Gold silver a bit firmer after tame US inflation report

Gold, silver a bit firmer after tame U.S. inflation report

Gold and silver prices are slightly higher in choppy, two-sided trading at midday Thursday. The metals are supported by a U.S. consumer price index report that came in a bit tamer than market expectations. However, gains are limited as the U.S. dollar index has pushed well up from its early-session lows and as U.S. Treasury yields have up-ticked slightly. December gold was last up $2.30 at $1,952.60 and September silver was up $0.184 at $22.92.

The U.S. data point of the week saw the July U.S. consumer price index up 3.2%, year-on-year, which is slightly below the consensus forecast of up 3.3%. The CPI rose 3.0% in the June report. Meantime, the weekly U.S. jobless claims report came in a bit higher than expectations. These two reports fell into the camp of the U.S. monetary policy doves. Today's data also suggests the Federal Reserve will not raise interest rates at its September meeting. The U.S. producer price index report is out on Friday morning.

Asian and European stock markets were mixed to firmer in overnight trading. U.S. stock indexes are firmer at midday.

A Wall Street Journal headline today reads: "China slips into deflation in warning sign for World economy." This follows a 0.3% drop in China's consumer price index in July.

Another WSJ headline today reads: Sputtering trade fuels concerns about a fractured global economy." This headline follows downbeat China import and export numbers reported earlier this week.

The summertime rally in the U.S. stock market has hit a speed bump, gold and silver prices have dipped, while grain markets have also sold off—all due in part to the slowing Chinese economy creating concerns about less demand for global supplies.

Look for China's central bank to continue to implement economic stimulus measures in the coming weeks, in an effort to prop up the listing Chinese economy. Importantly, if the stimulus does not put a charge into the Chinese economy in the coming few months, the other major economies of the world will start to feel the sting of the slower China growth. Such a scenario would be significantly bearish for raw commodity markets, as China is a voracious consumer of raw commodities. Global stock and financial markets would also likely be negatively impacted by a weakening of the Chinese economy.

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In the coming weeks, keep a closer eye on economic data coming out of China—because the "smart money" in the marketplace will be doing the same and acting upon that data.

The key outside markets today see the U.S. dollar index modestly lower after trading solidly lower and hitting new daily lows following the U.S. CPI data. Nymex crude oil prices are down and trading around $83.50 a barrel. Meantime, the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield is presently fetching 4.018%.

Technically, December gold futures prices hit a five-week low today. Bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are in a three-week-old downtrend on the daily bar chart. Bulls' next upside price objective is to produce a close above solid resistance at $2,000.00. Bears' next near-term downside price objective is pushing futures prices below solid technical support at the June low of $1,939.20. First resistance is seen at today's high of $1,963.50 and then at Tuesday's high of $1,972.80. First support is seen at $1,939.20 and then at $1,925.00. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

September silver futures prices hit a four-week low today. The silver bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Silver bulls' next upside price objective is closing prices above solid technical resistance at $24.50. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid support at the June low of $22.34. First resistance is seen at $23.255 and then at $23.50. Next support is seen at today's low of $22.665 and then at $22.34. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

September N.Y. copper closed down 125 points at 377.10 cents today. Prices closed near the session low. The copper bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. Copper bulls' next upside price objective is pushing and closing prices above solid technical resistance at the July high of 402.40 cents. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid technical support at the May low of 356.50 cents. First resistance is seen today's high of 383.15 cents and then at this week's high of 387.70 cents. First support is seen at Wednesday's low of 376.45 cents and then at this week's low of 372.65 cents. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 3.5.

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Jim Wyckoff

For Kitco News

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Tim Moseley

Gold silver weaker on more weak China data technical selling

Gold, silver weaker on more weak China data, technical selling

Gold and silver prices are down in midday U.S. trading Wednesday, with both metals dropping to four-week lows. The precious metals are pressured by another economic report out of China that suggests less consumer demand for goods and services, which includes metals. Chart-based selling is also featured at mid-week, as the near-term technical postures for gold and silver have turned more bearish. December gold was last down $7.80 at $1,952.10 and September silver was down $0.057 at $22.75.

There was more downbeat economic data coming out of China today. The second-largest global economy has slipped into deflation territory for the first time in two years, due to weaker consumer demand. Chinese consumer prices fell 0.3% in July, year-on-year. The reading was in line with market expectations.

Asian and European stock markets were mixed to firmer in overnight trading. U.S. stock indexes are weaker near midday.

Key U.S. inflation reports this week are also in focus for the marketplace. The July U.S. consumer price index it out Thursday and the producer price index is out Friday. Both the CPI and PPI are expected to uptick just a bit from the June reports.

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The key outside markets today see the U.S. dollar index slightly lower. Nymex crude oil prices are higher and trading around $84.00 a barrel. Meantime, the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield is presently fetching 4.182%.

Technically, December gold futures prices hit a four-week low today. Bears have the overall near-term technical advangtage. Prices are in a three-week-old downtrend on the daily bar chart. Bulls’ next upside price objective is to produce a close above solid resistance at $2,000.00. Bears' next near-term downside price objective is pushing futures prices below solid technical support at the June low of $1,939.20. First resistance is seen at today’s high of $1,966.10 and then at Tuesday’s high of $1,972.80. First support is seen at $1,950.00 and then at $1,939.20. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

September silver futures prices also hit a four-week low today. The silver bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Silver bulls' next upside price objective is closing prices above solid technical resistance at $25.00. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid support at the June low of $22.34. First resistance is seen at $23.00 and then at Tuesday’s high of $23.255. Next support is seen at $22.50 and then at $22.34. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

September N.Y. copper closed up 250 points at 379.15 cents today. Prices closed near mid-range. The copper bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. Copper bulls' next upside price objective is pushing and closing prices above solid technical resistance at the July high of 402.40 cents. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid technical support at the May low of 356.50 cents. First resistance is seen Tuesday high of 384.20 cents and then at this week’s high of 387.70 cents. First support is seen at today’s low of 376.45 cents and then at this week’s low of 372.65 cents. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

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Jim Wyckoff

For Kitco News

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Tim Moseley

Weak China data sinks gold silver markets

Weak China data sinks gold, silver markets

Gold and silver prices are lower in midday U.S. trading Tuesday. The two precious metals were pressured following surprisingly weak import and export data coming out of China overnight. A rally in the U.S. dollar index and weaker crude oil prices also weighed on the metals today. December gold was last down $9.60 at $1,960.50 and September silver was down $0.437 at $22.79.

