the "real money" aren't such a great thing to accumulate wealth in either. Example, where I live, properties have been a huge investment market. For the seventh year straight they possess nothing but risks, damage and insurance losses, ever increasing taxes, regulatory pressure, and expenses. And they're considered to be a better way to preserve your money than the cash itself. Now, the cash itself is devaluing so fast that in NZ and OZ local dollar have become almost a joke. They devalued by almost 30-40% in the past decade. So whether you like crypto or not, it's easy to invest into, easy to move, has a huge border free market, and enormous capitalization. Use cold wallets, store your passphrases in the super safe places, don't use dodgy smart contracts, monit
Stablecoins are a shaky proposition for investors: Here's what you need to know
This so-called 'safer' cryptocurrency offers some advantages to investors. But can you trust the providers?Bitcoin, ethereum and stablecoin USDT are promoted at a cryptocurrency store in Hong Kong.Even if we use stablecoins to buy everything from toothpaste to homes, these digital dollars carry big risks.Stablecoin, the purportedly "safer" version of cryptocurrency, is having its moment. On the heels of the GENIUS Act, which Congress passed last July, the value of all stablecoins is now more than $300 billion - roughly 7% of all crypto in circulation.Because stablecoins now have a rough regulatory framework and crypto is in a hot phase, it's no surprise that investors are taking a hard look at this relatively new form of crypto investing. Unlike standard cryptocurrencies like bitcoin or ethereum , stablecoin values are tied to the U.S. dollar DXY, favored by the current administration in Washington and traditional parts of the financial sector.Stablecoins may prove to be different, bu
Probably when Trump is gone there will be another market shake up. And if the USA is weakened by then, all Apple's government contracts and dependency on the protectionist system could hit them hard. If China keeps its technology pace Apple could find themselves in a double whammy by 2030. It's all speculation but they're certainly not as attractive and innovative as they used to be.
The Beginning. $Apple(AAPL)$ began as a modest startup in a California garage in 1976, founded by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, who sought to make computers accessible and user-friendly for everyday people. It was a singular vision realized with the Apple I and (especially) the Apple II, that fueled the company’s early exponential growth. Critical Products. Over decades, AAPL redefined consumer electronics through relentless innovation, introducing groundbreaking products like the: Macintosh. iPod. iPhone. iPad. The blending of sleek design with powerful technology, created a loyal global customer base. From its humble origins, Apple’s dedication to intuitive, integrated products and evocative marketing propelled it to become the world’s first com
Trump is a bad news, always. And there will be no liquidity with his tariffs juggling. Until he is backed up by fanatics tariffs are here to stay. He's essentially a cult leader, whether you like it or not.
It looks like an internal sabotage of the country's own economy, with all due respect. Of course, those who are close to the "King" will benefit the most from it.
The Shutdown. With the US government shutdown officially taking effect from 01 Oct 2025, US central bank’s job just got a tad more difficult to manage during these ‘challenging’ times. Wall Street is still expecting 2 more interest cuts for 2025. Given the current impasse, is this even possible ? What’s Known So Far. For week ending 04 Oct 2025, there were 5 reports out, despite shutdown. They were : Jobs opening and labour turnover surveys (JOLTs). Consumer confidence. ADP non-payroll employment. S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI. S&P Global Final Services PMI. Jobs opening and Labour turnover surveys. US job openings increased marginally in August 2025 while hiring declined, consistent with lackluster labor market conditions that could allow the Fed to cut interest rates again this
Will it ever stop? I don't think so, because we will need more of it very soon. And because it's so difficult to mine (generate) using current algorithms, wait until they'll get an upgrade. It'll push the Bitcoin prices even further.
Bitcoin Hits All-Time High Above $125,000
Bitcoin broke through $123,000, with the current price at $123,781, a 1.6% increase;Ethereum broke through $4,500, with the current price at $4,528.