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Bitcoin warnings from Syria, Fed Independence in Question and Trump meeting Putin lead me to the question…Is the Fed Dead? | This Week In Bitcoin, Macro & GeoPolitics | BitcoinHardTalk Episode 94   Hey-Hey, Bitcoin Wealth Builders! It’s Friday—and that means it’s time to decode this week's shifts in Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and geopolitics. It’s time for Episode 94 of BitcoinHardTalk.   This Week in Bitcoin, Crypto & CBDCs As predicted last week, China has flip-flopped yet again: despite its long-standing ban, a Chinese firm just announced it will open Bitcoin and crypto trading. In the U.S., Gemini doubled down on its ambitions to go public, Tether recruited straight out of the White House as it positions itself for a U.S. stablecoin launch, and Strategy ruffled shareholders while engineering a scheme to stop Bitcoin sales. Meanwhile in the Middle East, Syria’s central bank issued fresh warnings against Bitcoin. No surprise there—they fear what true monetary freedom means for their people. It’s been a rollercoaster week, and I’ll break down how to protect yourself from China, Syria, and Strategy, plus everything you need to know about what really went down in Bitcoin. This Week in Macro Berkshire Hathaway’s Q2 results revealed the bite tariffs are taking out of U.S. corporations. The Trump administration’s agenda—fiscal dominance, undermining Fed independence, and potentially replacing up to four Fed seats with loyalists—forces us to ask: is the Fed dead? The Fed’s power to steer monetary policy is fading fast as the dollar weakens. The new EU/U.S. trade deal only reinforces the “vassalization” strategy I’ve been highlighting on BitcoinHardTalk. Meanwhile, Russia says it will keep selling oil to India regardless of U.S. tariffs, while the U.S.–China AI arms race accelerates—evidence we’re already living in a multipolar world. And to top it off, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has stepped in as interim WEF chairman, tasked with managing the very global transition I’ve been preparing my audience for. I’ll unpack all this and the rest of this week’s macro madness. This Week in Geopolitics The Trump–Putin summit dominated headlines, but when you follow the money, the meeting changes little. Meanwhile, famine has now been officially declared in Gaza by UN-backed monitors, even as Israel prepares new settlement expansions and another invasion—this despite Hamas accepting a ceasefire deal brokered by Egypt and Qatar. Major G7 countries are preparing to recognize Palestine in September, leaving the U.S. and Israel increasingly isolated on the world stage. At the same time, Saudi Arabia and Syria announced plans for a joint investment fund, while Egypt has begun training 5,000 Palestinian police officers in coordination with Jordan—signs of shifting regional alliances. I’ll break down what all this really means in this week’s deep dive into geopolitics.

🇺🇸🇨🇳Google Tried to Ban Wallets.  China Targeted Bitcoin Ownership The US Announced it Wants to Seize Bitcoin for Its Reserves… This Week In Bitcoin, Macro & GeoPolitics    Hey-Hey, Bitcoin Wealth Builders! It’s Friday—and that means it’s time to decode this week's shifts in Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and geopolitics. It’s time for Episode 93 of BitcoinHardTalk.   This Week in Bitcoin, Crypto & CBDCs Google kicked off the week with a bombshell—announcing it would ban all wallets from Google Play if they weren’t licensed in the US or EU…even self-custody wallets. Then… they reversed it. 😂 China joined the chaos, declaring it would extend its bitcoin exchange and mining ban to cover crypto ownership. Then…they reversed it. 😂 Not to be outdone, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced America wouldn’t buy more bitcoin for its strategic reserves or revalue gold from $42. Then…you guessed it — he reversed it. 😂 A rollercoaster week—and I’ll break down exactly how to protect yourself from Google, China, and the dollar, plus everything you need to know about what really happened the week in Bitcoin.   