Not What you Think- CBI Meeting

Not What you Think- CBI Meeting

Edu Matrix:  12-15-2025

In a landmark move, the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) recently convened the inaugural session of the Supreme National Committee for Virtual Assets Regulation, marking a significant milestone in the country’s journey towards embracing and regulating the rapidly evolving landscape of digital assets.

Chaired by CBI Governor Ali Mosen Alak, this multidisciplinary committee brings together senior representatives from various sectors, including regulatory, legal, financial, supervisory, scientific, technical, and communications bodies.

During the meeting, the committee took a thorough approach to understanding the global trends in digital assets and benchmarking international regulatory models. The focus was on striking a balance between fostering financial innovation and ensuring monetary and financial stability. Key areas of discussion included:

Compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating Financing (CTF) standards: Ensuring that digital assets are not used for illicit activities.

Cyber risk management: Protecting consumers and financial institutions from cyber threats.

Consumer protection: Safeguarding the interests of individuals investing in digital assets.

Clear definitions and classifications of digital assets: Establishing a clear understanding of the digital asset landscape.

The committee emphasized a gradual and flexible regulatory approach, aiming to enhance transparency, improve service efficiency, and create a secure licensing environment that encourages innovation.

This initiative is part of Iraq’s broader government strategy, led by the Central Bank, to build a modern, safe, and sustainable digital financial ecosystem. The goals are multifaceted:

Preparing Iraq’s financial system for rapid technological advances: Ensuring the country’s financial infrastructure is equipped to handle the changing landscape.

Harmonizing with international financial standards: Aligning Iraq’s financial regulations with global best practices.

Promoting financial inclusion: Expanding access to financial services for all citizens.

Bolstering confidence in the banking sector: Strengthening trust in the financial system.

Safeguarding Iraq’s monetary sovereignty: Protecting the country’s financial independence in the face of a growing global digital economy.

The inaugural session of the Supreme National Committee for Virtual Assets Regulation represents a significant step forward in Iraq’s efforts to responsibly regulate the evolving landscape of virtual assets. By taking a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach, Iraq is poised to create a secure and innovative financial ecosystem that promotes financial inclusion and safeguards the country’s monetary sovereignty.

As the world continues to navigate the complexities of digital assets, Iraq’s proactive approach serves as a model for other countries to follow.

As Iraq embarks on this new journey, it is clear that the country is committed to harnessing the potential of digital assets while minimizing the associated risks.

 With a clear regulatory framework and a multidisciplinary approach, Iraq is well-positioned to become a leader in the region’s digital economy. As we watch this space, it will be interesting to see how Iraq’s regulatory framework evolves and how it impacts the country’s financial landscape.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Tuesday 12-16-2025

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Tishwash:  Iraq and the United States discuss strengthening political, security, and economic cooperation.

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein discussed on Monday with the US Chargé d'Affaires in Baghdad, Ambassador Joshua Harris, ways to enhance cooperation in various political, economic and security fields.

A statement from the ministry, received by “Dijlah News”, stated that “Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, received on Monday, December 15, 2025, the Chargé d’Affaires of the US Embassy in Baghdad, Ambassador Joshua Harris.”

He added that “the meeting discussed bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, and ways to strengthen them in a manner that serves the common interests of the two countries and enhances cooperation in various political, economic and security fields.”

According to the statement, the minister pointed to the ongoing political movement in Iraq and the constructive discussions between the political blocs to form the new government, stressing “the importance of consolidating political stability and strengthening national understanding in a way that positively impacts the course of the democratic process.”

He explained that “the two sides discussed regional and international developments, and exchanged views on issues of common interest, stressing the importance of coordination and consultation regarding current challenges.”

He noted that “both sides stressed the need for calm in the region and to work to reduce tensions in a way that contributes to supporting regional security and stability.”  link

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Tishwash: Al-Rafidain: 2,495 savings accounts, 136 current accounts, and 27 deposits opened for customers last month

Al-Rafidain Bank announced on Sunday that it had opened 2,495 savings accounts, 136 current accounts, and 27 deposits for customers during the past month.

 A statement received by Al-Rabaa said: "In a clear sign of growing public confidence and an accelerated shift towards international standards, Rafidain Bank recorded remarkable banking activity during November, culminating in the opening of thousands of new accounts in its branches across Baghdad and the provinces."

 It added that "the number of savings accounts opened for citizens reached 2,495 in local and foreign currencies, in addition to 136 current accounts and 27 deposits, directly reflecting the diversity of banking products offered by the bank and its ability to meet the needs of different segments of customers."

 He emphasized that "this advanced performance confirms the position of Al-Rafidain Bank as a leading national banking institution, combining geographical reach, quality of services, and commitment to international professional standards, with a focus on providing a secure and flexible banking experience that meets the expectations of individuals and institutions alike."

 The bank noted that it "continues to develop account opening and deposit services in accordance with sound regulatory controls, thereby promoting a culture of savings and investment and supporting financial inclusion and economic development in Iraq, calling on citizens to visit its branches to learn about the details of the banking services and benefits available."

 He added that "this activity is part of Al-Rafidain Bank's vision to consolidate its role as a state bank with international standards, leading the banking transformation, embodying trust, and placing the customer at the heart of the banking process."    link

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Tishwash:  Iraq begins the countdown... 90 complex days to form the three branches of government

Following the ratification by the Supreme Federal Court, the highest judicial authority in Iraq, of the final results of the parliamentary elections for the sixth session, the Iraqi political scene has entered a new and sensitive phase, representing the official transition from the electoral process to the formation of the three constitutional authorities: the legislative, the executive, and the presidency of the republic.

Observers confirm that the Federal Court’s ratification yesterday, Sunday, is not merely a formal or procedural step, but rather the decisive constitutional condition that makes the election results effective and binding, and practically announces the readiness to launch a new parliamentary session with all its political entitlements, potential conflicts, and hopes for a different administration than the previous sessions, which were marked by delay and deadlock.

Constitutional legitimacy

Legal expert Nawfal Al-Hayani affirms that the Federal Supreme Court’s ratification of the final election results represents the full constitutional legitimacy of those results, based on the text of Article (93/Seventh) of the Constitution of the Republic of Iraq for the year 2005.

Al-Hayani explains in an interview with Shafaq News Agency that the House of Representatives is not considered constitutionally valid and the parliamentary session does not come into effect except from the date of this ratification, stressing that any parliamentary procedure that precedes the ratification is considered to have no constitutional effect by virtue of the constitution, as it is the highest and supreme law in the country.

According to Al-Hayani, the next step immediately after ratification is for the President of the Republic to invite the members of the House of Representatives to convene for their first session, in accordance with the provisions of Article (54) of the Constitution.

If the President of the Republic does not make this invitation, the Council shall automatically convene on the sixteenth day from the date of ratification, and the session shall be chaired by the oldest member.

The first session of the House of Representatives constitutes the cornerstone in building constitutional authorities, as its agenda is constitutionally limited to taking the constitutional oath and electing the Speaker of the House of Representatives and his two deputies.

Al-Hayani points out that completing this step means completing the formation of the legislative authority, and then moving on to the second entitlement, which is the election of the President of the Republic within a period not exceeding thirty days from the date of holding the first session, in accordance with the provisions of Article (70) of the Constitution.

legal deadlines

For his part, legal expert Abbas Al-Aqabi explains that the Iraqi constitution drew a clear timeline for the formation of authorities, starting with Article (54), which obligated the current president of the republic to call the new parliament to convene within 15 days of the date of ratification.

Al-Aqabi confirms to Shafaq News Agency that the first session, which is held at the invitation of the President of the Republic, witnesses the election of the Speaker of Parliament, the First Deputy Speaker and the Second Deputy Speaker, after which the door is opened for nomination to elect the President of the Republic, as the House of Representatives is obligated to elect him within 30 days from the date of the first session, by a two-thirds majority (i.e., 220 deputies) out of a total of 329.

