‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ Author Says Gold, Silver Prices Don’t Really Matter

‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ Author Says Gold, Silver Prices Don’t Really Matter

Anand Sinha   TheStreet   Fri, January 23, 2026

If you’re obsessively refreshing gold charts, cryptocurrency candles, or silver wicks, Robert Kiyosaki wants you to relax.

In an X post on Jan. 22, the "Rich Dad Poor Dad" author made it clear: he doesn’t care whether gold, silver, Bitcoin (BTC), or even Ethereum (ETH), rise or fall on any given day.

Why? Because, in his view, the real story isn’t market volatility. It’s the slow, steady erosion of the U.S. dollar.

U.S. debt soars, U.S. dollar sinks

Kiyosaki argues that as the U.S.’s federal debt continues to climb, the purchasing power of the dollar keeps falling.

He isn't wrong.

The U.S. federal government currently has $38.45 trillion in debt.

The U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the value of the dollar relative to a basket of foreign currencies, is at its lowest in two weeks at 98.30 at press time.

Once you accept this reality, Kiyosaki says, price swings start to matter a lot less.

However, the price movements of these popular assets have shaken the global markets.

Gold's price hit a new all-time high (ATH) of $4,967.03 per ounce on Jan. 23 and is now eyeing the $5,000 mark.

Silver is also hitting new records every few days, hitting the ATH of $100.29 per oz on Jan. 23.

Bitcoin, meanwhile, was exchanging hands at $88,866.80 at the time of writing—a pale shadow of the king coin when it hit north of $126,000 in early October last year.

Ether was trading at $2,915.86 at press time, 40% lower than the ATH of $4,953.73 it reached in late April last year.

Instead of worrying about these price movements, Kiyosaki points the finger at what he sees as a deeper problem: economic leadership.

Kiyosaki attacks 'incompetent, highly educated' PhDs in charge

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Weekend Coffee with MarkZ. 01/24/2026

Weekend Coffee with MarkZ. 01/24/2026

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

MZ: You know the drill, we cut up for the first 45 minutes with Matt and Lucas (CBD Gurus) then dive into the news

Member: Good Morning. Welcome to another weekend

Member: Mark, we need some really good news today.

MZ: Very quiet on the bond front this morning….I have a bond contact supposed to be back in Zurich by Monday morning. He was house hunting across the Mediterranean. So he either feels very confident or has money ….I don’t know which.

Member: Hopefully this weekend is the calm before the storm or the deep breath before the plunge?

Member: I still believe it will be a shotgun start and we will all go at once.

MZ: Dominating the news in Iraq is the US pressure to step away from Iran, Remove any influence or face sanctions. I think they are being told to finish this…..no more excuses.

 MZ: From Reuters: “ Washington holds the key to Iraq’s economy. Thus it controls revenues” Todays  links are at  https://theoriginalmarkz.com/home/

MZ: “An American newspaper reveals the expected sanctions for Iraq if the factions do not disarm” Again this is to remove Iranian influence and armed militias in Iraq. These are sponsored by Iranian interests.

MZ: “US plans to starve Iraq of oil revenues if pro-Iran parties join the new government.” And then this one: “ A Government without factions or a country without dollars: Washington puts Baghdad politicians with two options”

MZ: I think Iraq is being pushed to “poop or get off the pot” and being told to move forward now. They are being pushed across the finish line.

MZ: “ Meet the man who bought $1 billion in physical silver before the rally” He probably picked it up at about $30 an ounce. This is David Bateman the founder of Endrada. He bought 1.5% of the annual silver supply or 12.69 million ounces.

MZ: These are the reasons he gives:

The global monetary system is about to collapse: (The Great Reset or Basel Endgame)

The biggest credit bubble in history will soon pop

There is no way the US can refinance the $26 Trillion in maturing treasuries in the next 4 years without a obscene amount of printing

Trumps tariffs are hastening the collapse and its by design

Gold and silver are the only meaningful life raft. Physical possession is everything.

The whole world right now is a sophisticated game of musical chairs. The chairs are precious metals

The banking system has been meticulously designed to seize your assets to buoy up a collapsing banking sector( see the Great Taking) You have zero counter party risk with precious metals.

MZ: One of Russia’s financial advisors said recently that “The US is doing a controlled demolition of the US dollar” and I believe it. Controlled demolition of the fiat system.

MZ: I believe its bye bye fiat and we are watching it. The pressure around the world right now is a reset with assets. I believe everything we have been waiting for for years is manifesting before our eyes.

MZ: “ De- dollarization alert: The Danish Pension Fund dumps US Treasuries” We have heard for years we would see governments start to sell off bonds . If (Operation Sandman)  and if all the African nations and Global south nations dump theirs – it would be the final straw or the final collapse. Is this what we are watching?

