Trump is Finalizing Something Big

Trump is Finalizing Something Big

589bull:   5-11-2025

He’s finalizing something big—like FX-level, gold-layered, system reset big.

Petrodollar’s on life support. Iraq, Saudi, UAE—all lining up. Feels like we’re watching the board get cleared before the rate switch.

Watcher.Guru:  JUST IN: White House says more trade deals could be announced this week.

Christian Patriot:  Trump said Friday 4 or 5 more deals would be announced very soon… almost immediately… and he’s headed to the Middle East On a trip he was going to take after Pope’s funeral but didn’t. Wonder why?! Maybe because this week is the #GCR #RV

Switzerland.

Where they go when no one’s allowed to watch.

FINALIZATION

A global checkmate signed in silence.

Greer says it was “fast.” Bullsh*t. You don’t untangle $1.2 trillion in trade imbalances over lunch. They staged it to look casual. The real deal was inked long before they landed.

Bessent called it a national emergency.

Read that again.
Not a negotiation.
Not a dispute.
Emergency.

They just rewrote the rules under executive war powers, and no one even blinked.

China didn’t push back because China’s not the opponent. They’re in on it.

Everyone’s been watching the wrong board. This wasn’t about trade. It was about currency. Control. Leverage. Who gets to value reality when the dust settles.

Now gold’s flooding in. The yuan’s being padded. And behind closed doors, Trump’s already dealt Iraq, Vietnam, and half the Middle East their new terms.

They’re calling it a “productive meeting.” What they meant was: It’s done.

Tomorrow they’ll spoon-feed the narrative. But if you’re reading this, you already saw the trigger get pulled. The system’s flipping. And no one’s stopping it.

Watcher.Guru:  BREAKING: United States announces trade deal with China.

Source(s):
https://x.com/589bull10000/status/1921595926885302320
https://x.com/589bull10000/status/1921621608076025924

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/11/589bull-trump-is-finalizing-something-big/

“Tidbits From TNT” Monday Morning 5-12-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Monetary policy raises the value of the dinar and reduces reliance on the parallel market

The Iraqi dinar has recently recorded strong performance against the dollar, driven by a series of monetary measures adopted by the Central Bank, which have contributed to reducing demand for hard currency in the parallel market and enhancing the confidence of traders in official channels.

This improvement comes amid ongoing government efforts to consolidate financial stability and stimulate business activity through effective monetary instruments and transparent and direct financing mechanisms.

Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kuwait, Dr. Ammar Hamad, confirmed to Al-Sabah that this increase reflects the success of the monetary policy pursued by the bank in reducing reliance on the parallel market and providing safe and transparent sources of financing for foreign trade. He explained that this policy has enabled the commercial family to obtain dollars through official channels that adhere to international standards, without having to resort to the unregulated market.

Hamad noted that the Central Bank continues to work toward consolidating the local banking system and raising its operational efficiency to levels consistent with international banking standards, making it a fundamental pillar in driving economic development in Iraq. He added that the bank is adopting advanced mechanisms that enable banks to offer diverse banking products that support various economic sectors and facilitate financing and cash flow operations.

For his part, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Dr. Mazhar Mohammed Salih, explained that a number of factors contributed to strengthening the value of the dinar, most notably the weak demand for the dollar in the parallel market, as a result of the Central Bank's policies regarding financing foreign trade for the private sector. He explained that the bank strengthens Iraqi banks' dollar balances through their correspondents abroad, especially banks with a high credit rating (AAA), which speeds up the execution of international transfers and reduces the need for dollars in the local market.

He also indicated that the move towards using alternative currencies such as the euro, yuan, dirham, and lira in banking transactions has helped reduce excessive reliance on the dollar.

Saleh also noted that enabling small businesses to access financing sources directly through Iraqi banks, without costly intermediaries, has helped reduce operating costs and improved commercial efficiency, as this segment represents approximately 60% of private sector trade. He added that travelers can now easily obtain their foreign currency dues via payment cards at a subsidized exchange rate of 1,320 dinars to the dollar, in addition to the ability to receive dollars in cash at Iraqi airports, which has eased pressure on the parallel market.

In the same context, economic expert Nazir Al-Saadi emphasized that the money transfer services provided by the Central Bank have become safer and more effective, which has prompted business families to move away from the parallel market, which is characterized by significant risks and high costs.

He explained that relying on official transfers not only ensures the safety of transactions, but also reduces the final cost of imports, which is positively reflected in the prices offered to consumers. He added that random transfers from the parallel market often caused losses to importers due to failure to implement them or due to price fluctuations, while the Central Bank mechanism provides a stable financial system that preserves the value of the currency and reduces Opportunities for manipulation. link

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Tishwash:  The US Embassy: the participation of an Iraqi delegation in an annual investment summit.

The US Embassy in Baghdad announced on Sunday that an Iraqi delegation will participate in the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit this May.

The embassy said in a statement that it is leading a delegation of 46 business leaders from Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, to ​​the United States to participate in the annual SelectUSA Investment Summit, which is being held in the Washington, D.C., area from May 11-14.

The embassy added that the delegation "includes a diverse range of sectors, including technology, cybersecurity, tourism, hospitality, food and beverage, franchising, agriculture, construction, investment, pharmaceuticals, real estate, and oil and gas. This diversity highlights the broad opportunities for cooperation and investment between the United States and Iraq."

It emphasized that the summit "is the largest event dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment in the United States," noting that it "brings together international investors, representatives from state and local governments, and government officials to facilitate investment in the American economy."

She explained that the summit "is organized by the Ministry of Trade and provides essential information and services to help foreign investors navigate the investment process in the United States," noting that it "aims to help Iraqis identify investment opportunities in the United States and grow their businesses."

The embassy continued in its statement, "This visit is part of a series of important visits aimed at strengthening economic relations between Iraq and the United States across various sectors."

It concluded by saying, "During May, a delegation from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation visited Baghdad, and in April, more than 100 businessmen and companies from the American-Iraqi Chamber of Commerce participated in a business forum in Baghdad."  link

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Tishwash:  The 2025 budget schedules will be finalized by the end of May.

MP Baqir Al-Saadi stressed that "the existence of 2025 budget schedules is important to ensure project funding and provide financial support for local governments, enabling them to proceed with implementing service projects across all sectors."

Al-Saadi indicated in a press interview seen by (Al-Masry Al-Youm, Sunday 5/11/2025) that “the 2025 budget schedules will be decided by the end of this May.”

