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

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, politics, Security, Strategic December 3, 2024December 3, 2024No Comments

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 …

The Safest Low Tax Countries in the World

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global August 10, 2024August 21, 2024Comments are Disabled

I read an article today from a blog and website I follow called Nomad Capitalist. If you don’t know them but like this content, please check them out. Please Note I have no affiliation or relationship with this group, and I do not provide legal or financial advice. It’s my blog, so I write about …

The Benefits of Banking in the Cayman Islands and Becoming a Resident

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, Strategic July 23, 2024August 12, 2024Comments are Disabled

After my most recent visit to Grand Cayman, several of my friends and clients have been asking me questions about the benefits of banking and becoming a Cayman Resident. I actually began this journey on behalf of several clients whom tasked me with learning more for them. Over the past decade, the amount of scrutiny …

Is Offshore Banking Right for Me? (and Legal?)

by Florida DanBusiness, Crypto, Financial Health, Global, Strategic July 2, 2024August 6, 2024Comments are Disabled

Offshore banking and company formation are powerful tools for individuals and businesses seeking to optimize their financial strategies, protect assets, and take advantage of favorable regulatory environments. Here, we explore the key aspects of these practices and identify the best jurisdictions for both offshore banking and company formation. Offshore Banking Definition and Purpose: Offshore banking …

What is a Family Office?

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global June 4, 2024July 23, 2024Comments are Disabled

There has been an uptick in questions lately and many people are reaching out asking us this one question; What is a Family Office, and is it the right way for me to go? As such, we put together some notes which can already be found here on the site, A family office is a …

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How do you protect my Privacy?

by Florida DanBusiness, Financial Health, Global, Strategic May 4, 2024July 9, 2024Comments are Disabled

One of the questions we always hear from prospective clients is how can you ensure my privacy? In a world where technology is evolving so rapidly, it’s a great question that deserves a complete answer. Every client’s needs are different and therefore we approach each situation with a clean slate. Public figures such as celebrities …