April Week 2 - 2025

BITCOIN RESET
Bitcoin Rallies as Trump Pauses Tariffs, Signals Global Reset

After weeks of market turmoil and a record setting $5 trillion wipeout, a sharp reversal is underway. President Trump has just announced a 90 day pause on tariffs for countries that did not retaliate, giving global markets room to breathe and a signal that serious negotiations are on the table. Meanwhile, China, which did retaliate, saw its tariff rate surge to 125 percent. The message is clear: play ball or pay up.

Markets are reacting fast. A relief rally is underway with stocks and crypto jumping double digits. Bitcoin, in particular, is showing resilience. Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan sees significant upside ahead, pointing to institutional strength and stability in the face of recent chaos. Unlike past sell offs, Bitcoin has held its ground near $80,000, refusing to be dragged down by liquidations.

Even more telling, reports confirm that China and Russia are settling some energy trades in Bitcoin. In a world shifting toward multiple reserve currencies, this is a big deal. As fiat currencies wobble, Bitcoin steps in as the neutral hedge, digital gold for a new monetary era.

The U.S. government seems to agree. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant has called for regulatory reforms to unleash blockchain, stablecoins, and Bitcoin's potential. Behind the scenes, the U.S. has already acquired nearly 400,000 Bitcoin, with a growing push to build a strategic reserve. Think digital Fort Knox.

So what’s the play here? For long term investors, this may be the moment. Amid economic uncertainty, Bitcoin is positioning itself as the cleanest investment response. The thesis is simple: crypto will matter more in five years than it does today. With macro tailwinds building, now may be the time to buy the dip, zoom out, and let history do the heavy lifting.

AI RESET
How One Person Can Build a Billion-Dollar Company Using AI

It sounds far fetched, but the founder of OpenAI put it plainly: one person, powered by AI, can now build a billion dollar company. Not someday, but today.

The formula? Build a product that doesn’t require human fulfillment, scales globally, and boasts high profit margins. Only one model consistently checks all three boxes: software, specifically Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). Think SendGrid, GitHub, Figma billion-dollar exits, all from digital tools that delivered value without manual effort.

But here’s where it gets wild: with AI, anyone can now build these tools without writing a single line of code. Platforms like Lovable and Bolt let non technical founders launch fully functional apps by simply describing what they want. “Build an Airbnb for student laundry,” and a working prototype shows up in minutes, database and payment integrations included.

Still, building the product is just phase one. The next challenge is time. Repetitive tasks eat up your day and keep you working in your business, not on it. AI automation fixes that. Tools like Zapier, Make, and n8n can handle everything from onboarding to proposals while you sleep.

Then comes the final piece: agents. Unlike automations that follow rules, AI agents learn, adapt, and execute. They become your sales team, your customer support, even your marketing department. Tools like Lindy and Cursor make it possible to train these agents on your business, letting you scale without ever hiring full-time staff.

So what now?

Building a billion-dollar business is no longer about headcount or venture capital. It’s about smart leverage, scalable systems, and embracing AI as your cofounder. With the right tools and mindset, the solo founder revolution is already here. The only question is who builds it first. 😎

CRYPTO RESET
The Surprising Rise of Solo Bitcoin Block Finders

Something strange and kind of wonderful is happening in the world of Bitcoin mining. A tiny, low powered device known as the Bitaxe just hit another Bitcoin block, earning its solo operator the full block reward. That’s right, a single miner with just 500 gigahash of hash rate pulled off what seems statistically improbable, especially given today’s mining difficulty of 112 trillion.

This isn't the first time it’s happened. A similar event in July turned heads when a Bitaxe Supra snagged a block reward. At the time, it felt like a fluke. Now, with another win under its belt, the story is starting to look more like a trend.

The Bitaxe is no industrial powerhouse. It’s small, quiet, and uses very little power, especially when compared to the massive rigs that usually dominate the space. But it’s also open source, meaning anyone can build one, tinker with it, or even stack several together. Developers are now creating multi chip versions like the Bitaxe GT and Gamma, and enthusiasts are going all-in, modding these devices with solar power, oil immersion, and creative hardware tweaks.

Of course, the odds of hitting a block solo remain tiny. But that’s part of what makes this so compelling. It’s not just about probability, it’s about possibility. Anyone can participate. Anyone can win.

These micro mining miracles reflect something much deeper about Bitcoin: its accessibility, its permissionless nature, and the innovative spirit of the community around it. In a world where giant mining farms often seem to own the game, the Bitaxe reminds us that the little guy still has a shot.

And that, in the end, is what makes Bitcoin great!

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