Stablecoin Update Ahead of Clarity Act (Stables to $1T+ and Who Loses). Also Macro Data.
The U.S. Treasury and congressional committees are drafting a "Stablecoin Clarity Act" that would position digital stablecoins as a quasi‑banking alternative. The legislation envisions a market worth over $1 trillion in stablecoin assets, leveraging the ability to freeze tokens and the near‑zero operating costs of blockchain‑based payments. Policymakers argue that these features can improve financial inclusion while reducing overhead, but critics warn of systemic risk. The proposal arrives amid mixed macro data, adding a new variable to the credit‑cycle outlook.
Making Money Off of Power and Grid
The blog pre‑announces a new long‑term purchase of IREN after its earnings beat, noting the stock is up roughly 43% year‑to‑date. It highlights the extreme volatility of power‑grid equities, where daily moves of 10% or more are common. The author...
April Update and Q&A. Exact Replica of Last Bear?
The April Update and Q&A post from Bowtied Bull recaps the latest community milestones, celebrates 5‑10 members who posted their first profit, and answers common questions from early‑stage online entrepreneurs. The author notes a recurring summer pattern where small‑business owners...
Oil, Powell and Some Interesting E-Com Trends in 2026
The 2026 outlook highlights three intertwined forces shaping the economy: volatile oil prices, Federal Reserve policy under Chair Jerome Powell, and evolving e‑commerce dynamics. Crude oil has settled near $80 a barrel as geopolitical tensions keep supply tight, prompting cautious...
Hack Post Mortem Implications and Home Build Update
A recent security breach in a prominent DeFi platform prompted a detailed post‑mortem that highlighted systemic weaknesses across Layer‑2 protocols. The analysis coincided with a broader macro environment that saw major asset classes fluctuate by roughly 5%, intensifying pressure on...
AAVE Walkthrough (Kelp DAO Hack) and Market Update
The post walks through the recent Kelp DAO hack that exploited Aave’s lending protocol, detailing how attackers siphoned funds from the platform. It frames the incident as part of a broader uptick in crypto‑related crime during the second half of...
What's Different This Cycle, Oil Update and RE Build ?S From E-Mail
The oil market experienced extreme volatility this week, with Brent climbing from roughly $90 to $120 per barrel before settling near $105. The price swings coincided with a rapid escalation in Middle‑East tensions, moving from a tentative cease‑fire to threats...
DeFi Doesn’t Send 1099’s - But You Still Need To File Next Week
The IRS‑targeted DeFi broker rule that would have forced platforms like Uniswap and Aave to issue 1099‑DA forms was repealed, leaving individual users responsible for tracking and reporting their decentralized finance activity. Taxpayers must now maintain detailed per‑wallet records, calculate...
Building a House From Zero (Part 1) and Macro Update
BowTied Bull announced the launch of a multi‑part series titled “Building a House From Zero,” beginning with Part 1 on April 9, 2026. The series will chronicle a full‑scale residential construction project expected to take roughly twelve months, covering everything from site acquisition to...
Oil Scenarios Changing Behavior and Market Update
The blog examines how the escalating Iran‑Israel conflict is reshaping oil market dynamics and influencing equity and macroeconomic outlooks. It updates previous scenario models to reflect heightened geopolitical risk, frequent threats to critical infrastructure, and the potential for supply disruptions....
Iran Impact - Freezing Housing and Fading the Masses
Recent market turbulence saw Bitcoin surge to roughly $74,000 before retreating to the mid‑$60,000 range. The post links this volatility to potential geopolitical developments in Iran and their downstream effects on the U.S. housing market. It argues that major purchases...
Making Money with E-Com Copying and Stablecoins Vs. Banks
A new background update to e‑commerce is focusing on the rise of "Dupes," a model where copy‑cat businesses replicate successful online stores. These dupes are increasingly using stablecoins to streamline payments, creating a competitive edge over traditional banking channels. The...
CPI/Powell, Downdraws in Stocks and Timelines
The latest Consumer Price Index showed a modest 0.3% monthly increase, bringing the annual inflation rate to 3.2%. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasized a cautious stance, warning against premature rate cuts. The data sparked a 1.2% pullback in the S&P...