Al-Aqabi adds that the election of the President of the Republic opens the door to the most important stage, which is the appointment of the Prime Minister, as the President of the Republic, within 15 days, appoints the candidate of the largest parliamentary bloc to form the government.

As for the designated candidate, he has a deadline of 30 days to present the ministerial cabinet and the ministerial program to the House of Representatives to obtain confidence by an absolute majority, (half plus one), i.e., 165 deputies or more.

Al-Aqabi concludes that the sum of these periods constitutes a maximum time ceiling of 90 days, which – theoretically – can be reduced but cannot be increased, because the constitutional text explicitly defined them.

Constitution and reality

Despite the clarity of these timelines, the Iraqi political experience since 2003 reveals a significant gap between the constitutional text and practical application. The issue of delaying the formation of governments and the election of presidencies has become a recurring phenomenon, due to political disputes and sectarian and ethnic balances.

After the March 2010 elections, it took about seven months and 18 days to form a government, due to the dispute over the largest bloc and the right to nominate the prime minister.

In 2020, Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi was tasked with forming the government following the resignation of Adel Abdul Mahdi, but he later apologized for the task, in a clear example that obstruction can occur even after the official assignment.

After the October 2021 elections, Iraq entered one of its longest periods of political vacuum, with the formation of the government delayed for more than nine months, and was not resolved until October 2022, with the formation of the government of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.

The three presidencies

Therefore, Ghazi Faisal, head of the Iraqi Center for Strategic Studies, believes that the Federal Court’s ratification and the parliament’s approval of the sixth session represents a pivotal step, but it does not mean the end of the complications.

Faisal explains to Shafaq News Agency that, according to the constitution, the President of the Republic will call on Parliament to convene within 15 days to elect the oldest member and manage the first session, then elect the Speaker of Parliament and his two deputies, and thus the legislative authority will be formed.

Then the parliament moves to the second stage, which is the election of the president of the republic, a stage that is often the most complicated, especially in light of the disputes within the Kurdish house.

According to Faisal, the presidency, according to previous political norms, goes to the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, but the Kurdistan Democratic Party believes that it has the right to compete for the position.

If both parties nominate two people, one from the Union and the other from the Democrats, the decision will be made through a vote in the House of Representatives. However, the two-thirds quorum requirement opens the door to what is known as the "blocking third," which may lead to prolonging the sessions to elect the president, as happened in the 2021 session.

Faisal points out that the election of the president will not be completed politically until there is agreement within the coordinating framework (which brings together the ruling Shiite political forces in the country) on the personality of the prime minister, under the system of political and sectarian power-sharing.

After the candidate is appointed, the stage of distributing ministerial portfolios begins according to the points system and the parliamentary weight of the parties, a stage that is no less complex than its predecessors, and often witnesses objections and difficult negotiations before granting confidence.

Sunni choice

On the Sunni component, Nawaf al-Ghurairi, a leader in the Sovereignty Party headed by Khamis al-Khanjar, affirms that the formation of the government is governed by constitutional timelines that cannot be exceeded, calling on all blocs and representatives to adhere to them in order to form the government as quickly as possible.

Al-Ghurairi reveals to Shafaq News Agency that the choice of the Speaker of Parliament "has been decided within the Sunni component to be Muhammad al-Halbousi," but this proposal is not without objections.

Meanwhile, former MP Bassem Khashan continues to raise the possibility of excluding the head of the "Progress" party, Mohammed al-Halbousi, based on a previous decision by the Federal Court to dismiss him from the presidency of Parliament, and accusations related to the forgery of official documents, which he describes as a "crime of dishonor."

In contrast, the Sunni arena is witnessing intense activity within the National Political Council (which includes the Sunni forces that won the elections), which held an expanded meeting in the capital, Baghdad, on Sunday evening, to discuss the names of candidates for the presidency of Parliament.

According to various sources in the council who spoke to Shaq News Agency, the number of candidates for the presidency of parliament has decreased from six to three, with talk of a "near consensus" on Muthanna al-Samarrai, in addition to the continued inclusion of the names of al-Halbousi and Thabit al-Abbasi.

Coordination framework

In parallel, the leaders of the Coordination Framework held their meeting last Monday, which witnessed an important discussion about choosing a candidate for the premiership. According to sources from Shafaq News Agency, specific dates were agreed upon to resolve the entitlements, with three prominent names being discussed, including outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, former Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, and a third "surprise" figure.

The Coordination Framework had previously set conditions and criteria that must be met by candidates for the position of head of the new government, most notably that he should not be the leader of a political bloc, then it softened them, which opened the door for most of the forces within the framework to submit their candidates for the position, according to what a political source told Shafaq News Agency earlier.

Imran al-Karkoushi, a member of the State of Law Coalition led by Nouri al-Maliki, confirms that completing the election of the three presidencies according to their constitutional timetable depends mainly on political agreements between the different blocs.

Al-Karkoushi, speaking to Shafaq News Agency, indicated that this session is expected to proceed in an organized manner and without exceeding the specified legal deadlines, unlike what happened in previous sessions, which witnessed long delays due to political disputes.

Kurdish commitment

For his part, Wafaa Muhammad Karim, a leader in the Kurdistan Democratic Party, believes that the constitutional deadlines were not respected in previous sessions, especially in the election of the president and the formation of the government.

Karim, speaking to Shaq News Agency, points out that an agreement between the two Kurdish parties (the Union and the Democratic) on a single candidate for the presidency could speed up the process, while going with two candidates would mean entering into alliances with other forces and prolonging the entitlement.

According to the political balance that emerged after 2003, the distribution of sovereign positions in Iraq became influenced by sectarian and political quotas; where political custom dictates that the position of Prime Minister is allocated to the Shiite component, while the position of President of the Republic is allocated to the Kurdish component, while the Sunni component assumes the presidency of the House of Representatives  link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Tuesday Morning 12-16-25

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🌱 A Message to Our Currency Holders🌱

If you’ve been holding foreign currency for many years, you were not foolish.
You were not wrong to believe the global financial system would change.

What failed was not your patience — it was the information you were given.

For years, dates, rumors, and personalities replaced facts, structure, and proof. “This week” predictions created cycles of hope and disappointment that were never based on how currencies actually change.  That is not your failure.

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U.S. Presses Ukraine on Donetsk Withdrawal as Peace Talks Signal Strategic Shift

Reported U.S. proposal introduces territorial concessions into negotiations to end the war with Russia.

Overview

• U.S. peace envoys reportedly told Ukraine it must withdraw from Donetsk as part of any negotiated settlement with Russia.

• Proposal represents a major departure from prior U.S. backing of Ukraine’s territorial claims, according to reports.

• Kyiv has signaled willingness to abandon NATO membership ambitions in exchange for binding Western security guarantees.

• Ukrainian public opinion remains strongly opposed to territorial concessions, complicating negotiations.

Key Developments

• U.S.-led peace talks held in Berlin with Ukrainian and European leaders
  American negotiators, including envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European officials to explore pathways toward ending the conflict.

• Withdrawal from Donetsk reportedly framed as a condition for peace
  U.S. representatives allegedly stated that Ukraine would need to pull its forces from the Donetsk region, which Russia claims to have annexed, marking a significant shift in negotiating posture.

• Ukraine signals flexibility on NATO membership
  Kyiv indicated a willingness to drop its NATO bid in exchange for firm Western security guarantees, aligning with Moscow’s long-standing demand that Ukraine remain outside the alliance.

• Russia reiterates red lines as Europe weighs financial support
  The Kremlin reaffirmed that blocking NATO expansion remains non-negotiable, while EU leaders simultaneously debate using frozen Russian assets to sustain Ukraine financially.

