Global Protests and Cryptocurrency Issues

The video covers a ceasefire in northern Syria involving Turkey, the Kurds, and the U.S., highlighting international reactions and implications. It then shifts to global protests in Lebanon, Chile, and Hong Kong, exploring their causes and impacts. The focus moves to Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency project, discussing its potential effects and challenges. Finally, a humorous segment on a soccer game interrupted by tumbleweeds is presented.

What was the main reason for the US to remove its troops from northern Syria?

• To strengthen ties with Russia

• To assist Kurdish forces

• To avoid conflict with Turkish forces

• To support Turkey's military operations

Which event triggered the protests in Lebanon?

• A proposed tax on internet calls

• An increase in public transportation fares

• A rise in fuel prices

• A new government policy

What was the initial cause of the protests in Chile?

• A tax on social media usage

• A hike in metro ticket prices

• A new labor law

• A government corruption scandal

What was the proposed bill in Hong Kong that led to widespread protests?

• A bill to increase public transportation fares

• A bill to increase taxes

• A bill to extradite suspects to mainland China

• A bill to reduce public holidays

What is the name of Facebook's proposed cryptocurrency?

• Bitcoin

• Ripple

• Ethereum

• Libra

What is a key feature of Libra that differentiates it from Bitcoin?

• It is backed by real-world assets

• It is not backed by any assets

• It has no transaction fees

• It is only available in the US

Which company is NOT one of the partners in managing Libra?

• Uber

• Amazon

• Visa

• Vodafone

What is the main concern of lawmakers regarding Libra?

• Its potential to destabilize the US dollar

• Its ability to evade taxes

• Its impact on Facebook's power and influence

• Its high transaction fees

What is the main challenge for Libra's success according to the video?

• Gaining regulatory approval

• Building trust in the system

• Competing with existing banks

• Reducing transaction times

What humorous event occurred during a soccer game in Montana?

• A tumbleweed caused a timeout

• The referee forgot the whistle

• A dog ran onto the field

• A player scored an own goal