News, Rumors and Opinions Saturday 8-15-2026

Reset Intelligence: Iraq Published its own Reserve Burn

8-14-2026

The Controlled Bleed

By Reset Intelligence | @EXIT_FIAT

On Tuesday, Iraq’s Finance Committee said there are 109 trillion dinars behind the country’s salaries. On Thursday, an economist read the central bank’s books in public and added the cost: roughly $7.9 billion left the reserves in July alone.

Most governments would deny that number. Baghdad answered it with paperwork.

The number they did not announce

The figure came from Manar al-Obaidi of the Future Iraq Foundation, reading the Central Bank of Iraq’s own published indicators. Net official reserves have fallen from 130 trillion dinars at the start of the year to 102 trillion, and the bank’s claims on the government have nearly doubled since early 2025. The state is borrowing from its own bank while the reserve drains, and none of it was leaked – it is sitting in public.

What moved in the same 24 hours

• One customs ledger – Baghdad and Erbil agreed to run every border crossing on the ASYCUDA digital system, non-oil revenue split 50/50. A dispute that outlived 4 governments, closed.

• WTO files finished – the Trade Ministry announced 7 major accession files complete, 175 questions answered, the goods schedule rebuilt to the current international standard.

• Weapons into law – al-Zaidi ordered the drafting of a statute placing every weapon in Iraq under exclusive state authority, then met Nouri al-Maliki over the 9 empty cabinet chairs.

• The budget clock – the 2026-2029 government programme reached parliament, carrying the budget that must print an exchange rate, drafted in September per the government’s own adviser.

• The strait written off – Treasury Secretary Bessent promised measures on Iran “never seen in history” and said the Strait of Hormuz is never going back to the way it was.

A state bleeding out hides its numbers. Iraq published its own burn, then spent the same day finishing the books its currency will be repriced on. Germany ran this exact sequence in 1948, and the money that came out of it was the strongest in Europe for 5 decades. What that pattern means for the dinar, and the order the files land in from here, is in today’s full briefing.

The bleeding stops the day the books are real. This week the books got real.

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https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/14/reset-intelligence-iraq-published-its-own-reserve-burn/

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Reset Intelligence   A country holding its currency artificially low bought $40 billion in US debt.  Why?  Back in March 2026 US Treasury data showed Iraq nearly doubled its US bond holdings in a single year.  From $23.4 billion to $40.8 billion, a 79% jump in long term bonds.  A nation does not park that much in dollar denominated debt at a fixed program rate unless it knows what that rate is becoming.  The position was the answer hiding in plain data. 

Thom  I heard someone say that if the VND goes to 20 cents, it wouldn't be worth it to them after holding it for so long... Today the value of the 1 VND is $0.00003832 USD. What percentage increase is it if it goes to 20 cents USD? Approximately 521,821%!

Stephen  How the heck is the Iraqi dinar worth 1310 dinar per US dollar with a super low inflation rate...This is my biggest argument for the Iraqi dinar revaluation.  If they wanted to cut the three zeros off and redenominate, they could have done that years ago...They have meticulously controlled their exchange rate...financial structures and mechanisms for a reason.  I believe that reason is quickly approaching.

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Iraq Dinar Liquidity Crisis! Major Iraq & Global Developments | Jon Dowling Weekly Update

8-14-2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQE6iw14qK8

Ariel: The Iraqi Dinar Revaluation is a Shifting Tectonic Plate

Ariel:  The Iraqi Dinar Revaluation is a Shifting Tectonic Plate

8-14-2026

IQD Update: This Is A Nuclear Event For Iraqi Dinar Revaluation

The rollout of the digital Iraqi Dinar across the entire country is not a banking upgrade. It’s a tectonic plate shifting. Please understand this one thing people. You cannot revalue a currency when your border revenues are fictional. ASYCUDA makes them real. That’s the mechanism.

Iraq just digitized its sovereign currency infrastructure end-to-end. The digital IQD is now live across all provinces. That means every transaction border customs, internal trade, government disbursements, oil settlements can now be tracked, reconciled, and settled on a centralized digital ledger controlled by the Central Bank of Iraq.

Do You Know How Huge This Is?

Ali Falih Alzaidy’s confirmation of water, electricity, and SpaceX digital access across Iraq is the infrastructure backbone. You can’t run a digital currency system without reliable power and connectivity. The fact that SpaceX satellite internet is providing the redundancy layer tells you this isn’t aspirational it’s operational. The grid is live. The plumbing works.