He said, "Despite talk of the possibility of postponing the budget resolution until after the November 2025 elections, there are indications that the budget schedules may be finalized by the end of this month. Thus, after the end of the legislative recess, the parliament will have the opportunity to finalize it or hold extraordinary sessions to discuss and vote on it."

He explained that "the delay in finalizing these schedules and the Cabinet's failure to send them to the Parliamentary Finance Committee for review before submitting them to the Parliament Presidency for a vote has negative repercussions on the funding of service projects in ministries and local governments." link

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Mot:  ... Don't Forget – Grandma  

More News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday PM 5-11-2025

US Should Back a Debt Instrument Backed by Gold

Gold Telegraph:   5-10-2025

BREAKING NEWS: THE INFLOW INTO PHYSICALLY BACKED GOLD EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS IN APRIL WAS THE LARGEST SINCE 2022 WITH CHINA-LISTED FUNDS LEADING THE MOVE

China…

“The inflow intensified in April when the world’s two largest economies exchanged t*t-for-tat import tariffs…”

Source: https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/china-led-funds-spur-largest-monthly-inflow-into-gold-etfs-three-years-2025-05-08/

BREAKING NEWS: U*****E IS STARTING TO CONSIDER A SHIFT AWAY FROM THE U.S. DOLLAR, POSSIBLY LINKING ITS CURRENCY MORE CLOSELY TO THE EURO

Plot twist.

“Some European countries that do not use the euro, including Denmark, peg their currencies to the euro using the European exchange rate…”

Source: https://kyivindependent.com/u*****e-considers-linking-hryvnia-closer-to-euro-rather-than-dollar-reuters-reports/

The National Bank of Poland governor says gold is a shield against global instability and a cornerstone of economic sovereignty. Central bankers are starting to say the quiet part out loud…

My friend Judy Shelton (@judyshel) is a fearless patriot and leading voice for sound money… Unafraid to confront the silent destruction of fiat currency. The United States should back a debt instrument backed by GOLD.

Judy Shelton:  If you don’t mind going back to 2012, here’s an article I wrote published in the Cato Journal describing how to issue gold-backed Treasury bonds as an important first step on the road to sound money, both at home and abroad. https://search.app/32iVUvRBJFyBh6

BREAKING NEWS: BANKS AND BROKERS ARE SEEING RISING DEMAND FOR CURRENCY DERIVATIVES THAT BYPASS THE DOLLAR… BYPASSING THE DOLLAR IS GAINING MOMENTUM IN ASIA

The momentum is no longer being questioned.

“The attempt to find alternatives is another sign that companies and investors are turning their backs on the world’s reserve currency…”

Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-09/global-shift-to-bypass-the-dollar-is-gaining-momentum-in-asia

Wall Street banks say investors managing trillions are beginning to scale back their exposure to United States assets. Again, the foundation is shaking.

China just greenlit the use of foreign currency by banks to fund expanded gold imports. China is ramping up gold buying… Swapping U.S. dollars for hard assets. The world is starting to piece it together. Big.

Source(s):   https://x.com/GoldTelegraph_/status/1920512888348839967

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/10/gold-telegraph-us-should-back-a-debt-instrument-backed-by-gold/

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

PompeyPeter  What we know is the budget hasn't been activated.  We also on Saturday the 17th in Baghdad Sudani heads up the Arab Summit...29 countries of the Arab League.  I think Big Don is going to be there as well.  That's the word on the street... 

Militia Man  This is an event that's going to be historic...Investors put their money where their mouth is....$88 billion invested in Iraq in 2023/24...There's an estimated $400 to $500 billion more on the way.  That's massive!  A half a trillion dollars is huge.  Why?  Iraq told us they have $16 trillion worth of rare earth and that doesn't even include the taxes and tariffs at the borders...The list goes on an on.  To think there's not going to be an adjustment so Iraq can enter and be integrated into the International financial system is flat-out silly.  But there's still a lot of people that believe that.  That's ok, it's not meant for everybody.

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GOLD RUSH HOUR: The Day the Dollar Resets—How Life as You Know It Will Change

Taylor Kenny:  5-11-2025

In this episode of Gold Rush Hour, Taylor Kenney and ITM Trading President Eric Griffin dig into the hidden warning signs of a dying dollar, rising volatility, and what history tells us about currency resets.

With gold hitting new highs and the Fed denying reality, we ask: are we already in the final stage of the dollar’s life cycle?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XO5YDha1RFQ

A Currency-Market ‘Avalanche’ Is Heading For The U.S. Dollar, And The Tremors Started This Week

A Currency-Market ‘Avalanche’ Is Heading For The U.S. Dollar, And The Tremors Started This Week

Joseph Adinolfi   Wed, May 7, 2025   MarketWatch

Investors have valid reasons to be concerned about wild swings in the global currency market over the past few days, according to one market veteran.

Since late 2022, Stephen Jen, chief executive and co-chief investment officer of Eurizon SLJ Capital, has been warning about the possibility that the U.S. dollar could be vulnerable to a sudden, disorderly depreciation, which he has likened to an “avalanche.”

Jen thinks that moment may have finally arrived. In a report shared with MarketWatch on Wednesday, Jen and co-author Joana Freire said that the sudden spike in the value of the Taiwan dollar and other Asian currencies could be a prelude to a bigger selloff in the greenback.

“We continue to believe the risks of investors being blind-sided by such a non-linear sell-off in the dollar continue to rise. The sharp sell-off in [the Taiwan dollar] last week is such an example. There will be others, we predict,” they said in the report.

In the view of Jen and Freire, changes in the geopolitical landscape, interest-rate spreads or other factors could inspire U.S. trading partners to start dumping the massive stores of dollars and dollar-denominated assets they have accumulated since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020.

They calculated that the pile of at-risk dollars held by China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Vietnam and other major Asian exporters has topped $2.5 trillion, a tally that has recently been rising by about $500 billion a year. Some of this money has been parked in liquid money-market instruments that aren’t included in data on international investment flows, Jen said.

The chart below shows the cumulative trade surpluses that major Asian exporters have accumulated with the U.S. since the start of 2020. It shows that the biggest “avalanche” risk for the dollar stems from Malaysia, Taiwan, Singapore, China and Vietnam.

If local exporters were to unload even a portion of their dollar holdings, it could cause the buck to weaken substantially. The risk is compounded by the fact that these market participants know the dollar is overvalued, Jen said, which could encourage them to cut and run if the greenback continues to weaken.

“The overhang of liquid dollar holdings is just too large if the dollar weakens, the Fed cuts interest rates, and China stages a cyclical rebound,” Jen and Freire said.

