Goldilocks’ Comments and Global Economic News Tuesday 5-7-2024
Good Evening
For the last three and a half years, we have been talking about the new digital economy. We have talked about legislative bills and infrastructure Networks being built to support the new digital banking system.
Currently, we are witnessing several legislative bills moving through Congress today. And, we are witnessing regulations this month formulate new guidelines for this new digital economy.
Earlier this year, we witnessed Protocol 20 begin the process of expansion of networks connecting to each other inside Quantum Technological Protocols.
Payment systems will begin emerging onto the scene as each of these new tokenized assets is currently in the regulation process along with discussions in Congress to push them forward.
At this point, credit valuation adjustments will begin to occur inside the new digital asset-based trading system. The time for price discovery through the movement of supply and demand is about to make itself known.
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HEARING
Hearing Entitled: SEC Enforcement: Balancing Deterrence with Due Process | Youtube
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 10:00 AM in 2128 Rayburn House Office Building
Capital Markets Subcommittee
Click here to view the Committee Memorandum.
Click here to view the LIVESTREAM of this hearing.
Witnesses
Mr. Andrew Vollmer, Senior Affiliated Scholar at the Mercatus Center and former SEC Deputy General Counsel
Mr. Nick Morgan, President and Founder, Investor Choice Advocates Network
Professor Paul Eckert, Professor of the Practice of Law, College of William & Mary Law School
Mr. John Reed Stark, President, John Reed Stark Consulting Legislation
H.R. 6695, the “Due Process Restoration Act of 2023, to authorize private parties to compel the Securities and Exchange Commission to seek sanctions by filing civil actions, and for other purposes”
H.R. ____, to clarify what constitutes a violation of the federal securities laws for purposes of determining penalty amounts
H.R. ____, to clarify the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 with respect to civil money penalties and the authority to seek disgorgement
H.R. ____, to repeal the policy of the Securities and Exchange Commission set forth in 17 C.F.R. § 202.5(e)
H.R. ____, to clarify that, like with actions brought under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, certain actions filed under the Securities Act of 1933 are required to be heard in federal court
H.R. ____ to codify the process to obtain waivers from certain disqualifications under the federal securities laws
H.J.Res. ____ , providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to “Reporting of Securities Loans”
H.J.Res. ____, providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to “Short Position and Short Activity Reporting by Institutional Investment Managers”
H.J.Res. ____, providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to “Further Definition of ‘As a Part of a Regular Business’ in the Definition of Dealer and Government Securities Dealer in Connection With Certain Liquidity Providers”
H J Res. ____ , providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to “Form PF; Reporting Requirements for All Filers and Large Hedge Fund Advisers”
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Take a look at this long list of legislative bills that are getting ready to be run through Congress today.
Each in some way deals with all the legislative bills we’ve been talking about on this channel regarding large hedge funds accounts, Exchange Act procedures, and more.
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Central banks must revise business model, embrace CBDCs — ECB member | CoinTelegraph
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RAISE-1 AI Robot Demos 49 Axes Humanoid Using This New Tech (“AGI-BOT” ANDROID, EL BRAIN) | Youtube
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You can break down a list of participating banks in your state.
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Again, you don’t know what you don’t know.
Building relationships is key when managing wealth.
Always be in learning mode to new opportunities when talking to those in this arena. IntraFi
*Hint – Listen, Check, Validate and Act.
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{Economic: Al-Furat News} The Ministry of Commerce announced the holding of the meetings of the third session of the Trade and Investment Framework Agreement between Iraq and the United States of America in Washington, D.C., after a break of more than nine years, headed by the Iraqi side, the economic agent Ghassan Farhan Hamid, and from the American side, the Office of Trade Representation.
The Economic Agent for Trade said in a statement to the Ministry that received a copy of it {Euphrat News} that “the meeting discussed many axes, the most important of which are the agricultural sector, standardization, qualitative control, financial system, customs, company registration, intellectual property rights, Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization, the health sector and government contracts.”
He pointed out “the confirmation during the meetings that the Iraqi government is open to all parties and that economic reform and diversifying the economy are among the priorities to be worked on, and that Iraq is ready to discuss any proposal that leads to strengthening relations between the two countries.” Search4Dinar
WATCH THE WATER
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Why Are Central Banks Buying So Much #Gold? | Youtube
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Learn about the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s gold vault | NewYorkFed
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Stellar Development Foundation Q1 2024 Report: Initiatives and Achievements Propel Growth | Crypto News
As 2024 unfolds, the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) has released a comprehensive report detailing its accomplishments in the first quarter. The period was marked by significant milestones, including the launch of smart contracts on the network and a remarkable growth in asset value, reflecting Stellar’s increasing influence in the blockchain sector.
The year began with Stellar implementing smart contracts through its new platform, Soroban. This move is poised to revolutionize Stellar’s ecosystem by enhancing functionality and developer engagement. Moreover, the total value of real-world assets held on Stellar reached an impressive $533 million, underpinned by a substantial $1.6 billion in total payments volume processed this quarter. Stellar continues to offer extremely low transaction costs, averaging $0.000065, maintaining its position as a leader in cost efficiency.
Smart Contracts on Stellar: The Soroban Era
Soroban represents a significant leap forward for Stellar, providing a robust, Rust-based environment tailored for developing scalable and sensible smart contracts. This platform not only advances Stellar’s technological framework but also significantly expands its utility and appeal to developers.
The surge to $533 million in assets highlights Stellar’s growing role in financial services, especially through the tokenization of assets. This process enhances liquidity and market efficiency, presenting new opportunities for investment and asset management within the financial sector.
SDF’s efforts have been pivotal in enhancing financial inclusion, with a particular focus on facilitating access to financial services globally. The forthcoming Meridian 2024 conference, scheduled for October 15-17 in London, is set to celebrate these achievements and unveil future initiatives.
In its quest for global expansion and improved security, SDF has been actively engaging with the global community and strengthening its technological stack. A notable initiative is the Soroban Audit Bank (https://stellar.org/blog/developers/the-soroban-audit-bank-fostering-a-secure-smart-contract-ecosystem), which supports security audits for projects on Stellar, ensuring that Stellar remains a secure and reliable platform for all users.
Why It Matters: Stellar’s Strategic Vision
Stellar’s strategic initiatives are shaping a financial landscape that is more inclusive, efficient, and secure. The deployment of smart contracts and the expansion of asset tokenization are just examples of how Stellar is unlocking the potential of blockchain technology to foster a more connected and accessible financial world.
In conclusion, Stellar Development Foundation’s first quarter of 2024 has set a robust pace for the year. With smart contracts live and assets growing, Stellar is poised to further its mission of transforming the global financial landscape, making it more inclusive and efficient through blockchain technology.
