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Rich experience being humbled by Mr Market.
AI enthusiast.
Also active at https://x.com/Market0bserver8
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Before you subscribe to any digital service, take 30 seconds to open a browser and check the price on their official website.
It's the easiest way to make sure you're getting the cheaper, "no-middleman" price.
#PersonalFinance #SaveMoney #LifeHacks
Before you subscribe to any digital service, take 30 seconds to open a browser and check the price on their official website.
It's the easiest way to make sure you're getting the cheaper, "no-middleman" price.
#PersonalFinance #SaveMoney #LifeHacks
August 19, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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Before you subscribe to any digital service, take 30 seconds to open a browser and check the price on their official website.
It's the easiest way to make sure you're getting the cheaper, "no-middleman" price.
#PersonalFinance #SaveMoney #LifeHacks
Before you subscribe to any digital service, take 30 seconds to open a browser and check the price on their official website.
It's the easiest way to make sure you're getting the cheaper, "no-middleman" price.
#PersonalFinance #SaveMoney #LifeHacks
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It’s all about the App Store "Tax".
Apple and Google act as landlords for their app stores. They charge developers a 15-30% commission on all sales made through their platform.
Many companies don't absorb this fee. They simply pass it on to you, the consumer.
It’s all about the App Store "Tax".
Apple and Google act as landlords for their app stores. They charge developers a 15-30% commission on all sales made through their platform.
Many companies don't absorb this fee. They simply pass it on to you, the consumer.
August 19, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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It’s all about the App Store "Tax".
Apple and Google act as landlords for their app stores. They charge developers a 15-30% commission on all sales made through their platform.
Many companies don't absorb this fee. They simply pass it on to you, the consumer.
It’s all about the App Store "Tax".
Apple and Google act as landlords for their app stores. They charge developers a 15-30% commission on all sales made through their platform.
Many companies don't absorb this fee. They simply pass it on to you, the consumer.
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While U.S. strengths are immense & policies can change, the perception of being unwelcoming is hard to reverse. Global competition for talent is fierce. The world is watching, students are choosing. #GlobalEducation #HigherEd
While U.S. strengths are immense & policies can change, the perception of being unwelcoming is hard to reverse. Global competition for talent is fierce. The world is watching, students are choosing. #GlobalEducation #HigherEd
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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While U.S. strengths are immense & policies can change, the perception of being unwelcoming is hard to reverse. Global competition for talent is fierce. The world is watching, students are choosing. #GlobalEducation #HigherEd
While U.S. strengths are immense & policies can change, the perception of being unwelcoming is hard to reverse. Global competition for talent is fierce. The world is watching, students are choosing. #GlobalEducation #HigherEd
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This is where the U.S. "snatches defeat from the jaws of victory." Its openness to global talent has been a massive competitive advantage. Voluntarily diminishing this is a profound strategic misstep. #USPolicy
This is where the U.S. "snatches defeat from the jaws of victory." Its openness to global talent has been a massive competitive advantage. Voluntarily diminishing this is a profound strategic misstep. #USPolicy
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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This is where the U.S. "snatches defeat from the jaws of victory." Its openness to global talent has been a massive competitive advantage. Voluntarily diminishing this is a profound strategic misstep. #USPolicy
This is where the U.S. "snatches defeat from the jaws of victory." Its openness to global talent has been a massive competitive advantage. Voluntarily diminishing this is a profound strategic misstep. #USPolicy
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The Long-Term Trajectory is Concerning:
Less Innovative America, falling behind in tech races.
Slower Economic Growth (reduced productivity, entrepreneurship).
More Insular Nation, less connected globally.
Strengthened Competitors, attracting talent U.S. spurns.
#FutureOfUSA
The Long-Term Trajectory is Concerning:
Less Innovative America, falling behind in tech races.
Slower Economic Growth (reduced productivity, entrepreneurship).
More Insular Nation, less connected globally.
Strengthened Competitors, attracting talent U.S. spurns.
#FutureOfUSA
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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The Long-Term Trajectory is Concerning:
Less Innovative America, falling behind in tech races.