MZ: Denmark said about a year and a half ago that they were accumulating gold and preparing for a reset from fiat to asset backed money.

Member: BRICS has released the digital "unit". 40% backed by gold….60% backed by a basket of BRICS Members currencies.

Member” Lets all hope our new US asset backed currency is also on its way.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Saturday 1-24-2026

TNT:

Tishwash:  $100 billion in Iraqi savings revealed at the US Federal Reserve

Economic expert Duraid Al-Anzi said on Friday that Iraq should not have been exposed to any financial crisis or any form of financial distress, stressing that the concerned authorities did not adopt the proposed oil prices in the budgets, which led to the current financial situation.

Al-Anzi explained in a statement to Al-Furat News Agency that “Iraq has been objected to several times regarding not relying on high prices in budgets, and the necessity of not exceeding $65 per barrel in order to be able to save,” noting that “oil prices have changed a lot, but the competent authorities did not think about the future and did not adopt the proposed prices.” 

He added that “Iraq is able to demand additional amounts from its savings held by the US Federal Reserve, as Iraq has savings in the US Federal Reserve exceeding $100 billion, which were transferred to JPMorgan,” explaining that “these funds belong to Iraq after 2003 and have accumulated, and the only beneficiary of them is JPMorgan, which gives simple interest rates, and it is not known whether they reach Iraq or not, and they have not been addressed, despite the amounts being doubled.”  link

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Sudani's chances are improving again... New information revealed by MP Al-Luwaizi

MP Abdul Rahman Al-Luwaizi, from the Reconstruction and Development bloc, said that what is being circulated regarding an official concession or political marketing to hand over the premiership to the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri Al-Maliki, is “untrue in word and deed,” stressing that the political reality indicates a different course in managing the nomination file.

Al-Luwaizi explained in televised statements followed by “Jarida Platform” that what is currently happening is opening the way for the current Prime Minister, Muhammad Shia Al-Sudani, to give Nouri Al-Maliki the political opportunity to enter the race for the nomination, indicating that this option does not mean deciding the position in favor of Al-Maliki, but rather subjecting him to a test of his ability to form the government within the existing equations and balances.

He added that Maliki’s failure to form a government, if he is officially tasked with it, will reopen all political options, noting that Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s chances may rise again strongly, based on considerations of internal balances and the magnitude of the challenges that any new tasked person may face.

Al-Luwaizi indicated that if the option of assigning Al-Maliki proceeds, the Reconstruction and Development bloc will have a "significant" ministerial share within the new government formation, explaining that the talk is about five sovereign or heavy service ministries.

He also pointed out that the political blocs that had previously objected to al-Sudani’s appointment and nomination for the premiership may receive modest ministerial shares compared to the supporting blocs, which reinforces the hypothesis of al-Sudani’s repositioning as a strong option in the next stage.

Al-Luwaizi concluded his remarks by emphasizing that the political scene is still open to several scenarios, and that the decision regarding the premiership will remain contingent on the candidate's ability to overcome political complexities and form a government that enjoys broad consensus.  link

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Tishwash:  Announcement of a joint US military exercise at the embassy and Baghdad airport

US President Donald Trump stated that a large naval fleet is moving towards the Middle East region, including an aircraft carrier and a number of destroyers.

This came in a statement to reporters aboard the presidential plane, "Air Force One," on his way back to the United States after meeting with leaders from around the world in Davos, Switzerland.

Trump said, "We have a large number of ships moving in that direction, in case of any emergency... I don't want anything to happen, but we are watching them very closely."

The US forces in the Middle East are being reinforced with the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and a number of destroyers equipped with guided missiles and additional air defense systems that could be critical to defense if any Iranian attack occurs on US bases in the region.

According to media reports and statements by a US Navy official, the aircraft carrier "Abraham Lincoln" and three destroyers are making their way to the Middle East region, with estimates suggesting their arrival within the next few days.

US media reported that the US force includes an aircraft carrier, cruisers and missile destroyers, in addition to squadrons of fighter jets belonging to the Air Force and ground-based air and missile defense systems.

American warships, including the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln, several destroyers, and fighter jets, began moving from the Asia-Pacific region to the Middle East last week, amid rising tensions and escalation between Tehran and Washington over the recent protests in Iran.

It is noted that the US military had amassed a large force last summer before its strikes last June against sites in Iran.

The White House announced last Thursday that President Trump and his team are closely monitoring developments in Iran, and stressed that "all options regarding Tehran remain on the table."    link

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Saturday Morning 1-24-26

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Global Equity Fund Inflows Collapse as Investors Pivot to Safety

Capital quietly abandons risk assets, signaling deeper stress beneath global markets.