Every customs duty is logged, timestamped, and split transparently between Erbil and Baghdad. The revenue hits sovereign accounts, not militia coffers. The IMF and World Bank can verify the books. Foreign investors can trust the numbers. And critically the Central Bank of Iraq now has a defensible, auditable revenue base to justify a currency revaluation.

A lot of people are missing: Iraq just did what the U.S. Federal Reserve has been debating for five years and hasn’t done. They digitized the sovereign currency first. That means Iraq is ahead of the United States digital deployment. (Let that sink in.)

The 50-50 split matters because it removes the last political obstacle. The KRG has been fighting Baghdad over budget disputes and border revenue sharing for over a decade. By agreeing to equal split under ASYCUDA, both sides have skin in the game. Neither can sabotage the system without losing their own cut. It’s a self-enforcing compliance mechanism built on greed.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2088012131106971693

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/14/prolotario-the-iraqi-dinar-revaluation-is-a-shifting-tectonic-plate/

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 08/14/2026

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 08/14/2026

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Jon Dowling: CLARITY ACT UPDATE: Is the BIG MOVE About to Begin? | Gold Standard Return

Jon Dowling: CLARITY ACT UPDATE: Is the BIG MOVE About to Begin? | Gold Standard Return

8-14-2026

The global financial system is on the cusp of an unprecedented transformation. In a recent episode of the Jon Dowling Podcast, financial and cryptocurrency expert Rob Cunningham sat down to discuss the ongoing global financial reset.

Drawing from his extensive military background and deep financial expertise, Cunningham outlined a strategic transition away from traditional fiat currency toward a highly transparent system of sound money. This new financial paradigm is set to be backed by gold, silver, and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), signaling a massive shift in how global wealth is managed, measured, and preserved.

Throughout the interview, Cunningham analyzed the legislative, geopolitical, and economic forces driving this transition. From executive action accelerating digital asset integration to major energy breakthroughs that could lower global living costs, the podcast offers a comprehensive roadmap for navigating the incoming financial landscape.

A critical pillar of this financial transition involves structural changes within the United States regulatory framework. Cunningham highlighted the significance of regulatory directives, specifically referencing actions akin to Executive Orders 14405 and 14406. These directives establish strict timelines, including a 90-day window for the Federal Reserve to integrate cryptocurrency institutions directly into the traditional banking system.

By authorizing regulatory bodies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to proactively enforce rules under existing laws, the executive branch effectively bypasses typical congressional delays. This proactive enforcement strategy signals robust backing for digital asset adoption, positioning blockchain technology as a foundational cornerstone of the modern global economy.

To understand the necessity of this financial reset, Cunningham argued that we must first redefine our understanding of inflation. Contrary to popular belief, inflation is not naturally caused by scarcity or an increase in consumer demand. Instead, it is a direct consequence of expanding the unbacked fiat currency supply far beyond the growth of actual physical goods and services.

Cunningham described this dynamic as a form of systemic devaluation. Printing currency without tangible backing alters the crucial asset-to-currency ratio, eroding the purchasing power of everyday citizens. The solution to this systemic vulnerability lies in a tokenized stablecoin ecosystem. By utilizing transparent, immutable digital ledgers backed by verifiable real-world assets, the global economy can eliminate unchecked currency printing and restore long-term price stability.

An inevitable phase of shifting to a sound money system is a major market correction. Cunningham used the vivid analogy of shedding excess “water weight” to describe the upcoming deflation of artificially inflated asset prices. Decades of fractional reserve banking and loose monetary policies have driven stock and real estate valuations to unsustainable heights.

According to Cunningham, a significant market correction—potentially resulting in a 50% to 70% drop in stock and housing prices—should not be viewed as a systemic failure. Rather, it represents a healthy, necessary purging of artificial liquidity. While such an adjustment will undoubtedly cause short-term public concern, it is a vital step toward restoring true value.

This transition aims to move the economy away from centralized currency manipulation and toward a sovereign monetary system focused on the financial well-being of the public.

The transition to sound money is also being guided by strategic policy influencers and geopolitical realignments. Cunningham pointed to economist Judy Shelton, often referred to as a key intellectual figure or “white horse” in monetary reform circles.

Shelton’s advocacy for integrating traditional gold and silver standards with modern digital assets serves as a practical bridge between legacy systems and next-generation financial technology. Her work promotes interoperability, transparency, and high standards in international monetary policy.

On the geopolitical front, major realignments are already underway to support this economic reset.

