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The United States and Ukraine are preparing to sign a new Minerals deal, sources tell Reuters. Following a controversial Oval Office meeting between US President Donald Trump, VP JD Vance, and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump is reportedly telling his advisors that they should announce the deal Tuesday evening. JUST IN: US and Ukraine to sign minerals deal. — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) March 4, 2025 Trump and Zelensky’s White House interaction has taken the world by storm as the dirty laundry was washed in public. The war of words turned cinema as both leaders indulged in sharp criticism. In the aftermath of the meeting, the minerals deal, which Zelensky visited the US for, was rejected by Trump. However, the Ukrainian President shortly after said that he was open to signing the deal if the US moves forward. Now, it appears the deal will go through. Also Read: BRICS: Brazil Reiterates Need to End US Dollar, Will 150% Tariffs Follow? The proposed agreement represent...

Donald Trump has once again struck the market with a fresh spree of tariffs. The US president has levied 25% tariffs on the European Union, followed by deploying an additional 10% tariffs on China. Minutes after the aforementioned tariff announcement, the cryptocurrency market felt the aftereffects of it, with Bitcoin plunging below $80K price levels. Are Trump’s tariff spree ideations spelling trouble for the US economy? Let’s find out. Also Read: US Car Dealership Officially Accepts Pi Coin as New Payment Option Trump’s Tariff Strategy: A Blunder or a Boon? Source: LA Times Donald Trump is currently on an aggressive tariff spree. The 47th US president is currently busy imposing tariffs on nations, levying 25% and 10% tariffs on imports from the EU and China, respectively. Trump’s tariff decision had a massive global effect, with markets tumbling down due to the rising trade war fears. At the same time, Trump has also levied taxes on Mexico and Canada, sparking issues for US auto...

With geopolitical tensions rising, there are two sides establishing themselves. The West, or more notably the United States, and the global south are poised to face off. With economic policy targeting the BRICS bloc, will US President Donald Trump dissuade Saudi Arabia from potentially joining the collective? The Middle Eastern nation has long been connected to the economic alliance. It was invited to join the group in 2023 in an invitation that it had accepted. However, it has since wavered on that and has continued internal discussions on whether or not to align with the group. Now, the question is, has Trump given the nation enough of a reason to steer clear? Also Read: BRICS: Trump Tariff to Trigger Economic Crisis and Diplomatic Disputes? Is Trump Ensuring Saudi Arabia Stays Away From BRICS? There is no denying that geopolitical tensions are reaching a fever pitch. US President Donald Trump has enacted tariffs on a host of nations. Although some have been delayed, he has not spare...

There is no shortage of geopolitical tensions brewing amid the inauguration of the newest US president. However, those issues appear no closer to a resolution. Indeed, US President Donald Trump is reportedly set to issue reciprocal tariffs, according to a Reuters report. Specifically, the Western nation is set to impose additional import taxes to match those that are imposed by other nations. The decision continues a potential cycle of retaliation stemming from the 25% tariff issued by the new administration last week. To this point, the country has tariffed China, Mexico, and Canada while delaying the tax on the latter two. JUST IN: President Trump to issue reciprocal tariffs to match those imposed by other countries. — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) February 7, 2025 Also Read: BRICS: Trump Tariff to Trigger Economic Crisis and Diplomatic Disputes? Donald Trump to Announce New Tariffs This Week During his campaign for reelection, Donald Trump was firm in his belief in the institution of...

The collapse of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange in 2022 remains one of the significant moments in the digital assets space, considering its impact on assets such as Bitcoin (BTC). Notably, several involved parties have been found liable for the collapse, with founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried taking the greatest responsibility. He was found liable for fraud and other charges related to the platform’s downfall. His sentencing on March 28, 2024, coincided with a period when Bitcoin was taking off, hitting a new record high driven by general market optimism regarding the possibility of institutional capital inflow through spot exchange-traded funds (ETF). Picks for you SONEX launches on Soneium’s mainnet  36 mins ago Bracket DeFi ...

