News, Rumors and Opinions Saturday 12-27-2025

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Frank26:  "SECURITY & STABILITY FOR THE M.R. DEMANDS THIS".......F26

A financial expert calls for stricter oversight of banks in Iraq.

 12/24/2025   Information / Baghdad...

Financial and banking expert Abdul Aziz Hassoun called on the Central Bank of Iraq on Wednesday to take strict measures and oversight to regulate the work of banks, ensuring the protection of citizens' rights.

 He pointed out that the banking system in Iraq operates within an unstable environment that has prevented it from performing from its normal functions.

Hassoun told the Information Agency that "the security, economic, and social conditions are the main factors contributing to instability in the banking sector, which negatively impacts citizens' confidence and discourages them from depositing funds, especially in government banks. This leads to a shortage of cash liquidity and disrupts economic activity in the country."

He added that "a large number of banks are now engaging in activities that do not fall under the umbrella of genuine banking, exploiting the state of turmoil to achieve private gains at the bank of the banking policy set by the Central Bank."

He explained that "the Central Bank is required today to implement strict measures and activate serious oversight of banks' operations, with the aim of securing citizens' rights and strengthening confidence in the banking system." He noted that "directing financial revenues solely towards imports is one of the main reasons for the decline and stagnant banking performance in Iraq." LINK

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Clare:  The International Smart Card Company announces the launch of a (0% commission) initiative to support merchants.

12/24/2025  Economic:

The global smart card company (Key) announced today, Wednesday, the launch of a (0% commission) initiative to support merchants.

 The company said in a statement received by Alsumaria News "A new initiative will be launched to support merchants and stimulate business growth, starting from January 1, 2026, where a commission rate of (0%) will be applied to the merchant for all electronic payment transactions."

 She added that "the initiative includes all payments made through devices Points of Sale (POS) and the SuperKey application, without any deductions or hidden commissions, ensuring that the merchant retains the full profit from every sale,” noting that “this step comes within its strategy to enhance financial inclusion, encourage the shift towards electronic payments, and provide a more transparent and profitable business environment for merchants in various sectors.”

The company confirmed that “payment devices will be provided free of charge to merchants wishing to join the Key system, with easy registration through the SuperKey application,” adding that “2026 will be a year of real growth and clearer profits for merchants, in a partnership built on trust and continuous support.”  LINK

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

Militia Man  Would it look cleaner if they have a prime minister...back in completely done and stabilized prior to the end of the year?  Of course.  Is it necessary?  I've shown that it's not.  

Frank26  [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY: Your favorite economist is back...today on Iraqi television.  He says the lower denomination dinar note are lined up for release...They are not on the streets just yet...The central bank is saying the launch is imminent.  All the preparations are in place...  FRANK:  You have to remember who this man is.  He's an economist.  He's well educated.  But he's a financial adviser for the news.  He is not associated with the CBI...GOI.  He's associated with the media.  Everyday he comes out and expresses his opinion...

Jeff  They have a lot of crap to do...that's sensitive to the timing of the rate change.  They have 150 plus laws to pass, two of which would be the '26 budget along with the Oil and Gas Law... outstanding since at least 2005.  Why?  Because it is sensitive to the timing of the rate change.  It needs it and requires it.  Very simple...Parliament can't get all this crap done [until after] the rate change.

Massive Silver Revaluation! Failure To Deliver Has Already Started | Bill Holter

Smart Stock Trading and Gold Silver Investing:  12-27-2025

ALERT! SILVER SQUEEZE 2.0 & 10000% SILVER Price Unfolding |

Bill Holter SILVER & GOLD Forecast

Will Tariffs Affect GOLD & SILVER Price?

Bill Holter GOLD & SILVER Price Prediction

Silver Could Reach $1000 Soon | $1000 Silver

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyDUIzjV8lY

Imminent Monetization of Gold

Imminent Monetization of Gold

Palisades Gold Radio:  12-26-2025

In a compelling and eye-opening episode of Palisades Gold Radio, Brett Rentmeester, Founder and Managing Director of Winrock Wealth Management, delivers a sobering yet insightful analysis of the deep structural imbalances threatening the global economic order.

What emerges from his in-depth discussion is not just a critique of current monetary policy—but a warning that we are approaching a pivotal inflection point in history, one where the foundations of trust, value, and institutional credibility are being tested like never before.