Overview

Global investor sentiment shifted sharply as geopolitical uncertainty intensified, triggering a dramatic slowdown in equity fund inflows. Weekly global equity inflows plunged from approximately $45 billion to just $9 billion, reflecting rising risk aversion tied to renewed U.S. trade disputes, diplomatic frictions, and mounting macroeconomic instability.

At the same time, safe-haven assets surged in demand, with gold and precious metals funds attracting significant new capital as investors prioritized preservation over growth.

Key Developments

• Equity inflows dropped nearly 80% week-over-week, a sharp reversal in global risk appetite

• Escalating trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty weighed on growth expectations

• Gold and precious metals funds gained inflows, reinforcing safe-haven demand

• Bond and defensive allocations increased as investors repositioned portfolios

Why It Matters

This shift reflects more than short-term volatility. Capital flows act as early warning indicators, and the move away from equities suggests institutional investors are bracing for policy shocks, liquidity tightening, and systemic recalibration.

When global money retreats from growth assets, it signals expectations of:

• Slower economic expansion

• Increased financial stress

• Potential monetary intervention

Such conditions often precede structural changes in monetary and fiscal frameworks.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Periods of risk-off capital rotation historically align with currency realignments and revaluation windows. As investors favor tangible and defensive assets, confidence in existing fiat structures weakens, strengthening the case for currency resets, asset-backed valuation mechanisms, or revised exchange regimes.

Foreign currency holders waiting for higher valuation scenarios often see these moments as positioning phases, not endpoints.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Confirms a transition from growth chasing to capital protection

• Reinforces gold’s role as a neutral anchor asset

• Signals increasing strain on equity-driven liquidity models

• Aligns with broader movement toward monetary system restructuring

When capital stops chasing returns and starts seeking shelter, the system is telling you something.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News

Sources

• Reuters -- Global equity fund inflows slow on geopolitical uncertainties

• Bloomberg via The Economic Times – “U.S. Equity Funds See Outflows on Geopolitical Worries”
  

Davos 2026: Carney Flags Dollar Decline as BRICS Influence Accelerates

Middle powers warned the old financial order is fracturing in real time

Overview

At the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, Mark Carney delivered a stark warning that global finance is no longer in transition but in rupture. His remarks focused on accelerating dollar vulnerability, the weaponization of economic integration, and the growing influence of BRICS-led alternatives shaping a multipolar financial order.

Carney’s speech underscored how trade, payments infrastructure, and reserve assets are being re-engineered as trust in the post-WWII system erodes.

Key Developments

• Dollar dominance questioned as sanctions, tariffs, and policy unpredictability reshape capital flows

• BRICS momentum accelerates, shifting from discussion to technical implementation

• CBDC interoperability proposals emerge as alternatives to dollar-based settlement systems

• Gold accumulation surges, reflecting hedging against financial weaponization

• Middle powers coordinate to reduce dependence on hegemonic bilateral negotiations

Why It Matters

• The rules-based order is fragmenting even inside traditional Western forums

• Dollar leverage weakens as nations pursue parallel systems, not outright replacement

• Trade, payments, and reserves are increasingly decoupled from U.S. control

• Reset dynamics now unfold incrementally, not through formal declarations

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

• Dollar dilution often precedes repricing of alternative currencies and assets

• Gold-backed or commodity-linked reserves benefit during confidence transitions

• Multipolar settlement systems increase demand for non-USD instruments

• Currency holders positioned early may benefit as reserve realignment unfolds

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Monetary Architecture Realignment
Carney’s remarks reinforce that reserve diversification, CBDC experimentation, and gold accumulation are no longer fringe ideas — they are policy responses to systemic stress.

Pillar 2: Power Shift Through Infrastructure
Rather than confronting the dollar directly, BRICS and middle powers are building around it, weakening dominance through adoption of alternative rails.

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

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Watcher.Guru – “Davos 2026: Carney Flags Dollar Fall, BRICS Gain Influence”

• The Guardian – “Davos 2026: Global Leaders Warn of Fracturing World Order”

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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.

Our mission here is different:   • No dates • No rates • No hype • No gurus

Instead, we focus on:
• Verifiable developments • Institutional evidence
• Global financial structure • Where countries actually sit in the process

Currency value changes only come after sovereignty, trade, banking, settlement systems, and fiscal coordination are in place. History and institutions confirm this sequence.

You will see silence. You will see denials. That is not delay — that is discipline.

Protect your identity. Organize your documents.       Verify everything.
Never hand your discernment to anyone who cannot show proof.

