The Crypto Firm Failed To Comply With Requests Made As Part Of A Probe Into The Collapsed Stablecoin,

Barcelona. Catalunya. 11/09/2023. Foto de Pepín.

The Crypto Crisis - Dissent Magazine

The latest cryptocurrency crash illustrates why the entire financial sector needs to be subject to democratic control.

Bitcoin can only process about seven transactions per second. (Visa does something like 1,700 per second, and claims they are capable of 24,000.) Having so many different miners in the system race to verify the same transaction creates a gigantic amount of wasted time and energy. And, as transaction chains get longer and the networks get bigger, verifying transactions gets more difficult, which has led to an arms race for processing power. Bitcoin miners are partly responsible for the computer-chip shortage that has made it difficult to get new cars, computers, and PlayStations. By one calculation, Bitcoin consumes more electricity than Finland. An individual transaction produces about half a ton of carbon dioxide. Bitcoin has probably undone all the reductions in greenhouse-gas emissions produced by the adoption of electric vehicles.

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Cracking the Code: SEO's Hidden Powers Unleashed for NFT Sellers

In the bustling world of digital assets, where every pixel matters, standing out is the name of the game. If you're rocking the NFT seller vibe, here's a pro tip – let's talk about the secret sauce: SEO. Yep, Search Engine Optimization – it's not just a buzzword; it's your golden ticket to making your NFT store shine. Buckle up as we explore the wizardry of SEO and how it can level up your game by boosting visibility, credibility, and, of course, those all-important sales.

Boosting the Spotlight on Your NFT Store:

SEO is like your backstage pass to the show. It tells search engines, "Hey, this NFT store is where it's at!" The result? Your unique collection of NFTs gets a front-row seat in the search results, and a broader audience discovers your digital gems.

Riding the Wave of Organic Traffic:

SEO isn't about any traffic – it's about the right traffic. Picture this: people actively searching for NFTs stumble upon your store. More eyeballs mean more potential buyers checking out your NFT wonders. It's not just traffic; it's a crowd that's genuinely interested in what you're offering.

Building Street Cred in the NFT Hood:

Ever notice how the cool kids get noticed? A high-ranking NFT store isn't just a store; it's a digital VIP lounge. It screams credibility and trustworthiness. And you know what that means – buyers are more likely to drop some digital dollars when they trust your spot.

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In the wild world of NFTs, it's a jungle out there. A higher search ranking isn't just a status symbol; it's your golden key to stand out from the pack. SEO ensures that your NFT wonders grab the attention they deserve.

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SEO is not just about keywords; it's about the vibe. A well-optimized store is a smooth ride for your visitors. Faster load times, mobile-friendliness, and easy navigation – it's the VIP experience for every user who steps into your digital domain.

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SEO lets you target specific keywords related to your NFT game. No more casting a wide net; this is a laser-focused approach. You're not just connecting; you're making a digital handshake with users genuinely interested in what you're dropping.

Local Swagger, Global Impact:

Got a physical presence? Local SEO is your hometown hero. It makes sure your NFT store is the talk of the town, attracting buyers in your vicinity and beyond.

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The online world moves fast, and SEO keeps you ahead of the game. Evolving search engine algorithms? No sweat. SEO practices ensure your NFT store is always in the spotlight, no matter what digital twists and turns come your way.

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Every NFT in your collection is a star, and SEO makes sure each one shines. Optimized product listings mean they're not just seen; they're discovered. That's the secret sauce for higher conversion rates and happy customers.

Data-Driven Success:

SEO tools aren't just cool gadgets; they're your crystal ball. They give you insights into what makes your audience tick. With analytics-driven decisions, you're not just running a store; you're orchestrating a digital symphony.

Now, imagine having all these SEO superpowers seamlessly integrated into your NFT store. Well, hold onto your pixels because NFTHoom is here to make it happen. With NFTHoom, you're not just selling NFTs; you're creating a digital spectacle that reaches the right audience. it's a blockbuster, and the stage is set for your NFT empire to rise. Ready to let your NFTs steal the show? NFTHoom's got your back!

