Beneath the glittering facade of Dubai, a quiet exodus is underway. Not of refugees fleeing war or poverty, but of billionaires, the captains of industry, the titans of finance, discreetly packing their bags and whispering of a new El Dorado in the sun-drenched sands. Gone are the days of seeking …
Read More »Debunking the myth: Boeing study and retirement age
There’s a persistent belief that retiring early translates to a longer life, often linked to a supposed “Boeing study” on life expectancy and retirement age. This article dives into the truth behind this claim. The ‘Boeing study’ and its findings The concept hinges on an actuarial study supposedly conducted by …
Read More »Capital flight: What happens when governments nationalise bank accounts
In recent years, the spectre of capital flight has haunted countries grappling with economic instability, as governments, in desperate bids to solidify control and stabilise their economies, have taken drastic measures by nationalising bank accounts. Such interventions, far from being a panacea, have often precipitated dire consequences for the national …
Read More »$15 billion Onecoin Ponzi scheme: The story of the ‘Cryptoqueen’, Ruja Ignatova
Remember the meteoric rise of FTX and Sam Bankman-Fried, the seemingly invincible king of crypto, only to witness its spectacular collapse and SBF’s downfall? Brace yourself for another tale of audacity and deceit, this time involving the infamous “Cryptoqueen”, Ruja Ignatova, and her brainchild – the elaborate Ponzi scheme that …
Read More »The necessary evil: How property tax is calculated and its societal benefits
Property tax is often viewed as a necessary evil in the realm of taxation, and while it may be unpopular among property owners, its significance in fostering societal well-being cannot be overstated. This article delves into how property tax is calculated, the reasons why property tax is deemed essential, and …
Read More »Trinidad and Tobago’s economic future: As predicted by Benner’s Prophecies
In the field of economic forecasting, Samuel Benner’s works, particularly his book “Benner’s Prophecies of Future Ups and Downs in Prices” published in 1875, stands as a testament to early attempts at understanding and predicting market dynamics. While not universally accepted, Benner’s philosophy, rooted in the “Law of Periodicity”, warrants …
Read More »10 Reasons you should invest in gold in 2023
In a world where money can become worthless overnight, the idea to invest in gold becomes more enticing. In 2023, imagine that the bank where you store your money can collapse in the blink of an eye. It seems like there is no way to store the wealth that you …
Read More »Cryptocurrency, should you invest in 2022?
Cryptocurrency had a roller coaster year in 2018, Bitcoin the largest and most popular Cryptocurrency is used as a benchmark of market conditions and trends. Bitcoin, reached a peak of $19,500 between December 2017 to January 2018 after that what seemed like a free fall ...
Read More »Property ownership and investment is being revolutionised by EstateX
The future of property ownership and investment is being revolutionised by EstateX ($ESX) which is making it simple, affordable, and accessible for anyone to invest in real estate and to generate a passive income with as little as €100. EstateX will make it possible for anyone to build a property …
Read More »TerraUSD and Luna: How to lose a trillion dollars in one week
By Jevan Soyer. Crypto this month witnessed its biggest crash to date with TerraUSD and Luna. The trillion dollars mentioned in the headline is not an exaggeration to induce you to click on the link. At least one trillion dollars was lost in the crypto market at the time of …
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