You deserve truth — not timelines.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Saturday Morning 1-24-26

Is The Era Of The Dollar Over? Shocking Messages From The Davos Forum

Money and Business     Economy News - Follow-up   The World Economic Forum in Davos revealed a growing rift in economic relations between traditional allies, amid an unprecedented escalation in political and economic rhetoric, bringing back to the forefront a fundamental question: Is the world witnessing the end of the unipolar economic system?

During the forum, US President Donald Trump made strongly worded statements towards Europe, attacking European policies and directly demanding the abandonment of Greenland, in a move that strongly brought the issue of tariffs and trade tensions back to the forefront.

Trump's message was clear and unequivocal: "America First," as he stressed that protecting the American economy had become a top priority, even if it led to economic tension with the closest allies in the European continent.

According to observers, trade is no longer just an economic tool for the US administration, but has become a means of national security, used to exert pressure and redraw the global balance of power.

 Shocking European Response From Davos

In contrast, the European response was swift and this time harsh and unprecedented.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has explicitly called for Europe to break free from the dominance of the dollar, in a clear indication of a need to rethink the foundations of the global monetary system.

This stance was not limited to Europe alone, but was echoed in Canada, one of the strongest allies of the United States, where Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, known for his deep economic background, expressed a similar view calling for a reduction in excessive dependence on the dollar.

Back To The Roots: Bretton Woods And The Nixon Shock

To understand the current situation, economists look back to the period after World War II, when the global economic system was formed through the Bretton Woods Agreement, which placed the dollar at the heart of the global monetary system and linked the world's economies to the United States.

This system continued for decades, until Nixon's shock in 1971, when he broke the dollar's link to gold, radically changing the rules and building global stability on trust instead of solid guarantees.

 A New Test For The Global System

Today, this historical stability appears to be being tested once again. What the world is witnessing is not a passing disagreement between allies, but a comprehensive rethinking of the shape of the global economic order, the role of the dollar, and the limits of American influence.

Analysts believe that the next phase may witness a gradual shift towards a multipolar economic system, in which centers of power are distributed among more than one currency and more than one economic axis.

In a rapidly changing world, understanding major trends early on becomes a crucial factor in seizing opportunities and avoiding risks.

The most important question remains: Are we witnessing the beginning of the end of American economic hegemony? Or just a temporary rebalancing?     https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=64905

Dollar Opens Higher In Baghdad, Erbil

Economy & Business   2026-01-24 03:27    Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil  On Saturday, the US dollar traded higher in Baghdad and Erbil, rising by 100 Iraqi dinars compared with the previous session.

According to a Shafaq News market survey, the dollar traded in Baghdad’s Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya central exchanges at 148,000 dinars per 100 dollars, up from 147,900 dinars recorded in the previous session.

In the Iraqi capital, exchange shops sold the dollar at 148,500 dinars and bought it at 147,500 dinars, while in Erbil, selling prices stood at 147,950 dinars and buying prices at 147,850 dinars. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-opens-higher-in-Baghdad-Erbil

Gold Prices Steady In Baghdad, Climb In Erbil

2026-01-24 04:26   Shafaq News– Baghdad/ Erbil   Gold prices held steady in Baghdad on Saturday while edging higher in Erbil, according to a survey by Shafaq News Agency.

Wholesale prices on Baghdad’s Al-Nahr Street saw 21-carat foreign gold —Gulf, Turkish, and European— selling at 1.015 million dinars per mithqal, with buying prices at 1.011 million dinars, unchanged from Thursday.

21-carat Iraqi gold sold at 985,000 dinars per mithqal, while buying prices stood at 981,000 dinars, the correspondent said.

At retail jewelry shops in Baghdad, selling prices for 21-carat foreign gold ranged between 1.015 million and 1.025 million dinars per mithqal, while Iraqi gold sold between 985,000 and 995,000 dinars.

In Erbil, gold prices rose, with 22-carat selling at 1.095 million dinars, 21-carat at 1.045 million dinars, and 18-carat at 895,000 dinars, according to local traders. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-prices-steady-in-Baghdad-climb-in-Erbil-0

Basrah Crudes Post Weekly Gains On Trump Iran Threats

2026-01-24 02:00   Shafaq News– Basrah   Iraq’s Basrah Heavy and Basrah Medium crude grades ended the week with gains, despite both closing lower in Friday’s session.

Basrah Heavy fell by 92 cents in its final Friday trade to $59.74 a barrel, but still recorded a weekly gain of 86 cents, or 1.46%. Basrah Medium also declined by 92 cents on Friday to $62.19 a barrel, while posting a stronger weekly increase of $1.74, or 2.88%.