So "charitable" donations from billionaires were BS all along? Economics rant incoming.

I've been looking up how to set up a charity trust, like the kind hella rich people use, because I've got this dream of buying land someday and turning it into a public park / food forest that stays public and has maintenance and taxes covered?

But hoooooly shit, just reading up on the kinda of charitable trusts you can set up??? Insane. The #1 person benefitting from that "charity" is the person who donated. It's legal tax evasion, a way to hold investments without paying taxes on them, and get payouts for yourself for a long ass time before a charity ever sees a dime.

Like literally I think I figured out how someone could take a million bucks, put it in one of these tax sheltered trusts, invest and pay themselves 3 million bucks over 40 years, and only leave 200k of it to charity? While still following the letter of the law. No, even better, donating twice as much money to charity as the law requires, far sooner than it actually requires. I'm never again reading an article like "billionaire donates millions to charity" the same way again. ("Billionaire legally turns millions into more millions for himself and his family, who will have to give a few hundred thousand dollars to charity after he and his kids die?")

Like giving money to "charity" through these trusts? Well, that means a way of investing some of your money while avoiding paying income or capitol gains taxes, and every year getting a payout (like up to 50% of the assets in the trust, re-assessed annually as they grow - and 50% is more than most investors would choose to withdraw annually anyway? So it's really just a tax sheltered investment.) (Not even getting into the fact that art is one of the investments you can have, and art valuation is verrry subjective? So you get an art assessor saying the art you bought at 1million is now worth 5million? Okayyy)

So.... If you put money in, and invest it in stocks? Or more cynically, apartment buildings? You can have tax-free paychecks TO YOURSELF, as your investment grows and you can take money out of that investment till you die. Then, if the date you chose to give the leftover money to charity hasn't happened yet? Your kids (or other beneficiaries) get that paycheck.

Like holy shit. When you see billionaires donating lots of money to charity? They could (and probably are) donating it to their damn selves, and kids, while legally evading taxes. It ain't selfless, it's a fuckin moneymaker for THEM.

Now I really get this saying i heard from a corporate accountant I went out with - "a good tax lawyer will ask you how much you want to pay in taxes" ... And what the fuck. Didn't realize how goddamn literal that was.

(Also fun fact I learned from her - most tax laws on the books were lobbied for by a single corporation to give themselves a tax loophole above other companies, and after it becomes law, it has the strange effect of other companies mimicking the financial model of the first, once they catch on, to exploit the same loophole. So there's a huge incentive to make tax laws as confusing as possible - so the competitor businesses don't catch on to the lobbyist businesses secret loophole. And taxes won't get easier or fairer without legislation against corporate political lobbying)

Like even the kinds of tax-sheltered investments that "normal people" know about like IRAs and 401ks are just the tip of the iceberg when you think about how, the more money you have, the less taxes apply to you. Not to mention the whole way the idea of "investment" is really just another word for skimming the profits off another person's labor.

I'd always heard people cynically say that billionaires only donate for the tax deduction, but I thought it meant "don't pay taxes, and give the money to charity" not "don't pay taxes, and invest the money, and make money for yourself and your children tax free"

anyway I don't think I'm gonna make a trust, gonna just keep on giving the food not bombs crew cash because they actually do something with it?

(also if any of y'all nerds think I'm misunderstanding shit, I might be? I'm very much not an economics nerd, just trying to learn and getting p cynical about what I find)

Barcelona. Catalunya. 11/09/2023. Foto de Pepín.

My financial advise for you in the current climate and impending recession is to invest in cats instead of things like the stock market or real estate, cats have more value since they can purr, give you cuddle and kisses, also they are cute.

‘Pirate’ Streaming Apps Beat Netflix and Disney in Brazil’s Play Store

Pirate streaming apps are leading the entertainment category in Brazil's Google Play Store. These unauthorized streaming apps draw a massive audience and beat official streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney, and HBO in download rankings. While piracy is a worldwide phenomenon, Brazil certainly stands out.

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