Slower Economic Growth (reduced productivity, entrepreneurship).
More Insular Nation, less connected globally.
Strengthened Competitors, attracting talent U.S. spurns.
#FutureOfUSA
The Long-Term Trajectory is Concerning:
Less Innovative America, falling behind in tech races.
Slower Economic Growth (reduced productivity, entrepreneurship).
More Insular Nation, less connected globally.
Strengthened Competitors, attracting talent U.S. spurns.
#FutureOfUSA
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Fewer int'l students mean a Diminished Global Network. Alumni become informal U.S. ambassadors. A weaker network means less goodwill & fewer strong diplomatic/economic ties built through shared educational experiences. #CulturalExchange
Fewer int'l students mean a Diminished Global Network. Alumni become informal U.S. ambassadors. A weaker network means less goodwill & fewer strong diplomatic/economic ties built through shared educational experiences. #CulturalExchange
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Fewer int'l students mean a Diminished Global Network. Alumni become informal U.S. ambassadors. A weaker network means less goodwill & fewer strong diplomatic/economic ties built through shared educational experiences. #CulturalExchange
Fewer int'l students mean a Diminished Global Network. Alumni become informal U.S. ambassadors. A weaker network means less goodwill & fewer strong diplomatic/economic ties built through shared educational experiences. #CulturalExchange
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Erosion of "Soft Power" & Global Influence: U.S. leadership isn't just military/economic; it's the allure of its culture, values, & education. This is now at risk.
Erosion of "Soft Power" & Global Influence: U.S. leadership isn't just military/economic; it's the allure of its culture, values, & education. This is now at risk.
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Erosion of "Soft Power" & Global Influence: U.S. leadership isn't just military/economic; it's the allure of its culture, values, & education. This is now at risk.
Erosion of "Soft Power" & Global Influence: U.S. leadership isn't just military/economic; it's the allure of its culture, values, & education. This is now at risk.
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Economic Damage Pt 3: Impact on FDI. A nation seen as unwelcoming to foreign talent may also deter FDI. Global firms seek stable environments with skilled workforces. This policy sends the wrong signal.
Economic Damage Pt 3: Impact on FDI. A nation seen as unwelcoming to foreign talent may also deter FDI. Global firms seek stable environments with skilled workforces. This policy sends the wrong signal.
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Economic Damage Pt 3: Impact on FDI. A nation seen as unwelcoming to foreign talent may also deter FDI. Global firms seek stable environments with skilled workforces. This policy sends the wrong signal.
Economic Damage Pt 3: Impact on FDI. A nation seen as unwelcoming to foreign talent may also deter FDI. Global firms seek stable environments with skilled workforces. This policy sends the wrong signal.
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Economic Damage Pt 2: Reduced Financial Contribution. Int'l students pour billions into the U.S. economy (tuition, living, taxes). A sharp decline is a direct economic hit, especially for university towns. #EconomicImpact
Economic Damage Pt 2: Reduced Financial Contribution. Int'l students pour billions into the U.S. economy (tuition, living, taxes). A sharp decline is a direct economic hit, especially for university towns. #EconomicImpact
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Economic Damage Pt 2: Reduced Financial Contribution. Int'l students pour billions into the U.S. economy (tuition, living, taxes). A sharp decline is a direct economic hit, especially for university towns. #EconomicImpact
Economic Damage Pt 2: Reduced Financial Contribution. Int'l students pour billions into the U.S. economy (tuition, living, taxes). A sharp decline is a direct economic hit, especially for university towns. #EconomicImpact
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Economic Damage Pt 1: Skill Shortages & Productivity. U.S. faces skill gaps; int'l grads fill them. Fewer grads = wider gaps, lower productivity, higher labor costs for U.S. companies. #USEconomy #Workforce
Economic Damage Pt 1: Skill Shortages & Productivity. U.S. faces skill gaps; int'l grads fill them. Fewer grads = wider gaps, lower productivity, higher labor costs for U.S. companies. #USEconomy #Workforce
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Economic Damage Pt 1: Skill Shortages & Productivity. U.S. faces skill gaps; int'l grads fill them. Fewer grads = wider gaps, lower productivity, higher labor costs for U.S. companies. #USEconomy #Workforce
Economic Damage Pt 1: Skill Shortages & Productivity. U.S. faces skill gaps; int'l grads fill them. Fewer grads = wider gaps, lower productivity, higher labor costs for U.S. companies. #USEconomy #Workforce