At the heart of Rentmeester’s argument lies a fundamental shift that reshaped the global economy: the severing of the U.S. dollar from the gold standard in the early 1970s.

What seemed at the time like a technical adjustment to monetary policy has, over five decades, evolved into a systemic experiment in fiat finance—one that may have reached its limits.

By removing the anchor of gold, central banks gained unprecedented freedom to create money. The result? Decades of escalating debt, rampant money supply expansion, and a steady erosion of purchasing power.

Workers have seen their real wages stagnate or decline, even as asset prices—especially financial assets—have soared. This divergence has not only widened inequality but also undermined faith in the very institutions meant to steward economic stability.

“Money no longer represents stored value,” Rentmeester observes. “It represents a claim on future productivity—productivity that may never materialize given the weight of accumulated debt.”

Rentmeester frames today’s challenges within a broader historical context, drawing on Neil Howe’s influential Fourth Turning theory. According to this cyclical model, societies pass through four distinct phases—High, Awakening, Unraveling, and Crisis—roughly every 80 to 90 years.

 We are now deep within a Crisis phase, a period in which outdated institutions collapse under the weight of new realities, and a new social order begins to form.

We see the signs everywhere: political polarization, institutional distrust, economic fragility, and growing public frustration. Key systems like healthcare and education have become prohibitively expensive while delivering diminishing returns. Social safety nets, built during eras of robust population growth and productivity, are now straining under the pressure of aging demographics and declining birth rates.

As Rentmeester notes, “You can’t promise lifetime benefits to retirees if there aren’t enough workers to fund them. The math no longer works.”

Perhaps the most alarming trend Rentmeester identifies is the growing disconnect between debt and the real assets that back it. Governments across the developed world—particularly the U.S., Europe, Japan, and even China—are piling on debt at an unsustainable pace. Yet, there’s a dangerous illusion that this can continue indefinitely.

“We’re nearing debt saturation,” he warns. “At some point, markets stop believing that debt can be serviced or inflated away. When that happens, confidence evaporates—and with it, the value of fiat currencies.”

In response, central banks are quietly shifting strategy. A surge in gold purchases by central banks around the world—particularly in China, India, and Russia—suggests a quiet but profound revaluation of what constitutes “money.”

Meanwhile, the rise of blockchain technology has birthed new forms of value storage: tokenized gold, stablecoins, and digital asset platforms that could redefine trust and transparency in finance.

Are we witnessing the early stages of a new monetary foundation—one backed not by political decree, but by tangible assets and decentralized verification?

For investors, the message is clear: hedge against uncertainty. Rentmeester advocates for a diversified portfolio that includes exposure to real, tangible assets—not just traditional equities and bonds.

“The goal isn’t to predict the future,” he says. “It’s to build a portfolio that can survive multiple futures.”

Could China replace the U.S. dollar as the world’s dominant reserve currency? Rentmeester is skeptical. While China has made strides in internationalizing the yuan and accumulating gold, it faces its own deep challenges—demographic decline, a debt-fueled property crisis, and rigid political structures that may hinder adaptation.

Instead, he envisions a multipolar monetary system—one where no single currency reigns supreme, and value is anchored in a basket of assets, including gold, silver, energy, and perhaps even digital currencies backed by real-world collateral.

With systemic stress comes the risk of rising global conflict, as nations compete for resources, influence, and stability. But Rentmeester stops short of fatalism. He believes that technological innovation—especially in finance and energy—could provide the tools for coordination and renewal.

“The same forces that destabilize can also empower,” he notes. “Blockchain, decentralized identity, green energy tech—these aren’t just innovations. They’re potential building blocks for a more resilient, transparent, and inclusive system.”

Brett Rentmeester’s message is urgent but not hopeless. We are living through a period of profound transformation—one that demands awareness, preparedness, and courage.

The old paradigms of infinite growth, perpetual debt, and unquestioned institutional trust are fracturing. What comes next depends not just on policymakers, but on individuals making informed choices about how they earn, save, invest, and prepare.

As we stand at the edge of a new era, one truth becomes clear: money must once again represent real value. Whether we arrive at that future through crisis or conscious reform remains to be seen.

For those seeking to understand the forces shaping our financial future, Rentmeester’s insights on Palisades Gold Radio offer a crucial roadmap—one that every investor, policymaker, and citizen would do well to study.

