Can You Pass This Test?
From the classroom to the Capitol, we've seen how power and authority put us to the test, attempting to reshape our identities and deceive us by valuing ourselves based on some pointless scorecards.
Whether it’s pointless high school quizzes, uneventful college degrees, or pointless mandatory company training…
These “tests” often miss what truly matters to our goals and certainly shouldn't define our worth. They overlook the valuable lessons we learn from real-life experiences.
In this issue, we'll explore President Trump's first week—packed with executive orders that have shaken up sectors like tech, finance, and social issues. While every order has its significance, much like college degrees, I’m more focused on uncovering the real opportunities these changes could offer to the financial markets and your finances.
Today’s Agenda
Brain Rot 🧠
Trump’s (most important) Executive Orders 📝
WTF is going on with Crypto?! 😱
🧠 Brain Rot
A term used to describe the perceived decline of a person's mental or intellectual state. It's often used to describe the negative effects of consuming large amounts of low-quality online content.
Oxford’s choice of ‘brain rot’ as the Word of the Year—meant to spotlight our obsession with low-quality online content—might be more of a cultural joke, especially to those of us who’ve lost sleep to late-night TikTok binges. Honestly, I was right there freaking out with my nieces and nephews when TikTok went down, forcing us all to take a breath of fresh air outside.
Yet, there's a serious side to this. While it's true that studies suggest our attention spans might be shrinking, I think it is not that simple and not true in many scenarios. We still dive deep when something truly grabs us— binging Netflix series, watching every game of the season or can be disciplined enough to read my usually rather lengthy newsletter posts here.
Personally, I’ve learned in my journey, it is pretty simple whether someone consumes lengthier content or not: it does not resonate, relate or it simply sucks. 🤷♂️
This rush for quick fixes and lack of attention span I believe to be more of a mental block and dopamine addiction, which mirrors the volatile swings we see particularly in the crypto markets.
Today’s headlines: "TO THE MOON!" 🚀
Tomorrow’s headlines: "SELL NOW!" 📉
Whether the markets are soaring 'to the moon' or plummeting into 'doom & gloom'—adapting and staying flexible is key in the ever-changing markets driven by human emotions. Savvy investors often 'buy the rumor' and 'sell the news,' employing short term adjustments which align with their long-term strategy.
The term 'brain rot'—apparently TikTok slang my nieces and nephews clued me in on—might zap your brain if you're just zoning out to endless scrolls. Yet, with a bit of focus, it can actually enrich your mind.
The recent 75-day TikTok reprieve and ongoing discussions in the U.S. signal a rush of tech and investment openings here.
The Trump administration is hustling on a plan to keep TikTok in America, expecting a decision in the next 30 days. This strategy ropes in Oracle and a ‘small group of investors’ to take a commanding role in TikTok’s operations. Even as ByteDance holds onto a minority stake, Oracle will oversee key components like data handling and software updates, playing off their current major role in TikTok’s tech backbone.
With Oracle's ($ORCL) stock already peaking, could this move, possibly alongside others like Microsoft, push their shares even higher? 📈
(Poppy believes there is a very high probability, but likely a much needed pullback with the NASDAQ, which is basically heavily tech stocks)
Let’s not forget… most of you probably know nothing about this man, Larry Ellison, yet he knows probably everything about you 🤔
Oracle’s 1st customer was the CIA and tasked with building infrastructure & databases of our sensitive information.
Now, they capture the most of the sensitive information on the planet. From financial systems to healthcare networks to the apps on your phone.
Capturing, analyzing and selling nearly every aspect of our sensitive data, while likely testing you through algorithms influencing every aspect of: what you buy, how you vote and any other small or big decision in your life.
Let’s not forget… the name Oracle itself derives from a secret CIA project named around that same time of their first deal.
🤔 doesn’t seem to just be a software company if you ask Poppy.
Don’t want your Brain to Rot for finding the right info?
Then do this: FOLLOW THE MONEY
📝 Trump’s (most important) Executive Orders
On his first day in office as 47th president, Donald Trump issued crucial executive orders, many which rescinded previous administration’s executive actions:
Withdrew the U.S. from:
World Health Organization
Paris Agreement
Rolled back:
Federal recognitions and protections for transgender rights
Policy on artificial intelligence and regulations
Froze:
New regulations
Hiring of federal workers
Founded the Department of Government Efficiency
Reaffirmed the constitutional right to free speech
Reversed:
Withdrawal of Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terror
Sanctions on Israeli settlers
Reversed the Family Reunification Task Force
Pardoned all January 6 rioters & Ross William Ulbricht (created and operated the darknet market website Silk Road).
Designated Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations
Attempted to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants
Delayed the US government's ban of TikTok by 75 days
Declared a national emergency on the southern border, triggering deployment of the U.S. military
These orders seem to reflect a clear path of Making America Great Again.
→ View the full List of Presidential Executive Orders
Side note: if you thought “MAGA” stood for Make America Great Again.
I think you may be…
More like… MAGA → Meta, Apple, Google & Amazon.