Global oil prices rose over the week after US President Donald Trump said Washington had a “massive fleet” heading toward Iran, while warning Tehran against killing protesters or resuming its nuclear program. Brent crude and US West Texas Intermediate both ended the week up about 1.6% https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Basrah-crudes-post-weekly-gains-on-Trump-Iran-threats

Iraq Pushes Back On ISIS Transfers, Urges EU Burden-Sharing

2026-01-24 04:00   Shafaq News– Baghdad   Iraq will not shoulder the security and financial costs of receiving thousands of ISIS detainees transferred from Syria alone, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said on Saturday, as the first group of prisoners entered Iraqi custody.

According to a statement from the Iraqi Foreign Ministry, Hussein told European Commission Vice-President Kaja Kallas during a phone call that responsibility for the detainees must be shared among all countries involved, particularly those whose nationals are among the prisoners.

The transfers follow a US-led operation launched this week by United States Central Command (CENTCOM), which began relocating ISIS detainees from Syria to Iraqi facilities. The first batch included 150 prisoners, with up to 7,000 expected to be moved in stages.

The move comes amid mounting concerns over prison security in northeastern Syria after renewed clashes between Syrian government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which have strained detention sites holding ISIS members.

Transfers accelerated after shifts in territorial control, as the SDF handed over several detention facilities to government forces under a political arrangement, raising fears about the stability of prisons previously secured by the group.

Hussein urged Europe to take a more active role in supporting talks between Damascus and the SDF to stabilize detention sites and prevent further escapes or unrest, the statement said. https://www.shafaq.com/en/Iraq/Iraq-pushes-back-on-ISIS-transfers-urges-EU-burden-sharing      

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Exchange Rate-Reform-Integration-In the Making

MilitiaMan and Crew: IQD News Update-Exchange Rate-Reform-Integration-In the Making

1-23-2026

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Why Biggest Money in the World Is Demanding Physical Gold & Silver? Massive Contagion Risk Looming?

Why Biggest Money in the World Is Demanding Physical Gold & Silver? Massive Contagion Risk Looming?

Miles Franklin Media:  1-22-2026

Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief, Miles Franklin Media, is joined by Andy Schectman, Founder & CEO of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, as gold surges toward $5,000 an ounce and silver pushes toward $100.

But the real story isn’t price. It’s delivery.

In this episode of The Real Story, Michelle and Andy break down why the biggest money in the world is no longer trading paper metals and instead standing for physical delivery of gold and silver in record volumes.

 COMEX deliveries are reaching historic levels, Shanghai silver is trading at persistent premiums, and institutions that once dismissed metals are quietly repositioning.

 From COMEX and London vault drains, to Davos discussions of Bretton Woods and reserve currency dependency, to rising risks of a failure-to-deliver scenario that could trigger systemic contagion – this conversation connects the dots the mainstream continues to ignore.

In this episode:

Why COMEX delivery volumes matter more than price

What “standing for delivery” actually means and why it’s different this time

Why silver is being repriced as a strategic and critical metal

The growing gap between paper markets and physical reality

What happens if physical demand overwhelms paper supply

Whether gold is quietly re-monetizing as a reserve asset

00:00 Introduction & Market Overview

 02:28 Interview with Andy Schectman

 03:18 Comex Market Dynamics

06:10 Physical Delivery & Market Implications

29:09 Global Geopolitical & Economic Shifts

35:28 Gold's Role in Global Finance

37:08 The Shift Away from the Dollar

41:46 The Future of Gold & Silver

47:38 Global Monetary Order & Capital Wars

57:54 Investment Strategies in Precious Metals

01:03:40 Conclusion & Final Thoughts

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Bix Weir-Economic Transition Is Going To Change The World, Silver Is Vital To The Future

Bix Weir -  Economic Transition Is Going To Change The World, Silver Is Vital To The Future

X22 Report:  1-23-2026

Silver, often overshadowed by gold in mainstream financial discussions, is positioned as a profoundly undervalued asset due to decades of market manipulation by powerful entities like JP Morgan through tactics such as "Operation Silver Slam" and naked shorts on the COMEX.

According to Bix Weir, this rigging has suppressed silver's true price, but its critical role in emerging technologies, particularly solar energy where demand has surged over 400% in recent years with new innovations like TOPCon cells requiring more silver per watt, underscores its misallocation and potential as an unparalleled investment.

Weir envisions a future where a global market meltdown forces reforms, meeting 17 key requirements for a freely traded silver market, allowing its value to soar in a post-cabal economy, while X22 Report highlights silver alongside gold as key indicators of shifting financial control away from central banks.

The economic transition unfolding globally is depicted as a battle between the failing old guard of central banks and a rising new system championed by figures like Trump, who is implementing tariffs, exposing fraud, and targeting the Federal Reserve for dismantlement.