This Week in Macro US consumer price inflation numbers came in calm…until producer price inflation smashed the calm with panic. Trump teased he was close to a trade deal with China and India—then it soured with India, who instead inked deals with Russia. Meanwhile, the US extended talks with China by another 90 days, just as Beijing told its tech giants to stop importing Nvidia and AMD chips for “national security” reasons. And just to keep the week spicy, Trump moved to militarize the police in Washington DC, sparking fears of unrest that could mirror LA’s past chaos. The US’s isolation-and-destabilization campaign keeps looking eerily like the playbook we’ve seen in the UK and Europe. I’ll unpack all this and the rest of the week’s macro madness.   This Week in Geopolitics The UK, EU, Australia, and Canada are racing toward a September deadline to formally recognize Palestine as a state—aiming to pressure Israel to end the genocide—while the world’s newest $2 trillion Norwegian sovereign wealth fund announced divestments from Israel. Meanwhile, Trump greenlit a full-scale occupation of Gaza by Israel while reportedly exploring a pardon deal for Ghislaine Maxwell—right before his meeting with Putin. This coincided with a $35 billion Egypt–Israel gas deal that triggered global outrage…but those who follow the money on Bitcoin Hard Talk may see it in a very different light. I’ll cover all this—and what it really means—in this week’s deep dive into this week in geopolitics.   Peace!   Simon Dixon 🚀     Disclaimer: The views expressed are solely those of Simon Dixon and do not represent the views of any organisations or individuals. All past, present, and future content provided by Simon Dixon is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. Always conduct your own research and consult qualified advisors regarding your personal circumstances.

The UK has unveiled its plan to become a full surveillance state. Is this part of a grander plan orchestrated by BlackRock and Gulf nations? In Episode 92 of Bitcoin HardTalk, Simon Dixon decodes the real story, revealing how the Proof-of-Weapons network is buying UK and EU cooperation to de-colonize the Middle East. This episode follows the money to connect the dots between new trade deals, a rebounding US dollar, and the push to formally recognize Palestine as a state.   This Week in Bitcoin, Crypto & CBDCs With the UK unveiling its full plan to become a surveillance state this week, the urgency to build your Bitcoin wealth in self-custody has never been greater—especially as AI and stablecoins begin to integrate into the financial system. We’ll break down the latest developments, including: The impact of tariffs on Bitcoin mining Updates from PayPal, Interactive Brokers, eToro, Stripe’s crypto-stablecoin integration, and AI-powered payment surveys Billionaire Ray Dalio’s recommendation for a Bitcoin allocation The latest Bitcoin mining economics driven by treasury companies holding BTC And everything else that moved the Bitcoin markets this week. This Week in Macro We’ll explore new trade deals between the US and India, China, the EU, and Canada—and how they’re reshaping BRICS trade flows. We’ll also unpack the economics behind the UK & EU’s shift toward full-scale surveillance states. On the US front, we’ll discuss: The proposed $1 trillion stimulus following stronger-than-expected growth Stock markets dominated by tech mega-caps A rebounding US dollar that could trigger a $600 tariff rebate for Americans And why the Federal Reserve’s independence is increasingly under scrutiny. This Week in Geopolitics As the Gaza starvation campaign becomes increasingly exposed, the UK, EU, and Canada are pushing toward a September deadline to formally recognize Palestine as a state to place public pressure on Israel to end the genocide. I’ll follow the money trail to reveal: How the Proof-of-Weapons network and Gulf states are buying UK & EU cooperation to de-colonize the Middle East. The role of BlackRock and Palantir in shaping economic and political outcomes, often at the expense of state sovereignty And fresh updates on the Epstein blackmail operation   Disclaimer This content is based on the views, commentary, and live analysis delivered by Simon Dixon in Bitcoin HardTalk Episode 92. The purpose of this podcast is to distill complex global developments into an accessible format for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, tax, investment, or political advice. Bitcoin and other digital assets are volatile, high-risk instruments. Perform your own due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions.

