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Jan 28 17 tweets 6 min read
This is Poland:

- 3rd safest country in Europe
- Fastest growing EU economy since 2004
- Silicon Valley’s favourite spot in Europe

People are starting to take REAL notice of Poland.

Here are 8 reasons why “The Land of Fields” is such a hidden gem🧵: Image Post-WWII, Poland was in ruins:

By 1989, it was one of Europe’s poorest nations.

What changed?

- Shock therapy reforms introduced free markets
- Gradual privatization avoided oligarchies
- EU membership in 2004 opened access to funds and markets
Jan 22 19 tweets 6 min read
This is Thailand vs UAE:

- UAE: Entrepreneur’s tax-free paradise
- Thailand: Digital nomad haven
- But things are changing…

MANY are relocating from cities like Dubai to Thailand…why?

Here’s what you need to know and which you should choose🧵: Image First, some background:

🇹🇭 Thailand:

Incredible culture in tact from not being colonized.

It has evolved into one of THE hotspots for remote workers.

🇦🇪 UAE:

Tax-free haven and hubs for entrepreneurs.

Cities like Dubai transformed from deserts to global metropolis. Image
Jan 21 13 tweets 5 min read
This might be THE secret hack to global freedom.

A nation with:

- 0% tax on foreign income
- Residency in just 3-4 months
- Simple path from residency to citizenship

Here’s how Paraguay could become your ultimate tax-free set up🧵: Image Paraguay’s territorial tax system is top-notch:

- 0% tax on worldwide income
- 10% flat tax rate for businesses
- No wealth, inheritance, or capital gains taxes

Great foundations for a set up, but there’s more…
Jan 14 18 tweets 7 min read
This is Turkey:

- Ranked #2 fastest-growing millionaire population
- Digital Nomad visa launched in 2024
- Cost of living 60% lower than US

MANY are rushing to get Turkish citizenship – but why is it so underrated?

Here are 7 reasons why Türkiye should be on your radar 🧵: Image Turkey's history is remarkable.

- From Ottoman Empire to a modern republic in 1923
- Economic liberalization and reforms since the 1980s
- EU candidate since 1999

A unique bridge between East and West, blending tradition with modernity.

Mr. History does a great breakdown:
Jan 8 17 tweets 6 min read
The rise and fall of London:

- Once the epicentre of global finance
- Now a stagnating city riddled with challenges
- Mass exodus of high net worth individuals

The reasons for this decline are very complex.

Here's a breakdown what's been happening there and why🧵: Image First, some perspective:

From 1831-1925, London was the world's largest city.

An epicenter of global finance.

The heart of an empire spanning 1/4 of the globe.

But recently, London (and the UK in general) has declined…
Jan 6 12 tweets 3 min read
🚨BREAKING: Portugal’s NHR 2.0 is LIVE

- 0% tax on foreign income
- 20% on local income for 10 years
- Applies retroactively to residents of Portugal since 1st Jan 2024

BUT there’s a deadline for 2024 residents: 15th Jan 2015

Here's the full breakdown🧵: Image First, the official requirements:

The "NHR 2.0" (technically IFICI) requires:

- Qualifying profession
- Work for eligible company
- Portuguese residency

Designed to attract global talent while keeping Portugal competitive.
Jan 2 18 tweets 6 min read
This is India:

- 11% of Fortune 500 CEOs
- 90+ unicorn founders are Indian-born
- 1/3 of all engineers in Silicon Valley are from India

Why have they all left India to succeed?

Here's the hidden truth about the world's most controversial brain drain 🧵: Image First, let's understand the scale of this exodus:

- 1.3M Indians left between 2015-2022
- 225,000 renounced citizenship in 2022 alone
- 1.5M Indian students studying overseas

This isn't just migration…it's a transformation of global leadership.
Dec 19, 2024 15 tweets 5 min read
The continent that advanced human civilization throughout the ages:

Europe.

The originator of:

- Democracy
- Printing press
- Industrial revolution

We went from Michelangelo's statues to the attached bottle cap.

Here's the story of Europe's history of innovations 🧵: Image Before we begin, I have hope that Europe can claw back some of its former glory.

Meme-worthy moments like Jaguar’s recent rebrand will help us to rise from these ashes and aspire to the greatness of the past!

In the meantime, let’s take a walk through history… Image
Dec 17, 2024 17 tweets 6 min read
This is Malaysia:

- 0% tax on foreign income until 2036
- Nearly half the cost of living of Singapore
- Tiered nomad visa: Silver, Gold, Platinum (5, 15, 20 years)

Many consider it one of THE global hidden gems.

Here are 7 reasons why Malaysia is SE Asia’s best-kept secret: Image Malaysia has an amazing history with:

- Indian influences (Hinduism & Buddhism)
- The rise of the Malacca Sultanate, a global trade hub
- Post-WWII independence and modernization

After being colonized several times over, they eventually earned independence:
Dec 16, 2024 14 tweets 5 min read
Europe's crypto regulation will be its biggest mistake since the dotcom era:

- EU imposing MiCA
- US embracing crypto
- Major players leaving EU
- $499B+ in crypto flowing through Eastern Europe

Is crypto's future in Europe doomed?

Here's the full breakdown: Image First, let's understand what's happening:

US vs EU Approach:

🇺🇸 "Make America the crypto capital"
🇪🇺 MiCA: 400 pages of regulations

A tale of two vastly different visions for the future of finance. Image
Dec 11, 2024 20 tweets 7 min read
This is Thailand:

- 2nd largest economy in Southeast Asia
- 0% tax on foreign income if not remitted
- New Destination Thailand Visa for 5 years

Home to MILLIONS of digital nomads and expats.