Why It Matters

The reported U.S. position introduces territorial compromise into peace talks at the highest level, challenging Ukraine’s stated objective of reclaiming all occupied land. The shift reflects mounting pressure to end the conflict but risks domestic backlash in Ukraine and fractures within the Western alliance over sovereignty and precedent.

Why This Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Any peace settlement involving territorial concessions could trigger significant currency realignments, particularly across Eastern Europe and emerging markets. A negotiated end to the conflict may strengthen the euro and regional currencies while influencing reserve strategies tied to energy pricing, reconstruction funding, and frozen asset releases. For foreign currency holders, this signals potential revaluation pressures, volatility shifts, and recalibration of sovereign risk tied to post-war financial restructuring.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Redefinition of Post-War Borders
Territorial concessions negotiated under pressure could reshape norms around sovereignty, conflict resolution, and future geopolitical risk pricing.

Pillar 2: Security Guarantees Replace Alliances
Moving from NATO membership to bilateral or multilateral guarantees signals a structural shift in how security frameworks — and the currencies backing them — may be constructed.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy – “US Reportedly Pushes Ukraine to Withdraw from Donetsk in Peace Talks”
  

• Reuters – U.S. and allies explore peace options as Ukraine war pressures mount

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FBI Disrupts Domestic Terror Cell Planning New Year’s Eve Bombings

Federal agents thwart coordinated bomb plot targeting government and corporate sites in California.

Overview

• FBI disrupted a domestic terror plot targeting multiple locations in California, including U.S. companies, ICE agents, and government vehicles.

• The group allegedly planned to launch attacks beginning on New Year’s Eve, a symbolic high-risk date.

• Four suspects have been charged with conspiracy and possession of an unregistered destructive device.

• Authorities intervened before a fully functional explosive could be assembled, preventing potential mass casualties.

Key Developments

• Far-left group accused of plotting coordinated bomb attacks
  The suspects allegedly belonged to a group calling itself the “Turtle Island Liberation Front,” described by investigators as motivated by anti-government, anti-capitalist, and pro-Palestinian ideology.

• Targets included federal agents and government vehicles
  According to court filings, ICE personnel and government assets were among the intended targets, elevating the threat to federal law enforcement and public infrastructure.

• Plot detailed in handwritten operational plan
  An eight-page document titled “Operation Midnight Sun” allegedly outlined the bombing strategy. Investigators say the group conducted a test explosion in the Mojave Desert on December 12.

• FBI intervention prevented device completion
  Agents moved in before the suspects could finalize or deploy an operational explosive, underscoring the role of surveillance and proactive counterterrorism measures.

Why It Matters

The foiled plot highlights the persistent threat of domestic extremism within the United States, particularly from ideologically driven groups influenced by global conflicts. It also reinforces concerns over lone-cell radicalization and the targeting of law enforcement and government institutions during high-profile calendar events.

Why This Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Domestic security threats can influence currency stability, capital flows, and investor confidence, particularly when incidents involve federal targets or raise concerns about internal stability. Heightened security risks often lead to safe-haven demand for the U.S. dollar, while also affecting budget priorities, insurance markets, and sovereign risk assessments tied to geopolitical and internal security conditions.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Internal Security as Financial Risk
Domestic stability is increasingly tied to economic confidence, credit ratings, and currency strength in an interconnected global system.

Pillar 2: Expanding Surveillance and State Authority
Counterterrorism efforts may accelerate surveillance frameworks and enforcement powers, reshaping the balance between civil liberties, security, and financial oversight.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy – “FBI Disrupts Domestic Terror Cell Planning New Year’s Eve Bombings”
  

• Reuters – FBI thwarts domestic bombing plot targeting U.S. government interests

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TRUMP ESCALATES DRUG WAR, DECLARES FENTANYL A “WEAPON OF MASS DESTRUCTION”

Executive order reframes fentanyl crisis as a national security threat, expanding military and intelligence powers.

Overview

• President Trump formally designates fentanyl as a “weapon of mass destruction”, marking the first time a narcotic has received such classification.

• Executive order dramatically expands federal authority, enabling military and intelligence involvement typically reserved for WMD threats.

• Move reframes fentanyl from a public health crisis to a national security emergency.

• Decision aligns with Trump’s broader law-and-order and hemispheric dominance agenda.

Key Developments

• Executive order grants expanded enforcement and intelligence powers
  By classifying fentanyl as a WMD, the order allows the Pentagon to assist domestic law enforcement and authorizes intelligence agencies to deploy tools normally used against nuclear, chemical, or biological threats.

• Trump equates fentanyl to a chemical weapon
  The order states that “illicit fentanyl is closer to a chemical weapon than a narcotic,” reflecting the scale of overdose deaths and framing traffickers as hostile actors rather than criminal enterprises.

• Military action against cartels already underway
  The move builds on Trump’s earlier designation of major drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. Since early September, the administration has conducted more than 20 strikes on suspected drug-smuggling vessels, resulting in over 80 deaths.

• Legal and public backlash intensifies
  Legal experts question the legality of lethal strikes without publicly disclosed evidence, while a Reuters/Ipsos poll shows most Americans oppose deadly military action against suspected smuggling boats.

Why It Matters

The designation marks a fundamental escalation in U.S. drug policy, blurring the line between law enforcement and warfare. By treating fentanyl as a WMD, the administration is redefining narcotics trafficking as a national security battlefield, with implications for civil liberties, international law, and U.S. foreign relations — particularly with Mexico, China, and Latin America.

Why This Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Militarizing the drug war introduces new geopolitical risk premiums across North America and key emerging markets. Expanded military operations, border enforcement, and diplomatic strain can influence currency volatility, trade flows, and sovereign risk assessments, particularly for currencies tied to Mexico, Latin America, and global shipping routes. For foreign currency holders, this signals heightened risk sensitivity tied to security policy rather than purely economic fundamentals.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: National Security Redefines Policy Boundaries
Public health, crime, and foreign policy are increasingly merged under security frameworks, reshaping legal norms and state authority.

Pillar 2: Militarization of Non-Traditional Threats
Drugs, migration, and economic warfare are being treated as strategic threats, accelerating a global shift toward hard-power solutions.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy – “Trump Escalates Drug War, Declares Fentanyl a ‘Weapon of Mass Destruction’”
  

• Reuters – Trump expands military role in fentanyl crackdown, raises legal concerns

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Evening 12-15-25

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U.S. SENATE COMMITTEE PROPOSES CRYPTO REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

Draft legislation aims to clarify digital asset jurisdiction and empower the CFTC over digital commodities

Overview

• Senate Agriculture Committee unveils draft framework for regulating digital assets, targeting clearer jurisdictional authority.

• CFTC designated as primary regulator for “digital commodities”, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether.

• Framework seeks to reduce ambiguity between SEC and CFTC oversight, easing uncertainty for market participants.

• Lawmakers emphasize investor protection and systemic risk mitigation while allowing innovation to continue.

Key Developments

• Draft legislation clarifies authority over digital assets
  The proposal designates the CFTC as the lead regulator for commodity-like digital assets, removing overlap with securities regulators for most tokens.

• Consumer protection central to the initiative
  Rules aim to ensure proper disclosures, transparency, and enforcement mechanisms to prevent fraud and market manipulation.

• Framework encourages innovation with guardrails
  While protective, the draft allows for regulated trading, custody, and DeFi experimentation under defined parameters.

• Congressional push reflects broader regulatory momentum
  The proposal follows ongoing U.S. discussions to integrate crypto into traditional oversight structures without stifling market growth.

Why It Matters

The draft framework represents a major step toward defining U.S. digital asset regulation. By clarifying jurisdiction and enforcement responsibilities, it aims to reduce uncertainty that has previously hampered institutional participation and innovation.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Institutionalization of Digital Assets
Clear U.S. jurisdiction signals that cryptocurrencies are becoming formal components of the regulated financial system.