The Federal Reserve wasn’t expected to cut rates on Wednesday at the conclusion of its two-day policy meeting, but expectations have been growing for cuts totaling 75 basis points in 2025.

https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/currency-market-avalanche-heading-u-162200542.html

News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday 5-11-2025

Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Sun. 11 May 2025

Compiled Sun. 11 May 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Global Financial Crisis:

Sat. 10 May 2025 The Quantum Reset has begun. And this time, it’s backed by more than code. It’s backed by history, momentum, and a world finally ready to say: Enough. …Julian Assange on Telegram

Sat. 12 April 2025 The U.S. just (allegedly) triggered the Global Currency Reset (GCR) and the Revaluation (RV), shattering the corrupt system that’s enslaved the world for decades.

Fri. 11 April 2025 a classified Tier 1 operation (allegedly) quietly began. $500 trillion is now moving through the global system through perfectly timed veils of tariffs.

Trump’s trade war was about taking down the rigged currency game. The U.S. Trade Representative is now (allegedly) enforcing currency revaluations as part of new deals. No more manipulation. No more fake valuations. No more China cheating the dollar.

The Federal Reserve plans to print $9.5 trillion to buy out global gold. But the moment they move, the dollar hits ZERO. Gold will shoot to infinity.

Inside the Tier 1 Blueprint for a Silent $500 Trillion Reset as Global Financial Realignment Is Already in Motion

Over $500 trillion in frozen or hidden assets is now (allegedly) being introduced back into circulation under humanitarian cover. This structure prevents manipulation, bypasses corruption, and protects the mission: 80% of the funds directed toward humanitarian infrastructure, 1% for logistical discretion, and 19% anchored in U.S. Treasury bonds to stabilize the sovereign narrative and avoid inflationary shocks.

Tariffs provide the smokescreen. Governments declare economic wins as hidden financial pathways quietly funnel resources through redemption frameworks unknown to the public.

This operation will never be called a reset. It will be labeled as “liquidity flow alignment,” “sovereign debt stabilization,” or “post-pandemic optimization.” But make no mistake: this is a reverse-engineered correction of economic plunder. The theft of wealth, time, and global potential is (allegedly) being quietly reversed—without ever admitting the theft occurred.

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Sat 10 May 2025 TRUMP ACTIVATES GESARA – GLOBAL RESET IN MOTION …Ben Fulford on Telegram

May 8, 2025 — It’s official: GESARA is LIVE. Redemption Centers are (allegedly) operational. Biometric NDAs are being enforced. Quantum Access Cards distributed. Digital gold wallets activated. And StarLink has become the digital backbone of the global reset. The war for financial freedom is no longer coming — it has BEGUN.

Trump’s Executive Order from April 10 (allegedly) TERMINATED the Federal Reserve. All Fed assets are now in U.S. Treasury control under the QFS. Every major transaction in the restored Republic must now pass through Quantum Voting System sovereignty checks. The days of globalist central banking are (allegedly) OVER.

Global Debt Cancellation is HAPPENING NOW. Sources from Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe confirm sovereign debt is being wiped — quietly, under biometric NDA lock. Nations once crushed by the IMF and BIS are walking free. Break that NDA? Instant QFS lockout. No appeal. No warning.

Redemption Centers are real. In Reno, Zurich, and Shanghai, Tier 3 and 4B individuals are (allegedly) being called in, scanned, verified, and issued Quantum Cards linked to gold-backed digital wallets. Offline. Immune to the old system. Verified funds — already visible.

StarLink is not a comms system — it’s the QFS backbone. Hundreds of satellites now serve as military-grade financial nodes. Encrypted, (allegedly) unhackable. This is why dozens of global banks are “upgrading” — forced into GESARA compliance. Bank failures are not glitches. They’re cleansing ops.

The fiat system is COLLAPSING. Every major currency — dollar, euro, yuan — is falling under the weight of asset-backed reform. New currencies are already being sandboxed in Brazil, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, and parts of the restored U.S.

GESARA is NOT a theory. It’s OPERATIONAL. Iceland, Hungary, Brazil — already moving. The U.S. is next. As the globalist parasites fall, a synchronized transition unfolds.

This is it.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/11/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-may-11-2025/

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

Militia Man  It's about Iraq but it's not all about Iraq because the impact that a revaluation will have on the region and trading partners.  The world is going to be a part of this...When they turn it on everybody else needs to be ready for that.  That's when it comes to the central bank and the Bank of International Settlements...the central bank of all central banks.

Frank26  If you listen very closely, if you watch very closely not what they say but what they do...then without a doubt I believe that what we are looking for is already here and it's already been exposed because it's no secret in the way the community around the world internationally is reacting.  Everybody knows.  Even the man on the moon.

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Europe’s Final Act: Germany & EU Head for Disaster, "Only Collapse Will Change Europe" I Marc Faber

Soar financially:  5-11-2025

Dr. Marc Faber returns to Soar Financially with a raw, unfiltered breakdown of the global economic powder keg.

 From Trump’s dangerous tariff games to Europe’s trillion-dollar debt blunders and the collapse of socialist systems, Faber holds nothing back.

Is gold expensive or still cheap at $3,400?

 Why is the dollar doomed but still dominant?

And are the BRICs about to shake the world order?

Timestamps

00:00 - Faber on Trump: “12-year-old brain”

01:00 - Europe’s $1T debt madness & irrelevance

04:30 - Socialism’s grip & subsidy addiction

08:00 - Germany lifts debt brake: A new disaster?

 10:00 - Paper money = worthless?

12:00 - Why democracies can’t cut spending

14:00 - Tariff traps & US economic blindspots

20:00 - Dollar is doomed… but still king

23:00 - Investing across currencies: the FX problem

27:00 - BRICS, China, & emerging market moves

31:00 - Why Hong Kong still works

 35:00 - $3,500 gold: panic or protection?

38:00 - Gold vs silver vs platinum

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkBxn581alE

BRICS Cracking Western Empire as Global Financial Reset Accelerates

BRICS Cracking Western Empire as Global Financial Reset Accelerates

Lena Petrova: 5-10-2025

For decades, the US dollar has reigned supreme as the undisputed king of global finance. Its dominance has underpinned international trade, served as the primary reserve currency for nations worldwide, and granted the United States unparalleled economic leverage.

However, rumblings of discontent have been growing, and a powerful force is emerging that threatens to challenge this long-standing status quo: the BRICS alliance.

The BRICS nations – Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – representing a significant portion of the world’s population and economic output, have been actively pursuing a policy of de-dollarization.