Trump’s vision for America is about as obvious as Zuck’s attempt to catch a sneak peak: position America as a tech, AI and crypto leader of the world.
Stargate Investment Initiative: Right after inauguration, Trump kicked off with Stargate, planning a whopping $500 billion investment to boost U.S. AI infrastructure. This means new data centers and energy generation hubs, with expedited approvals through emergency declarations.
This isn't just talk; there's real money moving. Stargate's first phase involves $100 billion, potentially growing to $500 billion, collaborating with giants like OpenAI, Oracle, and Softbank, primarily in Texas. Big plans are in place for massive data centers to push AI capabilities further. Let’s not forget the data center developments in central, Ohio (Intel’s $20B microchip project).
Science, Tech, AI and Cryptocurrency:
President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST): Trump revitalized this council with 24 experts to guide U.S. leadership in tech. They're focusing on AI, quantum energy, autonomous vehicles, drones, and biotech. David Sacks, a big name in tech, joins as an advisor, especially on AI and crypto matters.
Public Blockchain Networks: An executive order this week supports open blockchain operations without fear of legal issues.
Dollar-Backed Stablecoins: Trump is pushing for regulated stablecoins to bolster the U.S. dollar's dominance, steering clear of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) due to privacy and financial stability concerns.
Crypto Advisory Committee: Led by Sacks, this group will frame regulations for digital assets and explore how the U.S. can leverage cryptocurrencies, including those seized by the government.
😱 WTF is going on in Crypto?!
With all the buzz around Trump's big tech and crypto initiatives, it's surprising we haven’t seen yuuuuge price surges or gotten clear details on the much-anticipated Bitcoin Reserve.
The SEC is easing up on regulations that previously stopped banks from holding Bitcoin and other cryptos, the Crypto Czar is labeling NFTs and memes as collectibles, and the Bank of America’s CEO has even mentioned the financial industry’s readiness to embrace crypto.
This leaves everyone asking: Is alt coin season off the table for 2025?
Oh, and don’t miss this — a few weeks ago, the U.S. government was green-lit to sell off $6.5 billion in Bitcoin seized from the recently pardoned Ross Ulbricht’s website Silk Road hacker back in 2020. That's about 69,370 BTC!
If the government starts selling, could we see a major shift in Bitcoin prices?
The U.S. government's recent move to potentially utilize $6.5 billion in seized Bitcoin from Silk Road, instead of auctioning it, aligns with President Trump's formation of a 'digital asset working group.' Tasked with exploring a U.S. cryptocurrency reserve, this suggests a strategic shift towards bolstering the national crypto reserves, reflecting a new approach in handling digital assets.
Poppy’s unsolicited advice to the U.S. Government’s seized BTC position = HODL!
Recently, those who've played it safe with their crypto investments have seen their portfolios dwindle.
The big winners? They're the ones riding the meme waves of headline-dominating trends and then shifting to stablecoins or Solana when the excitement cools.
Here’s the lowdown from Poppy on the latest shifts and what to expect:
If market volatility isn't your thing or you don’t care in paying too much attention day to day, it might be wise to move into stablecoins or stick to heavy-hitters like BTC, ETH, SOL, SUI and key AI-driven projects (e.g. Render, TAO and a few other of Poppy’s favorites)
Poppy reminds & warns that many altcoins lack long-term value, often created by VC-backed teams more interested in profiting from token sales than building genuine community or technology. Doubtful? Just look at the frenzy around the Trump & Melania meme coins (btw: maybe a buy opportunity for these two this week). Did you see how quickly people are to switch from their ‘high conviction coins’ to high-risk gambles.
Don't forget, Poppy’s main play in the crypto game is all about amassing as much Bitcoin as possible. The strategy? Leverage strong altcoins with real growth potential to build that Bitcoin stash.
Poppy's keeping a close watch on the Solana and Ethereum battle, especially since a Trump-linked DeFi company, World Liberty Financial (WLF), has been ramping up its ETH investments. Despite crypto bro twitter skepticism about ETH's viability, WLF’s stash has grown to 28,612 ETH, now worth about $109 million. This hefty investment suggests a strong confidence in Ethereum’s future.
On another note, Larry Fink, CEO of Black, which basically owns the world, is pushing to digitize assets through tokenization, likely leveraging ETH. Considering BlackRock's involvement with an Ethereum ETF and billions flowing into ETH—with more institutional investors on the horizon—it's hard to see Ethereum underperforming. Poppy suggests that if financial titans like BlackRock are betting big on ETH, it's a strong signal of its potential upside.
Poppy is still bullish for Q1— but, be prepared for anything!
Bible Verse:
Proverbs 16:3 - "Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established."
Reflection:
As we navigate the complexities of modern politics, financial markets, technology shifts, and cryptocurrency, this verse reminds us to ground our endeavors in a higher purpose. Whether it's maximizing returns through strategic trades or investing in the potential of technology for a better future, aligning our actions with values of integrity and foresight can help stabilize our plans amidst uncertainty.
Stay Blessed,
Tyler Bossetti
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