Pillar 2: Risk Management Embedded in Policy
Regulatory clarity provides safeguards that may prevent systemic shocks as digital asset adoption increases across capital markets.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Valley City Times-Record – Senate Agriculture Committee Releases Draft Crypto Regulatory Framework
  

• CoinDesk – U.S. Lawmakers Propose CFTC-Led Crypto Oversight

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BITGET INTEGRATES TRADITIONAL FINANCE WITH CRYPTO VIA CFDs PLATFORM

Crypto exchange launches hybrid trading platform bridging digital assets and conventional derivatives

Overview

• Bitget launches a private beta allowing crypto users to trade FX, metals, commodities, indices, and stock CFDs using USDT, merging crypto with traditional derivatives markets.

• Platform integrates tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs, broadening investment options for digital asset users.

• Initiative positions Bitget at the intersection of crypto and conventional finance, attracting both retail and institutional traders.

• Move reflects broader trend of blending DeFi capabilities with established financial products.

Key Developments

• Hybrid trading environment connects crypto and conventional markets
  Users can now trade CFDs with USDT collateral, allowing exposure to traditional assets without leaving the crypto ecosystem.

• Tokenized stocks and ETFs expand portfolio options
  Integration of tokenized equities and ETFs enables 24/7 market access and simplifies cross-market trading for digital asset holders.

• Platform aims to attract institutional participation
  By combining regulatory-compliant derivatives with crypto liquidity, Bitget seeks to appeal to professional traders and funds.

• Private beta signals careful phased rollout
  Initial testing allows feedback on platform stability, risk management, and user experience before a full public launch.

Why It Matters

Bitget’s move exemplifies how digital asset platforms are bridging the gap between crypto and traditional finance. By providing access to conventional derivatives using crypto collateral, it reduces barriers to adoption, enhances liquidity, and fosters hybrid market ecosystems.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Convergence of Digital and Traditional Finance
The blending of crypto and conventional derivatives markets signals an emerging unified financial infrastructure.

Pillar 2: Expanded Access and Market Liquidity
Hybrid platforms enhance global participation, offering new channels for capital flows and risk diversification.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Finance Magnates – Bitget Brings CFDs and Crypto Together Following Tokenized US Stocks and ETFs
  

• Cointelegraph – Bitget Expands Into TradFi With Crypto Collateral

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For more than a decade, many of you have held foreign currencies with the hope that one day a global financial reset and revaluation would change your family’s future. You have remained patient, faithful, and committed — even as week after week, year after year, “RV gurus” declared this is finally the week, only for nothing to happen.

You deserve better than recycled predictions.
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The World Is Changing
A global reset is not a myth — it is unfolding in real time through international finance, monetary restructuring, gold accumulation by central banks, new settlement systems, geopolitical realignment, and the slow erosion of dollar-centric frameworks.

But revaluation will not happen because a guru said it will.
It will happen when:

• Global monetary architecture shifts,

• New settlement systems are activated,

• Liquidity and sovereign-debt frameworks are reset,

• And nations restructure how value moves across borders.

These are the signals we track every day — not rumors, but verifiable developments happening across the world’s financial system.

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Wealthy Americans Are Moving Cash Out Of Checking And Savings Accounts

Wealthy Americans Are Moving Cash Out Of Checking And Savings Accounts

 Here’s what they’re doing with it  Sun, December 14, 2025 Moneywise

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Consumer confidence dropped sharply in November, falling to its lowest point since April, when concern over President Trump’s tariffs was driving economic anxiety (1).

Possibly as a result, Americans have pulled back on spending. A delayed report from the Department of Commerce shows that while consumer spending rose 0.02% from the previous month, sales are sluggish compared to the 0.6% increase recorded in July and August and 1% increase in June (2).

What are they doing with their money instead? New research from JPMorgan Chase's Institute of Financial Health and Wealth Creation found that after accounting for inflation, savings and checking balances have essentially been stagnant for nearly two years .

When it comes to high-income households, bank balances have even been shrinking, landing at negative 2% in October 2025 (3).

Where did the money go?

The report notes that higher-income households are instead moving cash out of regular bank accounts and into higher-yield options, such as money market funds, brokerage accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) (3).

With inflation hovering around 3.0% — well above the 2% target — it seems traditional accounts just aren’t cutting it (4).

With incomes barely improving and everyday costs still high, many consumers now have “just enough to spend but not enough to splurge,” which explains why spending is falling.

Where are Americans putting their money?

Rather than spending more, many households are turning to investment-style options with higher returns for their cash. If you're thinking about doing the same, here are some of the most popular alternatives:

High-yield cash accounts

These function like regular savings accounts but offer much higher interest rates. For example, a SoFi checking and savings account can help you build your wealth base through a combination of high-interest rates, zero fees and ease of access.

A SoFi account can provide a base 3.60% APY, but new clients can get a 0.70% boost for up to 6 months for a total APY of 4.30%. That’s over ten times the national deposit savings rate, according to the FDIC’s November report.

With no account fees and no-fee overdraft coverage, you keep more of your money in your pocket. Plus, SoFi account balances of up to $3 million are insured by the FDIC through program banks.

To help jumpstart your savings, you can get up to $300 when you sign up with SoFi and set up a direct deposit.

For other savings options offering a range of new customer bonus options, check out the Moneywise list of top savings accounts of 2025.

Certificates of deposit (CDs)

With the Fed cutting interest rates recently, many savers are already seeing those yields drop. That makes locked-in returns more valuable than ever — and that’s where a certificate of deposit (CD) shines.

With a CD, you lock in a guaranteed rate upfront, so your earnings stay steady for a set term, even if rates slip further. It’s predictable, reliable growth, which is something you don’t always get with traditional accounts.

Raisin makes that even easier by giving you access to high-yield and no-penalty CDs from top U.S. banks, all with no fees and minimums as low as $1.

TO READ MORE:  https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wealthy-americans-moving-cash-checking-124500548.html

A Powerful, Beautiful, and Visionary Future for Everyone of us: Rob Cunningham

A Powerful, Beautiful, and Visionary Future for Everyone of us: Rob Cunningham

12-15-2025

Rob Cunningham | KUWL.show  @KuwlShow

1. The Core Vision: Democratized Private Equity in the Age of Transparency

At its heart, the Linqto 3.0 Plan is more than a bankruptcy recovery strategy – it is a monetary realignment strategy.

It recognizes a simple, world-changing truth:

The next global financial system will be transparent, digitally native, ledger-based, and designed to serve people – not gatekeepers.

Linqto began six years ago with a radical idea:
Give everyday accredited investors lawful access to private markets once reserved for institutions.

Linqto 3.0 completes that idea by aligning it with:

• Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)

• Stablecoins and atomic settlement

• Immutable ownership records

• Regulatory clarity instead of regulatory theater

• Full respect for property rights

Rather than liquidating trust, opacity, and fear, this plan proposes restoration, continuity, and growth.

2. The Economic Architecture: Solvent, Scalable, and Abundance-Oriented

This plan outline provides something extraordinarily rare in restructuring:

Everyone wins without financial alchemy.

Key pillars

• 100% return of SPV assets to rightful owners (no haircut, no confiscation)

• $20M in new growth capital

• $20M in near-term liquidity

• Immediate retirement of DIP financing

• 100% payment of all legitimate creditors

• Fully funded operations going forward

This is not debt-driven survival.
It is equity-driven renewal.

3. The Platform Evolution: From SPVs to a Global Private Markets Ledger

The partnership with InvestX is the masterstroke.

Together, Linqto + InvestX become:

• A retail + institutional hybrid

• A regulated private-markets exchange layer

• A future-ready bridge between:

• Tokenized real-world assets

• Pre-IPO equities

• Post-IPO distribution

• DLT-based ownership proof

With

• Real-time price discovery

• Electronic secondary liquidity

• Reg D / Reg A+ compliance

• KYC/AML baked into architecture

This is the “NASDAQ moment” for private equity, but designed for the common investor.