Here are 8 reasons why the "Land of Smiles" is the ultimate Asian freedom hub🧵: Image First, let's appreciate the remarkable history:

Thailand is the only Southeast Asian nation never colonized by Western powers.

While neighbors fell to colonialism, Thailand maintained independence through masterful diplomacy.
Dec 9, 2024 12 tweets 4 min read
Mike Benz just revealed everything.

On JRE, he exposed:

- Why USAID is a tool for control, not aid
- How “democracy” was redefined to silence you
- The chilling truth behind Pentagon-backed censorship

I've never seen Joe Rogan so quiet...

Here are 8 must-see highlights: Image 1. The Ukraine Coup

Benz explained how the 2014 Ukraine coup wasn’t just a geopolitical event, it was a testing ground.

The CIA used tools to combat media influence in the region, but…

Post-2016, these tools weren’t just used for foreign regimes...
Dec 5, 2024 24 tweets 9 min read
I'm Italian.

Over the years, it's been painful seeing Europe’s demise:

1960 - EU was 36% of global GDP
2008 - US GDP surpassed EU
Today - US economy 50% larger than EU

But why such a decline and is there any hope?

Here's everything you need to know about the fall of Europe: Image Simply, the whole topic could be summed up with this cartoon.

Sadly the keyword and mindset in Europe is:

“NO. IT’S IMPOSSIBLE.”

But these matters are always nuanced so first, let's understand the full picture… Image
Dec 3, 2024 21 tweets 6 min read
This is Marc Andreessen.

Co-founder of Netscape and one of the most controversial minds in Silicon Valley.

He sat down with Joe Rogan and shared some mind-blowing revelations about how the government really works.

Here are 8 of his most shocking insights:
(No. 7 is terrifying) Image 1/ Censorship through Big Tech

Tech companies didn’t just cave to censorship… they were coerced.

The U.S. government applied pressure through threats, funding, and backdoor influence.

This wasn’t just social media policy—it was outright suppression of free speech.
Nov 26, 2024 13 tweets 4 min read
Is this the hardest Permanent Residency to obtain?

- 120,000 applications per year
- Only 30,000 accepted
- Even billionaire CEOs get rejected

So what’s causing this 80% rejection rate?

Here’s what you need to know about Singapore's PR program: Image In 1965, Lee Kuan Yew faced a daunting challenge:

Transform a small, resource-limited island into a global economic powerhouse.

How did he achieve this?

Meritocracy.

Even after his passing, his principles steadfastly remain.
Nov 21, 2024 18 tweets 7 min read
This is Europe vs Asia:

• Europe: High tax, high quality of life
• Asia: Huge growth, untapped opportunities
• Which is right for you?

I'm Italian, doing business in Singapore, living in Portugal.

Here's my breakdown of which continent to choose for your future (and why): Image Let's set the stage:

Europe:

- 44 countries, €15T combined GDP
- World's largest trading bloc
- 447M people, aging population

Asia:

- 48 countries, 60% of world population
- 50% of global GDP by 2025
- 2.3B people under age 30

Two continents, vastly different trajectories.
Nov 12, 2024 11 tweets 5 min read
Bitcoin is no longer questionable…

It's simply UNIGNORABLE.

Institutional adoption is here:

- $46B already in the hands of countries
- $34B in public companies
- $100B+ in ETFs

If you want to take advantage...

Here are 5 key principles you need to pay attention to: Image It's no longer a matter of IF, but WHEN.

This time, BTC is irreversibly crossing the chasm.

And UX will play a key role, although few are saying that.

In the meantime…

Here are 5 principles guiding this historic phase:
Nov 8, 2024 20 tweets 6 min read
This is Greece's Golden Visa:

- €250k-€800k property investment required
- One of the most affordable in Europe
- EU residency in 2-3 months

In 2025, startup investment will be allowed – this is huge.

Here’s what you need to know about one of Europe's top passport programs: Image First, let's understand what makes it unique:

Started in 2013 during the financial crisis.

Now:

- One of Europe's most accessible golden visa
- Over 15,000 investors already approved
- Potentially cheaper than other programs

Quick breakdown here from @NomadCapitalist:
Nov 6, 2024 15 tweets 5 min read
This is Mexico:

- Path to citizenship in 6 years
- World's 12th largest economy
- 1.6 million Americans live there

Home to Tesla's newest and potentially largest Gigafactory.

Here are 7 reasons why you should take notice of Latin America's rising powerhouse: Image First, let's understand Mexico's story:

From ancient Aztec capital to Spanish colony to global economic force, Mexico's evolution has been fascinating.

The land that mastered gold and silver is now becoming a key player in global supply chains.

Great video from @HISTORY:
Nov 1, 2024 12 tweets 4 min read
This is the Uruguayan passport:

- Only passport in the world to not work as a passport
- Shows nationality as country of birth
- Lack of naturalization path

But big changes are being made.

Here’s what you need to know about this unique situation:

(And why you should care) Image I recently became aware of Uruguay’s appreciation and consideration as a relocation option.

Mainly from doing a thread that garnered 22mm views.

@imidaily added an important clarification about Uruguay’s passport that I was shocked to learn…
Oct 31, 2024 11 tweets 4 min read
🇸🇬 Singapore in 1965: Fishing village with no resources

🇸🇬 Singapore in 2024: 4th largest financial center, GDP of $501B, zero capital gains tax, world's safest city

Here's how one man transformed Singapore 👇🧵 Image The numbers don't lie:

1965 GDP – $974M
2023 GDP – $501B
51,337% growth

Singapore's per capita GDP is 2x the 🇪🇺 EU's.

And this wasn't luck. It was strategy. Image