This multifaceted strategy aims to reduce reliance on the US dollar in international trade and financial transactions, ultimately paving the way for a more multipolar global financial system.

Several factors are driving this push for de-dollarization. Firstly, the perceived weaponization of the dollar by the US, particularly through sanctions, has created a desire for alternative economic pathways. Nations feel vulnerable when their access to the global financial system can be unilaterally restricted by Washington.

Secondly, the BRICS countries are increasingly frustrated with the inherent disadvantages of the dollar-centric system. They argue that it necessitates holding large reserves of US dollars, exposes them to US monetary policy decisions, and limits their economic sovereignty.

Finally, the ambition to create a truly multipolar world, both politically and economically, fuels the de-dollarization agenda. The BRICS nations seek to assert their influence on the global stage and challenge the long-held dominance of the West.

The de-dollarization efforts of the BRICS nations are undeniably contributing to a potential shift in the global financial landscape.

While a complete dismantling of the dollar’s dominance is unlikely in the near future, the erosion of its influence is becoming increasingly apparent. This could be interpreted as a gradual “reset” of the global financial order.

Despite the momentum behind de-dollarization, significant challenges remain. The US dollar’s deep-rooted infrastructure, network effects, and safe-haven status are formidable obstacles. Furthermore, ensuring the stability and credibility of alternative currencies and payment systems is crucial for their widespread adoption.

The BRICS alliance’s pursuit of de-dollarization represents a significant challenge to the existing global financial order. While the path to a truly multipolar system is long and complex, the efforts to reduce reliance on the US dollar are gaining traction and could lead to a fundamental shift in the balance of economic power.

The acceleration of these efforts suggests that a global financial reset, characterized by increased multipolarity and a redistribution of economic power, is not just a possibility, but an unfolding reality. The future will undoubtedly witness a more contested and fragmented global financial landscape, where the dominance of the US dollar is no longer taken for granted.

https://youtu.be/I_TMb844VHY

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Sunday Morning 5-11-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

XRP BECOMES FIRST REGULATED CRYPTO IN THE U.S. AFTER RIPPLE-SEC SETTLEMENT

▪️__Ripple settles with the SEC, paying a reduced $50 million fine.__
▪️__The SEC acknowledges XRP is not a security on public exchanges, making it uniquely regulated in the US.__
▪️__This clarity is expected to boost XRP adoption and allow Ripple to focus on global expansion.__

The long-running Ripple vs. SEC battle has finally reached a conclusion, and the outcome could reshape the crypto industry.

Ripple Labs has agreed to settle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, ending a legal fight that has lasted for years. As part of the settlement, Ripple will pay a reduced fine of $50 million. But the real headline is this: the SEC has officially acknowledged that XRP is not a security when traded on public exchanges.

XRP is now the only cryptocurrency with clear legal recognition in the United States. And that could open the door to serious institutional adoption.

Ripple Cuts Deal, SEC Walks Back Without Admitting Defeat
Originally, Ripple was ordered to pay a $125 million fine. But under the new agreement, the company will pay just $50 million, with $75 million being returned. Ripple and the SEC will ask the court to lift the previous injunction, closing the case and canceling any ongoing appeals.

The SEC made it clear in its statement that settling the case doesn’t mean it was wrong in its approach. Instead, it says this move reflects a shift in how it plans to handle crypto regulation going forward.

It also stressed that this settlement applies only to Ripple and won’t affect other enforcement actions in the crypto space.

Regulatory Attitudes Are Starting to Shift
Italian crypto expert Fabio Zuccara believes the U.S. government’s approach to crypto is becoming more constructive. He said the Biden administration, once viewed as destructive to the industry, now seems to be taking a more balanced approach.

Zuccara also pointed out that several crypto-related lawsuits have recently been dropped, further suggesting a change in direction from regulators.

XRP Trading Volume and Price Surge
The news has caused a major surge in XRP trading activity. The daily trading volume spiked from $1.2 billion to $4.2 billion, and the price climbed rapidly:

• May 1: $2.19

• May 8: $2.32 (9.5% daily jump)

• May 10: $2.37 (2.4% 24-hour surge)

In total, XRP has gained nearly 11.92% since May 8, and is up 7.6% over the last seven days.

What’s Next for XRP and Ripple?
Zuccara states that XRP now holds a unique advantage as the only crypto with legal clarity in the U.S. — a factor that may boost institutional investment and corporate adoption.

With the lawsuit behind them, Ripple is expected to resume global expansion, focusing on cross-border payments and liquidity solutions using XRP.

Earlier reports suggested the legal fight had distracted Ripple from its core business operations, but the company can now refocus on innovation and growth.

Institutional Interest in XRP Grows
Ripple’s legal clarity is already paying off. Recently, CFTC-regulated XRP futures products were launched in the U.S., signaling increased institutional confidence in the digital asset.

Conclusion
The Ripple-SEC settlement marks a historic turning point in U.S. crypto regulation. With XRP now legally recognized and regulated, it opens a new path for other crypto firms seeking similar clarity. As regulatory uncertainty fades, Ripple is poised for global growth, and XRP may emerge as the go-to digital asset for institutions and enterprises alike.

@ Newshounds News™
Source:  Coinpedia

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SAUDI ARABIA ESCHEWS FORMAL BRICS MEMBERSHIP TO AVOID ANTAGONIZING US: REPORT

The nation of Saudi Arabia is reportedly forgoing formal membership in the intercontinental economic alliance BRICS as a means of avoiding antagonizing the US.

According to a new report by Reuters, two anonymous sources familiar with the matter say that Saudi Arabia – which was invited to BRICS in 2023 – is holding off on formally joining the alliance despite joining one of their meetings in Brazil last week and being listed as a member on the group’s website.

The inclusion of Saudi Arabia in BRICS is a diplomatically sensitive issue, and the nation has refrained from formally joining the economic bloc as it did not want to anger the US and President Trump.

BRICS – which officially formed in 2009 – is an alliance between Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa and other countries as a means of countering Western economic dominance. In 2024, it expanded to include other nations, such as Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, and the United Arab Emirates.

Saudi Arabia’s hesitancy to join is due to it being caught between China, its biggest exporter of oil, and the US, its security and technology partner. The US is poised to offer Saudi Arabia a $100 billion arms deal.

Last December, Trump threatened to raise tariffs on all BRICS nations to 100% if the alliance committed to creating a new currency or to another currency that would usurp the US dollar.

