TD₿: Tariffs, Trade Wars, and the Bitcoin Advantage - (a Swan Signal Live segment) with Brady, Steven, Alex and Alec
TL;DR: Tariffs triggered a historic 3-day market crash. The Fed may step in, but Bitcoin is holding strong. Behind the chaos, financial system stress is building—and Bitcoin could be the safe haven.
Hey Bitcoiners,
Tariffs triggered the fastest 3-day market drop in history, exposing cracks in the financial system—swap spreads inverted, reverse repo liquidity collapsed, and 10-year yields surged. These stresses may force the Fed to act soon. Amid the chaos, Bitcoin showed resilience, briefly rising as equities fell, reinforcing its role as a potential safe haven.
The Trump administration's tariff blitz backfired faster than expected, prompting a sudden pivot toward growth and market reassurance. With liquidity thinning and pressure mounting, the Fed may be cornered into intervention. As traditional systems falter, Bitcoin’s detachment is starting to shine.
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Quote of the Day
“It doesn't matter if you have nothing to hide. Because privacy isn't about something to hide. Privacy is about something to protect. And the thing to protect is a free and open society.”
- Edward Snowden
Job of the Day
Software Engineer, Enterprise Custody
Blockstream
Europe / Remote only
Full Time
At Blockstream, we’re building solutions on Bitcoin that will disrupt the existing financial system. We imagine a world where individuals and businesses can easily access a global, permissionless system to secure their money, use it every day, and invest it or put it to work.
In pursuit of our expansive vision, we’ve built a full stack of innovative products on top of the Bitcoin protocol, from layer-2 projects like Liquid and Core Lightning, to end-user software and hardware wallets like Green and Jade. Our brand stands for innovation in the Bitcoin community, and we’re growing our team to accelerate the future.
Blockstream is looking for Software Engineers to work on our enterprise custody solution. You’ll design and maintain scalable end-to-end systems that serve APIs and SDKs, and work on everything from database architecture to cloud-based deployments.
What You’ll Be Doing (Responsibilities)
Design, develop, and maintain scalable end-to-end systems that serve APIs and SDKs.
Full stack software development, from database architecture to cloud-based deployment.
Optimize system performance and security to support high-availability applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, product managers, and hardware engineers to deliver seamless solutions.
Implement best practices in software development, including CI/CD, automated testing, and code reviews.
Research and integrate emerging technologies to enhance security and system efficiency.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues in a fast-paced development environment.
Mentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge-sharing efforts.
What We Look For In You (Required Qualifications)
5+ years of experience in full-stack software development, with a focus on backend engineering.
Proficiency in backend technologies such as C++, Python, Rust, Node.js or Java.
Strong experience in designing and building RESTful APIs and SDKs.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Deep understanding of database technologies, including SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
Familiarity with authentication and security best practices, including OAuth, JWT, encryption, and access control.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps tools.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Nice To Haves (Preferred Qualifications)
Experience with Bitcoin, blockchain technology, or cryptography.
Open-source software development experience.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience with system/software architecture.
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In the Headlines
Semler Scientific Launches $500M Offering to Expand Bitcoin Treasury
Semler Scientific, which already holds 3,192 BTC, is planning to raise up to $500 million via a shelf registration securities offering to potentially expand its Bitcoin holdings. The funds will go toward general corporate purposes, including Bitcoin acquisitions and investments in complementary technologies.
This comes as the company reaches a tentative $29.75 million settlement with the DOJ over alleged marketing violations. Semler plans to borrow from Coinbase, using its Bitcoin as collateral, to help fund the settlement. Despite its Bitcoin gains, Semler’s stock (SMLR) is down 37% year-to-date.
Swan Shortie of the Day
Event of the Day
The Bitcoin Conference 2025 is scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from May 27 to May 29, 2025, at The Venetian Las Vegas. This event is the world's largest gathering of Bitcoin enthusiasts and industry professionals, featuring talks by thought leaders and industry innovators, and attracting over 30,000 attendees.
Las Vegas is also home to several cryptocurrency companies, including CleanSpark, which specializes in sustainable infrastructure for Bitcoin and aims to promote financial independence and inclusion.
Bitcoin Conference 2025: The world's largest Bitcoin event, scheduled for May 27-29, 2025, in Las Vegas.
CleanSpark: A Bitcoin company based in Las Vegas that focuses on sustainable Bitcoin infrastructure.
Las Vegas Tax Attorneys: Experts providing consultations on Bitcoin tax issues.
Tickets for the Bitcoin Conference 2025 can be purchased through Eventbrite, and the event times are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. There are no refunds or exchanges after the order has been made.
Meme of the Day
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