The Crypto Hustle: Bitcoin Rodney and the $1.8 Billion Pyramid Collapse

In January 2024, the US DOJ decided to bring Xue Lee, affectionately known as Sam Lee, and Brenda Chunga, who prefers to embrace ‘Bitcoin Beautee’, into the spotlight. Turns out, these characters spun a tale so unbelievable that even the most gullible might have thought it was a grocery store full of free samples. The story? They claimed that investors would be rolling in crypto riches, thanks to mining operations that apparently existed only in the realm of fantasy.

2026: The Market’s New Year’s Resolution

After President Trump’s tariffs, the S&P 500 took a hit so dramatic it felt like a bad haircut. But then, like a determined tourist in a foreign city, it bounced back, adding 16% year to date. The economy, however, is less of a tourist and more of a person who’s lost their passport. Hiring has slowed, unemployment hit a four-year high, and I’m not sure if anyone’s still buying the “I Heart Tariffs” mug I got at a roadside stand in 2018.

2026 Market Predictions: A Presidential Paradox

The Presidential Election Cycle Theory, for instance, is based on data that shows that market performance in the latter two years of each president’s term has tended to outperform the first two years. It’s like a medieval knight’s quest: the first half is filled with battles, the second with feasts (if you’re lucky).

The Great Crash Comeback: How Bitcoin and Gold Will Make You Rich (Or Not)

Our favorite author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” Robert, took to his favorite soapbox-X (formerly Twitter)-to drop some wisdom bombs about how to endure the economic mess, with particular affection for getting your hands on assets that don’t mind crashing and burning. His advice? Think ahead, own things that generate cash, and get yourself some digital gold-yes, Bitcoin. Because what could possibly go wrong? 🤷‍♂️💻