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Death to the petrostate

by Mike Consol

As the folly of relying on Russia and other petrostates for energy needs become apparent in the throes of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, nuclear power is back in fashion. France plans to construct six new plants and is aiming for “total energy independence.” Britain announced March 21 it would build a new generation of reactors at “warp speed.” A redesigned energy system that turns to alternative fuels and belches out less carbon also promises to emasculate despotic regimes funded by fossil-fuel reservoirs.

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Zen and the art of cryptocurrency investing

by Sheila Hopkins

U.S. tax forms included a new question in their capital gains section this year: “At any time during 2021, did you receive, sell, exchange or otherwise dispose of any virtual currency?” Nothing says there might be some investment value in cryptocurrency like the IRS taking notice. Being called out as an investment worthy of notice certainly gives crypto a certain credibility, but is it right for the typical investor? Should advisers be thinking about adding a bit to their clients’ portfolios? Or is it still too new and esoteric for all but the most adventurous (or least excitable) investor? Afterall, the IRS also taxes gambling winnings.

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