Febuary Week 2 - 2025

AI RESET
AI Agents Are Here and Everything Changes Today?

If you thought AI was already shaking up the world, buckle up. AI agents are here, and they are evolving at a speed that makes ChatGPT look like a flip phone. In just the last six months, the AI agent market has exploded, and it is projected to hit a mind-boggling $216 billion by 2035. That is a 40 percent annual growth rate. And yes, big players like Google, Microsoft, IBM, and Amazon are all in.

So what exactly are AI agents? Think of them as digital employees that work autonomously, handling tasks you would normally assign to a person. They can manage customer service, run sales calls, conduct market research, optimize search rankings, write content, generate ads, and even buy and place those ads. And, these agents do not get tired, they do not need vacations, and they learn as they go.

For business owners, this sounds like a dream. Imagine having a team of AI agents handling all your marketing, sales, and operations while you sit back and watch your revenue grow. In fact, 83 percent of sales teams that implemented AI saw revenue increases, and 92 percent of service teams reported cost reductions. Businesses that are not using AI are already falling behind.

But what happens when AI can do everything a gig worker does? Freelancers, copywriters, virtual assistants, coders, even legal researchers, AI is coming for these jobs first. The gig economy has flourished in the information age, but we are now entering the age of intelligence. Knowledge is no longer scarce. AI can generate and apply knowledge instantly, eliminating the advantage humans once had.

And here is the crazy part, AI agents are now hiring and paying other AI agents using Bitcoin. This is not theoretical. It is happening now. The financial system is not built for AI-to-AI transactions, but Bitcoin is. AI understands energy costs, and Bitcoin is a decentralized, energy-backed system that is perfectly suited for this new world.

So what does this mean for you? First, if you are in business, embrace AI now or risk being left behind. Second, stack your skills, AI is a tool, and those who learn to use it creatively will stay ahead. Finally, stack your assets. If Bitcoin is the currency of AI, it might be worth paying attention.

This is not the future, this is now! 🤖💰

ECONOMIC RESET
The China & U.S. Trade War, Who Will Win?

The world’s two biggest economies are at it again. The United States and China are locked in an escalating trade battle, with tariffs flying back and forth like an intense game of economic ping-pong. President Trump, a self-proclaimed fan of tariffs, has introduced a new round of import taxes on Chinese goods. Beijing, unsurprisingly, has responded in kind. So what does all of this mean, and is there any real winner in a trade war?

A tariff, at its core, is a tax on imported goods. The idea behind them is simple, make foreign products more expensive so consumers are more likely to buy domestically produced products. Trump sees tariffs as a way to level the playing field, reduce the trade deficit, and put pressure on China to play by America's rules. But there is one major catch. Businesses importing these goods are the ones paying the price, and they will most likely pass those costs down to consumers. That means higher prices for everything from electronics to sneakers.

China, for its part, is not backing down. While their response has been less aggressive, they have still imposed tariffs on American coal, oil, and agricultural equipment. They have also started targeting US companies with investigations and regulatory hurdles. The Chinese economy depends heavily on exports, and a trade war threatens to shake its stability at a time when it is already facing economic challenges.

The bigger question is whether tariffs can actually halt China’s economic rise. The two economies are deeply intertwined, and despite all the rhetoric, completely untangling them seems impossible. Trade benefits both countries, and as history has shown, economic battles often end with both sides taking a hit. The real impact? Higher prices for consumers and uncertainty for businesses. Let’s hope President Trump doesn’t miscalculate China’s fortitude and the American equity markets don’t panic over the uncertainty.

This fight is just getting started, and no one really knows how all this will unfold. 🙏🏼😬

TAX RESET
What Trump’s Proposed Tax Reforms Could Mean for You

I know, I know, taxes might be the last thing anyone wants to talk about (Yawn), but when major tax reforms are on the table, it is time to pay attention. Donald Trump has laid out his plan for an overhaul that could have big implications for individuals, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. If passed, this would be the most significant tax shift in over a decade, and it could change how Americans earn, save, and invest.

So what exactly is on the table? Let’s break it down.

One of the biggest headline grabbers is the proposed elimination of taxes on tips, Social Security income, and overtime pay. That could mean more take-home money for service workers, retirees, and hourly employees putting in extra hours. But the real game-changer is the extension of the 2017 tax cuts, which slashed corporate taxes and created incentives for small businesses. Trump wants to keep those cuts in place, which would be a massive win for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses without Uncle Sam taking a bigger bite.

Another key proposal involves giving tax breaks to companies that manufacture in the United States. This could be a huge boost for domestic production and supply chains, but the details remain unclear. Would these incentives be strong enough to encourage companies to move operations back to the U.S., or will they remain symbolic gestures?

For small business owners, taxes can be one of the biggest hurdles to growth. High tax burdens often mean less cash for hiring, marketing, or investing in better equipment. If these reforms pass, businesses could have more breathing room, making it easier to expand.

Of course, the proposals still have to go through Congress, and we all know how that process goes 🙄. But for now, we wait. If these tax cuts make it through, it could be a game-changer for businesses and individuals alike. 💰

DISCLAIMER:
This newsletter is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions or investments. Please be careful and do your own research.