Business Case: Launching a National Cryptocurrency Backed by Lithium and Mining Resources

Montevideo - Uruguay, Feb. 1st, 2025  

Preface

Through the management-on-demand consulting boutique iMB.Solutions and the tech network iMBdigital.Gallery_, we are involved in a sub-project for a North American strategic investor in blockchain infrastructure in the project for a national cryptocurrency as an official means of payment in Argentina. Some readers of the blog have already been following the published blogs on the iMB.Solutions website and via the GreyRhino newsletter (webpage iMB.Solutions and LinkedIn) since the beginning of 2024.

Below I would like to give you an overview of how the thinking on this is currently shaping up. The following business case is a text form reduced to the maximum, which is easily publishable at this moment.

Let's go!

Argentina's Fiscal Surplus - A Temporary Triumph or a Sustainable Path?

Buenos Aires (ARG), Jan. 14, 2025 

Preface

After a year in office, the new Argentine government has achieved a remarkable milestone: the first positive result on public accounts in 16 years. While this fiscal surplus is a significant achievement, it raises critical questions about its sustainability and the broader economic strategy needed for long-term stability.

Could the USD Be Backed by Bitcoin? Exploring Scenarios for a Finite Supply Future

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The Future of Bitcoin: Scenarios After Reaching the Maximum Supply

The concept of the USA backing the USD with Bitcoin is captivating and loaded with possibilities. Bitcoin, capped at a finite supply of 21 million coins, offers a unique lens through which to examine economic and technological shifts. With around 19.7 million Bitcoins already mined, the remaining supply will trickle into circulation over the next century. Let’s explore six key scenarios that could unfold when Bitcoin’s maximum supply is reached and its implications for a Bitcoin-backed USD.

The Impact of Higher International Tariffs on Mexico and the USMCA in 2025

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As we approach 2025, the global trade landscape is poised for significant changes, particularly with the anticipated increase in international tariffs by the United States. This shift will have profound implications for Mexico and the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Let's explore what these changes might mean for both Mexico and the broader North American trade framework.

Should the US Dollar Be Backed by Bitcoin? Exploring the Pros, Cons, and Global Implications

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In a world increasingly shaped by digital transformation and cryptocurrency innovation, the idea of backing the US dollar with Bitcoin has sparked lively debates. Proponents see Bitcoin as a decentralized and inflation-resistant asset, while skeptics point to its volatility and environmental impact. This blog dives deep into the potential advantages, challenges, and broader implications of such a transformative proposal.

Trump’s Tariffs - A Threat to US Jobs and a Catalyst for New Alliances

Montevideo (Uruguay), Dec. 04th, 2024

Preface

The return of Donald Trump to the White House has reignited trade tensions in North America. His latest proposal to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada could have far-reaching implications, not just for the US economy but for global trade dynamics. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard have been vocal about the risks, warning that these tariffs could cost the US up to 400,000 jobs while significantly raising vehicle prices for American consumers.