X22 Report portrays this shift as the exposure and collapse of the Great Reset agenda—characterized by scams like the green new deal that have devastated economies such as Germany's with soaring energy costs and remote control over infrastructure—contrasted with the Great Awakening, where unity, accountability, and reversals like domestic oil discoveries and deportation policies lower costs and reclaim national sovereignty.

Bix Weir complements this by tying silver's liberation from manipulation to broader financial reforms, predicting that by 2026, these changes will redefine everything as manipulated structures crumble and precious metals signal the end of centralized control.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Afternoon 1-23-26

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First Trilateral Peace Talks Set for UAE as Ukraine, US, and Russia Prepare to Meet

High-stakes diplomacy begins amid war and unresolved territorial tensions

Overview

Ukraine, the United States, and Russia are preparing for a first-ever trilateral meeting in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced. The talks are scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi across two days, with discussions expected to focus on the ongoing war in Ukraine, security guarantees, and the contentious Donbas territorial dispute. There is no detailed public agenda yet, and outcomes remain unconfirmed, but the development marks a rare direct diplomatic engagement between the three parties since the war began in 2022.

Key Developments

• Zelenskyy confirmed the trilateral talks will be held in Abu Dhabi on January 23–24 at a technical negotiation level with U.S. and Russian delegations.

• The discussions are described as the first of their kind in the UAE, with representatives from military and security sectors expected to participate.

• While Zelenskyy emphasized that the Donbas issue will be “key” to talks, no official agenda or diplomatic text has been released.

• Russia, Ukraine, and U.S. envoys have stated they are willing to talk about territorial modalities and security frameworks, but full agreement remains distant.

Why It Matters

• Direct engagement between Kyiv, Washington, and Moscow is rare and represents a significant diplomatic step in efforts to end the war.

• The territorial dispute over Donbas is central to the conflict and remains a core sticking point that could determine whether negotiations progress.

• No agenda or confirmed outcomes indicate that these talks are exploratory and may or may not yield concrete agreements.

• The UAE’s role as host reflects its growing position as a mediator in complex international conflicts.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

• Geopolitical conflict — especially one involving major powers — can shift investor confidence and safe-haven demand quickly, influencing currency valuations.

• Progress or breakdown in talks could affect risk sentiment, with implications for the U.S. dollar, euro, Russian ruble, and Ukrainian currency stability.

• A breakthrough could ease military spending pressures and reduce volatility in energy markets, which historically tie closely to currency flows.

• The Global Reset narrative often accelerates when major geopolitical disputes enter substantive diplomacy, even if early meetings produce limited outcomes.

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Geopolitical Realignment

The trilateral talks signal a new phase of direct engagement, potentially reshaping alliances and diplomatic power balances in a world where traditional multilateral systems have struggled to halt conflict.

Pillar 2: Monetary and Risk Sentiment Dynamics

Conflict negotiations involving superpowers can rapidly influence currency reserve behaviors, safe-haven flows, and cross-border capital movement, especially if markets perceive shifts in geopolitical risk profiles.

This is not just a meeting — it’s a structural test of whether diplomacy can alter entrenched conflict dynamics.

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Sources

• The Guardian – “Ukraine war briefing: Russians must compromise, Zelenskyy says as envoys race to Abu Dhabi”

• Reuters – “Russia, Ukraine to tackle land dispute at UAE talks; no sign of compromise”

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BRICS Central Banks Overtake U.S. Treasuries With Gold Holdings

Gold quietly replaces bonds as the world’s preferred reserve anchor

Overview

Foreign central banks — led by BRICS nations — now hold more gold by value than U.S. Treasuries for the first time since 1996, marking a historic shift in global reserve strategy. Accelerated gold accumulation reflects rising concern over dollar exposure, sanctions risk, and long-term fiat credibility, even as Treasuries remain in use for liquidity management.

Key Developments

• Central bank gold holdings reached approximately $4 trillion in January 2026, surpassing $3.9 trillion in U.S. Treasury holdings

• BRICS nations purchased over 1,000 tonnes of gold since 2022, bringing collective holdings above 6,000 tonnes

• Gold prices surged to record highs, nearly doubling in value since 2022

• Reserve diversification is driven by geopolitical risk, trade conflict, and sanctions exposure, not yield considerations

• U.S. Treasuries remain widely used, but no longer dominate reserve growth trends

Why It Matters

• Gold overtaking Treasuries signals a structural shift in how safety is defined

• Reserve managers are prioritizing sovereign neutrality over yield

• The dollar’s role is being hedged, not abandoned, through parallel reserve strategies

• This transition weakens the U.S. advantage of financing deficits through foreign bond demand

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

• Reserve diversification historically precedes currency realignment

• Reduced Treasury reliance increases demand for non-USD settlement currencies

• Gold-backed confidence strengthens currencies linked to commodity exporters

• Foreign currency holders benefit as multipolar reserve structures emerge

• These shifts align directly with Global Reset timing mechanics

Implications for the Global Reset

Pillar 1: Reserve Asset Realignment
Gold’s rise above Treasuries reflects a measurable move away from debt-based reserve dominance toward tangible asset anchoring, a core reset mechanism.

