No business will be impacted in 2025 as much as cryptocurrency. President Trump's executive order concerning crypto encompasses several key points aimed at promoting growth.

But what do individuals and businesses need to know about the world of crypto? Where are the financial risks and benefits? How can brands harness blockchain technology to enhance their relationship with consumers?

In this episode, Mark Beckman discusses the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency with Nicholas Lyons, founder of Verus. They delve into President Trump's executive order on crypto, its implications for 2025, and the critical role of blockchain technology for brands.

The conversation covers the different eras of cryptocurrency, the importance of stablecoins, and the potential regulatory changes under the new administration. They also explore the intersection of AI and crypto, the role of meme coins, and how geopolitical dynamics might shift in this new era. Elon Musk's influence on meme culture and his role in the crypto market is also highlighted, along with the broader impact on the financial systems and consumer markets.

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Nicholas on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-lyons-20015230/

Verus: https://verus.io/

Valu.Earth: https://valu.earth/

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John Perkins is the economic hitman. A conman. Perkins arranged meetings with world leaders specifically to create debt traps. Death economies. When the world leaders failed to comply, it was made clear that Perkins had serious force behind him. He calls them his jackals: the CIA.

John Perkins was a chief economist who leveraged the World Bank, the United Nations, and the IMF to extract valuable resources around the globe in regions like the Middle East and South America. His actions expanded wealth inequality. And as a result, there was an assassination attempt on Jon's life.

The United States has been exploiting various regions of the world for decades. Now China is following and setting debt traps across Africa, the Middle East, Russia, and beyond.

In this episode, Marc dives deep into the life and experiences of John Perkins, the renowned author of Confessions of an Economic Hitman. John shares his eye-opening journey as a former chief economist and self-described "economic hitman," revealing how he orchestrated debt traps to exploit nations globally. From negotiating billion-dollar deals to witnessing the devastating consequences of these actions, Perkins paints a haunting picture of the "death economy" and its enduring legacy.

The conversation also explores China's adoption of similar strategies, modern-day debt traps, and the technological evolution of economic warfare, including AI and drones. Perkins introduces his transformative vision of a "life economy," offering hope for a sustainable and equitable future.

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Website: https://johnperkins.org/
John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jperkinsauthor/#
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Books:
Confessions of an Economic Hitman
The Secret History of the American Empire
Touching the Jaguar

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Will Gucci take off? Is Hermes dead in its tracks? Artificial intelligence is a superpower that will launch the luxury sector into the stratosphere, but only for brands wise enough to embrace the new technology now.

David Klingbeil is the founder and CEO of Submarine.ai and a professor at New York University who specializes in the luxury sector. Who better to break down the opportunities and threats which exist perfectly at the intersection of AI and luxury than David? Nobody!

On this episode, Mr. Klingbeil weighs in on how AI will transform the relationship between luxury houses and consumers vis-a-vis new hardware, AI-augmented storytelling, fashion robots, and of course - they gotta pay! - cryptocurrency.

Klingbeil highlights the potential for AI to revolutionize how luxury brands identify trends, create content, and improve customer service, while also addressing the challenges and risks associated with AI adoption.

The episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of technology and luxury, featuring real-world examples and future predictions.

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David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidklingbeil
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Website: https://submarine.ai/

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