Cunningham pointed to Iraq’s recent energy initiatives, including agreements with major energy corporations like Chevron to bypass the highly contested Strait of Hormuz. By securing stable, allied oil export routes, Iraq is distancing itself from regional proxy influences and systemic corruption. This shift aligns perfectly with global efforts to institute transparent ledger accounting, integrate resource-rich nations into the global trade market, and foster international economic stability.

Perhaps the most optimistic aspect of Cunningham’s analysis is the projected impact of new energy policies and technologies. He anticipates a dramatic 40% to 70% reduction in global energy costs, driven by a combination of decentralized energy production, strategic supply lines, and emerging technologies like micro nuclear fusion.

Because energy is a foundational cost for virtually every industry—from manufacturing to food production—a sharp decline in energy prices will naturally trigger a widespread reduction in the cost of living. Removing supply bottlenecks, such as dependency on volatile shipping lanes, will unleash global abundance.

This energy revolution, combined with an asset-backed financial system, holds the potential to spark unprecedented, sustainable economic prosperity worldwide.

The insights shared by Rob Cunningham on the Jon Dowling Podcast present a compelling look at a rapidly changing world. While the transition from an inflationary fiat system to a transparent, asset-backed digital economy may bring short-term market corrections, the long-term outlook promises greater individual sovereignty, reduced inflation, and lower costs of living. Understanding these shifts is crucial for anyone looking to secure their financial future.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mndr8Sy51aY

News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 8-14-2026

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

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR Update as of Fri. 14 Aug. 2026

Compiled Fri. 14 Aug. 2026 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Thurs. 13 Aug. 2026 GLOBAL CURRENCY RECALIBRATION AND COMMODITY BACKED MONETARY TRANSITION ACTIVATED AMID MASSIVE DEBT SYSTEM COLLAPSE …QFS Activated on Telegram

• THE NEW ECONOMIC FRAMEWORK IS ANCHORED BY HARD COMMODITY BACKING, ENSURING EVERY UNIT OF VALUE CORRESPONDS TO REAL TANGIBLE ASSETS RATHER THAN INFINITE DEBT CREATION. COMMERCIAL BANKS FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW TRANSPARENCY MANDATES ARE FACING IMMEDIATE LIQUIDITY FREEZES AND COMPLIANCE TAKEOVERS.

THIS IS THE FINAL STAGE OF THE OLD PARADIGM COLLAPSE. THE ERA OF UNBACKED PAPER DEBT IS OFFICIALLY OVER. STAY STEADY, SECURE YOUR POSITION, AND WATCH THE CHANNELS FOR THE NEXT WAVE OF VERIFIED DROPS.

Global Currency Reset:

Thurs. 13 Aug. 2026  Bruce, The Big Call The Big Call Universe (ibize.com) 667-770-1866 Three really good of Bruce’s sources said something major was going to happen on the 15th and 16th of Aug. We should get notifications then and we should start exchanges by Mon. 17 Aug. 2026.

An AI will answer your 800 number call. Then you will be referred to another number (likely based on your zip code) to make your appointment with a real person at a redemption center near you.

They only want one spouse to go to a redemption center appointment.

Bring to the Redemption Center: your currency and/or Zim bonds; a form of picture ID, some kind of utility bill that lines up with an address where you live, if you have a trust bring it, if you have a project bring a 2-3 page summary. You will have 3-5 min. to present your project. Have a number of what currency and/or Zim Bonds you have.

You can ask for the higher Contract Rate for the Dinar.

Your R&R (birth certificate, d***h certificate of a spouse, marriage certificate, interest on loans, taxes paid), DOGE and Tariff Dividend could be in your Quantum Account.

You need a 5 digit pin number, email, password, Q Card and your digital ID to get into your Quantum Account.The only reason you use your Q Card is to move money from your Quantum Account to your bank account.

You will move from your Quantum Account into your primary bank account that you need for the first 60-90 days. That money can gain interest (8% per year), while money in your Quantum account does not.

You will get a two page list of perks from Wells Fargo for being their customer.

Redemption Centers have Q phones (or a certificate for a Q phone) to give you for free.

You can ask for up to $2,500 in cash out of your account.

Thurs. 13 Aug. Wolverine Call: “Lots of movement in Reno. I know whales traveling to Reno to get paid and some whales have got paid. These are AAA whales (high level).

For some time the Iraqi Dinar has been trading upward on the back screens of the Forex.

By Jan. 1 2026 the new Dinar in-country Rate was revalued and being used within Iraq, while the fiat US Federal Dollar was outlawed in the country. From 1932 to 1949 the Iraqi Dinar was worth $4.86. Under Suddam it was $3.48.

