Author name: Al Ingle

Senator Elizabeth Warren’s antagonism toward Subway over sandwich industry consolidation mirrors the SEC’s aggressive crackdown on crypto – both seem instances of overreach absent genuine threats. Competition and Decentralization: The Common Thread Persisting Alternatives in Market and Tech Senator Elizabeth Warren made headlines by demanding antitrust investigations into private equity firm Roark Capital’s proposed $10 […]

Unbridled Growth of Government The U.S. federal government, the largest organization in human history, has developed an insatiable appetite for expansion and power. As Joe Rogan said on his podcast, “the size of the US federal government is, it’s the biggest organization in the history of the world it’s there’s nothing there’s not even a

Nuclear Energy: The Key to a Resilient Electric Grid In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, the conversation around nuclear power is gaining momentum. With increasing concerns over climate change, the pursuit of stable, efficient energy sources has never been more critical. Nuclear energy stands out for its remarkable efficiency and consistency, contrasting sharply with the

TL;DR: Private currencies have a long history of filling gaps left by official money. Cryptocurrencies are the latest iteration, aiming to solve new problems like lack of trust and high fees. When Official Money Fell Short In early US history, shortages of British pounds and silver coins led settlers to use commodities and wampum as

As the horizon of the financial world expands with the advent of Bitcoin ETFs, it’s crucial for financial professionals to stay ahead of the curve. The landscape is evolving rapidly, with cryptocurrency becoming a pivotal part of global finance. This shift requires a responsibility to be well-informed and compliant, especially in light of recent regulatory

TL;DR: Binance agrees to pay $4.5 billion in fines over regulatory violations. Founder CZ steps down as CEO but avoids jail time. While a heavy blow, the outcome suggests crypto has become too systemically important to simply fail, whatever regulators throw at it. Rising from Regulatory Ashes Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by volume,

TL;DR: Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the ex-CEO of Binance, has shifted his focus to passive investing in the DeFi space following his resignation and guilty plea to U.S. criminal charges. He aims to be a minority token/shareholder in startups, particularly in blockchain, Web3, DeFi, AI, and biotech, while also considering roles as a coach or mentor

TL;DR: Major crypto exchange leaders like Binance’s CZ, Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong, and now Kraken are facing legal charges and heavy fines from U.S. regulators. This highlights a concerning pattern of stiff opposition from legacy institutions towards crypto innovation. However, a deeper analysis reveals the complex challenges of protecting consumers while enabling progress. Ultimately, cooperation and

TL;DR: DOJ has coordinated with other regulatory agencies in the US government to crack down on significant cryptocurrency enforcement actions to be announced today. DOJ’s Cryptocurrency Enforcement Actions The Department of Justice (DOJ) will announce “significant” cryptocurrency enforcement actions in a press conference today. Alongside the Attorney General, other top officials like the Treasury Secretary,

The ever-evolving concept of money has been a subject of intense debate across various fields. Recently, a significant discussion unfolded on Twitter, bringing together two different worlds: anthropology and economics. The central figures in this debate were anthropologist David Graeber and economist Nick Szabo, each championing a distinct viewpoint on the origins and nature of