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The U.S. risks losing its #1 strength: being a magnet for the world's best minds. This isn't just about filling seats; it's about attracting those who will define the future. #BrainDrain #FutureOfTech
The U.S. risks losing its #1 strength: being a magnet for the world's best minds. This isn't just about filling seats; it's about attracting those who will define the future. #BrainDrain #FutureOfTech
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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The U.S. risks losing its #1 strength: being a magnet for the world's best minds. This isn't just about filling seats; it's about attracting those who will define the future. #BrainDrain #FutureOfTech
The U.S. risks losing its #1 strength: being a magnet for the world's best minds. This isn't just about filling seats; it's about attracting those who will define the future. #BrainDrain #FutureOfTech
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Weakened Entrepreneurial Spirit: Many U.S. tech unicorns (Google, Tesla, Pfizer co-founders) were built by immigrants, often former students. If these bright minds build elsewhere, the U.S. loses jobs, dynamism, & future global giants.
Weakened Entrepreneurial Spirit: Many U.S. tech unicorns (Google, Tesla, Pfizer co-founders) were built by immigrants, often former students. If these bright minds build elsewhere, the U.S. loses jobs, dynamism, & future global giants.
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Weakened Entrepreneurial Spirit: Many U.S. tech unicorns (Google, Tesla, Pfizer co-founders) were built by immigrants, often former students. If these bright minds build elsewhere, the U.S. loses jobs, dynamism, & future global giants.
Weakened Entrepreneurial Spirit: Many U.S. tech unicorns (Google, Tesla, Pfizer co-founders) were built by immigrants, often former students. If these bright minds build elsewhere, the U.S. loses jobs, dynamism, & future global giants.
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Slower STEM Research: This directly threatens U.S. lead in science & tech. Fewer top int'l STEM talents mean slower discovery. Fewer minds on AI, cancer research, clean energy. A critical loss. #Innovation
Slower STEM Research: This directly threatens U.S. lead in science & tech. Fewer top int'l STEM talents mean slower discovery. Fewer minds on AI, cancer research, clean energy. A critical loss. #Innovation
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Slower STEM Research: This directly threatens U.S. lead in science & tech. Fewer top int'l STEM talents mean slower discovery. Fewer minds on AI, cancer research, clean energy. A critical loss. #Innovation
Slower STEM Research: This directly threatens U.S. lead in science & tech. Fewer top int'l STEM talents mean slower discovery. Fewer minds on AI, cancer research, clean energy. A critical loss. #Innovation
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The Innovation Engine at Risk: For decades, U.S. innovation (Silicon Valley, medicine, aerospace) thrived on global talent. Int'l students aren't just learners; they're active R&D contributors, especially at grad levels. #GlobalTalent
The Innovation Engine at Risk: For decades, U.S. innovation (Silicon Valley, medicine, aerospace) thrived on global talent. Int'l students aren't just learners; they're active R&D contributors, especially at grad levels. #GlobalTalent
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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The Innovation Engine at Risk: For decades, U.S. innovation (Silicon Valley, medicine, aerospace) thrived on global talent. Int'l students aren't just learners; they're active R&D contributors, especially at grad levels. #GlobalTalent
The Innovation Engine at Risk: For decades, U.S. innovation (Silicon Valley, medicine, aerospace) thrived on global talent. Int'l students aren't just learners; they're active R&D contributors, especially at grad levels. #GlobalTalent
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Even if courts defend Harvard, the "chilling effect" is profound. Prospective students will ask: "What if this happens again? Is my university next?" Uncertainty is a powerful deterrent. #AcademicFreedom
Even if courts defend Harvard, the "chilling effect" is profound. Prospective students will ask: "What if this happens again? Is my university next?" Uncertainty is a powerful deterrent. #AcademicFreedom
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Even if courts defend Harvard, the "chilling effect" is profound. Prospective students will ask: "What if this happens again? Is my university next?" Uncertainty is a powerful deterrent. #AcademicFreedom
Even if courts defend Harvard, the "chilling effect" is profound. Prospective students will ask: "What if this happens again? Is my university next?" Uncertainty is a powerful deterrent. #AcademicFreedom
