Impact Money Show: Special New Years Edition

January 2, 2025

Opening: “Good morning and afternoon, depending on what side of the world you’re on. Welcome to a special extended edition of the Impact Money Show. Very good to see everybody. We are diving deep into the events, economic trends, and technological advancements that are defining the beginning of twenty twenty-five. This is going to be an important show.”

Global Overview:

• Terrorism and Security: The year began tragically with a terror attack in New Orleans where a vehicle mowed down pedestrians on Bourbon Street, killing at least fifteen. The FBI, finding weapons and potential explosive devices in the vehicle along with an ISIS flag, suggests international terrorism. Similarly, in Las Vegas, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded near Trump Towers, causing one death and multiple injuries, also under FBI scrutiny for terrorism links.
• Political Shifts: Former President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of one hundred, remembered for his humanitarian work despite criticisms of his presidency. With Donald Trump back in office, there’s a policy shift, including challenging the TikTok ban in the Supreme Court and his administration’s public skirmishes with political figures.
• Natural Disasters: Hurricane Helene ravaged the American South, particularly Asheville, sparking debates on domestic versus international aid priorities.
• International Tensions: An Israeli airstrike in Beirut has heightened Middle Eastern tensions, while South Korea’s acting president was impeached, potentially leading to significant policy shifts in Asia.

Technology and Social Media:

• Platform X (formerly Twitter): This platform is central to debates about free speech due to its content moderation policies. The removal of blue checks from users with certain political stances and the deletion of accounts linked to movements like the Grouper movement highlight the complexities of balancing open discourse with the need to prevent harm.
• AI Investments: XAI received a $6 billion investment from giants like BlackRock and Nvidia, showcasing confidence in AI’s future, though unrelated directly to X’s governance, it raises questions about influence on platform policies.

Financial Markets:

• Cryptocurrency: Bitcoin is climbing above $96,500, buoyed by institutional investment, regulatory optimism under Trump, and anticipation of the Bitcoin halving. Predictions range from $150,000 to $500,000 by late 2025. Other cryptocurrencies like Solana, Ethereum, and Cardano are also gaining traction.
• Stock Markets: Dow futures are up nearly 200 points, signaling recovery from year-end profit-taking, with optimism around Federal Reserve rate cuts. However, markets remain sensitive to geopolitical events and domestic policy.
• Commodities: Gold and silver are up, with investors seeking safe havens amidst global uncertainties. Oil prices have seen an uptick due to geopolitical tensions affecting supply.
• Currencies: The U.S. dollar has strengthened against the British pound, reflecting economic forecasts. The Japanese yen has slightly risen, possibly due to anticipated rate hikes by the Bank of Japan, affecting the carry trade.

Expert Insights:

• Technical Analysis: Matt Dixon joined to discuss market trends, particularly noting the thin Christmas trading period’s impact on market volatility. He predicted a correction in the S&P 500 before a push to new highs, and provided detailed analysis on Solana’s price movements, suggesting it as an indicator for broader market trends.
• Future Outlook: With Trump’s administration, there’s optimism for a major peace process in the Middle East, potentially stabilizing regions and influencing markets positively.

Closing Thoughts:

• Media Expansion: We are growing with upcoming expansions in TV broadcasting across multiple U.S. states, focusing on crypto-friendly and MAGA-supportive content.
• Personal Note: Bruce has had good luck trading over the holidays but emphasizes the importance of rest and strategic trading decisions.

Sign Off: “That’s it for today. I hope you guys are enjoying your holiday. We’ll be back streaming live again tomorrow. Cheers!”