Sources from the USA, Australia and China all confirmed that this is the week for the release. …Amiel Alston

Many reports have come in about local bank branches being converted into Exchange and Redemption Centers, with a reduction of staff and bank personnel revealing that they will no longer be functioning as a bank.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/14/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-august-14-2026/

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

Jeff  Only in the country of Iraq a 25k becomes a 25.  Outside the country when the rate goes to change, the two currencies will coexist together for a period of 25 days, giving everybody in the country and around the world 25 days to  turn in their large 3-zero notes.  Get smaller notes...if they're in country.  Outside the country we're not getting smaller notes.   We're doing a currency trade from large notes to US dollars. 

Reset Intelligence   On Wednesday, Iraq's Prime Minister told the commander of US Central Command to his face that September 30 is "final and irreversible." Hours later a US official confirmed the pullout is on track...The same week, a plane from Tehran landed in Baghdad carrying the [Iranian] Quds Force commander, unannounced, with one message for the armed factions: hand nothing over yet...Iraq's armed groups call themselves the Islamic Resistance, and a resistance needs an occupier. On October 1 there is none. What stands in front of those weapons after that is Iraq itself...

Mnt Goat  My CBI contact...reminded me that CBI also has a plan but they need a buy-in from all entities such as the World Bank, the IMF and the US Treasury to implement it. They will not allow it until certain security issues are addressed namely the militia and factions. This plan is basically the Dr Shabibi plan of 2011 and is still on the table that also will include the reinstatement of the currency for trading. She told me there are actually only two main obstacles – they need the Oil and Gas law to become law and the issue of the Iranian militia and factions inside Iraq disarmed. 

Reset Is Coming! Debt Based Fiat Collapse Ahead | Francis Hunt

Liberty and Finance : 8-12-2026

Francis Hunt, the Market Sniper, warns that the global financial system is approaching a major debt-driven crisis that could trigger a “demand destroying event” across markets.

 He argues that weakness in the U.S. Treasury market, rising interest rates, private credit risks, and excessive data-center investment are creating dangerous vulnerabilities beneath the surface.

Hunt believes gold and silver have established localized lows, but cautions investors to prepare for a potential final washout where everything gets sold before precious metals resume their larger move higher.

He also warns that as the debt system comes under increasing stress, governments could become more aggressive in taxation, capital extraction, and attempts to control private wealth.

Hunt explains why he believes physical precious metals, self-reliance, and preparation for counterparty failure could become increasingly important in the years ahead.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

0:00 Intro

1:00 Gold & silver

11:00 Debt based crisis

40:30 Last thoughts

https://youtu.be/PmjPysHU0hg?si=qcftPn7Glxpf-aZ7

Rob Cunningham: Remember When Using a Cell Phone Required a Financial Advisor?

Rob Cunningham: Remember When Using a Cell Phone Required a Financial Advisor?

8-13-2026

REMEMBER WHEN USING A CELL PHONE REQUIRED A FINANCIAL ADVISOR?

$1.25 a minute at peak.

$0.75 off-peak.

Long distance? Hold onto your wallet.

And the phone itself came in a bag approximately the size of carry-on luggage.

We thought this was advanced technology.

Then something extraordinary happened.

Networks improved. Capacity exploded. Costs collapsed. Phones became supercomputers. Metered minutes became unlimited talk, text and data.

And humanity didn’t respond to cheaper communications by communicating less.

WE WENT ABSOLUTELY BONKERS.

Billions connected.

Entire industries appeared.

Human productivity exploded.

Businesses were created that couldn’t possibly have existed under the Bag-Phone Economy.

Which raises one wonderfully uncomfortable question:

What if MONEY is standing exactly where the bag phone once stood?

Think about it.

Banking hours.

Settlement delays.

Correspondent banks.

Prefunding.

Intermediaries.

FX spreads.

Reconciliation.

Capital sitting around waiting for other capital to finish moving.

We can livestream a rocket launch from another continent while standing in a grocery-store checkout line…

… but moving our own money around Earth can still involve business days.

Seriously?

Now imagine the monetary equivalent of going from:

$1.25 PER MINUTE → UNLIMITED EVERYTHING.

24/7/365 settlement.

Interoperable DLT networks.

Sovereign digital currencies.

Real-time global liquidity.

Tokenized real-world assets.

Verifiable reserves.

Real ownership.

Sound-money principles.

Capital moving at something approaching the speed of information.

And potentially billions of humans, businesses and machines connected to the same emerging Internet of Value.

