Very Short Wednesday Evening Update with MarkZ 5-4-2022
Wednesday Evening News with MarkZ 05/04/2022
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: Good Evening everyone.
MZ: Very little news on the RV front today…..no money movement yet.
MZ: I have heard some encouraging info out of Iraq as to their government and scrapping or folding into the other two one of the 3 big political blocks. This is so they can go ahead and seat a government.
MZ: So they still appear to be all hands on deck getting things done before the 7th.
MZ: This is something that very much matters to us….Article : “ Global Bond market decimated. Future performance “Policy Dependant”.” I was told years ago that the bond markets would be upside down and inverted. Decimation in the bond market was one of the things to watch for.
Member: I wonder what will be the REAL trigger for the RV?
Member: We gotta be getting close- to many things lining up for the GO!
Member: Mercury is going to be retrograde in a few days, affects computers, travel, contracts......
There was a lot of technical difficulties tonight. Blackouts, screen freezing so Mark cut the show very short,
Mod: MARK IS NOT COMING BACK GUYS! HE WILL BE BACK TOMORROW AND GO EXTRA TIME TO ANSWER QUESTIONS.
Member: Hi Mark! Have a Blessed Evening! Much Love! Thanks for trying!
Note from PDK: Please listen to the replay for all the details and entire stream….I do not transcribe political opinions, medical opinions or many guests on this stream……just RV/currency related topics.
The next stream is tomorrow at 10Am est……..
Massive News For Iraqi Dinar Investors ! The Final Steps Before the Dinar Revaluation?
The Dinar Den: 6-28-2026
The landscape of the Iraqi economy is currently undergoing a period of intense scrutiny and rapid evolution. For investors and observers, staying informed about the intersection of politics, digital infrastructure, and fiscal policy is vital.
A recent update from The Dinar Den provides a deep dive into the current state of affairs, offering a balanced perspective on what these developments mean for the future of the Iraqi dinar.
Rob Cunningham: Changing the World’s Broken Money System
6-29-2026
Changing the world’s broken money system is not like changing software.
It is more like changing the operating system of civilization while the airplane is still flying.
A debt-based fiat system depends on (con)fidence, credit expansion, centralized liquidity, sovereign bond markets, banking collateral, FX pricing, payment rails, legal definitions, and institutional trust.
Gold, Stablecoins & the Coming Financial Reset | Robert Kientz & Andy Schectman
Miles Franklin Media: 6-28-2026
Andy Schectman, President & CEO of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, speaks with Robert Kientz, Founder of The Freedom Report, about why he believes the global financial system is moving toward a major reset and why gold, silver, stablecoins, and digital money are all central to what comes next.
Kientz warns that physical demand for gold and silver is far stronger than the paper price reflects, with sovereigns and major players increasingly standing for delivery on COMEX.
KTFA:
Clare: Special forces deployed inside the Green Zone and reports of senior officials being arrested
6/27/2026
A security source reported on Sunday that special security forces were deployed inside the Green Zone in central Baghdad, coinciding with news of arrests targeting senior political officials and security personnel involved in corruption cases.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that special forces were deployed around a number of sensitive headquarters inside the Green Zone, with security measures being tightened at some entrances and roads leading to them.
Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 06/29/2026
MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions
MZ: The great corruption roundup in Iraq's Green Zone, ASYCUDA, and Iranian conflict fallout. This should make for an interesting week!
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
Housing Affordability Bill Heads to Trump as Congress Clears Major Bipartisan Reform
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed the bipartisan housing affordability bill will be delivered to President Donald Trump on Monday, reviving momentum for one of the most significant U.S. housing reform packages in decades.
Overview
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced the housing bill will be sent to President Trump on Monday after a brief delay.
The legislation passed both the House and Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support and aims to expand housing supply while lowering costs.
The bill reflects growing efforts to address America's housing affordability crisis through regulatory reform, increased construction, and limits on institutional home purchases.
TNT:
Tishwash:A high-ranking source: Several individuals accused in corruption cases were arrested based on Al-Jumaili's confessions.
A high-level source reported on Sunday that a number of suspects in corruption cases have been arrested, based on confessions made by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil, Adnan al-Jumaili.
The source told the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that “a number of individuals accused in corruption cases were arrested based on confessions made by the Deputy Minister of Oil, Adnan al-Jumaili,” noting that “the arrests included members of parliament whose immunity had been lifted and officials whose names appeared in those confessions.”
MilitiaMan & CREW IRAQ DINAR UPDATE-72 Hour Iraq Reform Surge: Arrests, CBI Aligned $30B Deal Before US Visit
6-28-2026
The Crew: Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man
No drama. No intrigue. No songs and dances. Just straight, factual news that I read and interpret to the best of my ability after being an avid Dinar investor and insanely obsessed Dinarian for over 15 years.