4. The Moral Innovation: Customers as Owners, Not Creditors

Perhaps the most beautiful and disruptive element:

SPV unitholders are treated as equity owners – not creditors.

That single decision realigns the entire system with:

• Property rights

• Common law

• Moral clarity

• Investor trust

No fees during holding periods.
No carried interest extraction.
1:1 distribution of shares post-IPO.

This is financial stewardship, not financial engineering.

II. Why This Reimagined Leadership Team Can Scale Linqto Into a Global Icon

This is not speculative leadership.
This is battle-tested, category-creating leadership.

Arkadi Kuhlmann – Chairman

• Built ING Direct from zero to $88B in deposits

• Served 8 million customers

• Democratized banking before “fintech” was a word

• Successfully navigated multiple Chapter 11 restructurings

He understands:

• Scale

• Trust

• Regulation

• Simplicity for the end user

Marcus New – CEO, Linqto Capital

• Founder of InvestX

• Pioneer in pre-IPO markets

• 100+ SPVs, 41 portfolio companies, 20 exits

• Knows how to build liquidity where none existed

Sadhana Akella Mishra – Chief Compliance Officer

• Deutsche Bank

• Finxact (Fiserv)

• Deep fintech + blockchain compliance expertise

• Brings regulation as an enabler, not a weapon

Thomas Hugh — Chief Financial Officer

• ING Direct

• Zenbanx

• Led regulatory relationships with OCC, FDIC, OSFI

• Proven operator at scale

Together, this team is uniquely capable of:

• Rebuilding trust

• Scaling globally

• Aligning with regulators

• Preparing Linqto for the tokenized future of private markets

Chapter 7 or 11, keep 95% or 65%, are NOT our only options. They are however, the options that benefit an “elite” group.

A “No” vote preserves 100% of our Equity & Rights.

It’s uncanny how history repeats itself, long term debt captures the cash flow of nations across endless generations. and mankind becomes enslaved by bankers, lawyers, money and drug cartels who do the outsourced bidding of weak politicians.

For those who worship money, they believe their ends justify their means. By always following the money, the roads always lead to the truth.

Watch interview on X here:  https://twitter.com/i/status/2000335230582833510 and here https://twitter.com/i/status/2000371604782465158

Source(s):   https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2000335230582833510

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/15/rob-cunningham-a-powerful-beautiful-and-visionary-future-for-everyone-of-us/

America’s Credit Downgrade TRIGGERS a Financial Earthquake — The Collapse Has Started

America’s Credit Downgrade TRIGGERS a Financial Earthquake — The Collapse Has Started

Lena Petrova:  12-14-2025

America got hit with multiple credit downgrades — and while that might sound like a boring financial headline, it’s actually one of the most important economic warnings of our generation.

In this video, we break down what a credit downgrade really means, why agencies like Moody’s, Fitch, S&P, and Scope Ratings are sounding the alarm, and how this crisis is already affecting interest rates, mortgages, banks, and the entire global financial system.

You’ll learn:

 ✔️ Why the U.S. has been downgraded repeatedly since 2011

✔️ How interest payments exploded from $514B in 2020 to $1.114T in 2025

✔️ Why banks like JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America were downgraded too

 ✔️ How rising Treasury yields hit mortgages, credit cards, and business loans

✔️ Why global investors still treat U.S. debt as “risk-free”… but with growing doubts

✔️ Why America’s rising debt, deficits, and political gridlock are pushing ratings lower

✔️ What happens when interest payments eat 34% of all tax revenue

✔️ And the big question: How long can the world trust U.S. fiscal stability?

 This isn’t fear-mongering — it’s the financial reality no one wants to talk about.

When the U.S. gets downgraded, the shockwaves hit every part of the economy. And if policymakers don’t act soon, the slow-motion warning we’re seeing today could become a full-blown crisis tomorrow.

If you want to understand the real risks behind America’s debt explosion — and what it means for your wallet — this video is a must-watch.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why the credit downgrade matters

 01:12 – What a sovereign credit rating really is

03:05 – The $38 trillion debt problem

05:40 – Why Moody’s downgraded U.S. banks

 07:25 – How rising yields hit households

09:45 – Political gridlock & fiscal dysfunction

12:30 – The future of U.S. creditworthiness

14:00 – What could happen next

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq5Wfw2hOuA

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Afternoon 12-15-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

UK Treasury Sets 2027 Start Date for Comprehensive Crypto Regulation

Britain moves to formally integrate digital assets into its traditional financial regulatory framework.

Overview

• UK Treasury confirms cryptoassets will fall under formal regulation starting October 2027, ending years of interim oversight.

• Framework will align crypto rules with traditional financial services, covering exchanges, custody, and stablecoins.

• Consumer protection and market integrity cited as primary goals of the regulatory shift.

• Move signals regulatory certainty rather than restriction, providing long-term clarity for institutions.

Key Developments

• Treasury outlines full regulatory perimeter for cryptoassets
  The UK finance ministry announced that digital assets will be regulated similarly to banks and investment firms, bringing crypto exchanges, custodians, and issuers under consistent supervisory standards.

• Stablecoins explicitly included in future oversight
  Authorities confirmed that fiat-backed stablecoins used for payments will be regulated, reinforcing their role as part of the formal payments ecosystem rather than fringe instruments.

• Extended timeline allows industry preparation
  The 2027 implementation date gives firms time to adapt compliance systems, capital requirements, and governance structures before enforcement begins.

• UK positions itself between innovation and control
  Officials emphasized balancing innovation with safeguards, aiming to keep Britain competitive while reducing consumer and systemic risks.

Why It Matters

The UK’s move reflects a broader global shift away from ad hoc crypto supervision toward full integration into legacy financial rulebooks. By choosing regulation over prohibition, Britain is signaling that digital assets are becoming a permanent feature of the financial system — not a temporary experiment.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Crypto Normalization Into Legacy Finance
Cryptoassets are being absorbed into existing regulatory systems, blurring the line between digital finance and traditional banking.

Pillar 2: Regulatory Certainty as Capital Magnet
Clear rules favor institutional adoption, encouraging long-term capital flows while sidelining unregulated market actors.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Reuters – “UK regulation of cryptoassets to start in October 2027, finance ministry says”

• Financial Times – “UK to bring crypto firms under full financial regulation”

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SILVER SURGES +110% AS PRECIOUS METALS MARKET DYNAMICS SHIFT

Silver’s breakout performance highlights structural forces reshaping metals investing and safe-haven flows

Overview

• Silver prices have climbed roughly 110% year-to-date, dramatically outpacing gold and conventional expectations.

• Market structure and demand shifts are being cited as primary drivers, including hedge positioning and investor inflows.

• Safe-haven interest and supply constraints contribute to upward pressure across industrial and monetary metals sectors.

• Price action is prompting renewed focus on metals allocations in diversified portfolios.

Key Developments

• Silver’s YTD gains reflect a rare outperformance relative to gold
  While precious metals are traditionally correlated, silver’s sharp rise underscores unique demand catalysts, including industrial and investment buying.

• Structural market factors exposed amid volatility
  Analysts point to changes in futures positioning, ETF inflows, and supply limitations as contributing forces that amplify price moves in silver versus gold.

• Safe-haven demand rises amid macro uncertainty
  Inflation concerns, weakened risk assets, and geopolitical tensions have boosted interest in real assets, especially metals with dual industrial and store-of-value characteristics.

• Investor repositioning reshapes metals narratives
  Portfolio managers are reassessing allocations, with silver gaining attention not just as an industrial metal but as a strategic hedge alongside gold.

Why It Matters

Silver’s remarkable climb illustrates how real assets can break traditional correlations and reflect deeper structural forces in financial markets. The surge also shows the interplay between monetary hedging and industrial demand — a dual-use dynamic that can reshape asset allocation strategy beyond conventional commodity investing.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Real Assets in a Fragmented Financial System
As confidence in paper assets wavers, real assets like silver become tactical pivots in portfolios, shifting capital away from traditional equities and bonds.