Hey-Hey, Bitcoin Wealth Builders! It’s Friday—and that means it’s time to decode this week's shifts in Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and geopolitics. It’s time for Episode 91 of BitcoinHardTalk.   This Week in Bitcoin, Crypto & CBDCs The Genius Act has now officially passed, and after reviewing the fine print, it’s clear: banks can now issue stablecoins backed by $3.5T in Fed deposits with on-chain yield. It’s the closest we’ve seen to a covert U.S. CBDC, likely to be led by JPMorgan Chase. I break down what this means for Bitcoin’s role as the last monetary escape hatch. Meanwhile, the IMF sparked controversy by claiming El Salvador isn’t building Bitcoin reserves—just as Trump reportedly added $2B in Bitcoin to Trump Media’s balance sheet. And finally, an analysis showed that 74% of Bitcoin is now held by long-term holders, hitting a 15-year high and signaling deep conviction.   This Week in Macro Markets recalibrated as Trump’s trade tariffs are expected to hit closer to 25%, on average not the 10% currently floated. Trump also made headlines with a dramatic visit to Jerome Powell at the Fed’s new HQ—another symbolic power move in his campaign to dominate U.S. monetary policy. I also created a new blog to explore the latest in the Proof-of-Weapons network war economy: how the Israel Stock Exchange is reacting to the Gaza crisis, and how global boycott and divestment efforts are now shaping capital flows.   This Week in Geopolitics The Epstein list remains sealed, fueling growing distrust—even within Trump’s base—and deepening the fracture lines in US politics. But beyond the domestic drama, I take a closer look at the escalating arms economy: from Ukraine to the looming flashpoint between China and Taiwan, the proof-of-weapons network is thriving, with new arms deals and ballooning budgets revealing who’s really profiting from global instability. Finally, I also dropped a new blog exploring how religion is being weaponized to distract from the real story—war profiteering. As uncomfortable truths emerge, old conspiracies like “Jews rule the world” are being recycled to deflect attention. In this episode, I follow the money with cold, hard data to expose how wealth and power are actually shifting—and why the facts dismantle the fiction. Disclaimer: This episode of Bitcoin HardTalk features in-depth analysis and opinions from Simon Dixon on topics across Bitcoin, Macroeconomics, and Geopolitics. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this video should be considered financial, investment, legal, tax, or political advice. Viewers should not treat any opinion expressed by Simon as a specific inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy, but only as an expression of his personal opinion at the time of recording. Bitcoin and other digital assets are volatile, high-risk instruments. Always perform your own due diligence and consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. Please note: This disclaimer was written with the assistance of AI.

No US Bitcoin reserve, no Epstein list, but a new war in Syria. This week, Simon Dixon breaks down the explosive headlines, connecting the dots between the US government's mysteriously disappearing Bitcoin, the geopolitical chess game behind the Epstein cover-up, and the escalating conflict in the Middle East. 🚀 In this Episode:  This Week in Bitcoin, Crypto & CBDCs Bitcoin surged to fresh all-time highs of $122.484 this week whilst BlackRock prepares to tighten its grip on Ethereum by expanding its ETH ETF to staking.  Meanwhile, Capitol Hill was busy—all three major crypto bills passed in the House: the Genius Act, Clarify Act, and Anti-CBDC Act.  But amid the policy shifts, a bombshell dropped: the U.S. Marshals Service disclosed that the U.S. government’s Bitcoin strategic reserve has dwindled to just 28,000 BTC, down from over 200,000. Where did the Bitcoin go? We’ll unpack it all.   This Week in Macro Nvidia’s stock rocketed, following the Trump administration’s surprising approval of H20 chip exports to China. Inflation ticked upward again as CPI reversed course, and Jerome Powell faced political heat in the form of a letter requesting his retirement.  Meanwhile, Russia received high tariff threats, Japan continued its economic tailspin, and China quietly built up an oil reserve that could soon rival—or surpass—OPEC+ in strategic importance. This Week in Geopolitics Domestic U.S. politics grew more fractured as the Epstein List remained sealed and details of Trump’s involvement with Epstein fueled speculation and distrust among his base.  But the real powder keg this week was the Middle East, where escalating conflict drew global condemnation and furthered the controversial territorial gains of the Greater Israel project in Syria that erupted into violent conflict again. Tensions are rising—and the fallout is significant in global geopolitical power dynamics Disclaimer This content is based on the views, commentary, and live analysis delivered by Simon Dixon in Bitcoin HardTalk Episode 90. The purpose of this podcast is to distill complex global developments into an accessible format for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, tax, investment, or political advice. Bitcoin and other digital assets are volatile, high-risk instruments. Perform your own due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions.