That’s the rabbit hole I went down.

And the deeper I went, the more fascinating the comparison became.

Because the biggest consequence of cellular technology wasn’t cheaper phone calls.

It was everything humanity invented after communication became abundant.

So perhaps the biggest consequence of next-generation monetary infrastructure won’t be cheaper payments either.

Perhaps it will be everything humanity creates when VALUE becomes radically easier to own, exchange, settle and put productively to work.

That is the distinction between what I call:

THE BAG-PHONE ECONOMY
and
THE REAL-MONEY ECONOMY

One rationed communications by the minute.

The other asks whether we’re about to stop rationing the movement and productive usefulness of value through yesterday’s financial plumbing.

And if the cellular transformation produced extraordinary increases in adoption, entrepreneurship, productivity and global commerce…

what happens when the infrastructure being transformed isn’t merely the telephone network – but MONEY itself?

Now that is worth thinking about.

Grab a coffee. Bring your curiosity. Leave a little room for your assumptions to get uncomfortable.

Read my full comparison of the “Bag-Phone Economy” and our emerging “Real-Money Economy” unfolding before the world’s eyes.

You don’t have to agree with the thesis.

Just answer one question when you’re finished:

If the smartphone made the bag phone look prehistoric…what will tomorrow’s monetary network make today’s banking system look like?

Source(s):
• https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2087628706722332894

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/13/rob-cunningham-remember-when-using-a-cell-phone-required-a-financial-advisor/

Ariel: The Zimbabwe Conundrum, Addressing Core Concerns (and more)

Ariel:  The Zimbabwe Conundrum, Addressing Core Concerns

8-13-2026

The Zimbabwe Conundrum : Addressing Core Concerns That Have Worn Down Interest

Task Schema At Hand

What We Will Address

1. We will open with the core tension demonetization as “permanent” vs. the historical record of political settlements overriding legal extinguishment

2. Deepen the ZIM gray zone analysis what RBZ actually said vs. what they didn’t file, bearer clause implications

3. Expand historical precedent beyond what we already covered add we will add cases we didn’t mention to show the pattern is even broader.

4. Address the skeptics claim about IMF/World Bank/BIS not maintaining registries flip it: that’s precisely WHY the gray zone exists

5. Connect to the GCR framework 20 currencies, regime change conditions, why ZIM notes occupy unique structural position

6. Close with forward-looking analysis on what conditions would trigger a political settlement override for ZIM specifically

The Global Currency Framework

Within the context of a systemic monetary restructuring a Global Currency Reset involving 20 currencies, a gold revaluation, new SEC cryptocurrency rules, and the Clarity Act the ZIM note question takes on a different character.

Under regime change conditions, the political settlement mechanism activates. The notes that exist in the gray zone become candidates for resolution precisely because the system itself is being restructured.

The 20 currencies positioned for transformation IQD, VND, IRR, ZIM notes, Indonesian rupiah, Venezuelan bolivar, and others share common structural features: undervaluation driven by political instability, hyperinflation history, demonetization events, and connection to regimes that have undergone or are undergoing fundamental change.

Each note represents a claim against a monetary system that the current global financial architecture is preparing to reprice.

The Iraqi dinar revaluation operates on similar logic. The old Saddam dinar was demonetized in 2003. The new dinar was issued. But the revaluation question is not about the old notes it is about the new notes being repriced under a restructured global monetary regime.

The political settlement there involves Iraq’s sovereignty being recognized through a currency value that reflects actual resource backing rather than sanctions-era suppression.

Read Full Article:
https://www.patreon.com/Prolotario1/posts/zimbabwe-core-166519059

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/13/prolotario-the-zimbabwe-conundrum-addressing-core-concerns/

Ariel:  Confusion around Zim Notes, Big Things are Happening

8-13-2026

We Are Going To Demystify The Confusion Around The Zim-Notes Today

One other thing I want to say about the Zimbabwe notes. Bearer instruments are not ordinary currency in the technical sense. A bearer bond, bearer cheque, or bearer note carries an embedded sovereign promise the issuing authority obligates itself to the holder of the instrument, whosoever that holder may be.

 Demonetization removes the note from active circulation. It does not adjudicate the sovereign obligation underneath.

This is why I tell people to hold them. Because the political climate is changing. And we are moving into a entire new system. These are still solid holdings.