Over teh last two years, the BRICS economic alliance has sought to lessen its reliance on the US dollar. Although the previous Biden administration had been content with this going unchecked, that changed drastically with a new President. Yet, his challenge has drawn some criticism. Specifically, amid BRICS opposition, economists have warned that Donald Trump’s 100% tariff threats could be the most effective de-dollarization plan. Prior to his inauguration this week, Trump noted he was looking to retaliate against efforts to lessen the international prominence of the US dollar. “If BRICS nations want to do that, that’s okay,” he said. “But we’re going to put at least a 100% tariff on the business they do in the United States.” Yet, experts have warned that could come with dire ramifications. Source: Reuters / Kevin Lamarque / Pool Also Read: BRICS: China Breaks Silence on US Tensions, Trump Tariff Threat Trump Could Be Greatest Force for De-Doll...

In a recent announcement, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the launch of a brand new crypto task force. Specifically, the agency is set to develop “a comprehensive and clear regulatory framework for crypto assets,” according to a recently released press release. The announcement is part of the expected changes to come from the incoming administration. With Donald Trump officially inaugurated into office Monday, he announced the appointment of Mark Uyeda as acting chair of the agency. His presence comes following former Chair Gary Gensler’s resignation this week. JUST IN: SEC launches new crypto task force to develop "comprehensive and clear regulatory framework for crypto assets." — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) January 21, 2025 Also Read: Donald Trump to Designate Cryptocurrency as a National Priority SEC Launching Crypto Task Force to Develop New Regulatory Framework For the last several years, the SEC has developed a rather contentious relati...

In a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago Tuesday, US President-elect Donald Trump said that his administration “will cut taxes, slash regulations, raise wages and boost incomes at a pace the world has not seen before.” The incoming President has introduced several new policies in his economic plan, all of which will supposedly rescue the country’s economy. JUST IN: President-elect Trump says "we will cut taxes, slash regulations, raise wages and boost incomes at a pace the world has not seen before." pic.twitter.com/lPBOz6g476 — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) January 7, 2025 Trump’s plans for the economy are very ambitious, proposing several tax cuts and new tariffs. Republican policymakers are focused on extended tax cuts that benefit ordinary Americans. Donald Trump has also promised new tax cuts for people above 60. In addition, he plans to release a road map that includes new funding for border security, a top priority under his recent campaign. As a candidate, ...

A top crypto strategist thinks the digital asset market is in a position to witness a bullish continuation even as Bitcoin (BTC) trades below $100,000. Pseudonymous analyst The Flow Horse tells his 251,400 followers on the social media platform X that he believes the doors are open for Bitcoin and altcoins to spark surges. “The window of opportunity is between now and the second week of January for things to pop.” The analyst’s outlook stems from the idea that traders believe the incoming Donald Trump presidential administration will be incredibly bullish for crypto. Trump has signaled that under his administration, the US government’s anti-crypto agenda would end, and he has even suggested a Bitcoin treasury to help get the country’s finances in order. But the analyst highlights that his predicted window for crypto rallies will close just days before Trump’s inauguration. He argues that traders will likely be in for a rude awakening after...

The Bitcoin price has plunged 3% in the last 24 hours to trade at $104,193 as of 3:05 a.m. EST on a 12% jump in trading volume to $95 billion. This plunge in the Bitcoin price comes as MicroStrategy co-founder and executive chairman Michael Saylor says that the incoming president, Donald Trump, is serious about setting up a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Michael Saylor just says, “I think Trump is serious about a National #Bitcoin Reserve.” IT’S HAPPENING!!! 🚀pic.twitter.com/8xqnykmSss — Vivek⚡️ (@Vivek4real_) December 16, 2024 Saylor added that all the capital outside the US and all the 20th-century antiquated capital is going to flow into digital assets and the Bitcoin network. “The logical thing for the US is to buy it now and own the future,” he said. Bitcoin Price Slumps Along The Parabolic Curve Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at $ 103,976,  reflecting a  2.03% decline or a drop of $ 2,155 points from th...