  The Epstein case was abruptly closed just as Netanyahu arrived at the White House. Bitcoin surged past $118,000. Elon Musk launched the American Party. In Episode 89 of Bitcoin HardTalk, Simon Dixon decodes the real story behind the explosive headlines, revealing a coordinated geopolitical and financial reset. This episode follows the money to connect the dots between a deep-state cover-up, a historic financial shift, and a new political power play.   Part 1 - This Week in Bitcoin | Why Bitcoin Broke All Time Highs Over $118k Bitcoin has surged more than 55% since its April 2025 low, breaking through to a new all-time high above $118,000. At the same time, the U.S. Dollar is off to its worst start to a year since 1973, tumbling nearly 11% over the past six months. Bitcoin has now overtaken Google to become the sixth most valuable asset in the world by market capitalization. The market is speaking loud and clear—are you paying attention?  I’ll unpack what this means for Bitcoin in this week’s breakdown.     Part 2 - This Week in Macro | Tariffs, BRICS & Elon Musk New Political Party Agenda OPEC+ released an unexpected update on future oil output, Trump issued a new wave of tariff letters, and BRICS leaders convened for their annual summit—all amid record-breaking highs across U.S. stock markets. Fueling further volatility, Trump is now demanding a dramatic 300 basis point cut in Fed interest rates. Copper prices spiked on tariff fears. Meanwhile, in a bold political play, Elon Musk officially launched his own political movement: the American Party.  I’ll follow the money trail to explore what this tells us about Musk’s broader agenda.     Part 3 - This Week in Geopolitics | Why the Epstein Case Closed as Netanyahu Arrived at the White House? Just before Netanyahu’s visit to the White House, the FBI and Department of Justice abruptly closed the Epstein case—reaffirming the suicide narrative and denying the existence of an “Epstein list,” despite mounting evidence linking Epstein to Mossad-backed blackmail operations. During the press conference, Trump confirmed new weapons packages for Ukraine, while Netanyahu reiterated his intentions to “voluntarily” ethnic cleansing the Palestinians. At the same time, all humanitarian aid corridors into Gaza were consolidated into a single, tightly controlled zone—prompting widespread outrage and comparisons to a modern-day concentration camp.  This comes after more than 800 Palestinians were reportedly killed while queuing for food under the U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.      Call To Action Sign up to my mailing list and receive regular newsletters by visiting https://www.simondixon.com and joining my BitcoinHardTalk membership portal.      Disclaimer This content is based on the views, commentary, and live analysis delivered by Simon Dixon in Bitcoin HardTalk Episode 89. The purpose of this podcast is to distill complex global developments—from Bitcoin adoption to geopolitical realignments—into an accessible format for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, tax, investment, or political advice. Bitcoin and other digital assets are volatile, high-risk instruments. Perform your own due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions.

