In this thought-provoking Market Mondays clip, the hosts Rashad Bilal, Ian Dunlap, and Troy Millings dive into the intersection of war, technology, and market resilience. They start by breaking down the “war index” — highlighting major players like Palantir, Anderil, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Meta — and reveal how data and algorithms are the new battlegrounds alongside traditional military might. Discover why having user data on 3.4 billion people gives Meta unprecendented influence, and how information (and propaganda) shape global conflict just as much as firepower.

The conversation pivots to current geopolitical flashpoints, including Yemen’s bold entry into the fray, the critical importance of waterways like the Strait of Hormuz, and the complex dance between America, Israel, Iran, China, and Russia. Does long-term regime change trigger more instability? Rashad explores lessons from history, the risks of forced changes, and what global players want for Iran’s future.

But it’s not all global tension! The clip also covers how the markets respond to conflict, why “the market is literally rigged to stay up,” and tactical investment tips on stocks like Palantir and Meta, especially as they break new all-time highs.

Crypto fans, this one’s for you too—debate heats up over Bitcoin, Jack Dorsey versus Michael Saylor, and the ever-polarizing XRP. Rashad opens up about his fraught relationship with the XRP crowd and pushes Ian and Troy to weigh in: will XRP ever hit $10,000, or will institutional power always win out?

Plus, hear exclusive details about Invest Fest, including a raffle for an all-expenses-paid trip to Ghana and special appearances from the likes of Jack Dorsey and past panelists like Cathie Wood.

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👇 Drop your thoughts below: Do you agree that data is the new oil in modern conflicts? Will regime change in Iran help or worsen the region? And what’s your Bitcoin or XRP price prediction?

*Chapters:*

• Understanding the “War Index” and big tech’s secret military moves
• Meta’s rise as a defense asset — how social platforms influence war
• Geopolitics with Iran, Yemen, and global superpower chess
• Market maneuvering: How to invest when conflict is everywhere
• Bitcoin, Jack Dorsey, Michael Saylor, and the XRP drama
• Invest Fest raffle updates and the crypto all-star guest lineup

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