As stated by Trump at the time:

“The idea that the BRICS Countries are trying to move away from the dollar while we stand by and watch is OVER. We require a commitment from these countries that they will neither create a new BRICS currency, nor back any other currency to replace the mighty US dollar or, they will face 100% tariffs, and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful US economy.”

@ Newshounds News™
Source:  DailyHodl

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  3 NON-BRICS NATIONS HAD PLANNED TO LAUNCH OWN CURRENCY, WHAT HAPPENED?  

 Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger’s Proposed Currency to Replace Dollar and Franc Fizzles Out

• Initial Ambition: In 2023, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger announced plans to launch a new regional currency, seeking independence from the US dollar and the French-backed CFA franc—symbols of their colonial past.

• Aims of the Currency: The initiative was positioned as a sovereignty move, part of broader efforts by the military-led Alliance of Sahel States (AES) to assert autonomy following a string of coups.

• No Follow-Through: Nearly a year later, no concrete updates or progress have been reported. Experts now doubt the viability of the project due to:

• Weak domestic currencies

• Limited institutional capacity

• Low international trust or demand for a new currency

• Rhetoric vs. Reality: Analysts argue the proposal was more symbolic than strategic, noting even larger economies like BRICS have struggled to create a rival currency to the dollar.

Implication: The stalled effort underscores how currency independence is a monumental task, requiring more than political will—especially for nations grappling with economic instability and weak global leverage.

@ Newshounds News™
Source:  Watcher Guru 

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“Tidbits From TNT” Sunday Morning 5-11-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  The Parliamentary Legal Committee obliges the government to send budget tables.

Parliamentary Legal Committee member Aref Al-Hamami pointed out that "the government is legally obligated to submit the budget tables as soon as possible to ensure they are passed and voted on in Parliament before the end of the current legislative session."

In a press interview published by Al-Masry on Saturday, May 10, 2025, Al-Hamami warned that “continuing this delay will negatively impact vital projects across various sectors.”

He explained that "the government's delay in sending the budget tables to the House of Representatives constitutes a legal violation that threatens the stability of government work and disrupts the implementation of service and investment projects."

In the same context, he stressed that "any further delay in submitting these schedules could exacerbate the financial crisis and hamper public spending."  link

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Tishwash:  CBI: Iraq sees drop in foreign assets, domestic debt

 Iraq's Central Bank (CBI) reported a decline in net foreign assets and a slight decrease in domestic public debt for January 2025, according to new financial data released on Saturday.

The CBI’s monthly bulletin on financial and monetary indicators showed that foreign assets stood at 128.97 trillion IQD ($98.5B) in January, reflecting a 1.41% decrease compared to 130.18 trillion IQD ($99.5B) in December 2024, and a sharper drop from 140.77 trillion IQD ($107.5B) in January 2024.

Meanwhile, Iraq’s domestic debt dropped slightly to 80.4 trillion dinars in January 2025, compared to 80.5 trillion IQD ($61.45B) in December 2024. However, this figure still represents an increase from 73.25 trillion IQD ($55.9B) in January 2024.

“The decrease in domestic debt this January is primarily due to reduced borrowing by the Ministry of Finance,” the report clarified.

Data also showed that treasury bonds and discounted treasury transfers held by the Central Bank remained stable, indicating that the Iraqi government has started repaying part of its financial obligations.  link

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Tishwash:  The Central Bank of Iraq explains the reasons for the rise of the dinar against the dollar.

The Central Bank Governor explained the reason for the rise of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar.

Deputy Governor of the Central Bank, Ammar Hamad, said in a statement to the official newspaper that "this increase reflects the success of the monetary policy pursued by the bank in reducing reliance on the parallel market and providing safe and transparent sources of financing for foreign trade."

He explained that "this policy has enabled the commercial community to obtain dollars through official channels that adhere to international standards, without having to resort to the unregulated market."

Hamad pointed out that "the Central Bank continues to work towards consolidating the local banking system and raising its operational efficiency to levels that keep pace with international banking standards, making it a fundamental pillar in driving economic development in Iraq."  link

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Tishwash:  An economist identifies the "most important reason" behind the dollar's decline in Iraq.

 Economist Nabil Al-Marsoumi said on Friday (May 9, 2025) that progress in the Iranian-American negotiations is the most important reason behind the rise in the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar against the dollar.

Al-Marsoumi said in an analysis published and followed by Baghdad Today: "Although the rise in the dinar's exchange rate against the dollar is linked to many factors, I believe the most important reason is the progress in the Iranian-American negotiations."

He added, "If the negotiations lead to an agreement between Iran and the US, the exchange rate of the dollar against the dinar on the parallel market will be very close to the official rate between them."

The Iraqi dinar's exchange rate against the dollar has risen relatively over the past few days on the parallel market, while the official market rate has remained stable. The selling price for $100 reached 142,000 dinars.

The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, said in a press statement that demand for dollars declined for three main reasons: "The Central Bank's success in financing and encouraging small businesses immediately after lifting restrictions, and facilitating travelers' access to dollars via cards and at airports at the official exchange rate."  link

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Mot: Mother day plans

Mot and you thought You were busy   duck and ducklings

More News, Rumors and Opinions Sat. PM 5-10-2025

Ariel : This is What you were Waiting for Right?

The Red Rover:  24 hours ago!! IRAQ BUSINESS NEWS OFFICIAL List of approved banks Dinar to Dollars

Many Pilgrims live outside Iraq. But the reason why this is significant is this.

The Central Bank of Iraq’s (CBI) announcement on May 8, 2025, allowing pilgrims to exchange Iraqi dinars for U.S. dollars through designated banks and companies in Baghdad and other provinces, marks a significant step for American holders of Iraqi dinar awaiting its integration into global forex markets ([Iraq Business News]

(https://iraq-businessnews.com/2025/05/08/dinars-to-dollars-official-list-of-designated-banks/)).

This policy, while aimed at pilgrims, signals Iraq’s push toward formalizing and regulating foreign currency exchange, a critical prerequisite for the dinar’s potential internationalization. Something that we know will lead to what we ultimately want.

For U.S. (You & Me) investors holding dinars, who face high-fee money exchanges or black-market transactions due to the dinar’s absence from global forex platforms, per Investopedia, this move suggests progress in stabilizing the dinar’s exchange infrastructure.

By expanding access to dollars at official rates on a 1:1 basis, Iraq is testing mechanisms to curb black-market volatility, which could pave the way for broader currency tradability.

For those waiting to cash in, this development hints at a future where the dinar will be exchanged more seamlessly on international markets, potentially increasing its value and liquidity.