  The US has just approved a $1.3 trillion "beautiful" war and surveillance budget, a move predicted on Bitcoin HardTalk. In Episode 88, Simon Dixon decodes the real story behind the headlines, revealing the financial engineering, geopolitical maneuvering, and network of power that this bill serves. This episode follows the money to connect the dots between Trump's destabilization campaign, a wave of new institutional Bitcoin adoption, and the final moves of the "proof of weapons network." Introduction In this episode, you will learn: Part 1 - This Week in Bitcoin | Who Owns All The Bitcoin Today?  Back in 2006, I walked away from my final corporate role at KBC Investment Bank.   I left behind the world of corporate finance to focus on one mission: educating people on the urgent need for monetary reform.   That mission led me to discover Bitcoin in 2011, when it was trading at just $3.   Now, nearly two decades later, that very same bank-KBC-is finally waking up to Bitcoin, joining the ranks of the world's largest financial institutions.   What took them so long?   I'll unpack that and everything else you need to know from the Bitcoin world this week.    Part 2 - This Week in Macro | The Big Beautiful War & Surveillance Bill  In just the past 48 hours, Trump has launched rhetorical or political attacks against: Elon Musk, Thomas Massie, Japan, an Israeli judge, the CEO of AT&T, Jerome Powell, Canada, Thom Tillis, a Forbes reporter, Harvard, and US migrants.   At the same time, he released a new line of colognes and his Big Beautiful Proof-of-Weapons Bill, a $1.3 trillion "beautiful" war and surveillance stimulus package.   Trump's destabilization campaign is accelerating the collapse of global faith in the US dollar, paving the way for BRICS, Stablecoins and Bitcoin.     Part 3 - This Week in Geopolitics | Combat the next moves of the proof of weapons network  The US offered Iran a not so surprisingly generous package: lifted sanctions, asset releases, and lucrative reconstruction incentives.   In Israel, Netanyahu's court case was delayed-coinciding with a scheduled visit to the White House this Monday.   Meanwhile, a ceasefire deal in Gaza proposes to halt the genocide and mass civilian casualties inflicted by the Israeli military.   It's all unfolding exactly as forecast on Bitcoin HardTalk-where I follow the money to see where the power flows next, but the humanitarian cost remains unbearable.     Call to Action If you care about your sovereignty, you’re not alone—and you’re not early either. People are waking up. Fast. SimonDixon.com is where they’re going. That’s the headquarters. If (or when) I get banned from X, YouTube, or Rumble—which, let’s be honest, may only be a matter of time—it’s the one place where I can still speak freely and reach you directly. ▸ Go to SimonDixon.com and join the BitcoinHardTalk membership portal. Here’s what you’ll get: Full archive access to every BitcoinHardTalk episode My original 4-part video series: The Great Depression of the 2020s (not available anywhere else) A free PDF of Bank To The Future — the first published book to mention Bitcoin (Amazon sells it, but you get it free) Once you're in, you’re also added to my private newsletter—where I share what I can’t say anywhere else and where you’ll hear from me first when the next big shift hits.   While I’m still on the major platforms: ▸ Follow me on X: https://x.com/SimonDixonTwitt▸ Join my Telegram Group: https://t.me/simondixonchannel▸ Watch livestreams on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@SimonDixon21▸ Backup on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/SimonDixon Prefer to listen instead? ▸ Follow BitcoinHardTalk on Spotify: Follow on Spotify▸ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: Follow on Apple Don’t wait until the signal is censored.The next system is being built without you.This is where you get ahead of it.   Disclaimer This content is based on the views, commentary, and live analysis delivered by Simon Dixon in Bitcoin HardTalk Episode 88. The purpose of this podcast is to distill complex global developments—from Bitcoin adoption to geopolitical realignments—into an accessible format for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, tax, investment, or political advice. Bitcoin and other digital assets are volatile, high-risk instruments. Perform your own due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions.

Many believe the world was on the brink of World War 3, orchestrated by Israel. But what if that's exactly what the "proof of weapons network" wants you to believe? In Episode 87 of Bitcoin HardTalk, Simon Dixon decodes the real story behind the headlines, revealing a pre-scripted geopolitical play designed to reset the global order. This episode follows the money to connect the dots between a stunning signal from the Bitcoin network, a plan to manage $10 trillion in US debt with stablecoins, and the theatrical "war" between Iran and Israel. In this episode, you will learn: (2:45) Part 1 - This Week in Bitcoin | How Bitcoin Mining Predicted the US Iran Bombing The U.S. is ramping up its digital asset policy agenda. With the stablecoin bill nearly across the line, attention now shifts to the U.S. Market Structure Bill. In preparation, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) approved