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May Week 1 - 2025
( 1 ) Institutional Capital and the Bitcoin Super Cycle( 2 ) The Future of Mitochondrial Healing Therapy and Its Potential( 3 ) What’s Happening with Gold and the Global Financial System
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Here are this weeks insightful reads:
( 1 ) Institutional Capital and the Bitcoin Super Cycle
( 2 ) The Future of Mitochondrial Healing Therapy and Its Potential
( 3 ) What’s Happening with Gold and the Global Financial System
BITCOIN RESET
Institutional Capital and the Bitcoin Super Cycle
Bitcoin's journey from niche digital asset to global powerhouse is about to accelerate, thanks to a tidal wave of institutional capital. This week, SoftBank, Tether, and Caner Fitzgerald joined forces to launch 21 Capital, a $3 billion acquisition vehicle aimed at capitalizing on Bitcoin’s rise. Leading the charge is Jack Mallers, CEO of Strike, a key player in Bitcoin’s treasury space. But why now?
With traditional markets in turmoil, stagflation, a sagging treasury market, and dwindling fiat confidence, Bitcoin stands out as a safe haven. Major institutions are increasingly viewing Bitcoin as a better store of value than bonds or stocks, which are losing their appeal due to central bank policies. When SoftBank, with $300 billion in assets, and Tether, with $125 billion in reserves, start eyeing Bitcoin, the message is clear, the asset class is ready for prime time.
In fact, even Caner Fitzgerald, a financial giant with $70 trillion in annual bond trading flow, has jumped on the Bitcoin bandwagon. Howard Lutnik, its CEO, confidently declares that Bitcoin has arrived, and we’re witnessing a major shift in global finance.
What’s more, institutional adoption is snowballing, with firms like MicroStrategy and others adding Bitcoin to their treasuries at breakneck speed. Bitcoin’s fixed supply of 21 million coins, combined with growing institutional demand, could propel Bitcoin’s price into uncharted territory.
As institutional investors ramp up their Bitcoin strategies, we're entering what some are calling the “Bitcoin Super Cycle.” With corporate treasuries and sovereign wealth funds circling, the countdown to Bitcoin’s next big leap is underway. Buckle up people, this cycle might redefine wealth as we know it. 😎💰
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BIOTECH RESET
The Future of Mitochondrial Healing Therapy and Its Potential
Mitochondria, often dubbed the "powerhouses" of our cells, play a crucial role in our health by generating the energy needed for our cells to function. But as we age, these energy generators start to break down, contributing to diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and even some cancers. So, what if we could repair or replace these damaged mitochondria? That’s where mitochondrial therapy, or "mitotherapy," comes in.
Recent research is making this vision a reality. A groundbreaking study from Sha Jang University in China has demonstrated a method to supercharge mitochondria production in stem cells. By making these stem cells produce over 800 times more mitochondria, and these mitochondria being five times more efficient, the researchers were able to repair damaged cartilage in animals, showing promise for treating joint injuries. This opens up the possibility of using mitochondrial therapy in a range of diseases, from muscle degeneration to brain function disorders.
One fascinating aspect of this research is the ability to transfer healthy mitochondria from one cell to another. A 2023 study from WashU in St. Louis showed that damaged cells can actually receive healthy mitochondria, which may help rejuvenate them and improve overall function. Imagine applying this to muscle repair or even restoring brain function as we age!
This emerging field could lead to revolutionary treatments in regenerative medicine, offering hope for people with chronic diseases or injuries that currently have few options. From sports injuries to neurodegenerative diseases, mitotherapy might just be the game changing therapy we’ve been waiting for. Stay tuned, the future of regenerative medicine is about to transform our lives.
MONEY RESET
What’s Happening with Gold and the Global Financial System
Gold, once the backbone of global currency, is slowly making its way back into the financial spotlight. Despite being dethroned by the U.S. dollar in the 20th century, it seems that gold is undergoing a reintegration into the global monetary system—and this time, it’s not just a trend.
In 2017, the German Bundesbank made waves by demanding the return of its gold reserves from the U.S. and the Bank of England, marking the beginning of a significant shift. Since then, many central banks—especially from Eastern Europe—followed suit, bringing gold back home. But it wasn’t just about storage. These countries, including Hungary and Poland, began buying more gold than ever before, collectively acquiring more in 2018 than in the previous 60 years. This wasn’t just a coincidence—it marked a turning point.
Fast forward to 2023, and we saw the Bank of International Settlements (BIS) reclassify gold as the world’s only tier-one reserve asset, alongside U.S. treasuries. What’s more intriguing is the U.S. has become a net importer of gold, something unheard of for decades. The gold market is getting tighter, with the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) reporting delays in shipments due to "shortages of trucks and manpower"—a sign that gold’s physical supply is under pressure.
Why does all this matter? Well, gold’s return is not just symbolic. It’s an insurance policy against the growing risks in fiat currencies and geopolitical tensions. As the U.S. and other nations accumulate gold, we’re witnessing a shift towards sound money. In the coming years, this may even include gold-backed digital currencies or treasury bonds, helping restore trust in a system struggling under immense debt.
Gold is no longer just a relic—it’s becoming a vital piece in the future of global finance. The stakes have never been higher.
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