What is the Mises Institute? The Mises Institute is a non-profit organization that exists to promote teaching and research in the Austrian School of economics, individual freedom, honest history, and international peace, in the tradition of Ludwig von Mises and Murray N. Rothbard. Non-political, non-partisan, and non-PC, we advocate a radical shift in the intellectual climate, away from statism and toward a private property order....
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Read More »Can America Survive Global De-Dollarization?
“Money does not grow on trees” is an old expression of wisdom that seems to have been disregarded by 21st century American policymakers. People all over the world and throughout time base their decisions primarily through lived experience. The US dollar became the world’s reserve currency in the aftermath of World War II, which is now almost eighty years ago. There is virtually no one in power at the American government or in leading institutions who has a living...
Read More »Can American Federalism Survive Global De-Dollarization?
“Money does not grow on trees” is an old expression of wisdom that seems to have been disregarded by 21st century American policymakers. People all over the world and throughout time base their decisions primarily through lived experience. The US dollar became the world’s reserve currency in the aftermath of World War II, which is now almost eighty years ago. There is virtually no one in power at the American government or in leading institutions who has a living...
Read More »Mexico Is Still Blaming Americans for Mexico’s Gang Violence
This week, the US Supreme court announced that it will consider throwing out the Mexican government’s suit in the case of Smith & Wesson Brands v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos. The Mexican government alleges that Smith & Wesson and wholesaler Witmer Public Safety Group Inc. are intentionally conspiring with middle-men to supply Mexican cartels with guns. The Mexican plaintiffs have never actually proven any of this, of course, and this is all part of a larger...
Read More »Election Outcome Presents Opportunity For Investors
As the November 2024 election draws near, the election outcome will profoundly affect the financial markets. Whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris wins the presidency, each administration will bring distinct policies creating investment opportunities and potential risks for investors. With a divisive political landscape, it is crucial to understand how these potential outcomes can shape the stock market and your portfolio strategy. Let’s break down the key...
Read More »Zu Mileis Verteidigung
Zu Mileis Verteidigung 04.10.2024 – von Philipp Bagus und Bernardo Ferrero Während die Mehrheit der Libertären Mileis Eintritt in die Politik und seine Maßnahmen als Präsident mit Wohlwollen betrachtet, teilen nicht alle Libertären diese Ansicht. Oscar Grau zum Beispiel hat einige kritische Artikel[1] geschrieben, in denen er die Innen- und Außenpolitik von Milei analysiert. In Bezug auf Ersteres hat Grau argumentiert, dass Mileis Ansatz...
Read More »MultiSig statt Hardware-Wallet: Buterin erklärt seine Krypto-Sicherheitsstrategie
Besitzer von Kryptowährungen stehen immer auch vor der Frage, wie sie ihre Krypto-Assets so aufbewahren können, dass sie vor Verlust durch Hackerangriffe oder auch vergessene Zugangsdaten möglichst geschützt sind. Häufig gelten Hardware-Wallets hier als die beste Aufbewahrungsmethode, einige Experten finden jedoch auch hier Kritikpunkte. Ethereum-Mitgründer Vitalik Buterin setzt daher auf eine besonders sichere Variante der Krypto-Verwahrung. • Hardware Wallets...
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What is the Mises Institute? The Mises Institute is a non-profit organization that exists to promote teaching and research in the Austrian School of economics, individual freedom, honest history, and international peace, in the tradition of Ludwig von Mises and Murray N. Rothbard. Non-political, non-partisan, and non-PC, we advocate a radical shift in the intellectual climate, away from statism and toward a private property order....
Read More »Fall 2024 Campus Mises Book Clubs
This fall, students from across the US are participating in reading groups led by scholars at various universities and colleges. These student groups promote deep reading and discussion of works in Austrian economics and libertarian political philosophy.If you are interested in leading a Mises Book Club at your university or college club for the spring, please reach out to Felicia Jones ([email protected]).Fall 2024 Mises Book ClubsAuburn University (Auburn,...
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