New technologies, such as the blockchain technology behind digital currencies like bitcoin, may in the future facilitate the convenient use of precious metals as money once again, writes Thorsten Polleit. This audio Mises Daily is narrated by Ben Wiegold. ]]> ...
The United States is notable for incarcerating a very large portion of its population compared to other countries. Surprisingly, this may increase homicide rates and lead to enclaves of ex-cons which would help explain why so many homicide victims have ...
The public has been successfully conditioned to view the use of cash as something suspicious. Meanwhile, thanks to growing pressure from government, private business now often considers cash to be more trouble than it’s worth, writes Paul-Martin Foss. This audio ...
Politics operates according to principles that would horrify us if we observed them in our private lives, and would get us arrested if we lived by them. The state can steal and call it taxation, kill and call it war, ...
Global markets are showing they can’t handle even a tiny bit of tightening by the Federal Reserve, and other central banks are doubling down on rock-bottom interest rates, writes David Haggith. After six years of “recovery” can we ever abandon ...
Thanks to our bankrupt economic policies, faith in our regime will soon be shaken whether we like it or not. Fortunately, we don’t need a majority to make some changes for the better, writes Ron Paul. This audio Mises Daily ...
This is a big week for economic data—durable goods, consumer confidence, GDP, and PCE. Durable goods fell in January, which didn’t impact the stock market. Neither did the revised GDP number, which came in slightly lower. Inflation In Focus Traders ...
In this edition of StockCharts TV‘s The Final Bar, Dave continues his market recaps from Dubai, focusing on the impressive rally in small caps, continued strength in Bitcoin, and upside potential for crude oil and oil services stocks. He highlights one technology ...
In the realm of professional development, few things hold as much promise as real, tangible growth. Samantha Sloan, Founder and Director of 123 People Development explains why the secrets behind lasting transformation is paramount and the core ethos and driving ...
A significant amount of new employment legislation is coming into effect in April 2024, all of which will have implications for employers. Here are the key changes you need to know about. Family-friendly rights Flexible working Currently, an employee needs ...