crypto holdings as qualifying assets for mortgage applicants—marking a major shift in crypto’s role in financial underwriting. Meanwhile, the IMF officially recognized Bitcoin as a digital asset, placing it in the same asset class as gold and land, and importantly, distinct from financial instruments like stablecoins. It may sound like dense legalese—but these classifications will have profound long-term implications for Bitcoin demand, institutional adoption, and financial sovereignty. (56:23) Part 2 - This Week in Macro | How to Rollover $10 trillion of Debt Using Stablecoins The Federal Reserve held rates steady, holding off on a rate cut—much to the frustration of Trump, who is clearly angling for looser monetary policy. But the real macro action was geopolitical: oil markets were manipulated once again, orchestrated through a cycle of war rhetoric and peace overtures, while Trump teased a new U.S.–China trade deal. In a bold move, Trump also hinted—via social media—at lifting some Iran sanctions via backdoor deals with China, signaling a new debt rollover strategy. This all points to one thing: the U.S. needs a path to manage its ballooning national debt, and Trump’s playbook is now clear. No surprise, then, that BRICS nations have hit $1 trillion in trade among themselves—without using the U.S. dollar. (1:32:19) Part 3 - This Week in Geopolitics | The Play-by-Play Theatre of the Iran, Israel & US War Some continue to debate whether Israel controls America, but based on this week’s events, the picture looks more like Israel acting as an American colony. Everything unfolded exactly as predicted last week—because it was scripted. From the Iran–Israel war escalation and ceasefire, to the NATO summit that choreographed the geopolitical tone for the year ahead, this week was pure geopolitical theatre. The narrative arc was tightly controlled—but the implications are very real.   Call to Action If you care about your sovereignty, you’re not alone—and you’re not early either. People are waking up. Fast. SimonDixon.com is where they’re going. That’s the headquarters. If (or when) I get banned from X, YouTube, or Rumble—which, let’s be honest, may only be a matter of time—it’s the one place where I can still speak freely and reach you directly. ▸ Go to SimonDixon.com and join the BitcoinHardTalk membership portal. Here’s what you’ll get: Full archive access to every BitcoinHardTalk episode My original 4-part video series: The Great Depression of the 2020s (not available anywhere else) A free PDF of Bank To The Future — the first published book to mention Bitcoin (Amazon sells it, but you get it free) Once you're in, you’re also added to my private newsletter—where I share what I can’t say anywhere else and where you’ll hear from me first when the next big shift hits.   While I’m still on the major platforms: ▸ Follow me on X: https://x.com/SimonDixonTwitt▸ Join my Telegram Group: https://t.me/simondixonchannel▸ Watch livestreams on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@SimonDixon21▸ Backup on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/SimonDixon Prefer to listen instead? ▸ Follow BitcoinHardTalk on Spotify: Follow on Spotify▸ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: Follow on Apple Don’t wait until the signal is censored.The next system is being built without you.This is where you get ahead of it. Disclaimer This content is based on the views, commentary, and live analysis delivered by Simon Dixon in Bitcoin HardTalk Episode 87. The purpose of this podcast is to distill complex global developments—from Bitcoin adoption to geopolitical realignments—into an accessible format for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, legal, tax, investment, or political advice. Bitcoin and other digital assets are volatile, high-risk instruments. Perform your own due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making financial decisions.

Explore the illusion of escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, revealing why a global conflict is unlikely. Dive into the U.S. GENIUS Act and how stablecoins are reshaping financial landscapes amidst political maneuvers. Discover the impact of crypto hacking on Iranian exchanges and the emergence of sovereign Bitcoin strategies in countries like Vietnam and Brazil. The discussion critiques mainstream media narratives, advocating for a deeper understanding of geopolitical dynamics and the orchestration behind market reactions and economic interventions.

BitcoinHardTalk 85 Title: Bitcoin Stabilitiy, US De-stabalization & Iran Regime Change: What Next? Date: Friday 13th June 2025.Host: Simon DixonDuration: 2 hours 37 mins This Week in Bitcoin, Crypto & CBDCs Bitcoin remains the most stable asset as Brazil announced its potential Bitcoin strategic reserves, whilst in the U.S. the GENIUS Stablecoin Bill advances in the Senate. This Week in Macro Trump hints at a new China deal and changes at the Fed. Meanwhile, a “proof-of-weapons” narrative sparks U.S. unrest, weakening the dollar. Oil surges on rising geopolitical tensions. This Week in Geopolitics Israel hits Iran, but this was a coordinated regime reset involving Iran, Israel, the U.S., and GCC nations. I’ll unpack the deeper strategy I see behind the headlines.