So all we have to do is wait for a couple of things. One being the oil exports resuming. This is something that is very close. Which is why Donald Trump Middle East trip is very important. We have to keep an eye on this.

These are the chosen banks that do not have any sanctions on them that will be allowed to handle international transactions/transfers once Iraq flips the switch. You are watching a controlled rollout.

This is a very calculated progressive move towards full international connectivity to global trade markets. Many banks have been blacklisted. The ones involved in money laundering and other nefarious things.

Source(s):  https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/1920992165343138229

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/09/ariel-prolotario1-this-is-what-you-were-waiting-for-right/

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Mnt Goat   Article:  "AS TRUMP’S VISIT TO THE REGION APPROACHES, IRAQ IS EXPECTED TO PLAY A ROLE IN THE ARAB SUMMIT IN BAGHDAD"    President Trump will be formally attending the Arab Summit in Baghdad soon. WOW, WOW, WOW!  Do you know the extent of good news this is?   I do not know if he intends to talk about the dinar reinstatement but this measure can certainly not be bad for Iraq, that is for sure.

Frank26  American banks are training their employees for us, IMO.

Militia Man  The landscape is about to change. It really is...This is a global event and you can't consider it as it's just about Iraq...It is about Iraq but it's not ALL about Iraq.  It's very important that you guys understand that...It's going to be a very intense time..I believe it's a global event.

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BREAKING NEWS: Dinars to Dollars CBI Announcement

Edu Matrix:  5-10-2025

BREAKING NEWS FROM IRAQ — The Central Bank of Iraq has just released an official update allowing *pilgrims to exchange Iraqi Dinar (IQD) for US Dollars (USD)* at selected banks and companies across Baghdad and other provinces. This is a significant step in Iraq’s evolving financial policy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4u22-suC5Lc

16,000 New Contracts Just Demanded Real Silver—COMEX Can’t Hide It Anymore | Andy Schectman

Two Dollars investing:  5-10-2025

Over 16,000 COMEX contracts just stood for physical silver delivery in the May contract—triggering the biggest post-first-day surge in history.

Andy Schectman breaks down what this record-setting delivery event really means, why it signals the end of paper silver manipulation, and how it's exposing a full-blown run on physical metal.

 With central banks hoarding gold, the Fed quietly buying treasuries, and Shanghai's exchange overtaking COMEX, we are entering a new era. Silver is becoming the pressure point. And if COMEX can’t meet the demand… it all breaks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_k4RnmLz_yQ

Thoughts From 589Bull 5-10-2025

Central Bank of Iraq Publishes List of Banks Exchanging Dinars for Dollars

589bull:   5-10-2025

The Central Bank of Iraq just published the official list of banks authorized to exchange dinars for dollars.

On the surface, it’s framed for pilgrims but in reality, it’s a test run for full-scale currency redemption.

These banks are the chosen channels.

This is how you prep for a rate shift without tipping off the masses.

Quiet infrastructure.
Controlled access.

When the rate moves, the switch is already wired

The Red Rover:  24 hours ago!! IRAQ BUSINESS NEWS OFFICIAL List of approved banks Dinar to Dollars

Source(s):  https://x.com/589bull10000/status/1921000311990161448

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/10/589bull-central-bank-of-iraq-publishes-list-of-banks-exchanging-dinars-for-dollars/

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Lobbyist Tried to Slip XRP into Trump’s Crypto Strategic Reserve

589bull:   5-10-2025

BREAKING: A lobbyist just tried to slip XRP into Trump’s “Crypto Strategic Reserve” list and all hell broke loose.

This wasn’t just a bad tweet. It was a glimpse behind the curtain. And it tells us everything.

In March, Trump posted about a federal crypto reserve including:

• XRP
• SOL
• ADA

No BTC. No ETH.

The crypto world blinked but didn’t know why. Now we do.

Turns out Ripple was a client of the lobbyist (Brian Ballard) who pushed the post.

Trump didn’t know. When his team found out, the White House crypto czar (David Sacks) lost it. Chief of Staff Susie Wiles got involved. The post was revised.

Why the freakout?

Because XRP being in that list wasn’t just symbolic it was a threat to the current crypto order.

XRP isn’t a coin. It’s a rail. Infrastructure. Liquidity plumbing. Settlement protocol.

Putting it on the list meant admitting the new system is already forming.

They tried to walk it back. But the signal already leaked:

• XRP’s name is circulating at the highest levels.
• Ripple’s inside the lobbying machine.
• And the future financial system is being chosen now—not later.

Don’t miss what they tried to hide.

Source(s):   https://x.com/589bull10000/status/1920869323817570797

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/10/589bull-lobbyist-tried-to-slip-xrp-into-trumps-crypto-strategic-reserve/

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US SENATORS CRITICIZE DEMOCRATS FOR ‘PARTISAN POLITICS’ AMID STABLECOINS BILL FAILURE

In a negative development for the U.S. crypto industry, the highly anticipated stablecoins legislation failed to advance in the U.S. Senate after not receiving enough support from Senate Democrats. Several Republican senators have slammed the Democrats for putting “partisan politics above policy.”

Democrats Block Stablecoins Bill

On Thursday, the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act failed to pass the cloture vote in the Senate. Only 49 senators voted to advance the bill, falling short of the 60-vote threshold required to end debate.

Notably, two Republican senators also voted against advancing the bill alongside Democrats.

In February, Senator Bill Hagerty introduced the GENIUS Act to create a framework allowing tokens like USDT and USDC to fall under Federal Reserve rules.

The bill, co-sponsored by Senators Tim Scott, Cynthia Lummis, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Angela Alsobrooks, was designed to establish a:

“safe and pro-growth regulatory framework that will unleash innovation and advance the President’s mission to make America the world capital of crypto.”

Despite being considered bipartisan, ten Senate Democrats expressed last-minute concerns on May 3, with four former supporters reversing their positions.

Their objections included:

• Missing AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and national security safeguards

• Ambiguous regulations that could expose crypto markets to abuse

Senator Elizabeth Warren took the strongest stance, urging rejection of the GENIUS Act. On May 4, she claimed the Trump family could benefit from World Liberty Financial’s USD1 stablecoin deal with MGX, a UAE-based firm.

This deal involved a $2 billion investment linked to Binance and WLFI’s stablecoin, which Warren said would “enable this type of corruption.”

US Senators Call Out ‘Political Gamesmanship’

Senator Tim Scott, a co-sponsor of the bill and Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, denounced the opposition on May 8:

“It should have been a historic day for Americans (...) Instead, we witnessed a disappointing display of political gamesmanship that puts partisan politics above policy, and obstruction above innovation.”