Risk appetite receded following the news that China got some more dour economic data Tuesday, as the world’s second-largest economy saw its exports drop a worse-than-expected 14.5% in July, year-on-year, the steepest decline since the Covid period in February of 2020. Imports in July fell more than expected, down 12.4%. These poor numbers will likely prompt more Chinese central bank stimulus measures soon.

Asian and European stock markets were mostly lower in overnight trading, on the China news. U.S. stock indexes are lower at midday.

Key U.S. and China inflation reports this week are also in focus for the marketplace. The July U.S. consumer price index it out Thursday and the producer price index is out Friday. Both the CPI and PPI are expected to uptick just a bit from the June reports.

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The key outside markets today see the U.S. dollar index solidly higher. Nymex crude oil prices are slightly lower and trading around $81.75 a barrel. Meantime, the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield is presently fetching 4.014%.

Technically, December gold futures bears have the overall near-term technical advangtage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Bulls’ next upside price objective is to produce a close above solid resistance at $2,000.00. Bears' next near-term downside price objective is pushing futures prices below solid technical support at the June low of $1,939.20. First resistance is seen at today’s high of $1,972.80 and then at this week’s high of $1,981.70. First support is seen at last week’s low of $1,954.50 and then at $1,950.00. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0

September silver futures prices hit a four-week low today. The silver bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Silver bulls' next upside price objective is closing prices above solid technical resistance at $25.00. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid support at the June low of $22.34. First resistance is seen at today’s high of $23.255 and then at this week’s high of $23.775. Next support is seen at today’s low of $22.72 and then at $22.50. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

September N.Y. copper closed down 775 points at 375.75 cents today. Prices closed nearer the session low and hit a four-week low today. The copper bears have the overall near-term technical advantage. A nine-week-old uptrend on the daily bar chart has been negated. Copper bulls' next upside price objective is pushing and closing prices above solid technical resistance at the July high of 402.40 cents. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid technical support at the May low of 356.50 cents. First resistance is seen 380.00 cents and then at at today’s high of 384.20 cents. First support is seen at today’s low of 372.65 cents and then at 368.30 cents. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.0.

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Jim Wyckoff

For Kitco News

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Tim Moseley

Gold silver down amid rising bond yields hawkish Fed-speak

Gold, silver down amid rising bond yields, hawkish Fed-speak

Gold and silver prices are lower in midday U.S. trading Monday, with silver prices sharply down and hitting a four-week low. The precious metals are seeing selling interest on rising U.S. Treasury yields, hawkish comments from a Federal Reserve official, and as the near-term technical postures for both markets have turned slightly bearish. December gold was last down $8.10 at $1,968.00 and September silver was down $0.491 at $23.23.

Some hawkish “Fed speak” over the weekend also dampened the metals market bulls today. Federal Reserve governor Michelle Bowman expressed the potential need for further increases in U.S. interest rates to successfully lower inflation to the Fed's target of 2%. Despite recent data suggesting a slow inflation trend, Bowman recommended consistent evidence proving inflation is significantly moving toward the 2% target. Additionally, Fed officials Raphael Bostic and Austan Goolsbee analyzed recent jobs data and suggested that the labor market is improving, which might prompt the Fed to reconsider how long they should maintain the current elevated rates.

Asian and European stock markets were mixed in overnight trading. U.S. stock indexes are firmer at midday.

Key U.S. and China inflation reports this week will be the major data points for the marketplace. The U.S. consumer price index for July is out Thursday, followed by the July producer price index on Friday. July CPI is expected to uptick a bit from the June report, seen at up 3.3%, year-on-year, compared to the 3.0% rise in June. The PPI in July is also expected to rise slightly from June.

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Traders will also be closely watching the U.S. Treasury market this week, as prices have been dropping (yields rising).

The key outside markets today see the U.S. dollar index slightly higher. Nymex crude oil prices are lower and trading around $82.00 a barrel. Meantime, the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield is presently fetching 4.088%.

Technically, December gold futures bears have the slight overall near-term technical advangtage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Bulls' next upside price objective is to produce a close above solid resistance at the July high of $2,028.60. Bears' next near-term downside price objective is pushing futures prices below solid technical support at the June low of $1,939.20. First resistance is seen at today's high of $1,981.70 and then at $1,992.20. First support is seen at last week's low of $1,954.50 and then at $1,950.00. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.5.

September silver futures prices hit a four-week low today. The silver bears have the slight overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Silver bulls' next upside price objective is closing prices above solid technical resistance at the July high of $25.475. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid support at the June low of $22.34. First resistance is seen at today's high of $23.775 and then at $24.00. Next support is seen at $23.00 and then at the July low of $22.72. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 4.5.

September N.Y. copper closed down 400 points at 382.75 cents today. Prices closed near the session low today. The copper bulls have the slight overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are still in a nine-week-old uptrend on the daily bar chart, but just barely. Copper bulls' next upside price objective is pushing and closing prices above solid technical resistance at the April high of 418.25 cents. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid technical support at the June low of 368.30 cents. First resistance is seen at today's high of 387.70 cents and then at 390.00 cents. First support is seen at last week's low of 382.05 cents and then at 380.00 cents. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 5.5.

