Germany is on the brink of recession after growth slowed to zero in the last quarter. The economy is being dragged down by a seismic slump in car manufacturing. The Tesla effect – and the shift to electric vehicles – is leaving Germany in dire straits. Germany’s economy is on the verge of recession as its once-illustrious car making industry falters. It’s no stretch to say that Tesla has disrupted the very backbone of Europe’s largest economy. A German engineer put it best when he called Tesla an ‘existential threat’…
Day: February 23, 2020
Will Bitcoin Lose Momentum as Authorities Start to Gain Control of COVID-19?
‘Not Out of the Woods Just Yet’ Caution Experts with COVID-19 Source: StockCharts BTCUSD Pricing February 20, 2020 The recent momentum driving BTC prices in 2020 seems to have slowed somewhat over the past several trading sessions. This is indicated by successive red candlesticks reflecting a downturn in Bitcoin demand. 2020 heralded a new dawn for Bitcoin, as wave after wave of bullish sentiment continues to propel the world’s premier cryptocurrency to new short-term highs. Bitcoin’s dramatic gains for the year to date are notable. From under $7,000 per unit…
DHS Whistleblower Dead Ahead of Plan to Expose National Security Corruption
Philip Haney’s mysterious death has caused a new wave of conspiracy theories to surface. Haney’s alleged suicide came just weeks before he was reportedly planning to publish another book exposing shortcomings within the Obama administration. Very few details about Haney’s death have been released. The untimely death of Philip Haney over the weekend has created another storm of political conspiracy theories. Haney gained notoriety in 2016 when he came forward as a whistleblower while working at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Haney had been missing since Feb. 19 and…
How Science Says Coronavirus Could Help Reelect Trump
As the deadly coronavirus continues to spread and claim more lives, it’s wreaking havoc on China’s economy. But its effects could be more far reaching than economics. Coronavirus could be a factor in helping to reelect Donald Trump in 2020. Studies show fear of germs and disease makes people more conservative, while regions plagued by pathogens have more authoritarian governments. Coronavirus continues to spread at an alarming pace. While cases tripled in South Korea Saturday, outbreaks struck in Singapore, Italy, Iran, and Canada. Further, a U.S. outbreak could be next.…
Crypto Appears on The Simpsons Where Jim Parsons Explains it’s ‘Cash of the Future’
One of the latest episode of “The Simpsons” aired has just aired featuring Jim Parsons of Big Bang Theory appearing as a guest star to explain cryptocurrencies and how a blockchain works. In the song and dance predicts cryptocurrency to be the future money, the animated ledger states: “Each day I’m closer, to being the cash of the future. Not in your wallet, I’m in your computer! At the end of Jim’s talk, there is a subliminal message on screen. It further explains how cryptocurrencies work, part of which says: …
Crypto Appears on The Simpsons Where Jim Parsons Explains it’s ‘Cash of the Future’
One of the latest episode of “The Simpsons” aired has just aired featuring Jim Parsons of Big Bang Theory appearing as a guest star to explain cryptocurrencies and how a blockchain works. In the song and dance predicts cryptocurrency to be the future money, the animated ledger states: “Each day I’m closer, to being the cash of the future. Not in your wallet, I’m in your computer! At the end of Jim’s talk, there is a subliminal message on screen. It further explains how cryptocurrencies work, part of which says: …
Decentralization Philosophy – Does Crypto Still Need Catalysts?
Credits for LTB#428 – Decentralization Philosophy (Part 2) This episode of Let’s Talk Bitcoin! is sponsored by Brave.com and eToro.com. This episode featured Stephanie Murphy, Andreas M. Antonopoulos, Jonathan Mohan and Adam B. Levine for a hot minute. Today’s episode was produced by Adam B. Levine, edited by Jonas with music provided by Jared Rubens, From Ether Music and general fuzz. Would you like to Sponsor a future episode of the Let’s Talk Bitcoin! show? Do you have any questions or comments? Email adam@ltbshow.com Source
AOC Is Hopelessly Naive About Our Political System and “Rich Men”
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez attacked America’s political system on ABC’s “The View” this week. But her accusations aren’t new. She made the usual complaints: The political system is against women, low income earners, people of color, and also young people. But the U.S. political system is great for these individuals. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez recently made her typical litany of complaints against the United States. She told the audience on ABC’s “The View” that: Our political system is not designed for people like us. They’re not designed for working people to…
Obsidian’s Grounded Steam Page Goes Live, Details Early Access Plans
Upcoming survival game, Grounded, now has a page on Valve’s Steam digital storefront. The listing details Obsidian Entertainment’s Early Access plans and the developer’s desire to “build a better game” thanks to community feedback. A full release of Grounded is speculatively planned for 2021. Obsidian Entertainment’s upcoming Honey I Shrunk The Kids-inspired co-op survival game, Grounded, now has a dedicated Steam page. Source: Obsidian Entertainment Grounded Now Listed On Steam The new Steam page offers insight into Grounded’s Early Access journey. It also details what players should expect from the…
Digital Money Foundation Laid, Blockchain In Banking Years Away
A recent report by a Major United States bank JP Morgan Chase suggested that current blockchain developments are lying down the foundation for digital money, but adoption is still years away. A report published by JP Morgan on Feb. 21 suggests that the finance industry is moving beyond blockchain technology. Blockchain in banking still years away Per the paper, the groundwork for mainstream adoption of blockchain, fast payments and digital currencies is already in place. According to JP Morgan, the adoption of blockchain in banking is three to five years…