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Unusual Whales

The Unusual Whales NFT Project. There are currently 6,969 Whales in this  project, each one being unique in it's own way. No two are alike with some being rarer than others.

However, this is not just another generative art project, but a pass to access NFT tools to help you navigating the NFT space. It also gives you access to the equity, options, crypto, and derivative tools.

Holding an NFT in your wallet will allow you to access the tools exclusively.

As a reminder, NFT prices are highly volatile, and often represent illiquid markets. These are not investment vehicles but rather access to equity, options, and crypto tooling.  Enter/purchase at your own risk and please be responsible. You can lose all or some of your initial crypto bid.

It is not recommended to buy these NFTs.

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Palantir CEO Warns of AI's Societal Impact

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
Palantir ($PLTR) CEO Alex Karp warns about potential significant societal changes driven by artificial intelligence that he believes many leaders are overlooking, according to Fortune magazine. This follows Palantir's earlier collaboration with Amazon ($AMZN) and Anthropic to implement AI solutions for US government and military applications. Key points: - CEO highlights disconnect between elite perspectives and AI's real impact - Builds on previous government/military AI initiatives - Represents growing concern about AI's societal implications *This development suggests increasing focus on AI's broader social consequences beyond technical capabilities.*

Canadian Sentiment Towards US Deteriorates Significantly

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
A new Pew Research Center study reveals a dramatic shift in Canadian attitudes towards the United States. The percentage of Canadians holding unfavorable views of the US has risen to 64%, with those expressing *very unfavorable* views jumping from 15% to 40% in just one year. This trend aligns with broader international sentiment shifts, as evidenced by recent YouGov data showing increasing Republican views of the EU as unfriendly or hostile. - 64% unfavorable view of US - 40% very unfavorable view - 25% increase in negative sentiment

Investor Concerns Over Tariffs Hit New High

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
A significant shift in investor sentiment shows growing concerns about global trade tensions. According to Bank of America ($BAC) survey: - 66% of investors now identify tariffs as their primary market risk concern - This marks a notable increase from March 2025, when 42% cited trade war concerns - The figure has risen substantially from 30% in January 2025 *The trend suggests mounting anxiety over international trade policies and their potential impact on market stability.* Market participants should monitor trade policy developments and consider diversification strategies.
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US Military Bases in Iraq and Syria on High Alert

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
The US military is preparing for potential attacks on bases in Iraq and Syria, according to New York Times reports. Intelligence suggests Iranian retaliation could occur within 1-2 days. - US forces maintain heightened readiness posture - Diplomatic channels remain active during tensions - Multiple bases in region under increased security measures The situation reflects escalating regional tensions, though officials emphasize ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent conflict.

Iran Issues Direct Warning to Trump Amid Rising Military Tensions

Mon 23rd Jun 2025
Iran's central military command has issued a stark warning to former President Trump, stating: *The gambler... You may start this war... But we will be the ones to end it.* The Iranian Army has also declared that the US has directly entered into conflict with Iran, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations. This development represents a critical moment in US-Iran relations, with potential global implications. - Direct military confrontation risk increases - Iranian military leadership takes aggressive stance - Situation continues to develop rapidly

Financial Barriers Impact Family Planning Globally

Thu 19th Jun 2025
A BBC report reveals 39% of individuals cite financial constraints as a barrier to having children. This aligns with recent research across 14 countries showing approximately 20% of adults expect to have fewer children than desired due to economic factors. Key findings: - 39% cannot afford to have children - Study spans multiple countries - Economic factors primary deterrent This trend suggests a growing correlation between financial stability and family planning decisions globally.

Global Economic Growth Projections 2024-2026

Thu 19th Jun 2025
The Organization for Economic Cooperation (OEC) has released its latest economic outlook. This follows the IMF's earlier projection of 3.2% global growth for 2024-25. Key points: - IMF maintains 3.2% growth forecast for 2024 and 2025 - Five-year outlook shows 3.1% average growth - Current projections deemed *mediocre* compared to pre-COVID levels The reduced growth trajectory signals a continued economic adjustment phase post-pandemic. These forecasts suggest a stable but modest recovery pattern.
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US-Iran Tensions & Market Updates - June 19, 2025

Thu 19th Jun 2025
**Key Developments:** - US considering military action against Iran, with Trump approving potential attack plans but holding final decision - Over 900,000 Americans now have $10M+ net worth - US posts $316B May budget deficit, down 9% YoY - ARK projects Tesla reaching $2,600/share by 2029 - General Mills removing artificial colors from US product line - Meta reportedly offered $100M bonuses to poach OpenAI staff **Economic Indicators:** - May receipts: $371B (↑15% YoY) - May outlays: $687B - Treasury Secretary Yellen warns of tariff impact on inflation

Barclays Revises S&P 500 Target for 2025

Tue 8th Apr 2025
Barclays has significantly lowered its S&P 500 year-end target for 2025 to 5900, down from the previous forecast of 6600. This revision represents a notable shift from earlier market optimism, including RBC Capital Markets' projection of 6600 made in late 2024. The adjustment suggests a more conservative outlook for US equities in the coming year. This 700-point reduction reflects changing market conditions and economic expectations. - Previous target: 6600 - New target: 5900 - Reduction: 700 points

JPMorgan Raises Recession Risk Assessment

Thu 6th Mar 2025
JPMorgan has significantly increased its forecast for economic downturn probability from 17% in November to 31% as of March 2025. This follows earlier warnings that U.S. interest rates reaching 7% could trigger a recession and market risk aversion. Key points: - 14% increase in recession probability - Current forecast: 31% chance of downturn - Previous assessment: 17% (November) This update from JPMorgan ($JPM) suggests growing concerns about economic stability in the near term.
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