By

Jim Wyckoff

For Kitco News

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Tim Moseley

Analysts more bullish on gold following lower job growth higher wage inflation

Analysts more bullish on gold following lower job growth, higher wage inflation

The gold market rallied following a weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report for July, which included downward revisions for May and June and strong wage growth, sending spot gold prices from $1931 to an intraday high of $1946.79

The latest Kitco News Weekly Gold Survey showed that the loss of momentum for the U.S. labor market, even as inflation pressures remain in place, had most market analysts bullish or neutral on gold's prospects for the coming week.

This week, 15 Wall Street analysts participated in the Kitco News Gold Survey. Eight of them, or 53%, said they expect to see higher prices for gold next week, while six analysts, or 40%, had a neutral outlook. Only one analyst predicted lower prices for the precious metal over the next seven days, representing 7% of the total.

Kitco Gold Survey

Wall Street

Bullish53%

Bearish7%

Neutral40%

"The U.S. jobs market is slowly cooling, and that's exactly what the Fed wants to see," said Adam Button, Chief Currency Analyst at Forexlive.com. "The market is increasingly comfortable that we are at the terminal rate in Fed funds. When that's confirmed, I think the only place for interest rates to go is down, which is bullish for gold."

Button said gold is already at a fairly elevated price despite strong headwinds from the Fed. "The starting spot right now is around $1940, so how high can gold run in a rate cutting cycle?" he asked. "We've seen high real rates, and when you take a step back and look at how gold has performed during this rate hiking cycle, it's extremely encouraging."

He added that while it's still a little bit early in seasonal terms, by the time Q4 rolls around it will be clear that the Fed is done and that rate cuts are coming in 2024. "That's when I expect gold to take off."

Button said he is also bullish on gold in the short term. "I expect next week's CPI report to emphasize that inflation is contained and will slowly subside, and that should help to lift gold," he said.

Marc Chandler, Managing Director at Bannockburn Global Forex, also sees upside potential for the yellow metal.

"I like gold higher next week," said Chandler. "I think the recent pullback, aided by a rise in rates and a stronger dollar, has run its course. A potential key upside reversal is unfolding after the employment data and gold's decline to a nearly four-week low slightly below $1926 in the spot market. A move back above $1950 suggests potential back toward $1965-$1970."

Colin Cieszynski, Chief Market Strategist at SIA Wealth Management, also expects gold to post gains in the coming days. "I am bullish on gold for the coming week," Cieszynski said. "Technically, it looks like the recent rally in USD and correction in gold is ending. If gold holds on to today's gains, we would have a really nice bullish Morning Star candlestick pattern."

And Darin Newsom, senior market strategist at Barchart.com, also saw technical confirmation that gold was poised for short-term gains.

"December gold is in position to complete a bullish key reversal on its daily chart, confirming the short-term trend has turned up," Newsom said. "Thursday's close saw daily stochastics complete a bullish crossover below the oversold level of 20%, a signal the short-term trend was set to change direction. The previous 3-wave downtrend began with a bearish key reversal on Thursday, July 20, with a high that day of $2,028.60."

"All that is needed for December gold to complete its pattern Friday is a close above Thursday's settlement of $1,968.80," he said.

Representing the neutral camp as he did last week, James Stanley, senior market strategist at Forex.com said he expects gold prices to remain in a sideways holding pattern, though he sees next week's inflation data as a key risk event. "Unchanged, but CPI can change that quickly depending on how it hits," he said.

Stanley said this week was another bear trap, and he doesn't see gold ready for a larger breakdown just yet. "USD was really strong and there was an open door for bears, but they didn't walk through it so I have to think the breakdown theme isn't here yet," he said. "The 1980 area is still key, so if we see a lower-high inside of that next week, the bearish case will grow a bit more attractive."

The lone voice of pessimism among market analysts this week was Kitco's own Jim Wyckoff, who said he sees enough evidence to expect gold prices to fall next week.

"Steady-lower as prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart," he said.

Gold prices continued to trade in positive territory on Friday afternoon, but the precious metal was still down 0.25% on the week, with spot gold last trading at $1940.56 at the time of writing.

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Ernest Hoffman

For Kitco News

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CPI could be a make-or-break moment for gold next week as prices look for direction

CPI could be a make-or-break moment for gold next week as prices look for direction

The gold market is back in no-man's land as the price is pushed and pulled between rising bond yields and continued economic uncertainty. According to some analysts, next week's inflation data could be a "make or break" moment for the precious metal as it struggles to find direction.

Gold's neutral outlook comes as prices look to end the week holding critical near-term support levels but cannot generate enough momentum to retest important resistance. December gold futures last traded at $1,977 an ounce, down 1% from last week.

Although the gold market is looking to end the week off its lows, analysts note that the precious metal still faces some problematic headwinds as economic data does not provide definitive evidence that the Federal Reserve can ease away from its hawkish bias.

Friday's nonfarm payrolls report provided markets with a mixed picture at best as the headline employment number missed expectations, but wage inflation rose. The latest nonfarm payrolls report showed that 187,000 jobs were created in July, compared to economists' expectations for job growth of 200,000. At the same time, wages grew 0.4% last month.

Some analysts have said that for gold to regain its luster and hold gains above $1,980 an ounce, the June Consumer Price Index, published next week, must come in cooler than expected.

"I'm cautiously bullish on gold next week, but if CPI is weak and gold can't rally, then I think this market is done for now," said Dan Pavilonis, senior commodities broker with RJO Futures. "If gold can't rally in that environment, then I think the market needs to reset and consolidate at lower prices."

