The U.S. dollar's dominance is threatened as digital currencies' security and data integrity become key factors in the global monetary system, challenging America's economic privilege. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/08/20/world/currencies-in-the-digital-age/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #usdollar #currencies #crytocurrencies #bitcoin #stablecoin #blockchains

U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive economic policies during his second term — including sweeping tariffs — risk triggering long-term damage to U.S. competitiveness, trust in the dollar. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/08/06/world/economic-cost-of-trumps-agenda/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #donaldtrump #useconomy #tariffs #trade #usdollar

The U.S. currency’s uncharacteristic behavior is another reason for Fed Chair Powell to ignore President Donald Trump and stay cautious on rate cuts. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/07/27/world/fed-should-tread-carefully-with-strange-dollar/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #usdollar #inflation #tariffs #moneysupply #donaldtrump #useconomy