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In this morning’s video, I note that macroeconomics suggests how governments work. But at present, it’s almost all based on microeconomics, which is about how individuals, households and companies work. But that’s absurd when micro-entities and governments are completely different in terms of purpose, goals, and the tools available to change outcomes. No wonder we’re in a mess. The audio version is here: The transcript is: It’s no surprise that the economics used by governments don’t work. That type of economics is called macroeconomics, where macro means big. The alternative type of economics is microeconomics, where micro unsurprisingly means small.…

Institutional demand for Bitcoin is expected to continue, driven by ETF purchases totaling $630 million in one session.Renewed accumulation by institutions may shift short-term market sentiment, supporting Bitcoin’s price momentum.Crypto ETF inflows reaching $731 million could drive market recovery, with total assets under management now at $122.5 billion. Institutional demand for Bitcoin picked up sharply after exchange-traded funds (ETFs) bought $630 million worth of BTC in a single trading session. The buying reversed the previous week’s selling trend and brought large asset managers back into the market.  Blockchain analytics platform Arkham reported the activity on X, noting, “ETFs JUST BOUGHT…

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From about $400 million of annual investment, the African venture capital (VC) ecosystem, though still very young, has grown to roughly $4 billion in just over a decade, clear evidence that the capital base is expanding. Global Head, Venture Capital and Direct Investments, International Finance Corporation (IFC), Mohamed Eissa, made this known at the sixth Venture Capital (VC) Summit hosted by AVCA – the African Private Capital Association. The summit kicked off the industry association’s 22nd Annual Conference in Nairobi, Kenya. AVCA’s annual global gathering brings founders, venture capital investors, corporate venture arms, philanthropic foundations and policymakers together to deepen…

Journal of Political Economy Microeconomics (JPE Micro)  We are excited to announce a special issue dedicated to the “Science of Scaling” in the Journal of Political Economy Microeconomics. This special issue aims to advance rigorous, interdisciplinary research on scaling as a scientific endeavor, building on the growing recognition that scaling extends beyond mere policy implementation to encompass fundamental questions about generalizability, benefit-cost analysis, and real-world application of empirical findings. Background and Motivation When research on scaling first emerged, the concept often felt disturbingly vague, bundling together disparate ideas that required careful unpacking before they could be studied scientifically or used…

SPONSORED POST* Ontario, Canada Over the past few years, the NFT industry has grown rapidly, moving from experimental digital collectibles to more sophisticated ecosystems that provide real value to participants. Today, the most promising projects are those that connect digital ownership with practical benefits. The AIntuition Collection is one such initiative, introducing NFTs that act as gateways to a range of exclusive privileges within a broader platform. Designed as a limited digital asset series, the AIntuition Collection combines scarcity, gamification, and platform rewards. By linking NFT ownership with specific benefits, the project demonstrates how blockchain technology can be used to…

Archaeologists in Norway have made a remarkable discovery that is now being described as one of the most significant Viking Age finds ever recorded. A large silver coin hoard, believed to contain around 3,000 coins so far, has been uncovered in a field in eastern Norway. Experts suggest that even more coins may still be buried underground, waiting to be found as excavation work continues. According to the Scientific American reports, the discovery has attracted international attention because of its size, historical value, and the insight it provides into Viking trade and economy. It is being referred to as a…

Guinness’ Will James reflects on the impact of volatility on the European equity market and why quality stocks ensure long-term resilience. As geopolitical tensions have accelerated on both sides of the continent – largely since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 – Europe has been under increasing pressure to invest in its own defence and national security. In 2024, member states’ expenditure reached €343bn and was forecast to spend a further €381bn in 2025. For many European fund managers, this flow of capital presented opportunity, with notable European defence stocks rocketing. For example, shares in Rheinmetall have surged since 2022.…

사진 확대 Samsung Securities’ stock price trend [Photo = Maekyung Jai Ant Telegram] Samsung Securities announced a net profit of more than KRW 1 trillion and an unconventional dividend policy, and its stock price broke its historical high. As expectations for new businesses, such as strengthening token securities (STO) and alternative investments, spread across the securities industry, major securities stocks, including Yuanta Securities, are showing strong performance.As of 12:30 p.m. on the 4th, Samsung Securities’ stock price soared 27.1% from the previous trading day to 136,700 won, breaking the all-time high. The market capitalization rose to 12.2 trillion won, and…

If you still think a non-fungible token is just an overpriced picture of a bored monkey, you might want to sit down. The world moved on while we were all busy checking our crypto wallets. As we step into 2026, the conversation has shifted. We are no longer talking about “if” NFTs will be useful. We are talking about how they are becoming the invisible glue holding our digital and physical lives together. The numbers tell a story that is hard to ignore. According to market analysts, the global NFT market is on track to hit a staggering 211 billion…