However, some analysts are not convinced that inflation is ready to drop further. Christopher Vecchio, head of futures and forex at Tastylive.com, said he is not convinced that inflation will reach the Fed's 2% target.

He added that base effects supporting CPI's decline since last year's highs are now working themselves out of the market. He also pointed out that the U.S. economy is facing a renewed rise in food and energy prices.

"I think the risk is that the inflation data supports the Fed's view that interest rates will have to stay higher for long. We could also see markets start to price in a November rate hike. That would create a tough environment for gold," he said.

Vecchio said that he is neutral on gold as he also doesn't want to bet against gold as it looks like U.S. 10-year bond yields above 4% could be peaking.

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"I haven't seen any direction in gold for a few weeks. Every time we bounce past $1,950, the rally doesn't last long; every time we drop below, the selloff doesn't last. Frankly, the technicals are a mess," said Vecchio.

He added that there is also a risk that even if the inflation data comes in weaker than expected, it might not be enough to change the Federal Reserve's hawkish basis as there are still a lot of numbers to be published ahead of September's or November's monetary policy meetings.

But it's more than just the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance hanging over the gold market. The precious metal has found solid support as fears of a slowing economy support safe-haven demand.

Added to the mix was this past week's debt downgrade from Fitch Ratings. Tuesday night, the rating agency downgraded the U.S. government's long-term debt to 'AA+' from 'AAA.

Ed Moya, senior North American market analyst at OANDA, said there is a concern that this downgrade put more focus on the health of the U.S. economy and that rising bond yields could actually create some safe-haven demand for gold.

"If bond yields continue to rise, that could spook markets," he said. "Higher rates for longer is still an environment that gold can thrive in, especially if Wall Street becomes fixated over the deficit.

Despite gold's near-term volatility, Moya said there are still good reasons to be bullish on gold long term as the Federal Reserve nears the end of its tightening cycle.

"It's going to be a bumpy ride to get inflation down to 2%, but the Fed can achieve that goal because the economy is slowing," he said. "We are starting to see the end of monetary policy tightening as the Fed gets closer to its goal and that supports gold prices."

However, Vecchio said he doesn't expect the recent debt downgrade to create much fear in the market. He added that economic conditions are completely different than they were in 2011 when the S&P 500 spooked markets with its downgrade, which ultimately drove gold prices to then-all-time highs above $1,900 an ounce.

"The Fitch downgrade made a nice headline, but the criteria they used seems kind of flimsy," he said. "We saw bonds selloff this past week because investors are buying into the soft-landing and reducing their exposure to safe-haven assets."

While bond yields have room to move higher before they challenge the multi-year highs in October, analysts note that they are currently at levels that sparked the banking crisis in March and April, which saw several major regional U.S. banks collapse.

Next week's data:

Thursday: U.S. CPI, weekly jobless claims

Friday: U.S. PPI, University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment

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Neils Christensen

For Kitco News

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Tangled Browser: Causes and Solutions

Tangled Browser: Causes and Solutions

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Tangled Browser is a new browser that offers users a unique browsing experience. The browser is based on the open-source version of Google Chrome called Chromium but with one significant difference – no personal data or browsing history is shared or stored on the network. Users do not have to register an account with Tangled Browser, and the browser does not collect or compile data about its users.

One of the primary concerns of internet users is privacy and security. Tangled Browser addresses these concerns by ensuring that users' personal data is not collected, stored, or shared. This makes Tangled Browser an attractive option for those who value their privacy and want to protect their personal information from being tracked or monitored by third parties.

 

 

Key Takeaways

  • Tangled Browser is a new browser that offers users a unique browsing experience.

  • Tangled Browser does not collect or compile data about its users, making it an attractive option for those who value their privacy.

  • Tangled Browser addresses privacy and security concerns by ensuring that users' personal data is not collected, stored, or shared.

 

 

Understanding Tangled Browsers

Tangled Browser is an internet browser that is based on the open-source version of Google Chrome called Chromium. The main difference between Tangled Browser and Google Chrome is that Tangled Browser does not share or store any personal data or browsing history on the network. This is because Tangled Browser does not collect or compile data about its users, and users do not have to register an account with the browser.

Tangled Browser is built on the Millix network, which is a distributed ledger technology that uses a DAG (Directed Acyclic Graph) structure. This structure allows for faster and more efficient transactions, making it ideal for use in a browser. The Millix network also provides a high level of security, as each node on the network is responsible for validating transactions.

One of the key features of Tangled Browser is its security. The browser is designed to protect users from phishing attacks, malware, and other online threats. Tangled Browser uses a variety of security measures, including SSL encryption, to ensure that user data is protected.

The Tangled Browser community is also an important aspect of the browser. The community is made up of developers, users, and other stakeholders who work together to improve the browser and make it more secure. The community is also responsible for maintaining the network and ensuring that it remains secure and reliable.

In terms of network architecture, Tangled Browser uses a decentralized system of addresses to ensure that user data is protected. Each user has their own unique address, which is used to send and receive transactions on the Millix network. This decentralized system helps to prevent hacking and other security breaches.

Overall, Tangled Browser is a secure and efficient internet browser that is built on a decentralized network. The browser is designed to protect user data and prevent online threats, making it an ideal choice for those who are concerned about security. The Tangled Browser community is also an important part of the browser, as it works to improve the browser and maintain the Millix network.

 

 

The Role of Content in Tangled Browsers

The Tangled Browser is a decentralized web browser that uses blockchain technology to provide a secure and private browsing experience. The browser relies on a peer-to-peer network to crawl and store content, distribute search result rankings, and manage economics. It is designed to be more secure and transparent than traditional web browsers that store user data in corporate data centers for profit.

The content is a crucial aspect of the Tangled Browser. The browser's decentralized nature means that each user's browser (node) is eligible to participate in the Tangled search network. Each node crawls content from the internet and stores it in a local database. The local database contains a small fraction of the total amount of content on the internet.

The Tangled Browser's approach to content crawling is different from traditional search engines. Traditional search engines store an index of the internet and users' private search histories in corporate data centers for profit. In contrast, the Tangled Browser distributes small fragments of an internet index on the peer-to-peer network. This approach ensures that no single entity has control over the search results, and the search results are more transparent and secure.

Processing and storage of content are also essential aspects of the Tangled Browser. Each node in the Tangled network processes and stores content locally, ensuring that the content is secure and private. The decentralized nature of the Tangled Browser means that no single entity has control over the content processing and storage.

In conclusion, content is a crucial aspect of the Tangled Browser. The browser's decentralized nature means that each user's browser (node) is eligible to participate in the Tangled search network. The Tangled Browser's approach to content crawling ensures that the search results are transparent and secure. Processing and storage of content are also essential aspects of the Tangled Browser, ensuring that the content is secure and private.

 

 

Security and Privacy Concerns

Tangled Browser has gained popularity due to its decentralized approach to search engine crawling and storage, search result rankings, and economics. However, with the increasing reliance on external services, there are several security and privacy concerns that users of Tangled Browser should be aware of.

One of the main concerns is the security of web pages that are loaded through the Tangled Browser. As with any browser, Tangled Browser is vulnerable to web application security vulnerabilities that can be exploited by attackers to gain access to personal data or to take control of the user's device. Additionally, Tangled Browser's security model may not be as robust as those of more established browsers like Google Chrome, which could leave users more vulnerable to attacks.

Another concern is the privacy of personal data. Tangled Browser's decentralized approach to search engine crawling and storage means that user data is not stored in a centralized location, which could be seen as a privacy advantage. However, users should be aware that their personal data is still being shared with other users on the network, which could potentially lead to privacy breaches.

Tangled Browser also relies heavily on external services, which can introduce security vulnerabilities. For example, the browser loads content from content delivery networks (CDNs) and external services, which could be exploited by attackers to inject malicious code into the browser. Additionally, the browser's decentralized approach to search engine crawling and storage means that search results may not be as accurate or reliable as those provided by more established search engines.

In conclusion, while Tangled Browser's decentralized approach to search engine crawling and storage may be appealing to some users, it is important to be aware of the security and privacy concerns associated with the browser. Users should take steps to protect their personal data and ensure that they are using the most secure version of the browser available.

 

 

Exploring the Millix Network

Tangled Browser provides users with an opportunity to explore the Millix network, a decentralized collection of nodes that exchange data and synchronize time with each other. The Millix network is non-hierarchical, which means there is no central authority that controls the network.

Users can explore various use cases for Millix, including making payments using the Millix cryptocurrency. To make a payment, users need a Millix address, which is a unique identifier on the network. Users can obtain a Millix address by creating a payment address on the Tangled Browser. Once a user has a payment address, they can send and receive Millix cryptocurrency.

One of the advantages of using the Millix network is its availability. The network is always on, and users can make transactions at any time. Moreover, the network is peer-to-peer, which means that users can transact directly with each other without the need for intermediaries.

However, users should be aware of the risks associated with using cryptocurrency. Transactions on the Millix network are irreversible, which means that users cannot cancel or reverse a transaction once it has been sent. Additionally, the value of Millix cryptocurrency can be volatile, and users should be prepared for the possibility of losing some or all of their investments.

Users can earn from transaction fees and advertisement payments on the Millix network. Transaction fees are paid by users who want their transactions to be processed quickly. Advertisement payments are made by advertisers who want to reach a specific audience on the network. Users can earn from these payments by participating in the network as nodes.

In summary, Tangled Browser provides users with an opportunity to explore the Millix network and make payments using the Millix cryptocurrency. Users should be aware of the risks associated with using cryptocurrency and should take appropriate precautions to protect their Millix balance.

 

 

Tangled Browser and Search Engine

Tangled Browser is an internet browser that extends the capabilities of the Tangled Search Engine. It operates as a node on the Tangled Search Engine and has the ability to respond to search requests with matching data. Each time a Tangled Browser responds to a search, it has an opportunity to be paid for its service.

The Tangled Search Engine is a peer-to-peer search engine that decentralizes content crawling and storage, search result rankings, and economics. It addresses the problem of biases that exist in centralized search engines. Tangled Search Engine is indexed by quality, personalization, and context, which makes it a more reliable and accurate search engine.

Tangled Browser and Search Engine work together to provide a more efficient and reliable search experience. Tangled Search Engine provides a decentralized search engine that eliminates the problem of biases. It also provides an opportunity for users to earn money by contributing to the search engine.

Tangled Browser, on the other hand, provides an interface for users to access the Tangled Search Engine. It is designed to be user-friendly and easy to use. It integrates with MetaMask extension and supports minting and reconverting MLX to WMLX.

Overall, Tangled Browser and Search Engine offer a new way of searching the internet that is more reliable, efficient, and unbiased.

 

 

Performance and Accuracy

Tangled Browser is a decentralized peer-to-peer search engine that distributes small fragments of an internet index on the local database of participating nodes. This approach provides better performance and accuracy than traditional centralized data center-based search engines.

Unlike centralized search engines, Tangled Browser doesn't rely on a single data center to store and process search queries. Instead, it utilizes a distributed network of nodes that share the workload of crawling and indexing the internet. This approach provides faster search results, as nodes can process and respond to search queries locally without relying on a centralized data center.

Moreover, Tangled Browser's decentralized architecture also enhances accuracy and trust. Since the search results are generated locally on each node, there is no single point of failure or censorship. This approach ensures that search results are not influenced by any central authority or bias.

In addition, Tangled Browser's local database approach also improves performance and accuracy. Since the search index is distributed across multiple nodes, search queries can be processed locally, reducing latency and improving search accuracy. Furthermore, Tangled Browser's local database approach also provides better privacy and security since user search history is not stored on a centralized server.

Overall, Tangled Browser's decentralized peer-to-peer approach provides better performance, accuracy, and trust than traditional centralized search engines. Its local database approach ensures faster and more accurate search results while also providing better privacy and security to users.

 

 

Economic Aspects of Tangled Browsers

Tangled Browser is a decentralized platform that enables peer-to-peer content crawling and storage, search result rankings, and economics. Unlike traditional search engines that store an index of the internet and users' private search history in corporate data centers for profit, Tangled Browser distributes small fragments of an internet index on the network.

Tangled Browser's economic model is designed to reward participants for contributing to the network. Payment for services on the platform is made using the Millix cryptocurrency, which is used to pay transaction fees, advertisement payments, and reserve currency. Transaction fees are paid to search node operators and Millix node operators who provide computational resources to the network.

The platform offers earning opportunities for content creators, content consumers, and content moderators. Content creators can earn Millix by creating high-quality content that is shared and viewed by others. Content consumers can earn Millix by contributing to the network by sharing content and participating in searches. Content moderators can earn Millix by verifying the quality of content and ensuring that it meets the platform's standards.

Tangled Browser's economic model is based on a peer-to-peer network that eliminates the need for intermediaries and reduces transaction costs. This model also reduces the risk of censorship and ensures that the network remains open and accessible to all.

In conclusion, Tangled Browser's economic model is designed to create a decentralized platform that rewards participants for contributing to the network. The platform's use of cryptocurrency and peer-to-peer transactions eliminates intermediaries and reduces transaction costs. This model creates an open and accessible network that is resistant to censorship and provides earning opportunities for participants.

 

 

Tangled Browsers and Social Media

Tangled Browser is a unique web browser that offers a variety of features to enhance user experience. One of the standout features of Tangled Browser is its integration with Tangled Social, a social media platform that offers additional earning opportunities to its users.

Tangled Social was launched in December 2022 and has since gained significant traction, with over 5 million page views and an average of 40,000 page views per day. When new users sign up for Tangled Social, they are greeted with a welcome tutorial that teaches them the basic features. All active Tangled Social users receive frequent stimulus payments, while Tangled Browser users receive larger stimulus payments than users on traditional browsers.

In terms of social media integration, Tangled Browser offers a seamless experience for users who want to stay connected while browsing the web. Users can easily access their social media accounts directly from the browser, without having to open a separate tab or window. This feature is particularly useful for users who want to multitask or stay connected while browsing the web.

Tangled Browser is also well-suited for gaming, with a built-in gaming platform that offers a variety of games for users to play. The platform is constantly updated with new games, ensuring that users always have something new to play. Additionally, the browser offers a variety of tools and features that make gaming more enjoyable, such as ad-blocking and pop-up blocking.

It is worth noting that Tangled Browser is not biased towards any particular social media platform or gaming company. The browser is designed to offer a neutral and unbiased experience for all users, regardless of their preferences. This approach has helped Tangled Browser to gain a loyal following among users who value neutrality and fairness in their online experiences.

Overall, Tangled Browser offers a unique and innovative approach to web browsing, with a focus on social media integration and gaming. Its integration with Tangled Social and built-in gaming platform make it a compelling choice for users who want to stay connected and entertained while browsing the web.

 

 

Technical Aspects of Tangled Browser

Tangled Browser is a unique internet browser that utilizes peer-to-peer technology to decentralize content crawling and storage, search result rankings, and economics. Unlike traditional browsers that store an index of the internet and users' private search history in corporate data centers for profit, Tangled Browser distributes small fragments of an internet index on the network, making it more secure and private.

Tangled Browser is built on top of Chromium, an open-source browser project that powers Google Chrome. It supports HTML and other web technologies and provides a user-friendly interface for browsing the web. The browser is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems.

Tangled Browser requires a certain amount of computing power to operate efficiently. The browser uses the resources of the user's computer to crawl and store content, making it a resource-intensive application. However, users can adjust the amount of computing power they want to contribute to the network.

The Tangled network is composed of nodes that store and distribute small fragments of an internet index. Each node has a unique address that identifies it on the network. Nodes work together to ensure that the internet index is always up-to-date and accurate.

Addresses on the Tangled network are generated using a unique algorithm that ensures they are unique and secure. Users can generate their own addresses and use them to interact with the network. Addresses can be used to send and receive payments and to participate in the network's governance.

Overall, Tangled Browser is a unique and innovative browser that leverages peer-to-peer technology to provide a more secure and private browsing experience. Its technical aspects, such as its use of Chromium, computing power requirements, a network of nodes, and unique address generation algorithm, make it a powerful tool for browsing the web.

 

 

Conclusion

The Tangled Browser is a unique and innovative browser that offers users a decentralized and peer-to-peer search experience. Unlike traditional search engines that store an index of the internet and users' private search history in corporate data centers for profit, Tangled Search distributes small fragments of an internet index on the network of its users.

With Tangled Browser, users can enjoy a faster and more secure browsing experience. The browser is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems, and it boasts a simple and easy-to-use interface. It also offers users the ability to earn cryptocurrency by sharing their computing resources with the Tangled network.

Overall, Tangled Browser is an exciting and promising development in the world of browsers and search engines. Its decentralized approach to search and browsing is a refreshing change from the status quo, and it offers users a more secure and private browsing experience. With its growing user base and commitment to innovation, Tangled Browser is poised to become a major player in the world of browsers and search engines.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

How do I download the Tangled app?