The Bitcoin price has edged up 0.2% in the last 24 hours to trade at $98,568 as of 9:30 p.m. EST on a 26% drop in trading volume to $89 billion. This modest increase comes after US President-elect Donald Trump nominated hedge fund manager and cryptocurrency advocate Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary. 🚨BREAKING: President Trump has announced that the CEO and Founder of Key Square Capital Management, Scott Bessent is the Treasury Secretary. Congratulations!!! pic.twitter.com/aSB8fyNVFd — AJ Huber (@Huberton) November 23, 2024 If approved by the Senate, Bessent, a vocal supporter of the digital currency ecosystem, will have his signature on US dollar bills. Bitcoin Price Nears $100K Milestone – Can The Bulls Sustain The Momentum? The Bitcoin (BTC/USDT) pair shows a strong bullish trend. According to data from GeckoTerminal, an inverted head-and-shoulders pattern formed between July and September, signaling a reversal from bearish to bullish momentum. This pat...

In a new turn of events, the US dollar is surging at a rapid pace, with gold (AUX) dropping to its lowest levels since September 2023. The yellow metal is trading at $2618, slowly recovering from the slump and push that it had faced after the dollar resurfaced back on the radar. Also Read: XRP Forecasted To Reach $3, Here’s When US Dollar Surges As Gold Dips: What’s Happening Image Source: Watcher Guru The US dollar has trampled gold in a recent value surge. The recent administration change in the US is further driving the greenback rally, helping it claim new ascents. The Trump administration has made its stance clear about the American currency, adding how it will be prioritizing the USD and may impose a stricter policy change to curb de-dollarization initiatives. Trump has vowed to hit back at nations that have expressed their desire to ditch the US dollar. In one of his interviews, the president-elect made his opinion known to the world, adding that he would impose taxes on na...

BlackRock’s iShares Spot Bitcoin ETF has exceeded its iShares Gold Trust in assets under management. The IBIT Bitcoin trust has reached $33.1 billion, with the recent US election being a catalyst for investor inflows and Bitcoin prices. JUST IN: BlackRock's #Bitcoin ETF is now larger than its Gold ETF. — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) November 8, 2024 On election night in the US, Bitcoin climbed to a new all-time high as the voting returns favored Donald Trump. The former President and new president-elect has been open about his support for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, calling himself the “crypto president.” As a result of the newfound hype around Bitcoin in November, interest in the asset and other cryptocurrencies has risen. While Gold (XAU/USD) has also recently seen an all-time high, Bitcoin quickly eclipsed it as one of the most popular non-fiat assets in the world. BlackRock’s ETFs display this change, as its Spot Bitcoin ETF has now surpassed its Gold...

Political meme coins surged over 14% in the last 24 hours after Donald Trump extended his lead over Kamala Harris by more than 2 percentage points on Polymarket. As the odds of Trump winning November’s presidential election rise, Trump-themed tokens, including MAGA SHIBA (MAGASHIB) and MAGA DOGE (MAGADOGE), have soared, with MAGASHIB leading the surge in political meme coins with a 207% pump. MAGA Pepe (MAPE) and MAGA DOGE (MAGADOGE) surged 72% and 67%, respectively.  Donald Trump-Themed Tokens Surge As Election Odds Rise On Kalshi And PredictIt Trump’s odds of becoming president stood at 56.2% as of 3:40 a.m. EST, while bettors see a 43.3% chance of Harris taking the White House. In addition to the rising odds on Polymarket, Trump’s lead on other betting platforms increased as well. Kalshi , the prediction market that just recently won permission to list contracts based on US elections, shows that Trump has a 4% lead over Harris, with his odds standing a...