Pillar 2: Hidden Market Structures Amplifying Volatility
Structural dislocations in metals markets reveal fracturing liquidity and the need for diversified risk frameworks across financial ecosystems.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Binance – Silver’s 110% Surge Exposes Structural Cracks in the Precious Metals Market
  
  

• Kitco News – Silver Outperforms Gold as Investors Seek Safe Haven Assets

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BANKS MOVE TOWARD CRYPTO PAYMENTS AS FED AND OCC SIGNAL INTEGRATION SHIFT

U.S. regulators open the door to linking digital assets with core banking and payment infrastructure

Overview

• Federal Reserve officials signal openness to crypto firms accessing payment rails, marking a potential turning point in financial integration.

• OCC guidance reframes crypto services as permissible banking activity, including custody, settlement, and brokerage.

• Regulatory tone shifts from restriction to supervision, reducing uncertainty for banks and fintechs.

• Moves suggest crypto is transitioning from fringe to infrastructure within the U.S. financial system.

Key Developments

• Fed proposal explores limited access to central bank payment systems
  A Federal Reserve governor suggested allowing certain crypto and fintech firms controlled access to Fed payment infrastructure, a step that would embed digital assets directly into the U.S. payments backbone.

• OCC clarifies banks can offer crypto services under existing authority
  The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency confirmed that national banks may custody digital assets, facilitate settlements, and engage in crypto-related brokerage without new legislation.

• Bank–crypto integration accelerates after years of debanking pressure
  The guidance reverses the chilling effect created by prior supervisory uncertainty, signaling that crypto activity is no longer automatically viewed as unsafe or unsound.

• Payments modernization becomes the focal point
  Direct or indirect access to payment rails would reduce reliance on intermediaries, improve settlement speed, and tighten the connection between digital assets and fiat liquidity.

Why It Matters

These regulatory signals mark a structural shift in how digital assets interact with the banking system. By normalizing crypto activity and exploring payment rail access, U.S. regulators are laying groundwork for a financial system where blockchain-based assets coexist with — rather than operate outside — traditional finance.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Crypto Becomes Financial Infrastructure
Digital assets are moving from speculative markets into the operational core of banking and payments.

Pillar 2: End of Informal Debanking
Regulatory clarity reduces discretionary exclusion, reshaping how capital and liquidity flow through the system.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Finance Magnates – Fed’s Governor Proposes Access to Central Bank Payment Infrastructure for Crypto Firms
  
  

• PYMNTS – OCC Letters Reframe Crypto as Standard Banking Activity

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G20 WATCHDOG WARNS GLOBAL CRYPTO RULES ARE FRAGMENTED AND INCOMPLETE

Regulatory gaps threaten financial stability as digital assets expand across borders

Overview

• The Financial Stability Board warns of significant gaps in global crypto regulation, citing inconsistent oversight across jurisdictions.

• Fragmented rules increase risks to financial stability, particularly as crypto markets grow more interconnected with traditional finance.

• Cross-border coordination remains uneven, limiting regulators’ ability to manage systemic threats.

• Stablecoins and DeFi identified as areas of heightened concern due to scale and speed of adoption.

Key Developments

• FSB highlights uneven implementation of crypto standards
  The G20’s risk watchdog noted that while high-level frameworks exist, many countries have yet to fully implement or enforce agreed crypto regulations.

• Regulatory fragmentation increases systemic exposure
  Inconsistent rules allow activity to migrate to lightly regulated jurisdictions, amplifying contagion risks during periods of market stress.

• Stablecoins flagged as a global vulnerability
  The FSB emphasized that large stablecoins could transmit shocks across borders if not subject to consistent reserve, governance, and redemption standards.

• Traditional finance increasingly exposed to crypto risks
  As banks, funds, and payment providers expand crypto involvement, regulatory gaps raise the risk of spillovers into the broader financial system.

Why It Matters

The warning underscores a critical tension in global finance: crypto markets are borderless, but regulation remains national. Without coordination, regulatory arbitrage could undermine financial stability just as digital assets become more embedded in payments, banking, and capital markets.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Fragmentation Forces Regulatory Realignment
Disjointed oversight accelerates pressure for global standards governing digital assets.

Pillar 2: Stablecoins as Systemic Instruments
Once peripheral, stablecoins are emerging as potential transmission channels for financial shocks.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Investing.com – G20 Risk Watchdog Warns of Significant Gaps in Global Crypto Rules
  
  

• Financial Stability Board – Global Regulatory Framework for Crypto-Asset Activities

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A Quick History Lesson on Kuwait and New Notes: Swisher1776

A Quick History Lesson on Kuwait and New Notes: Swisher1776

12-15-2025

Swisher1776  @swisher1776

A QUICK HISTORY LESSON: KUWAIT & NEW NOTES

Many people ask: “Why do we keep hearing about new notes but never see proof?”

Kuwait already answered this in 1991.

When Kuwait was liberated:

Banks reopened on March 24, 1991

The pre-invasion exchange rate was restored immediately

A new series of banknotes was introduced the same day

Old valid notes were exchanged 1:1

Invalid or counterfeit notes were rejected

Here’s the key part.

The public did NOT see the new notes in advance.

There was:

no preview

no leaks

no countdown

no announced hour

The proof only appeared when the banking system went live.

This is how central banks protect:

monetary stability

public confidence

and the currency itself

Preparation happens quietly. Execution happens all at once.

History shows us that new notes are never the signal, they are the result.

Hope this helps bring clarity and peace.

Source(s):https://x.com/swisher1776/status/2000382157324259711

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/15/swisher1776-a-quick-history-lesson-on-kuwait-and-new-notes/

News, Rumors and Opinions Monday 12-15-2025

Swisher1776: IQD RV, Iraq Officially Ratifies Election Results

12-15-2025

Today, Iraq’s Federal Supreme Court officially ratified the 2025 parliamentary election results.

What this means:

The elections are now legally and constitutionally finalized

All appeals and disputes are closed

Iraq officially moves from elections → governance

What happens next?

The President must call the first session of the new Parliament within 15 days

Parliament will begin forming leadership and advancing national priorities

This is a major stability milestone — the kind of step that brings:

political certainty

institutional continuity

confidence for reform and rebuilding

Quiet progress.
Orderly process.
Forward motion.

Praying for wisdom, unity, and peace as Iraq enters its next chapter.

Source(s):  http://x.com/swisher1776/status/2000385275113910372

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/15/swisher1776-iqd-rv-iraq-officially-ratifies-election-results/

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

Frank26   IMO the Iraqi dinar is advancing in ways that we've only dreamed about...I see the governor of the Central Bank of Iraq explaining every day to the Iraqi citizens the monetary reform process.  Based on what the governor of the central bank and also on what Oliver Wyman said...and what December 15th requires...my opinion is on January 1, 2026 that has to be something to replace 1310/1320.  There has to be...They're setting it up that way.  They are the ones building up the anticipation, the drama, titillation, teasing, however you want to describe it.  Every freaking day they come out and they tell the Iraqi citizens, this is what's happening. 