Pillar 2: Monetary Sovereignty Defense
By holding gold instead of bonds, central banks reduce exposure to foreign political leverage, reinforcing national control over monetary stability.

This is not speculation — it is institutional repositioning.

When bonds wobble, gold remembers its job

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Sources

• Watcher.Guru – “BRICS: Foreign Central Banks Hold More Gold Than US Treasuries”

• World Gold Council – “Central Bank Gold Reserves and Global Trends”

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How And Where To Sell Gold Coins For The Best Price

How And Where To Sell Gold Coins For The Best Price

With gold at record prices, now is the time to sell. Most coins are sold just for their weight and purity, but some collectible coins are worth more for their rarity, collectability, history and other extrinsic qualities.

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Whether you are a collector, investor, or inheritor of gold coins, now is a great time to sell, with gold prices at all-time highs and many people in need of cash thanks inflation and a lousy job market.

Unlike scrap jewelry, bullion or dental gold, coins are minted and typically stored as an investment or in some cases, a rare collector's item. Most coins are sold just for their weight and purity, but some collectible coins are worth significant money also for their rarity, collectability, history and other extrinsic qualities.

Bottom line up front: Best way to sell gold coins

In this post, we'll explain why we recommend either a local pawn shop (and how to find a good one) or online gold buyer Cash for Gold USA as our most trusted sources for buying most gold coins, jewelry and other precious metals and stones.

If you need more information, read on — we answer common questions about selling gold coins: How do you actually sell a gold coin, anyway? Who buys them, and how much are they worth? We answer these questions and more below:

How to sell gold coins

1. Learn about the value of your gold coins

If you don’t know what you’re selling, it’ll be very easy to be ripped off by the buyer. Is your gold coin simply bullion, worth its weight and purity at today's value — or is it a rare collectible? These posts can help you understand the value of your coins:

Start with a Google search, look through listings on ebay and coin collector sites and familiarize yourself with what you have. Understand the markings on your gold to help understand the purity. The 2026 Red Book Handbook of U.S. Coins Paperback and Price Guide is the Bible of coin collecting.

You might want to invest in a digital scale to understand the exact weight of your coin.

2. Check today’s gold price

As of January 11, 2026, gold was near record highs at $4,518.40.

At a minimum, your gold coins will always be worth at least the value of the gold that they contain. This will depend on the purity of the metal and the weight of the coin. Once you know this information, which you can find with a quick Google search about the coin, you should be able to quickly figure out the rough value of the coin.

An appraisal from a local jeweler or coin dealer can help further, especially if you believe your coin is rare.

These are some common gold coins in the United States and their value based on current gold prices as of January 11, 2026:

Gold Coin Approx. Market Value

American Gold Eagle $4,518

American Buffalo $4,518

Canadian Gold Maple Leaf $4,518

Indian Head Gold Eagle $2,259

South African Krugerrand $4,518

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BRICS Shocks the World, New Digital Currency Changes Everything

BRICS Shocks the World, New Digital Currency Changes Everything

Dark Span:   1-22-2026

January 2026 will be etched in history as a pivotal moment in the evolution of the global economic landscape.

The BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—unveiled a groundbreaking digital currency, aptly named the “unit,” designed to revolutionize international trade and finance.

This bold move not only signifies a significant shift away from the US dollar’s long-standing dominance but also marks the beginning of a new era in global economic dynamics.

The “unit” is a carefully crafted currency, with 40% of its value backed by physical gold stored in secure vaults, providing a foundation of stability and trust.

The remaining 60% is supported by a diverse basket of BRICS national currencies, including the yuan, rupee, ruble, and others, reflecting the collective economic strength and future growth potential of its member nations.

This innovative design is poised to offer a reliable alternative to the dollar, mitigating the risks associated with US dollar-denominated transactions.

The catalyst for this development can be traced back to the 2022 Ukraine conflict, which exposed the vulnerabilities of countries reliant on the US dollar-based financial system.

 The freezing of Russia’s foreign reserves by Western nations served as a wake-up call, underscoring the need for a more secure and autonomous financial framework. The BRICS nations recognized that their economic interests could no longer be held hostage by the whims of a single global currency.

