回复 'Wtp003' 的评论 : 就是这个理。英国肯在关税上让步,很可能他们有其他的对所有进口货物都收取的非关税贸易壁垒,要单独对美去除这个比较麻烦,所以以降低对美的关税弥补。
送英国的大单是波音买劳斯莱斯的引擎大单10B?)。进口英国气车10万辆(?)以10%的关税,超出的25%关税。美国对英国的出口主要在农副产品上。
对日本好象汽车关税谈不拢。好象一开始,川普对所有进口汽车的关税都是25%?对日本,好象日本现在只是挂个号,他们马上要大选了,还要看他们的大选结果吧。日本汽车,很多都在美国设厂了吧。但是高端的还是从日本进口。
在今天英美宣布达成协议前,昨天好象有报导英印也达成了新贸易协议。不知有无关联?下一个会不会是印度?
印度会是替代中国的低端货物供应链。如纺织品之类的,这几年很多都是“made in India ”的。
biglow 发表评论于
回复 'Wtp003' 的评论 : 还有100 亿的波音飞机订单。前面说过,波音的劫难已了。
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回复 'Wtp003' 的评论 : 是有一些领域可以用比特币支付的。但日常开销好象没听说。以前公司有个年轻同事,很赶潮,比特币一出就追了,据说赚了一把。那时就跟老板提了一嘴。but it's too difficult for an old dog to learn new tricks, lol。年轻又有闲钱,投钱玩一把,无伤大雅。
如果是我的话,会问问,美元购物总交易量多少,比特币购物总交易量多少?过去10年的各自的购物交易增量各多少?再找一个通用货币如欧元比对,比特币兑欧元,美元兑欧元各自增量多少?。。。这样来决定有没有投资前途? 瞎掰而已,别当真啊。我家老板是只玩熟悉的。
Payments and Transactions:
? Retail and E-commerce: Over 18,000 businesses globally accept crypto payments, including major retailers like Overstock, Newegg, and Starbucks (via crypto debit cards). Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins like USDT are commonly used for purchases like coffee, tech gear, or luxury goods. Crypto debit cards (e.g., BitPay, Crypto.com) convert crypto to fiat instantly, enabling seamless spending at any merchant accepting cards.
? Cross-Border Transfers: Crypto enables fast, low-cost international payments, bypassing high bank fees and delays. For example, users in Nigeria and Lebanon use Bitcoin for remittances or to access savings amid unstable banking systems.
? Peer-to-Peer Payments: Individuals use crypto for direct payments to friends or family, avoiding intermediaries. Platforms like Circle facilitate blockchain-based remittances.
? Other Use Cases:
? Travel: Agencies like Travala accept Bitcoin for booking flights and hotels, as demonstrated by Bitcoin traveler Felix Weis, who lived 18 months using only BTC.
? Micropayments and Tipping: Low-fee blockchains (e.g., Brave browser, Gitcoin) enable tipping content creators or developers directly, fostering new income streams.
? Investing and Trading: Many use crypto for short-term trading or long-term holding (e.g., Bitcoin as a store of value), though this is more speculative than daily utility.
? Services: Some providers, like web hosting or VPNs, accept crypto, and niche sectors like gambling and gaming see high crypto adoption.
? Adoption Stats:
? Globally, ~250 million people hold crypto wallets, with Asia leading (160 million users). The UAE (30.4%), Vietnam (21.2%), and the U.S. (15.6%) have the highest adoption rates.
? In the U.S., 17% of adults have used crypto, but only 18% are confident in its reliability, with 63% expressing skepticism due to volatility and security concerns.
? Countries like El Salvador use Bitcoin as legal tender, but global mainstream use remains niche, with speculation dominating (e.g., 49% of Bitcoin transactions are non-financial, like inscriptions).
? Benefits:
? Decentralization: No reliance on banks, offering financial autonomy.
? Low Fees: Crypto transactions, especially with stablecoins, often cost less than traditional wire transfers.
? Privacy: Encrypted wallets provide anonymity, though not absolute (e.g., Bitcoin’s blockchain is traceable).
? Speed: Instant global transfers, especially for cross-border payments.
? Challenges:
? Limited Acceptance: Most merchants don’t directly accept crypto, requiring conversion to fiat via cards or exchanges.
? Volatility: Price swings (e.g., Bitcoin’s value halved in weeks in 2021) make it unreliable as a medium of exchange.
? Complexity: Setting up wallets and understanding crypto is a barrier for non-tech-savvy users.
? Security Risks: Scams, phishing, and hacking are prevalent, with $3.8 billion stolen in 2022.
? Regulatory Uncertainty: Varying global regulations (e.g., U.S. taxes crypto as property) complicate usage.
? Sentiment on X: Posts highlight crypto’s utility in specific contexts—like buying food, coffee, or plane tickets with Bitcoin—but others argue it lacks mainstream use beyond speculation, gambling, or cybercrime.
Summary: Crypto is used for retail, travel, remittances, and tipping, especially in tech-savvy or unstable economies, but its daily use is constrained by limited merchant adoption, volatility, and complexity. It’s more prevalent in niche cases or regions with weak financial systems than as a universal payment method. For deeper insights on a specific crypto or region, let me know!