Jeff   Today was a very critical day within this investment because very critical news from...the United Nations that put Chapter VII sanctions on Iraq.  They no longer have Chapter 7 sanction.  Those have all been lifted regarding the financial aspect of Iraq that would prevent them from being able to revalue the currency.  Iraq is now sovereign, eligible to revalue the currency.  That's not in the way anymore.  Those have all been lifted...  Article:  'The United Nations will be exiting Iraq, ending their UNAMI missions at the end of 2025'  The UN's work within Iraq official ends on December 31, 2025.  But there's another piece to this puzzle... [Post 1 of 2....stay tuned]

Jeff   They needed to have that 'congratulatory ceremony' which they did today.  Sudani came forward thanking the United Nations for their 22 years of efforts and service helping restore and turn the country of Iraq around and achieve stability.  In return, Antonio, the head honcho of the UN, congratulated Iraq on achieving stability.  I want you to think about something.  With the UN's missions ending at the very end of this year, December 31, 2025, why did they have and hold this congratulatory meeting/ ceremony this weekend?  My opinion...this ceremony needed to happen before the rate is going to change and before Iraq gets back on the international world stage.  [Post 2 of 2]

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Investing in Vietnam the Easy Way VND/USD Exchange Rate

Edu Matrix:  12-15-2025

Vietnam is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about emerging markets in the world—and investors are paying attention. In this video, we break down how investing in Vietnam’s economy works, why global investors are turning their focus to Southeast Asia, and the smartest ways to gain exposure to Vietnam’s long-term growth.

 From manufacturing and exports to a rising middle class and foreign direct investment, Vietnam’s economic transformation is creating new opportunities across multiple sectors.

You’ll learn the different ways foreigners can invest in Vietnam, including the Vietnam stock market, Vietnam-focused ETFs, and real estate opportunities in major cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.

We also discuss the pros and cons of each investment approach, what beginners should consider first, and why many investors choose indirect options like ETFs to simplify access while managing risk.

 If you’re interested in emerging markets, diversification outside the U.S., or long-term global investment strategies, this video will help you understand where Vietnam fits into the bigger financial picture.

Whether you’re a retiree, expat, or long-term investor, Vietnam’s growing economy offers insight into how global capital is shifting and where future growth may come from.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwemETF53yk

“Tidbits From TNT” Monday 12-15-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Fitch affirms Iraq's credit rating at (B-) and praises "internal stability"

The Iraqi Ministry of Finance announced on Monday that the international credit rating agency Fitch has affirmed Iraq’s sovereign rating at (B-) with a “stable” outlook.

The ministry said in a statement, received by Shafaq News Agency, that this step reflects international confidence in the ability of the Iraqi economy to maintain its financial and credit stability despite the current global and regional challenges.

The ministry explained in its statement that the Fitch report highlighted positively the strength of internal stability in Iraq, noting that the internal situation has remained resilient and stable during the past months, which reflects the success of government policies in keeping the Iraqi arena neutral from regional conflicts and escalating tensions in the region.

The Iraqi Ministry of Finance added that the agency also noted the significant improvement in the security situation, which has strengthened the country’s ability to absorb successive geopolitical shocks, pointing out that oil revenues still constitute a major support for the Iraqi economy, providing a financial base that contributes to the sustainability of service provision and the running of state affairs.

The Ministry of Finance affirmed that maintaining the rating with a stable outlook provides an incentive to move forward with the implementation of the structural reforms adopted by the government, which aim to maximize non-oil revenues, improve the efficiency of public spending, and address the challenges associated with approving future budgets, thereby reducing financial uncertainty and enhancing the path of economic development.

The ministry renewed its commitment to working according to strategies aimed at diversifying sources of income and strengthening the pillars of the national economy, taking advantage of the state of security and political stability to enhance the confidence of international financial institutions in the future of the Iraqi economy.

A credit rating is an indicator of a country's ability to meet its financial obligations and repay its debts. Fitch Ratings' affirmation of Iraq's rating at (B-) means that the country is still able to repay, but it faces potential financial and economic risks, which keeps borrowing costs relatively high and makes investor confidence cautious, without registering a substantial improvement or decline in the financial situation, according to specialists.

Fitch Ratings is one of the world’s largest credit rating agencies, along with Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s. It is based in the United States and specializes in assessing the creditworthiness of countries and companies. Its ratings are based on economic, financial and political indicators and are used globally by governments, investors and financial institutions to estimate investment and borrowing risks. link

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Tishwash:  My perspective on the dinar and economic reform, based on what Dr. Nabil Al-Marsoumi wrote about them.

With all due respect to you, my dear professor Dr. Nabil Al-Marsoumi, and with all due appreciation for your knowledge and expertise, from which I have always benefited, I hope you will allow me to present the following points to you, in response and commentary on what you wrote about economic reform a few days ago, as follows:

1- The “White Paper” was never a reform paper, and it never will be. In it, the wrong measures and government corruption were imposed on the people, as they were exposed to inflation due to the reduction in the exchange rate of the dinar, and stagnation prevailed in the markets due to the contradictions in the economic measures, not to mention the exploitation of the economic crises by those in power and their entourages to make profits and accelerate the wheel of smuggling.

2- I agree with you, my dear professor, that the economic crises in developing countries are caused by errors in macroeconomic policies, and I also agree with you on the necessity of cooperating with the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. However, I do not agree with you, nor with the pillars of the Iraqi government that approved the “White Paper” prepared by the World Bank, with nominal Iraqi participation, regarding many of the items and measures contained in the ill-fated White Paper.

I do not agree with placing the plans to address the Iraqi economic crises under the authority of the World Bank or others. Rather, I call for the solutions to be purely Iraqi, in cooperation with international financial institutions, as Iraq is full of good economic personnel, both inside and outside the government.

3- In my view, seeking to reduce the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar is an economic crime that should only be resorted to in extreme emergency situations, when other means are exhausted. Iraq has multiple available means to address its economic crises, such as borrowing, rationalizing the budget, reforming food rations and social welfare, regulating salaries, limiting appointments, and eliminating underemployment, among others. These measures will be painful, as you mentioned, but they are certainly better than the effects of stagflation, which will burden the rich before the poor.

4- Floating the Iraqi dinar, in the current state of the Iraqi economy, contradicts the most basic rules of economics, not to mention its contradiction with reason and logic. Economically, floating occurs in a balanced free market where there is a real opportunity to achieve a fair exchange rate. This is impossible to achieve in the current Iraqi economy, as the only party that possesses dollars and hard currencies is the Central Bank of Iraq. As for the Iraqi market, it obtains hard currencies from the Central Bank, because Iraq is an importing country and not an exporting one, and most traders do not possess hard currency because they do not export, but rather they depend on the Central Bank to provide foreign currency liquidity. Consequently, there is no balanced market in which hard currency is available to everyone, and it is a market governed by what the Central Bank provides of hard currency, so competition becomes impossible, and achieving a fair exchange rate becomes impossible.

5- Promoting the idea of ​​floating the dinar and reducing its exchange rate in the markets and among the general public is extremely dangerous. It is a preemptive move for possible future measures that may not happen, and if they do happen, they may not be soon. Occupying the markets with this type of idea presented as a solution is harmful and not beneficial. Therefore, I recommend staying away from it and leaving the idea of ​​floating the dinar and reducing its exchange rate to the next government.

6- The economic reform process will be harsh and costly for the poor and those with limited and middle incomes, as you mentioned. The government must strive to alleviate the burden of this harshness and cost by improving economic, security, and social performance, and by formulating a national reform paper, with the participation of the concerned parties, the government, society, and markets, and with the assistance of local, international, and UN financial institutions.

6- Economic reform measures will not be effective unless they are accompanied by good intentions from those who take them. Corruption and mismanagement have brought Iraq to this state, and its continuation means the inevitable failure of reform measures. I think the time has come for the marginalized class of the national elite and entrepreneurs in the markets to take their place in the constructive and effective contribution to managing the course of the economy in Iraq, whether those in power accept it or not.  link

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Tishwash:  Iraqi Foreign Minister: Ending the UNAMI mission in Iraq reflects the progress and stability achieved.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his pride in the ongoing cooperation with Iraq on Saturday, while Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein affirmed his country's appreciation for the international organization's role during previous phases.

A statement from the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that "Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein received the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, upon his arrival at Baghdad International Airport."

The statement explained that "this visit came on the occasion of the announcement of the end of the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), after years of carrying out its tasks in supporting the political process, promoting stability, and providing advice and assistance in various fields."