Scott insisted the shift wasn't about the bill’s content, but a political move against President Trump and his legislative goals.

Senator Lummis echoed this on X:

“Make no mistake, digital assets are the future and America must lead the way.”
“It’s important that we continue moving digital asset legislation forward that preserves America’s dollar dominance and makes America the crypto capital of the world.”

Bessent Blasts Missed Opportunity

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also weighed in, saying the world needs American leadership for stablecoins and digital assets to thrive.

“Without it, stablecoins will be subject to a patchwork of state regulations instead of a streamlined federal framework.”
“The world is watching while American lawmakers twiddle their thumbs. Senators who voted to stonewall U.S. ingenuity today face a simple choice: Either step up and lead or watch digital asset innovation move offshore.”

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Source:  Bitcoinist

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BLACKROCK, CRYPTO TASK FORCE DISCUSS ETP STAKING, TOKENIZATION

Staking for Ether ETFs has been one of the hot topics in 2025, with Grayscale and Fidelity both filing for rule changes that would allow this staking functionality.

Wall Street giant BlackRock recently met with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force to discuss two key areas:

1. Staking within crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs)

2. Tokenization of securities

These discussions could significantly advance institutional interest in crypto markets.

ETP Staking and SEC Conversations

According to a May 9 memo published by the task force, BlackRock initiated the meeting to:

“[d]iscuss perspectives on treatment of staking, including considerations for facilitating ETPs with staking capabilities.”

BlackRock has emphasized that while Ether ETFs have seen success, they are less effective without staking.

Other ETF issuers echo this sentiment. On Feb. 15, the New York Stock Exchange proposed a rule change to enable staking services for Grayscale’s spot Ether ETFs.

In April, the SEC delayed its decision on this proposal. As it stands, BlackRock and Grayscale remain behind the largest Ether ETFs by market cap, according to Sosovalue.

Proof-of-stake blockchains allow users to lock their tokens to earn yield. If the SEC approves staking for Ether ETFs, this could pave the way for similar requests for altcoins, including Solana ETFs.

Tokenization Also in Focus

In addition to staking, BlackRock addressed the tokenization of securities within the federal securities regulatory framework.

Securities include stocks and bonds—assets where investors expect monetary gain. Tokenization offers several benefits:

• Faster settlement times

• Lower costs vs. traditional finance infrastructure

• 24/7 market access

BlackRock already runs a tokenized U.S. federal debt fund called BUIDL, which is currently the largest of its kind, with a $2.9 billion market cap.

Other players include Franklin Templeton, whose BENJI fund also tokenizes securities.

Robinhood Enters the Game

Meanwhile, brokerage firm Robinhood is exploring tokenization as well. It is reportedly working on a blockchain solution to allow European retail investors to trade U.S. securities such as stocks.

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Source:  CoinTelegraph

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News, Rumors and Opinions Saturday 5-10-2025

Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Sat. 10 May 2025

Compiled Sat. 10 May 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

The Deepstate Cabal had been functioning on stolen US Taxpayer monies since taking control of the US Financial System in 1918. They had run the nation into severe debt and a fiat US Dollar. Finally the election of President Donald Trump signaled an end to their reign over the World’s monetary system.

Trump’s April 10 2025 Executive Order had (allegedly)  transferred all Fed assets to the U.S. Treasury, triggered full deployment of the Quantum Financial System, launched GESARA debt cancellations worldwide & officially(allegedly dismantled the privately owned by the Cabal Federal Reserve and IRS. Redemption Centers would exchange foreign currencies that went up in value were now active in secure locations worldwide.

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What We Think We Know as of Sat. 10 May 2025:

Fri. 9 May 2025: BRICS just launched BRICS Pay to obliterate the petrodollar. They’re dumping the dollar, trading in national currencies, and setting up a new system outside of globalist control. Expect a Financial Crisis before Mon. 12 May 2025. …Steve Bannon on Telegram

As of 8 May 2025, the greatest financial transition in modern history (allegedly became operational. Trump’s April 10 Executive Order transferred all Fed assets to the U.S. Treasury, triggered full deployment of the Quantum Financial System, launched GESARA debt cancellations worldwide & officially (allegedly dismantled the Federal Reserve. Redemption Centers were now active in secure locations worldwide.  …Quantum Financial System on Telegram

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Possible Timing:

As of Thurs. 1 May 2025 the fiat banking system was DEAD. The media, lying. The Cabal’s grip, broken. Redemption Centers, active and gold-backed funds were being distributed globally through the Quantum Financial System (QFS) — the final weapon in a military war against centuries of elite rule.

On Tues. 6 May 2025 Newsmax President Trump announced the gold-backed Bitcoin, “An earth shattering announcement that will affect America and it’s people.”

Global Currency Reset:

Fri. 9 May 2025 This is a countdown. The trigger event, code-named 11.3, is (allegedly locked and ready: full blackout, mass awakening, and total takedown of the Deepstate. Liberty Channels are prepped and untraceable. The final warning will not come from a screen — it’ll come from the silence that follows. And when it does, you’ll know: the final liberation is no longer a dream. It’s now. It’s real. And it’s irreversible. Stay alert. Stay aligned. The system is falling — and QFS is taking its place. …Quantum Financial System on Telegram

Fri. 9 May 2025 UPDATE! QFS Is Replacing the Banking System—Redemption Centers Are Secure and Processing Gold-Backed Payments—Banks Are Desperately Freezing Accounts, Blocking Access to Your QFS Funds, and Spreading Media Lies to Keep You Trapped in the Dying Fiat System! – Gazetteller

https://gazetteller.com/update-qfs-is-replacing-the-banking-system-redemption-centers-are-secure-and-processing-gold-backed-payments-banks-are-desperately-freezing-accounts-blocking-access-to-your-qfs-funds/

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Global Financial Crisis:

Fri. 9 May 2025: Operation Sandman was in effect – a collaboration of 100 nations to simultaneously sell off their US holdings in order to collapse the US Dollar: (1) Bendleruschka on X: “OPERATION SANDMAN! Let’s go!! WOW!!! https://t.co/VFrnkNdGFp” / X

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/05/10/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-may-10-2025/

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Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY:
TV is showing a significant decline in the dollar in the parallel market again.  The parallel market is now down to 1427.  Whoa!  Sammy says to expect probably soon, that rate will be 1390 and close enough to close that [gab between official rate] completely out.  FRANK:  Wow!  That's fantastic news gentlemen.  That's closer than we estimated for this coming week.  That gap as it gets smaller and smaller, sooner or later we will have our new exchange rate because when it closes to a point where it will be able to at least come out at one to one then that's what we're looking for.

