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Coin Stories with Natalie Brunell

News Block: CPI Cools But Inflation Still Sticky, Pension Funds Buying Bitcoin, Vanguard Appoints Ex-BlackRock ETF Lead as CEO, Paul Ryan: Stablecoins Provide Demand For Treasuries, Bitcoin’s Volatility Hits New All-time Low

May 16, 2024
10:24
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Former House Speaker Paul Ryan discusses how stablecoins can address U.S. debt issues. Other topics include Biden's inflation policies, Wisconsin Pension Fund investing in Bitcoin, Vanguard appointing new CEO, and Bitcoin's record low volatility.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bitcoin's value surged amid easing inflation concerns, highlighting the ongoing dilemma of inflation under current policies.
  • Wisconsin State Pension Fund's $160 million Bitcoin ETF investment marks a trend among institutional investors, ushering in a new era for Bitcoin.

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Inflationary Impact of Tariffs and Rising Prices

Bitcoin's value surged over $65,000 amid easing inflation concerns, yet 37 months of high inflation in the US persist. Biden's decision to increase tariffs on various Chinese imports, including electric vehicles and metal products, aims to protect domestic businesses but leads to higher prices for Americans. These inflationary pressures stem from tariffs, as increasing costs for imported goods and materials are passed onto consumers, highlighting the ongoing dilemma of inflation under current policies.

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