During the reception, the Minister affirmed the Iraqi government's appreciation for the role played by the United Nations and UNAMI in supporting Iraq during previous phases, noting that "the termination of the mission's work reflects the progress and stability achieved, and embodies Iraq's ability to manage its national affairs and strengthen its sovereignty and constitutional institutions."

For his part, the Secretary-General of the United Nations expressed his "pride in the existing cooperation with Iraq," stressing "the continued support of the international organization for Iraq through new cooperation frameworks that are appropriate for the next stage, and that enhance sustainable development and international partnership."

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Baghdad this morning to participate in the official ceremony marking the end of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq  link

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Mot:  Where Would You Like to Sit!!! 

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Monday Morning 12-15-25

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Pax Silica Alliance Forms as U.S. Rallies Allies in Global Chip and AI Power Shift

Washington launches a coordinated technology bloc to secure semiconductors, AI systems, and critical minerals amid rising competition with China.

Overview

• United States unveils “Pax Silica,” a new strategic technology alliance aimed at protecting AI, semiconductor, and critical mineral supply chains.

• Core allies span Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, reflecting a coordinated response to China’s rapid tech expansion.

• Initiative prioritizes supply-chain resilience, joint R&D, and workforce development in advanced technologies.

• Alliance structure includes core members and guest contributors, expanding influence beyond formal membership.

Key Developments

• Pax Silica formally established as a U.S.-led technology coalition
  The initiative brings together trusted partners to coordinate AI research, semiconductor production, and critical mineral access, reducing reliance on China-dominated supply chains.

• Eight core nations anchor the alliance’s operational capacity
  Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and Australia each contribute specialized strengths ranging from chip fabrication to cybersecurity and mineral sourcing.

• Guest contributors extend regulatory and manufacturing reach
  Taiwan, the European Union, Canada, and the OECD provide advisory support, regulatory alignment, and technical expertise, strengthening cross-border coordination without full membership.

• Focus on AI supply chains and joint innovation intensifies
  Pax Silica emphasizes diversified semiconductor production, shared research breakthroughs, and education programs to build a future-ready workforce capable of sustaining long-term technological leadership.

Why It Matters

Pax Silica signals a decisive shift toward bloc-based technology governance as nations respond to China’s state-driven advances in AI and semiconductor manufacturing. By organizing trusted partners around critical technologies, the U.S. is reinforcing economic security, protecting strategic industries, and reshaping how global innovation power is distributed.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Technology Bloc Realignment
Strategic industries are consolidating within allied frameworks, fragmenting the global tech market into competing spheres of influence.

Pillar 2: Supply Chains as National Security Assets
Semiconductors, AI systems, and critical minerals are no longer neutral trade goods — they are foundational to monetary power, defense capability, and economic sovereignty.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Newsweek – “Full List of Countries in New US Alliance To Win Chip War With China”

• Reuters – “U.S. and allies seek to secure semiconductor supply chains amid China competition”

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China Moves to Eliminate Childbirth Costs Nationwide Beginning 2026

Beijing targets demographic decline by removing financial barriers to starting families.

Overview

• China plans to fully cover policy-approved childbirth medical costs starting in 2026, including prenatal checkups and delivery.

• Families will face no out-of-pocket expenses for approved childbirth services, shifting costs to the national healthcare system.

• Several provinces have already implemented near-free childbirth programs, serving as pilots for nationwide rollout.

• Policy is part of a broader population strategy as China’s population continues to decline.

Key Developments

• National healthcare authority confirms full childbirth cost coverage
  China’s National Healthcare Security Administration announced that all approved medical expenses related to childbirth will be reimbursed, aiming to remove healthcare costs as a deterrent to having children.

• Provincial pilot programs already in effect
  Multiple regions have introduced similar reimbursement schemes, demonstrating feasibility and setting benchmarks for national standards.

• Demographic decline drives urgency
  China’s population has been shrinking since 2022, with persistently low birth rates linked to high costs of healthcare, childcare, housing, and education.

• Policy integrates into long-term economic planning
  The initiative aligns with broader workforce and aging-population strategies, as Beijing seeks to stabilize labor supply and manage future pension and healthcare burdens.

Why It Matters

China’s move underscores how demographic pressures are now shaping fiscal and social policy. By absorbing childbirth-related medical costs, Beijing is using the state balance sheet to influence population trends, labor sustainability, and long-term economic stability amid slowing growth and an aging society.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: State-Backed Social Spending Expansion
Governments are increasingly intervening directly in demographic and social outcomes, expanding public financial commitments to stabilize future economic capacity.

Pillar 2: Demographics as Economic Policy
Population trends are becoming central to national economic planning, influencing labor markets, productivity forecasts, and long-term fiscal structures worldwide.

This is not just politics — it’s global finance restructuring before our eyes.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy – “China to Eliminate Childbirth Costs Nationwide From 2026”

• Reuters – “China ramps up incentives to boost birth rate amid population decline”

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$1.3 Trillion Wall Street Time Bomb, the Private Credit Bubble

$1.3 Trillion Wall Street Time Bomb, the Private Credit Bubble

Lena Petrova:  12-13-2025

The private credit market in the United States is a rapidly evolving and increasingly complex entity that has grown exponentially since the 2008 financial crisis.

What was once a relatively small and unassuming sector has ballooned into a behemoth, with approximately $1.3 trillion in outstanding loans, roughly half the size of the commercial and industrial loans made by banks.

However, this meteoric rise has also brought with it a host of systemic risks that threaten the stability of the broader financial sector.

For years, investors have relied on credit rating agencies to gauge the safety of their investments.

Investment grade ratings on loans or bonds were considered a reliable indicator of creditworthiness. However, according to PIMCO’s Chief Investment Officer and other financial experts, this assumption is now woefully outdated.

The explosive growth of private credit, a sector that is largely unregulated and opaque compared to traditional banking, has rendered traditional credit ratings increasingly unreliable.

So, what exactly is private credit, and how has it become such a significant player in the US financial system? Private credit refers to loans made directly by funds, rather than banks, to corporate borrowers.

This sector has grown rapidly as banks retreated from corporate lending in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis. However, in a twist of fate, banks are now increasingly lending to private credit funds themselves, creating a complex and intertwined ecosystem that is fraught with risk.

The parallels between today’s private credit market and the pre-2008 financial environment are striking. The reliance on credit rating agencies, who are suspected of inflating creditworthiness, and increasingly lax underwriting standards, may be concealing growing risks.

Moreover, private credit borrowers often defer payments, and distressed loans are on the rise, signaling potential credit losses if economic conditions worsen.

Regulators are only just beginning to address these risks, with bodies like the SEC probing rating agencies and the Bank for International Settlements warning about the inflating effect of private capital flows into private credit.

However, the lack of standardized transparency and reporting requirements for private credit funds exacerbates the problem, making it difficult to assess true asset quality and systemic exposure.

The warning signs are clear: the private credit market has the potential to trigger a financial crisis potentially more severe than 2008 if a wave of defaults occurs.

 The intertwined nature of banks lending to private credit funds, combined with hidden leverage and deteriorating asset quality, forms a precarious “house of cards.” The call to action is for enhanced regulatory oversight, greater transparency, and investor diligence to mitigate the looming systemic risks within this fast-growing sector.

So, what can be done to mitigate these risks? Firstly, regulators must step up their oversight of the private credit market, introducing standardized transparency and reporting requirements to provide a clearer picture of asset quality and systemic exposure.

 Investors must also be more diligent in their due diligence, scrutinizing the creditworthiness of borrowers and the quality of the loans being made.

Ultimately, the private credit market is a ticking time bomb that has the potential to unleash a devastating financial crisis on the US economy.

 It is imperative that regulators, investors, and financial experts work together to address the systemic risks that are building in this complex and opaque sector.

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