James’ first FOREX play was in 1991, betting on the Deutschmark bouncing back during the Russian coup attempt.
James is a publication team leader, editor, and writer who moved to Europe permanently in 2003. A former Financial Times magazine contributing editor and technical writer for Ericsson, he is comfortable working at the intersections of money, technology, and politics. When he is not working, he particularly enjoys exploring Italy with his family and training his Dobermann.
James Hydzik
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Italian Frigate Downs Drone Over Red Sea
James Hydzik
30 April 2024 - 16:54
An Italian Navy frigate named the Virginio Fasan destroyed a drone that was attacking a merchant ship in the Red Sea.
U.S. Signals Long-Term Artillery Production Rise After 2 Years of Ukraine Support
James Hydzik
29 April 2024 - 14:00
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced that that the government was signing off on a $6 billion long-term support plan for Ukraine that involved producing new artillery and missile units and not drawing down on existing stocks. This represents an important change in the way that the U.S. sees military production over the next several years.
WSJ Claims Trump Could Shrink the Fed’s Autonomy
James Hydzik
26 April 2024 - 23:35
The Wall Street Journal claims that a plan is being drawn up by former president Trump’s allies that would give him a direct say in setting interest rates, should he become president.
New lows for wine in 2023, except for France
James Hydzik
26 April 2024 - 18:08
Europe’s wine growing regions have been hit by weather, the economy, and changing societies all at once.
How Did Warren Buffett Become One of the Richest Men in the World?
James Hydzik
26 April 2024 - 15:02
The Oracle of Omaha earned his reputation and his wealth over the long term, and has kept it the same way. Let’s look at some of the features of his long run.
European Parliament adopts new laws against money laundering and financing terrorism
James Hydzik
25 April 2024 - 22:29
The European Parliament adopted a package of laws regarding AML that strengthen transparency and FIU capacities. It also puts a cap of 10,000 euro on cash transactions.
Trump Media Asks Congress to ID Possible DJT Short-Sellers
James Hydzik
25 April 2024 - 11:10
An 8-K filing with the SEC shows that Trump Media CEO David Nunes submitted a request to House of Representatives asking for an investigation into the short-selling of Trump Media stock, including the IDs of those potentially involved.
Best creative marketing campaigns that went viral in 2023
James Hydzik
24 April 2024 - 22:21
Almost every year has its marketing hits. Some of these were masterfully planned, others came up out of nowhere and couldn’t have been foreseen. They made 2023 a delightful and sometimes quite serious year, marketing-wise. Let’s take a look at the most creative marketing campaigns of the year.
Russian Liberals Dismiss $61bn to Ukraine: "It Won’t Save Kyiv"
James Hydzik
23 April 2024 - 20:33
The U.S. military and other aid package voted upon by the U.S. House of Representatives on April 20 was dismissed by Russia’s liberals as "not enough to win the war quickly" and thus an election cycle act.
Man With Auto-brewery Syndrome Beats Drunk Driving Charge
James Hydzik
22 April 2024 - 22:03
A court in Brugge, Belgium, found a man not guilty of a drunk driving charge after three doctors confirmed that his own body was making alcohol that ended up in his blood stream.