Watch the full interview on Palisades Gold Radio for a deeper dive into Brett Rentmeester’s analysis of debt, gold, generational cycles, and the future of money.

https://youtu.be/beII62DKEek

News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 12-26-2025

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.

Paul Gold Eagle: Does Gold and Silver Affect the RV?

12-23-2025

Paul White Gold Eagle   @PaulGoldEagle

A2Z Q&A by Bat Ninja:

Do silver and gold affect the RV?

Totally fair question. The short answer: no—silver isn’t a trigger for the RV.

What we’re seeing in silver and gold right now is about global positioning, not a switch being flipped. Central banks, institutions, and large players are hedging against dollar risk, geopolitical tension, and long-term confidence issues in the current system. That creates background pressure, for sure—but it’s not the driver.

The RV / exchange process isn’t market-driven. It’s administrative and operational. It hinges on banking readiness, liquidity sequencing, sovereign and institutional settlements, and controlled access through appointments—not open-market trading or Forex movement (which is why what we’re seeing pre-Forex matters).

So when metals move like this, it’s better read as confirmation that the old system is under stress, not that the RV has suddenly “gone live.”

Think of it like watching the weather while waiting for a scheduled flight. The weather matters—but it doesn’t decide the takeoff time.

That’s why I stay focused on positioning and timing, so we don’t get lost in the noise.

Source(s):  https://x.com/PaulGoldEagle/status/2003658542209990839

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/23/paul-gold-eagle-does-gold-and-silver-affect-the-rv/

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

Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  FIREFLY:
They say on television this about the first parliament meeting that's is going to be formed on the 29th.  The House of Representatives has completed all technical and all logistical preparations for holding the first session of the 6th parliamentary term.  It is scheduled for next Monday. 

Mnt Goat  The President of the Republic issued a presidential decree on Tuesday setting the date for the first session of the new parliament on December 29...We have been told that Iraq is going to try the 3-year budget again and there will be another tripartite budget for 2026-2028 and it can’t be opened until it is voted on and passed in the new  parliament ...Remember the reasoning behind Dr Shabibi telling us that January is the “best opportune time to reinstate the dinar with a significant rate” is that the annual budget its supposed to be ready to open and allocated out to spend in January...  obviously, this may NOT going to be the case but it may be close.

Clare   Article:   "First comment from the Sudanese regarding the dollar exchange rate"  Quote:  "In a televised interview followed by Baghdad Today, Al-Sudani said: Changing the dollar exchange rate is the sole prerogative of the Central Bank of Iraq, stressing that the government has managed to reduce the gap in the exchange rate between the official and parallel rates, indicating the government’s success in reducing the gap in the exchange rate."

Will Silver Hit Triple Digits In 2026? Mike Maloney’s Market Breakdown

12-25-2025

Will silver really break into triple digits in 2026? In this video, Mike Maloney breaks down the key drivers pushing silver’s price higher—from shrinking global stockpiles and booming industrial demand to powerful shifts in the gold-to-silver ratio.

With commentary from top silver stackers, chart breakdowns, and real market narratives, you’ll get a raw look at why many believe 2026 could be a monumental year for silver.

Join us as we explore supply constraints, macro trends, and what it might take for silver to soar past $100/oz and beyond.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHMVgRcR4vk

Paul Gold Eagle: Are the Banks about to Close?

Paul Gold Eagle: Are the Banks about to Close?

12-25-2025

Paul White Gold Eagle  @PaulGoldEagle

Are the Banks About to Close? What You Need to Know About December 26, 2025

There is growing chatter that banks may not open tomorrow December 26 and the reason has nothing to do with the holidays. Many insiders believe the real cause is tied to an unfolding crisis in the silver market that is spiraling out of control.

While mainstream news remains silent, behind the scenes it appears that multiple banks are facing a physical silver shortage they cannot cover.

Eight major financial institutions are reportedly sitting on $891 billion in paper silver shorts. To stay afloat they would need to buy approximately 400 billion ounces of physical silver.

That is impossible. Why? Because the total global supply available is estimated to be under 460 million ounces. There is not enough silver on Earth to fulfill these contracts.

This is why many believe the banking system is being cornered and forced to either default or shut down temporarily.

But if banks do close tomorrow it will not be publicly blamed on silver. