RT Sreeram Kannan (@sreeramkannan)Debunking economic security myths.Self-enforcing vs committee chains (Libra?).Myth 1) Economic security is a meme because "delegation" implies we anyway only have a non-staked committee and thus no security. But delegation in the presence of slashing means - you chose your operator carefully - otherwise you will get slashed. So in fact the reasoning is totally misplaced.Myth 2) Economic security is a meme because forking can solve all problems. Forking a blockchain takes ti ...

Staking & Economic Security - Staking yields should be low due to rare or non-existent slashing, as high interest for risk-free activities with slight liquidity disruptions is illogical [1] - The industry should be cautious about dismissing economic security, as increasing value on chains elevates attack incentives, and relying on social layers can lead to destructive politics [2] - Crypto-economic security aims to replace human interaction with enforced protocol rules; validators fearing slashing behave differently [3] - If a native coin isn't needed for security, it has little value, highlighting the link between coin value, incentives, and security [4] Tokenomics & Protocol Design - If security doesn't rely on incentives, the coin's value is questionable; equity issuance and stablecoin fees become viable alternatives [5] - More experimentation with slashing is needed in protocol design, balancing risk with worthwhile rewards [5] - A PoS chain with more slashing and higher inflation offers a sophisticated way to incentivize validators towards desirable outcomes, benefiting DeFi with risk-adjusted yield options [6]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or specific companies involved in the US-Japan tariff negotiations Core Insights - The third round of US-Japan tariff negotiations did not result in significant changes, with Japan continuing to advocate for the removal of reciprocal tariffs on autos, steel, and aluminum [2] - Economic security emerged as a key theme in the discussions, reflecting its importance in both the US-Japan negotiations and the recent US-UK trade agreement [4] - The Japanese government is exploring the establishment of a "Japan-US fund for reviving the shipbuilding industry," indicating a focus on enhancing cooperation in sectors deemed critical for national security [6] Summary by Sections Trade Negotiations - The third round of negotiations on May 23 saw no major shifts in Japan's position, with a focus on achieving an agreement during the upcoming G7 summit [2] - A telephone conversation between Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and President Donald Trump prior to the negotiations covered various topics, including tariff negotiations and economic security [3] Economic Security - Economic security was highlighted as a significant factor in the negotiations, with implications for tariffs on key imports [4] - The discussions included Japan's interest in securing rare earth supplies and cooperation on alternative technologies, further emphasizing the strategic nature of the negotiations [3] Shipbuilding Industry - The potential establishment of a Japan-US fund for the shipbuilding industry could lead to deeper collaboration in this sector, which is viewed as vital for national security [6] - The report suggests that government initiatives aimed at enhancing economic security will impact a wide range of Japanese companies beyond just shipbuilding [6] Investment Opportunities - The trade talks are expected to encourage further investment in the US, particularly in shipbuilding and other sectors related to economic security [5] - President Trump's recent announcements regarding commercial deals in the Middle East, totaling around $2 trillion, may also serve to attract more Japanese investment in the US manufacturing sector [7]