The global crypto space is hardly unfamiliar with such turbulence. We’re accustomed to seeing price volatility as adoption rates change, technology improves, and the newest influencer stirs up fervor. Lately, something else has been driving the crypto narrative: political statements. I would argue that our overreliance on political tides is...
OverTraders.com is your home for comprehensive analysis of today’s financial markets. In this piece we’ll explore how State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction changes could shape political fortunes ahead of next year’s mid-term elections, focusing on key demographics and states. Understanding the State and Local Tax Deduction (SALT) The State...
And right now, the winds of change are blowing through the SSA once again. Many would embrace this change as a breath of fresh air, but I’m still feeling the concern. Given these challenges, the agency has moved forward with formally nominating a new commissioner. This state of affairs begs...
Lawmakers want to cap the federal deduction for state and local taxes (SALT). Specifically, they’re looking at potential preventive and therapeutic changes to the currently arbitrary cap. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 set the current SALT cap. Now households can deduct no more than $10,000 in...
America PAC — a pro-Elon Musk political action committee that has raised millions of dollars. It is paying $100 to Wisconsin voters who agree to sign a petition denouncing “activist judges.” Voters will be incentivized, receiving $100 for each additional voter they recruit to sign the petition. This effort is...
Attorneys general from 20 states and the District of Columbia have already fired the opening shot by launching a lawsuit against the Trump administration. They’re challenging the dismissal of more than 1,300 workers at the U.S. Department of Education. Her workforce-loving, swamp-draining lawsuit alleges that the layoffs are intended to...
Unfortunately, the Trump administration seems determined to press ahead with its reciprocal tariff plan, which is still due to start on April 2. The plan goes out of its way to ensure a level playing field. It does this by assigning tariff rates to countries based on the duties those...
Well, President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday that will take us a lot further in that direction by destroying the U.S. Department of Education. Today’s move signals a change in federal oversight of education and student financial aid more generally. The Education Department is in charge of managing...
We hear about it constantly. Famed for it being a leading indicator of economic prosperity, a weather vane on the roof of our national wallet. But is it really the gold standard, best measure ever, metrics by which all other metrics should be judged? As a journalist who has spent...
OverTraders.com just published a great in-depth Ethereum PoS vs Other Major Crypto PoS Models article. This side-by-side rundown helps shed light on the merits and demerits of each in different situations, providing critical information for traders and investors alike. Understanding Bitcoin and Ethereum To understand the nuances between different consensus...
Summary This piece dives deep into the startling effects of economic uncertainty on both mental health and consumer activity. This animated short dives into the psychological impact of recessions. Together, low consumer confidence and a fear of living in isolation can further increase stress, anxiety, and depression. By examining various...
Ever been sold your insurance policy as not just a safety net but a wise financial move, too? It’s a dangerous proposal, I recognize. Imagine the opportunity of having the benefit of protection along with the potential for financial growth. You’ll have a chance to hear directly about what’s new...
At the same time, the United States has increased its reliance on sanctions as a tool of foreign policy. Now, it focuses on individuals, countries and entities across the globe. These measures are put in place by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Their purpose is to shape behavior...
Artificial intelligence has gone from an imagined technological fantasy to an integral part of our everyday lives. From super-personalized recommendations on our separate site OverTraders.com to the algorithms that are reshaping our financial markets, AI’s influence can’t be overstated. This rapid integration comes with a chilling undercurrent: the potential for...
Obesity is the biggest threat to public health in the world, impacting nearly 650 million people worldwide. Yet it doesn’t stop there — the burden of transportation inequities weighs heavily on mental and emotional health. Real people are dealing with unfortunate obstacles while attempting to lose weight. As a result,...
The quick fix is perhaps the most potent temptation of all, particularly in the realm of weight loss. We know we’re all living in a world bombarded with images of unrealistic bodies. After all, the allure of losing weight with no effort — just a prescription — is difficult to...