In today's episode, we discuss Trump's renewed and aggressive tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China, which pose risks to economic stability and may strain international relations. Additionally, we explore the upcoming tax changes for 2025, focusing on the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its potential impact on federal revenue and taxpayers. The situation raises concerns over trade wars and global markets.

This newsletter highlights a thought-provoking interview between Patrick Collison and Noahpinion, where they delve into critical topics such as U.S. labor productivity and the implications of humanoid robots on society. Additionally, it covers the economic landscape with recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, raising concerns over potential price increases and trade tensions. Lastly, the FDA has approved a new non-opioid pain medication, alongside news of the Blue Man Group's final performance in NYC, marking the end of an era in live entertainment.

In this episode, we discuss DeepSeek's AI launch that caused a major shake-up in the market, particularly affecting crypto and tech stocks. Bitcoin experienced volatility, dipping to $97.7K but later recovering. Additionally, we examine Bitwise's insights on Trump's crypto executive order, which could alter Bitcoin's traditional cycle by introducing more institutional engagement and clearer regulations, potentially leading to shorter market pullbacks.

In today's newsletter, we highlight an upcoming virtual event by Morning Brew for small business owners, scheduled for January 30th, 2025, focusing on strategic scaling with expert insights from leaders in the field. Additionally, we report on six countries considering Bitcoin adoption, which could significantly impact its market dynamics. Lastly, we cover a tragic mid-air collision that resulted in 67 fatalities, prompting investigations by the NTSB and FAA.

In this episode, we discuss the growing backlash against economists and their influence on policy, particularly in light of changing economic views on decoupling from China. We also address a mix-up from The Cosmopolitan Globalist, which unintentionally included extra content in their newsletter, prompting a corrected version release. Lastly, we cover the tragic mid-air collision over the Potomac that resulted in 67 fatalities, marking a significant aviation disaster in the U.S.