US Exploring a Digital Dollar
The Nomad Economist: Premiered 11 hours ago
Last year, China launched a digital yuan pilot program. The Chinese government-backed digital currency got a boost when the country’s biggest online retailer announced the first virtual platform to accept the Chinese digital currency.
China isn’t the only government exploring the possibility of digital money.
Sweden has developed a digital currency of its own.
The European Central Bank is pushing for a digital euro.
And Russian central bank governor Elvira Nabiullina recently told CNBC that digital currency is “the future of our financial system.”
So, how long before a digital dollar comes to the United States?
Well, it’s already in the pipeline.
For the full transcript go to https://financearmageddon.blogspot.com
KTFA:
Clare: Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi Discusses Regional Developments in Phone Call with U.S. President
Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi held a phone call today, Thursday, with U.S. President Donald Trump, during which they discussed the evolving situation in the region, security developments, and prospects for the next phase.
The call also addressed the importance of coordination and consultation between the two countries regarding current challenges, as well as efforts to support regional stability and prioritize dialogue and diplomacy in addressing crises, with a view to containing tensions and preventing the conflict from spreading.
Reset Intelligence: Trump's Envoy Is Back in Baghdad.
By Reset Intelligence | @EXIT_FIAT
2 days after America voted, Trump phoned Iraq's prime minister. About an hour later his envoy, Tom Barrack, was sitting in the prime minister's office in Baghdad.
Congress changed hands this week. Washington's work on Iraq did not stop for it.
Dollar Firms Amid AI Selloff, Falling Treasury Yields
2026-11-06 03:46 Shafaq News The US dollar held firm against major currencies on Friday, drawing support from safe-haven demand after a selloff in AI stocks worldwide, though lower Treasury yields capped gains ahead of a closely watched US payrolls report.
Good Morning Dinar Recaps,
GLOBAL DEBT RESET WATCH: DEVELOPING-COUNTRY DEBT HITS RECORD $9.4 TRILLION AS BORROWING COSTS CLIMB
Developing economies are borrowing more to meet their financial needs, but rising interest costs are consuming resources needed for infrastructure, healthcare, education, and long-term economic growth.
TNT:
Tishwash: Al-Daraji: Printing approximately 5 trillion Iraqi dinars in 50,000 dinar denominations
The Secretary-General of the "Kafa" Movement, Rahim al-Daraji, revealed today, Thursday, that approximately 5 trillion Iraqi dinars in 50,000 dinar denominations have been printed.
Al-Daraji stated in a post on his social media accounts, "According to a reliable source, approximately five trillion Iraqi dinars in 50,000 dinar denominations have been printed.
KTFA
Thursday Night Video
FRANK26….11-5-26…..50k IS OK
This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only
Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie and Omar in Iraq and guests
Playback Number: 605-313-5163 PIN: 156996#
MP Reveals Error In Calculating Dollar Exchange Rate In Budget Draft
Information/Baghdad... Member of Parliament Mohammed Araboud revealed on Thursday a major error in the calculation of the dollar exchange rate in the draft federal budget law, stressing that the issue of oil revenues and the fate of those funds represents a “perennial problem” that has yet to be resolved.
Now What?
Notes From the Field By James Hockman (Simon Black / Sovereign Man) November 5, 2026
Let’s take a deep breath think clearly for a bit.
My mind usually tracks to history and seeking wisdom from the past. But we don’t have to go back very far to see a pattern.
It was only six years ago that the entire world was in the throes of the Covid insanity. In the US, lockdowns, media hysteria, mask mandates, business closures, etc. had everyone stressed to the max.
Banks, Bonds & Markets Face A Dangerous Reckoning | Alasdair Macleod
Liberty and Finance: 11-5-2026
Alasdair Macleod warns that the recent gold and silver selloff is masking a much deeper crisis: the accelerating collapse of fiat currencies.
He argues that rising energy costs, higher bond yields, and weakening consumer demand could trigger a serious economic slump, putting banks, private equity, insurance companies, and equity markets under mounting pressure.