To download the Tangled Browser, visit the Tangled website and select the appropriate version for your operating system. Minimum system requirements for Windows include Windows 7, an Intel Pentium 4 processor or later that is SSE3 capable, and 1 GB of RAM. For Mac, OS X El Capitan 10.11 or later is required.

 

 

What is Tangled Talk and how do I use it?

Tangled Talk is a feature in the Tangled Browser that allows users to communicate with each other while browsing. To use Tangled Talk, simply click on the Tangled Talk icon in the top right corner of the browser and start typing in the chat box.

 

 

Can I withdraw money from Tangled and how?

Yes, users can withdraw money from Tangled. To do so, go to the Tangled Wallet section and click on the Withdraw button. Follow the instructions to complete the withdrawal process.

 

 

What is Https khamos tangled com join?

Https khamos tangled com join is not a feature or part of the Tangled Browser. It is possible that this is a phishing scam or a malicious website attempting to imitate Tangled. Users should exercise caution when clicking on unknown links.

 

 

Where can I find the Tangled website?

The Tangled website can be found at tangled.com. From there, users can download the Tangled Browser, access the Tangled Wallet, and learn more about the features and benefits of using Tangled.

 

 

Is Tangled Browser a web browser or a mobile app?

Tangled Browser is a web browser that can be downloaded and installed on desktop and laptop computers. It is not currently available as a mobile app.

Tim Moseley

Gold prices remain stuck in neutral as US economy created 187K jobs in July wages increase

Gold prices remain stuck in neutral as U.S. economy created 187K jobs in July, wages increase

The gold market is trying to hold critical resistance levels as the U.S. labor market loses momentum in July, even as inflation pressures remain in place.

U.S. nonfarm payrolls rose by 187,000 last month, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The monthly figure was below the market consensus estimates of 205,000.

However, the report also noted that the U.S. unemployment rate saw a better-than-expected improvement, falling to 3.5%, down from 3.6% in June. Economists were expecting to see an unchanged reading.

The gold market is not seeing much reaction to the disappointing headline numbers. December gold futures last traded at $1,970 an ounce, roughly unchanged on the day.

According to some market analysts, the gold market could be struggling to gain solid bullish traction because the report noted that inflation remains a significant concern and could force the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates after the summer.

The report said that average hourly earnings rose by 14 cents or 0.4% last month to $33.74. The increase beat expectations as economists were looking for wages to rise 0.3%.

Along with the disappointing headline number, the report noted a downward revision in May and June. May's unemployment data was revised down to 281,000, down from the previous estimate of 306,000; at the same time, June's employment data was revised down to 185,000, down from the initial forecast of 209,000.

Naeem Aslam, chief investment officer at Zaye Capital Markets, said that the data would continue to fuel the ongoing tug of war in the marketplace as the latest data provides no definitive path for the U.S. central bank.

"There were also some mixed signals in the data point, which means that the Fed doesn't really have the confidence to go and increase the interest rate in the way that they would have liked," he said.

Aslam added that next week's inflation data will be a crucial piece of data for markets next week.

"Traders are highly likely to continue to live on the edge unless they see a clear downtrend in inflation, which is difficult to anticipate given an upswing in oil prices," he said.

Paul Ashworth, chief North American economist at Capital Economics noted that the disappointing data in the last two months shows job growth at its slowest pace in 2.5 years.

“The cyclical sectors of the economy contributed less than 100,000 additional jobs, pointing to a real economy that, echoing the muted survey-based evidence, is a lot weaker than the pick-up in second-quarter GDP growth suggested,” he said.

By

Neils Christensen

For Kitco News

Time to Buy Gold and silver

Tim Moseley

Gold silver weaker amid surging US Treasury yields

Gold, silver weaker amid surging U.S. Treasury yields

Gold and silver prices are moderately down in midday U.S. trading Thursday. The precious metals are feeling the pressure of rising U.S. Treasury yields and an up-trending U.S. dollar index. December gold was last down $6.30 at $1,968.70 and September silver was down $0.237 at $23.635.

The surprise downgrade of the U.S. government’s credit rating by Fitch has cast a pall over what was a generally upbeat summertime marketplace. The Fitch downgrade came amid no major changes in U.S. government policies or actions recently, but instead appears to be a recognition by Fitch of the bitter partisanship among lawmakers, including over raising the U.S. debt ceiling, in recent years. Some argue the Fitch news is just an excuse for the U.S. stock indexes to see downside corrections after recent good gains. As for rising bond yields this week, the Treasury yields have actually been trending higher (prices lower) since March. However, bond yields have accelerated their rise the past two days. JP Morgan chief Jamie Dimon, when asked about the significance of the Fitch credit downgrade to the U.S., replied that it did not mean much and that the true judge of U.S. creditworthiness is the markets.

Asian and European stock markets were mostly lower in overnight trading. U.S. stock indexes are slightly lower near midday.

In other news, the Bank of England raised its main interest rate by 0.25%, to 5.25%. The move was expected.

Traders are awaiting the U.S. data point of the week on Friday: the U.S. employment situation report for July. The key non-farm payrolls number is expected to come in at up 200,000 jobs, compared to a rise of 209,000 in the June report.

  No soft landing means 'we take out the all-time highs on gold by year-end' while equity collapse could drag Bitcoin below 15k – Gareth Soloway

The key outside markets today see the U.S. dollar index a bit weaker and hitting a four-week high overnight. Nymex crude oil prices are higher and trading around $81.00 a barrel. Meantime, the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury note yield is presently fetching 4.196%.