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Imagine planning your life around U.S. study, only for rules to abruptly change. This Harvard decision, affecting 10,000+ students & researchers, shatters trust. #USEducation #StudentVisa
Imagine planning your life around U.S. study, only for rules to abruptly change. This Harvard decision, affecting 10,000+ students & researchers, shatters trust. #USEducation #StudentVisa
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Imagine planning your life around U.S. study, only for rules to abruptly change. This Harvard decision, affecting 10,000+ students & researchers, shatters trust. #USEducation #StudentVisa
Imagine planning your life around U.S. study, only for rules to abruptly change. This Harvard decision, affecting 10,000+ students & researchers, shatters trust. #USEducation #StudentVisa
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Now, Trump's move to revoke Harvard's int'l student enrollment directly undermines this core advantage. It signals the U.S. can be an unreliable, even hostile, partner for students worldwide. #Harvard
Now, Trump's move to revoke Harvard's int'l student enrollment directly undermines this core advantage. It signals the U.S. can be an unreliable, even hostile, partner for students worldwide. #Harvard
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Now, Trump's move to revoke Harvard's int'l student enrollment directly undermines this core advantage. It signals the U.S. can be an unreliable, even hostile, partner for students worldwide. #Harvard
Now, Trump's move to revoke Harvard's int'l student enrollment directly undermines this core advantage. It signals the U.S. can be an unreliable, even hostile, partner for students worldwide. #Harvard
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Could the U.S. have built the atomic bomb (Manhattan Project) without international talent? There's a joke: U.S. won WW2 with "better Germans." This talent influx is key to U.S. history & innovation. #History #Innovation
Could the U.S. have built the atomic bomb (Manhattan Project) without international talent? There's a joke: U.S. won WW2 with "better Germans." This talent influx is key to U.S. history & innovation. #History #Innovation
May 25, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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Could the U.S. have built the atomic bomb (Manhattan Project) without international talent? There's a joke: U.S. won WW2 with "better Germans." This talent influx is key to U.S. history & innovation. #History #Innovation
Could the U.S. have built the atomic bomb (Manhattan Project) without international talent? There's a joke: U.S. won WW2 with "better Germans." This talent influx is key to U.S. history & innovation. #History #Innovation
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So, while we champion markets for the prosperity they generate, we must also recognize their limitations. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in tackling vital issues like health, climate adaptation, & nutrition for the poor, where the profit motive alone isn't enough.
#GlobalHealth #Impact
So, while we champion markets for the prosperity they generate, we must also recognize their limitations. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in tackling vital issues like health, climate adaptation, & nutrition for the poor, where the profit motive alone isn't enough.
#GlobalHealth #Impact
May 24, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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So, while we champion markets for the prosperity they generate, we must also recognize their limitations. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in tackling vital issues like health, climate adaptation, & nutrition for the poor, where the profit motive alone isn't enough.
#GlobalHealth #Impact
So, while we champion markets for the prosperity they generate, we must also recognize their limitations. Philanthropy plays a crucial role in tackling vital issues like health, climate adaptation, & nutrition for the poor, where the profit motive alone isn't enough.
#GlobalHealth #Impact
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They then choose to distribute this wealth to areas where free markets fall short. Philanthropy is a vital complement to free markets in addressing social needs and benefiting humanity.
They then choose to distribute this wealth to areas where free markets fall short. Philanthropy is a vital complement to free markets in addressing social needs and benefiting humanity.
May 24, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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They then choose to distribute this wealth to areas where free markets fall short. Philanthropy is a vital complement to free markets in addressing social needs and benefiting humanity.
They then choose to distribute this wealth to areas where free markets fall short. Philanthropy is a vital complement to free markets in addressing social needs and benefiting humanity.