Echo X: The New Financial System is Already Being Built
11-5-2026
THE ELECTION DOESN’T STOP WHAT’S ALREADY IN MOTION.
But understand something…
THE NEW FINANCIAL SYSTEM IS ALREADY BEING BUILT.
How To Protect Your Money From Rising Inflation
Esther Shaw Wed, October 21, 2026 a
Inflation is picking up pace once again.
Not only does this spell bad news for the cost of living, but rising prices can also have a detrimental effect on almost all areas of your finances: from your mortgage and savings to your pension.
In September, the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) measure of inflation rose to 3.5pc, up from 3.1pc the month before, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The main factor causing the rise was cost increases to motor fuels.
Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,
GLOBAL MONETARY RESET WATCH: BANK OF ENGLAND RAISES RATES TO 4% AS IRAN WAR FUELS INFLATION
The Bank of England has raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years, warning that prolonged conflict in the Middle East could keep energy prices and inflation elevated well into 2027.
Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Dr. Scott Young. 11/05/2026
MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions
MZ: White Papers" return to the headlines, Dr. Scott will join us after a short news update.
THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR GENERAL & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY&NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE ANY PROFESSIONAL, FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. PLEASE CONSIDER EVERYTHING DISCUSSED IN MARKZ’S OPINION ONLY
Ariel: Iraq is the First Domino, the Timeline for the Next 60 Days
11-5-2026
IRAQ — THE FIRST DOMINO
Iraq’s parliament is submitting their federal budget this Saturday November 7, 2026 ahead of the November 15 deadline imposed by the IMF standby arrangement. The budget contains a redenomination provision for the Iraqi dinar. This has been in negotiation for 18 months. The holdup was never political disagreement inside Iraq’s Council of Representatives.
Reset Intelligence: Treasury Flags Iran’s Money Men in Iraq
By Reset Intelligence | @EXIT_FIAT
The day after America voted, the US Treasury added a secondary-sanctions warning to Iraqis already blacklisted for moving Iran’s money. Any bank, anywhere, that still deals with them now risks its own access to US dollars.
America is still counting. Congress changed hands on Tuesday. On Wednesday morning Washington tightened Iraq’s money rails anyway.
Oil prices fall for fourth day after US elections
2026-11-05 Shafaq News Oil prices fell for a fourth day on Thursday on expectations the losses US President Donald Trump's Republican Party suffered in Congressional elections this week may reduce the risk of further escalation of the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Brent futures fell 80 cents, or 0.85% to $93.82 a barrel as of 0426 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down $1.2, or 1.36%, to $86.92. Both benchmarks tumbled by more than 8% in the previous session to settle at their lowest since August 31.
Good Morning Dinar Recaps,
GLOBAL DEBT RESET WATCH: U.S. TREASURY SIGNALS POSSIBLE CHANGES TO HOW IT FINANCES AMERICA’S GROWING DEBT
The U.S. Treasury is keeping current bond auction sizes steady for now, but a change in its guidance has opened the door to adjustments in how the government borrows money during 2027.
TNT:
Tishwash: 100 trillion dinars are circulating outside banks, and Iraqis continue to prefer cash.
Indicators from the Central Bank of Iraq showed a continued rise in the volume of currency circulating outside the banking system, reaching about 100.183 trillion dinars at the end of August 2026, despite recording a decline compared to the previous month.
According to data seen by Shafaq News Agency, the currency outside banks decreased from 100.792 trillion dinars at the end of last July to 100.183 trillion dinars at the end of August, a decrease of 609 billion dinars.
The data indicated that the total currency issued amounted to 107.998 trillion dinars at the end of August, while the currency held by banks amounted to 7.815 trillion dinars, with funds circulating outside banks constituting about 92.8% of the total currency issued.
KTFA
Wednesday Night Video
FRANK26….11-4-26…..11%
This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only
Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie and Omar in Iraq and guests
Playback Number: 605-313-5163 PIN: 156996#
Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 11/06/2026
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: It is Codeman Friday. Developments and confusion. We talk about the news and try to make it make sense. Mr. Cottrell joins us to take your questions then Lucas pops in.