Let Me Tell You Why

The RBZ demonetized the Zimbabwe dollar in 2015, then again carried through a multi-currency framework, and later reintroduced a new Zimbabwe dollar in 2019. At no point during any of these transitions did Zimbabwe file a formal instrument of repudiation with the IMF, the World Bank, or the Bank for International Settlements regarding the bearer obligations embedded in the original note series specifically the 2008 AA series and the 2008-2009 special agro-cheques.

If no international body maintains a registry, then no international body has formally extinguished the obligation either. The note exists in a jurisdictional void not circulating, not adjudicated, not repudiated through any formal multilateral process.

Iraq is moving

SEC is moving.

Money is moving.

Do you all understand what is about to occur?

We have waited years to get to this point.

We have lost many people along the way.

Now you stand at the threshold of an entire new life.

There is no denying what is now directly in your face.

People are on edge more than they have ever been.

You have been granted this opportunity to change history.

Now you have everything working in your favor.

Are you ready to step into the future and reclaim your life?

What better time is there right now than to reassess how we view ourselves or the world in general from this point?

Most of you never thought you would even get this far due to many reasons seen & unseen. You still stand.

Your health. Your strength. Your skills. Your patience have all been tested to its limits. Will that change? No.

We are in crunch mode.

We are in a pressure cooker.

We are in a battle for our survival.

Follow through with your goals.

Follow through with your promise to others.

Follow through with your faith with God.

Everything will fall in favor with your path forward to discover what has been hidden.

~We Have So Much To Look Forward To

Big Things Are Happening:

Note – The cascade mechanism IQD RVs, which forces the settlement framework activation for VND, ZIM, etc. because the legal infrastructure (Clarity Act, SEC crypto rules, gold revaluation) has to be in place first for the cascade to execute without market chaos.

Why now?

The Clarity Act framework, SEC crypto reclassification, and gold revaluation have to be positioned first. You can’t RV one currency in isolation without the settlement infrastructure in place for the cascade. IQD is the trigger the other currencies are the charges wired to the same circuit.

When IQD redenominates then revalues, it doesn’t just move on a screen. It activates pre-positioned settlement frameworks.

Do not be surprised that the VND could possibly go within 72 hrs. Because I will be honest with you. Vietnam has been ready since 2015.

Watcher.Guru:JUST IN: SEC prepares "innovation exemption" to allow 24/7 blockchain trading of tokenized stocks.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2087530542539440333
• https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2087536737115419015
• https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2087584720204836920

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/13/prolotario-confusion-around-zim-notes-big-things-are-happening/

Businessman Breaks Down the Dinar RV Timeline

Businessman Breaks Down the Dinar RV Timeline

The Dinar Den:  8-12-2026

For over a decade, the Iraqi dinar has remained a subject of intense interest for global market observers, history buffs, and private currency enthusiasts alike. The concept of monetary reform in a nation transitioning from decades of conflict to global economic integration is a fascinating study of international relations, macroeconomics, and fiscal policy.

In a recent, highly detailed conversation, veteran market observers Stephen and David shared their personal journeys, deep research, and nuanced perspectives on the Iraqi dinar’s potential path toward international revaluation.

Having tracked these developments since roughly 2010, both commentators stress that their insights represent informed opinions based on years of analysis, rather than formal financial advice. Their discussion provides a valuable roadmap for understanding the complex web of geopolitical and economic factors shaping Iraq’s monetary future.

Every observer’s interest in the Iraqi dinar begins with a unique spark. For David, his journey started through a faith-based introduction during a Bible study group in 2010. What began as an intriguing conversation quickly evolved into a dedicated pursuit of knowledge. Over the years, this curiosity drove him to dive deep into historical monetary precedents, international law, and political developments.

This evolution from a casual listener to a rigorous researcher is common among long-term observers of Iraq’s economy. Understanding the Iraqi dinar requires looking far beyond basic currency charts; it demands an appreciation of how history, sovereign governance, and international banking systems intersect.

Both Stephen and David emphasize that successful observation relies on separating emotional speculation from verifiable, structural milestones.

A significant portion of the discussion centers on the heavy involvement of international entities in Iraq’s financial restructuring. Since the early 2000s, the United States, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the U.S. Treasury have played pivotal roles in guiding Iraq’s monetary policy and governance framework.

This global supervision is designed to transition Iraq’s financial sector into alignment with international standards. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has worked closely with these foreign agencies to reform political appointments, combat illicit capital flight, and build a transparent financial infrastructure.

For investors tracking potential currency shifts, the progress of these institutional reforms serves as a crucial barometer, showing that Iraq’s monetary destiny is deeply tied to its relationships with global financial institutions.

