Global Archives - Dan Lounsbury

The Italian Secret: A Flat Tax for new UHNW residents

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global March 13, 2025March 13, 2025No Comments

Italy’s flat tax regime for new residents has emerged as a pivotal tool for attracting ultra high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) seeking tax efficiency without sacrificing the Mediterranean lifestyle. Introduced in 2017 and significantly updated in 2024, this policy offers a streamlined fiscal framework for foreign-sourced income, positioning Italy as a competitive destination for global elites. Below, …

Iranian Behrouz Parsarad Sanctioned: A Landmark Action Against Global Fentanyl Trade

by Florida DanBusiness, Crypto, Financial Health, Global March 5, 2025March 5, 2025No Comments

In a significant move against illicit online drug trafficking, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned Behrouz Parsarad, the Iran-based administrator of the darknet marketplace Nemesis. This action marks a pivotal moment in the fight against global narcotics trade, particularly fentanyl trafficking into the United States. Nemesis, established in …

Crypto Boom 2.0: Crypto in a Trump/DOGE Economy

by Florida DanBusiness, Crypto, Financial Health, Global February 8, 2025February 16, 2025Comments are Disabled

Proposed Changes Under Review The Trump administration is considering several significant changes to cryptocurrency regulations and policies, which could dramatically reshape the crypto landscape in the United States. Zero Capital Gains Tax on U.S.-Based Cryptocurrencies One of the most impactful proposals under consideration is the elimination of capital gains tax on U.S.-based cryptocurrencies. This would apply …

The DeepSeek Disruption: How a Chinese AI Startup Shook the US Stock Market

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, Privacy, Security, Strategic January 31, 2025January 31, 2025Comments are Disabled

The artificial intelligence (AI) landscape experienced a seismic shift on January 27, 2025, when DeepSeek, a relatively unknown Chinese startup, unveiled its R1 AI model. This groundbreaking development sent shockwaves through the global tech industry and caused significant turbulence in the US stock market. Let’s delve into the details of this disruptive event and its …

The Collapse of the Syrian Regime: Implications for Middle Eastern Stability and Security

by Florida DanGlobal, politics, Security, Strategic December 18, 2024December 18, 2024Comments are Disabled

It’s been a long time coming and for most of us, it was no surprise. In recent weeks, the Syrian regime has faced an unprecedented collapse, a seismic event that is reshaping the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. After more than a decade of civil war, economic instability, and external pressures, the fall of …

Salt Typhoon Part II: A Growing Threat in Cyber-Espionage

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, politics, Security, Strategic December 3, 2024December 3, 2024Comments are Disabled

Recent investigations and updates have shed more light on Salt Typhoon, a sophisticated Chinese state-sponsored hacking group that has been targeting critical telecommunications infrastructure and other sectors worldwide. The group’s activities, already labeled as one of the most severe cyber threats of the decade, continue to unfold with new revelations about their operations, methods, and …

The Russian Military, Nuclear Capabilities, and the Ukraine War: Rising Tensions Amid Long-Range Missile Strikes

by Florida DanBusiness, Global, politics, Security November 22, 2024November 22, 2024Comments are Disabled

Are we on the Brink of Nuclear War? As the war between Russia and Ukraine continues into its second year, the dynamics on the battlefield and the broader geopolitical implications remain fluid and contentious. One key development raising alarm is Ukraine’s reported use of U.S.-made long-range missiles to target locations inside Russia. This escalation has …

Salt Typhoon: A Storm is Coming

by Florida DanBusiness, Crypto, Financial Health, Global, Privacy, Security November 8, 2024November 8, 2024Comments are Disabled

In the evolving landscape of global cybersecurity, state-sponsored cyberattacks have emerged as a significant concern. Among the most sophisticated of these threat actors is Salt Typhoon, a Chinese state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) group engaged in cyberespionage. Since its emergence in 2020, Salt Typhoon has targeted critical infrastructure, focusing primarily on telecommunications and internet service …

How will the Trump election victory impact our Economy?

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, politics November 6, 2024November 6, 2024Comments are Disabled

Waking up this morning for most American’s felt like a victory, or a punch in the gut. This election broke records for early voters as well as demographic splits in nearly every category. Let’s take a look at what matters; how will it impact the economy? As Donald Trump returns to office, investors, businesses, and …

Who is Tren de Aragua and does the USA have a problem?

by Florida DanGlobal, politics, Security October 19, 2024October 26, 2024Comments are Disabled

The US Dept of Homeland Security announced today that it has identified more than 600 persons whom have ties to the Venezuelan criminal organization Tren de Aragua, and at least 100 of these persons were deemed “confirmed” gang members whom DHS recommended be placed on the FBI watchlist. According to DHS reports, this gang has …

Can I be Judgement-Proof? (part 1)

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, Strategic September 13, 2024September 26, 2024Comments are Disabled

I had a great discussion with a buddy during our lunch meeting yesterday and it raised this topic; Can I be judgement-proof? Let’s dive in! *Disclaimer- I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice. ALWAYS seek counsel when exploring topics like this. If you think asset protection is just a thing for …

Which Countries Enjoy the Best Quality of Life?

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, Health & Wellness August 29, 2024August 29, 2024Comments are Disabled

I decided it was time to update and edit this post for a lot of reasons. In reviewing my original post, I think the concept of wealth was used interchangeably with the lifestyle, or the quality of living. I have been having a lot of these discussions lately with friends like my buddy James down …