52 Years of Fiat: The economic legacy of abandoning the gold standard

CryptoSlate's latest report dives deep into the U.S. government's decision to abandon the gold standard in 1971 and its far-reaching consequences, many of which are still unfolding today.

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α Weekly Report

52 Years of Fiat: The economic legacy of abandoning the gold standard

CryptoSlate's latest report dives deep into the U.S. government's decision to abandon the gold standard in 1971 and its far-reaching consequences, many of which are still unfolding today.

α Weekly Research

Bitcoin’s drop to $26.6K sees over $160M in realized losses

Bitcoin's drop to $26,298 triggered a massive liquidation event and led to over $160 million in realized losses on-chain.

Bitcoin at $28.5K: Unpacking the significance of tight Bollinger Bands

Bitcoin's breach of a lower Bollinger Band may suggest a market turnaround.

α Top Insights

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• Russian turmoil fuels unprecedented USDT/RUB trade volume surge

• Robust Bitcoin growth trend outpaces inflation, data reveal diminishing return concerns

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