While international guidance is vital, Iraq’s internal legislative and structural reforms are equally critical. A major focal point of Stephen and David’s analysis is the stalled Hydrocarbon Law (HCL).

 This proposed legislation aims to establish a transparent, unified system for distributing Iraq’s vast oil revenues among its various regions, including Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). The passage of the HCL is widely regarded as a foundational economic step that could stabilize the domestic economy and provide the fiscal backing necessary for broader currency reforms.

Simultaneously, Iraq is undergoing a massive push toward modernizing its domestic financial infrastructure. Historically a cash-dominated economy, the country is rapidly adopting electronic payment systems, digital banking platforms, and stricter auditing processes. This modernization reduces reliance on physical banknotes, improves tax collection, and aligns domestic banking practices with the global SWIFT network—all essential steps for any currency seeking international trade status.

No discussion of Iraq is complete without addressing its complex regional dynamics. Stephen and David touch upon the intricate relationship between Iraq and its neighbors, particularly Iran, and how regional conflicts influence economic stability. Crucially, they point out that regional tensions and geopolitical friction do not necessarily block a country’s economic or monetary progress. Historically, nations have successfully restructured their currencies amidst complex regional environments when backed by major global powers.

Furthermore, the conversation connects Iraq’s local reforms to broader global shifts. The rise of digital currencies, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and macroeconomic trends—such as the recent instability of the Japanese yen—highlight the fluid nature of today’s global financial system. Iraq’s efforts to stabilize and strengthen its currency are unfolding against a backdrop of worldwide monetary evolution.

The overarching takeaway from Stephen and David’s discussion is a call for patience, emotional discipline, and grounded analysis. The path of monetary reform is rarely linear, and the timing of a potential currency adjustment remains highly uncertain.

Navigating this space requires filtering out sensationalized rumors and focusing on tangible economic indicators, official central bank announcements, and verified geopolitical developments.

By understanding the historical context and the complex global forces at play, observers can maintain a balanced, informed perspective on Iraq’s ongoing economic transformation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjMZ5QFiO5I

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ. 08/13/2026

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ. 08/13/2026

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MZ:  Customs agreements, WTO, and national sovereignty dominate Iraqi news. PapaDave couldn't join us this morning. Stacie talks health after the news. 

MZ: The bond update is there is great expectations for this evening. Many say today is the day…. One is expecting full payment this evening. This is spendable funds….not just seeing it.

MZ: This is the Nesara bill that was posted long ago from the 108th congress. You should all save this- it is hard to find.   https://www.docdroid.net/O1StJEB/nesara-pdf

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News, Rumors and Opinions Thursday 8-13-2026

Stephanie Starr: September 30th to October 1st, Watch the Timing

8-12-2026

SEPTEMBER 30 → OCTOBER 1. WATCH THE TIMING.

Iraq is reaffirming September 30 as the end of the U.S.-led Coalition’s military mission, with October 1 beginning what Iraqi leadership calls a “new phase” focused on sovereignty, security, economic development and prosperity.

October 1 is ALSO:

• Day 1 of the U.S. government’s Fiscal Year 2027

• The beginning of the final, intense stretch toward the November 3 U.S. midterm elections

• Marks the 3 yr anniversary of the USDEBTCLOCK’S “Secret Window” graphics that have been eluding to a new monetary system.

And this is happening while Iraq continues banking and financial reforms and pushes toward greater international economic integration.

For those following the Global Currency Reset, October has long been a period of speculation. Could Iraq’s transition toward full sovereignty and deeper integration into the global financial system eventually include a change in the IQD’s exchange-rate regime or value?

Still, the timing is fascinating:

• Sept. 30: one chapter closes.

• Oct. 1: a new fiscal year and a “new phase” for Iraq begin.

Sovereignty …Stability …Investment …Economic integration …Currency reform

October is looking VERY interesting.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/StephanieStarrC/status/2087591142632067374

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/13/stephanie-starr-september-30th-to-october-1st-watch-the-timing/

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Thom   Late yesterday afternoon, I got a call from a friend of mine who is a banker in Texas. And he is high up at his bank. He shared with me that he got a call telling him to expect the new REER tomorrow, Thursday or Friday. That call was from a retired banker and not from an official source. Now I trust him. And I am hearing this same thing from other people. But... I am reading September for a lot of things.  I hope I am wrong and it is this week. The CBI has a history of changing the rate when the gap between the street rate and the official rate are far apart and that is how it looks to me. 

Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  OMAR:  The televisions says the United States of American, Mr. Donald Trump is very furious at the new Prime Minister because he promised the reforms and the cabinet to be completed by the 1st of July.  FRANK:  Trump is not pulling any punches.  Didn't I tell you Trump wants the same thing that you want?

Stephen  I've been getting a lot of messages this past weekend from people that are very concerned saying, 'Oh my gosh, if the dinar goes digital, does that means that our paper currency is worthless?" Having the dinar go digital is going to help a lot when it comes to the tracking and making sure every single dollar is tracked...While we are waiting for the Iraqi dinar revaluation...going digital is a critical piece of that happening.

Japan Exposes US Debt Crisis, the Mask is off

Liberty and Finance:  8-11-2026

Gold and silver have experienced a significant pullback, but Andy Schectman says the correction may have shaken out much of the speculation and selling pressure that had built up earlier in the year.

 He points to continued gold accumulation by central banks, China, and Tether, arguing that major buyers are using the weakness in prices to add to their holdings.

Schectman says gold and silver have “sniffed out” the direction of real yields and believes sophisticated investors increasingly understand that policymakers may have limited ability to withdraw liquidity without disrupting financial markets.

Despite the recent volatility, he says gold and silver are showing renewed strength after speculation and open interest were flushed from the market.

Schectman believes the metals could be at the beginning of another leg higher, while acknowledging that additional short-term volatility remains possible.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

0:00 Intro

1:30 Crisis in private credit

22:10 Metals rally

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iof_p3n5HcE

Rob Cunningham: A Commission-wide Digital-Asset Safe Harbor

Rob Cunningham: A Commission-wide Digital-Asset Safe Harbor

8-11-2026

The SEC’s Nuclear Option: A Commission-wide Digital-Asset Safe Harbor on August 14, 2026?

Section 36 of the Securities Exchange Act gives the SEC remarkably broad exemptive authority.

The SEC itself describes it this way:

“…the Commission may, by rule, regulation, or order, conditionally or unconditionally exempt persons, transactions, securities – or entire classes of them – from provisions of the Exchange Act or its rules, provided the exemption is in the public interest and consistent with investor protection.”

Imagine the Commission voting August 14 for a sweeping Digital Asset Market Transition / Innovation Exemption establishing something like:

Until Congress completes comprehensive market-structure legislation, qualifying decentralized digital assets and qualifying transactions involving them may operate under a defined federal safe harbor and tailored securities-market framework, rather than being forced through securities rules designed for conventional issuers and intermediaries.

That would not literally enact the CLARITY Act. The SEC cannot legislate the CFTC into possessing powers Congress has not granted it, rewrite statutes, or enact CLARITY by administrative vote.

But within the SEC’s own statutory jurisdiction, it could potentially accomplish something economically similar in important areas.

And there is precedent for thinking in exactly this direction. The SEC has already been actively exercising Section 36 authority in 2026, including conditional exemptions from Exchange Act requirements.

Now take that concept to its theoretical maximum.

The Commission could combine several actions into one enormous regulatory package:

1 Define the securities boundary much more sharply.

2 Establish that numerous crypto assets are not themselves securities merely because they previously were sold in an investment-contract transaction. The SEC has already issued a March 2026 Commission interpretation specifically addressing how federal securities laws apply to different types of crypto assets and crypto transactions.

3 Create a broad Section 36 transitional exemption.
Exchanges, broker-dealers, ATSs, custodians and other regulated entities could receive conditional relief allowing them to interact with qualifying digital assets and blockchain infrastructure without every legacy securities-market requirement mechanically applying.

4 Open regulated securities markets to on-chain infrastructure.
The really radical version would permit qualifying broker-dealers, exchanges, clearing organizations and other intermediaries to integrate tokenized securities, blockchain settlement and digital assets under specified conditions.

5 Create an innovation exemption for tokenization.
Instead of requiring every novel DLT architecture to wait years for bespoke regulatory accommodation, establish a principles-based pathway: meet custody, disclosure, anti-fraud, capital, cybersecurity and investor-protection conditions and enter the regulated marketplace now.

6 Resolve the secondary-market problem.
The Commission could make unmistakably clear that secondary transactions in qualifying non-security crypto assets don’t somehow become securities transactions merely because an asset once figured in somebody else’s securities offering.

7 Normalize regulated custody and collateral treatment.
A coordinated package could remove major SEC-created obstacles to broker-dealer custody, tokenized collateral, digital-asset securities and institutional participation.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2087238412801638882

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/08/12/rob-cunningham-a-commission-wide-digital-asset-safe-harbor/