The launch of the “unit” is not intended to dismantle the existing dollar-centric system but rather to provide a financial shield, enabling member countries to conduct trade without the looming threat of sanctions or asset freezes.

Russia and China have already demonstrated the viability of this concept, with approximately 90% of their bilateral trade now being conducted without the use of the dollar.

The BRICS group’s sheer scale, representing nearly half of the global population, provides the “unit” with a massive built-in user base, ensuring its immediate utility and impact.

As the currency gains traction, it is likely to have a profound effect on global gold demand, potentially driving prices to unprecedented highs as more gold is purchased to back the “unit.”

For the United States, the emergence of the “unit” poses a significant challenge to the dollar’s “exorbitant privilege.” The ability to dominate global finance, borrow cheaply, and wield sanctions as foreign policy tools is gradually being eroded.

While the dollar will not collapse overnight, the “unit” presents a credible alternative that could, over time, diminish the US’s financial dominance.

As the “unit” gains momentum, other developing nations burdened by dollar-denominated debt and exposed to geopolitical risk are likely to be drawn to this new system.

This could lead to a fragmentation of global financial influence into competing spheres, redefining the rules of international trade and finance.

However, the “unit” is not without its challenges. The BRICS members have diverse political interests, rivalries, and varying degrees of economic ties to the West, making trust and coordination complex. Managing a shared currency requires countries to relinquish some control, a difficult proposition given their pride and power.

In conclusion, the launch of the “unit” signals the beginning of a slow but profound revolution in global finance—a transition from a dollar monopoly to a competitive, multi-layered financial ecosystem.

As this development continues to unfold, it will be fascinating to observe how the global economic landscape evolves. One thing is certain, however: the rules of international trade and finance are changing, introducing new options and shifting power balances in real time.

For those interested in delving deeper into this topic, we recommend watching the full video from Dark Span, which provides further insights and information on the implications of the BRICS “unit” digital currency.

As we navigate this uncharted territory, one question remains: what does the future hold for the global economy? Will the “unit” succeed in challenging the dollar’s dominance, or will it face insurmountable hurdles?

One thing is certain—the next few years will be crucial in shaping the course of global finance. Stay tuned for further updates and analysis on this developing story.

https://youtu.be/_9Icq6NQAnc

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 01/23/2026

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 01/23/2026

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

Member: Happy Friday to everyone!

MZ: Silver is on a wild ride this morning…especially for a Friday! I am blown away by what we are seeing historically unfolding.

Member: Silver just hit $100 an oz!!!!!

Member: And Gold closing in on $5000

Member: Its a hell of a day already!

MZ: I wonder if there will be a sell off and profit taking with the $100 dollar mark.

Member: major podcasts re: silver are telling people to hold their positions

Member:  I heard banks may fail at $100…..keeping eyes open

Member: Maybe Silver hitting $100 was our starting pistol?

Member: Maybe the silver run is to prepare us emotionally and mentally for the RV?

Member: Bix Weir says silver will go to 1 to 10 with gold. Meaning one ounce of silver will have the same value as 10 ounces of gold.

MZ: On the bond side there is nothing new. There is nothing fresh on groups.

MZ:  I do have one banker/Redemption Center contact  that was told they probably wont be working Saturday….but they may need them Sunday for a few hours.

MZ: In Iraq: “ Gold is on fire globally and the Iraqi weight is breaking the million. Baghdad reshapes its reserve map with the weight of precious metal”  The Iraqi central bank thinks this is a great thing because it is increasing the strength of their reserves.  About 25% of their currency is backed by gold-according to the CBI itself.

MZ: “Trump says big force of US naval ships are heading to Iran”  Are they trying to get Iran settled in the coming days so they can include it in the reset?. Wonder what is going on?

Member: the house is about to pass the GA crypto bill

Member: Hearing GENIUS Act. Stablecoins. Pegged to the USD at 1:1.

Member: Went to USBank yesterday. Asked about their Wealth Mgmt group, and when questioned about what I wanted to discuss, they were excited to set up an appointment when I said currency exchange.

Member: Ford and General Motors receive approval from federal regulators to set up banks. Both chartered out of Utah. Are corporations going to become their own banks?

Member: Mark, Is it possible we go before the end of February?

MZ: I think there is a very good chance. I will be surprised if we don’t. Of course I have been surprised and wrong before.

Member: Hope you all are prepared for the winter storm!

Member:  Get in, Buckle Up and hang on! for the Weekend!

Member: I hope everyone had a blessed day/ weekend and everyone stay safe and warm being affected during the winter storm. thoughts and prayers out to everyone 

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