Technically, December gold futures prices hit another three-week low today. Bulls and bears are on a level overall near-term technical playing field but the bears have downside momentum. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Bulls’ next upside price objective is to produce a close above solid resistance at the July high of $2,028.60. Bears' next near-term downside price objective is pushing futures prices below solid technical support at the June low of $1,939.20. First resistance is seen at $1,075.00 and then at Wednesday’s high of $1,992.20. First support is seen at today’s low of $1,964.50 and then at $1,950.00. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 5.0.

September silver futures prices hit another three-week low today. The silver bulls still have lost their slight overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are in a fledgling downtrend on the daily bar chart. Silver bulls' next upside price objective is closing prices above solid technical resistance at the July high of $25.475. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid support at the June low of $22.34. First resistance is seen at $24.00 and then at $24.50. Next support is seen at today’s low of $23.41 and then at $23.25. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 5.0.

September N.Y. copper closed up 485 points at 389.20 cents today. Prices closed near the session high today. The copper bulls have the slight overall near-term technical advantage. Prices are still in a nine-week-old uptrend on the daily bar chart, but just barely. Copper bulls' next upside price objective is pushing and closing prices above solid technical resistance at the April high of 418.25 cents. The next downside price objective for the bears is closing prices below solid technical support at the June low of 368.30 cents. First resistance is seen at 396.40 cents and then at 400.00 cents. First support is seen at today’s low of 382.05 cents and then at 380.00 cents. Wyckoff's Market Rating: 5.5.

By

Jim Wyckoff

For Kitco News

Time to Buy Gold and silver

Tim Moseley

Gold’s and gold miners’ fake rally was erased – just as expected

Gold's, and gold miners' fake rally was erased – just as expected

 

What a difference 24h can make, huh? Gold rallied visibly on Monday, only to give it back on Tuesday. Same with miners. What's next?

Gold and Miners' Volatile Ride

Exactly the same thing that was likely before yesterday's session. One of the things that indicated that decline was silver's outperformance – this indication rarely fails to deliver. It's surprising for those, who are new to the silver market, but it's true – the white metal tends to fake strength relative to gold right before the entire sector turns south. We saw that once again.

That was fake strength. Fake weakness was what we recently saw in the USD Index.

On July 14, when the USD Index was after the daily close at 99.49, I wrote the following:

And the thing is that the USD Index IS likely to reverse and soar very soon.

Slightly lower than expected CPI and lower than expected nonfarm payrolls didn't justify a decline this big. The market simply wanted to decline as it seems that the market participants are still in denial and expect the Fed to start cutting interest rates shortly once again. And it can't without limiting the demand. The move lower in the USD Index just made this task harder for the Fed as the U.S.-produced good just got much cheaper for foreign buyers.

On a technical front, each move below 101 (and 100 is even more profound support as it's an extremely round number) was quickly reversed and followed by a rally. And since we now also see a strong buy signal from the RSI (we haven't seen it this low in well over a year!), it's very likely that we're seeing a bottom in the making right now.

That's exactly what happened. That was a fake weakness, and it ended up being one of the most bullish monthly price patterns imaginable – we saw a monthly hammer reversal candlestick.

And you know what happened after the previous monthly reversal?

Rhyming History Points to Turmoil Ahead

The USD Index launched a powerful rally, even though the reversal that we saw back then (in early 2021) was not even as clear as the one that we saw in July 2023. The GDXJ ETF – proxy for junior mining stocks – topped when the USD Index reversed in early 2021, and it simply kept on declining with periodic corrections.

The point is: higher GDXJ prices were never seen since that time, even though the general stock market moved higher since that time, which “should have” contributed to the miners' rally.

Speaking of stocks, please take a look at what happened in them yesterday and what's happening in the S&P 500 futures in today's pre-market trading.

The above chart features daily price changes (each candlestick is one trading day), and the below chart features the 4-hour candlesticks.

The S&P 500 futures formed a clear shooting star reversal in late July, and it can also be viewed as a failed attempt to move above the mid-July high. Stocks attempted to move above this level also in early August, and they failed once again. Today's early decline suggests that the rally might be over.

Why is this important for mining stocks?

Because they moved lower substantially yesterday, while stocks moved lower just a little. So, if stocks are going to move lower in a really significant manner (and it's likely to happen either very soon or soon, anyway), then miners are likely to truly plunge.

As a reminder, the history is rhyming for junior miners and the action that followed the vertical, red lines are very similar. These lines were not placed randomly – they market the days when the nonfarm payroll statistics arrived below expectations. In both cases, junior miners first rallied, and then they formed important tops.

That was also the case recently, and the current decline is in perfect tune with what we already saw.

Yes, the economic / geopolitical situation is not the same as it was in April 2023 or in mid-2022, but it doesn't matter. What matters is that the statistics were below expectations. This is the key part, because missed expectations trigger similar emotions regardless of the statistics themselves. And since price moves are ultimately triggered by humans that are taking emotional (!) decisions (they might be good and justifying those emotional decisions with logic, but emotions always play a huge role in making decisions on average), the same patterns will continue to work over and over again.

Because neither fear nor greed nor other emotions will disappear regardless of which party wins elections, how high interest rates get, and so on. That's why applying technical analysis while making gold price forecasts makes sense now, and it made sense decades ago. And it will continue to make sense in the future.

What does history's tendency to rhyme tell us – gold investors – right now? That's we should brace ourselves for more turmoil this year, as soaring USD Index and declining stocks don't bode well for gold price's outlook. And in particular, the above combination is likely to drive junior mining stocks lower.

This, in turn, means that the huge profits that we recently reaped in the FCX recently are likely to be joined by massive profits from the current short positions in the junior mining stocks and in the FCX.

By

Przemyslaw Radomski

Contributing to kitco.com

Time to Buy Gold and silver

Tim Moseley

The Artist that came out of the Winter