Follow MM on X == https://x.com/Slashn
Global Trade Enters a New Era as Tariffs Reshape the World Economy
The resurgence of tariffs is transforming international trade, signaling a shift away from decades of globalization toward a more protectionist and strategically competitive global economy.
Overview
Global tariff barriers continue rising as major economies prioritize national security and domestic industries over free trade.
The United States has expanded tariffs beyond geopolitical rivals, affecting many long-standing allies and major trading partners.
The shift is accelerating changes to supply chains, investment decisions, and the future structure of global commerce.
Ariel: How Long have you been Waiting to Hear this from Iraq?
6-28-2026
If you ever doubted this investment.
If you denounced the investors of IQD.
If you denied that any progress was being made.
If you proclaimed that this would never happen.
The US Is Doing Exactly What The British Empire Did In 1921. The Final Economic Reset
Unfolded finance: 6-28-2026
In February 1921, Chancellor Robert Horne inherited a 7% Bank Rate, two million unemployed, and £4.7 billion in war debt owed to the United States.
Britain had three choices: default, devalue, or defend the pound through deflation and accept whatever pain that defense produced. The Treasury chose deflation.
Ariel: People will Still Try to Say Nothing is Happening
6-28-2026
One of these men who were among the 15 arrested were blocking the currency revaluation. Ziad Al-Janabi. He along with others were Blocking stricter AML controls and HCL (Hydrocarbon Law) finalization kept the leaks open. Most of them had American bank accounts. These were common insurance policies by parking proceeds abroad in anticipation of any major rate adjustment or crackdown that could expose domestic holdings.
Majeed KSA: The Iraqi Dinar Needs to Rise Before Visit to D.C.
6-28-2026
The new PM in Iraq is the right man for the job.
Summary of the news for the past two days:
-ASYCUDA goes live July 10 for digital custom trading
-Iraq is going digital on July(no specific day, but it could be July 10 or before)
TNT:
Tishwash: Breaking | Entrances and exits to the Green Zone closed; footage circulating shows raids as part of a wide-ranging campaign launched by President al-Zaidi to pursue the big fish of corruption in Iraq.
Since the early hours of today (Sunday), videos and pictures have been circulating showing a heavy security presence and raids in the Green Zone in central Baghdad.
Activists and media accounts report raids and arrests carried out by elite forces led by Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Ali Faleh al-Zaidi, with the support of the Iraqi judiciary, to arrest politicians accused of major corruption cases as part of ongoing investigations into some of those recently arrested
Iran Strikes Bahrain and Kuwait as U.S. Expands Military Action Near Strait of Hormuz
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified sharply on Day 121 of the war as Iran launched attacks targeting U.S. military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait following a second consecutive day of American strikes along Iran’s southern coastline.
Overview
Iran launched missiles and drones toward U.S. military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed American strikes near the Strait of Hormuz.
Regional tensions escalated as Bahrain activated emergency sirens and Gulf states condemned the attacks.
The latest violence is placing additional pressure on the fragile U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and broader regional peace efforts.
The Future of Gold, Money & Power: Alex Deluce & Frank Giustra
6-27-2026
Frank Giustra joins me for a wide-ranging discussion on what he believes is the biggest structural shift in the global monetary system in generations.
As central banks accumulate gold at record levels, sovereign debt reaches historic highs, and de-dollarization accelerates, Frank explains why the world is entering a new era—one where hard assets, monetary history, and geopolitical power are becoming increasingly intertwined.
SEC and CFTC Seek Public Input on Unified Margin Rules as Crypto Derivatives Expand
U.S. regulators have launched a joint review of portfolio margin rules, signaling a possible shift toward a more unified regulatory framework as digital assets and multi-asset trading continue to reshape financial markets.
Overview
The SEC and CFTC have opened a 60-day public comment period on harmonizing portfolio margin rules across securities and derivatives markets.
The proposal could expand cross-margining, improve capital efficiency, and reduce regulatory fragmentation.
The review reflects the rapid growth of cryptocurrency derivatives and increasing overlap between traditional and digital financial markets.
Key Developments
Rob Cunningham: Anyone Feeling like a Pioneer?
6-27-2026
Anyone feeling like a pioneer?
The early blockchain movement days are so yesterday.
Today’s vision is far larger than early “Internet of Value” days, where discussions centered on:
Supreme Court Ruling Raises New Questions About Federal Reserve Independence
Two U.S. Supreme Court decisions have preserved the Federal Reserve's independence for now, but legal experts warn that the central bank's protection from political influence now rests on a razor-thin majority that could shift with a future Court.
Overview
The Supreme Court preserved the Federal Reserve's independence in a narrow 5-4 ruling while broadly expanding presidential authority over most independent federal agencies.
Legal scholars warn that the Fed's constitutional protections now depend on a single Supreme Court vote.
The decision introduces new long-term uncertainty for monetary policy, financial markets, and investor confidence.