Mnt Goat   ...good news...Article:   “THE DINAR IS RECOVERING. THE DOLLAR’S VALUE IN IRAQ HAS FALLEN DUE TO LOCAL MEASURES.”  ...Exchange offices and the local stock exchange in most Iraqi governorates recorded a decline in the dollar exchange rate against the Iraqi dinar on Tuesday, part of a slight and gradual decline that has been ongoing for days. This decline has been going on for weeks not days...  [Dinar Guru Note:  A falling dollar vs the IQD is what dinar investors want to see.]

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US Bankruptcy Will Alarm The Public | Peter Grandich

Liberty and Finance:  5-9-2025

Peter Grandich expresses deep concern about the long-term economic stability of the United States, particularly due to rising inflation and the ballooning national debt.

He warns that while the stock market may not face an immediate crash, it lacks the potential for above-average returns that many financial plans still rely on, creating serious risk for overextended households.

Grandich also argues that inflation is far worse than official reports suggest, eroding real purchasing power and making cash holdings a risky strategy. He advocates strongly for gold and now silver as wealth preservation tools, citing their historical resilience and growing relevance in a shifting global financial landscape.

Most critically, he foresees a future where the U.S. government may struggle even to pay interest on its debt—a scenario he believes is approaching much faster than most Americans realize.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

 0:00 Intro

1:31 Market rally is over

12:00 Inflation & gold

15:30 Mining stocks

17:30 Inflation's impact

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaNCP2kW3fw

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Saturday Morning 5-10-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

SEC MOVES TO END RIPPLE CASE AS COMMISSIONER REBELS: $75M RETURNS TO XRP GIANT

The SEC Ripple lawsuit has just reached a pivotal turning point as the Securities and Exchange Commission recently filed a motion seeking court approval for a settlement with Ripple Labs. Under the proposed deal that’s currently being reviewed, Ripple would recover $75 million of the $125 million that was held in escrow, while the SEC would receive the remaining $50 million.

Ripple’s $75M SEC Settlement: What It Means for XRP and Crypto Regulation

The SEC Ripple lawsuit settlement marks what appears to be the potential end to a legal battle that first began back in December 2020. As per the May 8 court filings, both parties have agreed to withdraw their appeals, virtually ending one of the most important and keenly followed cases in crypto regulation news.

Commissioner’s Opposition Reveals SEC Division

Not everyone at the SEC supports the resolution. Commissioner Caroline A. Crenshaw issued a public dissent:

“This settlement is a tremendous disservice to the investing public.”

Crenshaw warned that the SEC Ripple lawsuit settlement could weaken the agency’s enforcement power and negatively impact future XRP price prediction analyses in unexpected ways.

XRP’s Market Struggle During Litigation

The XRP lawsuit impact was immediate and significant when the case began. According to the crypto analyst behind the account All Things XRP:

“It didn’t just slow XRP down — it stole years of growth.”

While Bitcoin and Ethereum surged during the 2021–2023 bull market, XRP stagnated between approximately $0.30–$0.50, missing out on substantial gains and altering many XRP price predictions at the time.

Settlement Terms and Future Implications

The SEC Ripple lawsuit resolution preserves Judge Torres’ 2023 ruling that only institutional XRP sales violated securities laws. This legal distinction remains critical for ongoing crypto regulation news and Ripple’s future operations.

If the $125 million penalty clears the court in the next few days:

• $75 million would be returned to Ripple

• $50 million would remain with the SEC

This result may provide badly needed regulatory clarity and underscore the lasting effects of prolonged litigation on XRP price forecasts and broader digital asset regulation.

@ Newshounds News™
Source:  Watcher Guru

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US TREASURY SECRETARY BESSENT LAMBASTS SENATE FOR BLOCKING STABLECOIN BILL, CALLS IT ‘MISSED OPPORTUNITY’ FOR AMERICAN LEADERSHIP

▪️ U.S. senators voted Thursday to halt progress on a stablecoin regulation bill amid escalating tensions over President Donald Trump’s crypto involvement.

▪️ Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said American leadership is needed for stablecoins and other digital assets to thrive globally, lambasting the Senate’s “missed opportunity.”

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent lambasted the Senate's decision on Thursday to halt the progress of the GENIUS Act amid rising tensions over President Trump's increasing crypto involvement and concerns about specific aspects of the proposed stablecoin bill.

"For stablecoins and other digital assets to thrive globally, the world needs American leadership," Bessent posted on X. "The Senate missed an opportunity to provide that leadership today by failing to advance the GENIUS Act."

Secretary Bessent described the bill as a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" to expand dollar dominance and boost U.S. influence in financial innovation. He argued that without such legislation, stablecoins will remain governed by a fragmented set of state rules rather than a unified federal approach that better supports growth and global competitiveness.

"The world is watching while American lawmakers twiddle their thumbs," Bessent said. "Senators who voted to stonewall U.S. ingenuity today face a simple choice: Either step up and lead or watch digital asset innovation move offshore."

A not-so-brilliant delay for the GENIUS Act

The Senate Banking Committee earlier voted to advance the GENIUS Act in March. The bill requires:

• 100% reserve backing with U.S. dollars and similarly liquid assets

• Annual audits

• Prohibits foreign issuance in the country

The Senate voted 49-48 against the bill in its current form on Thursday, with Sens. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) and Rand Paul (R-Ky.) joining Democrats in opposing the procedural vote.

While the GENIUS Act bill resulted from bipartisan negotiations, Democrats recently raised concerns about unfinished bill text, foreign issuer oversight, and anti-money laundering provisions.

Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) said he couldn't support legislation that wasn't yet finalized. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), despite also voting no, said he did so to allow the bill to be reconsidered later, criticizing the Democrats amid multiple revised versions:

"I just have to say, frankly, I just don't get it," Thune said. "I don't know what more they want."

Tensions deepened as Trump’s personal and financial ties to crypto — including memecoin launches, $1.5 million-per-plate crypto fundraisers, and backing DeFi project World Liberty Financial — sparked accusations of conflict of interest ahead of the vote.

Some Democrats, including Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.), also boycotted a crypto-focused House hearing this week, citing the president's direct crypto holdings and influence over agencies. The House Financial Services Committee also recently voted to advance a similar bill, the STABLE Act, with anti-money laundering and reserve requirements.

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Source:  The Block

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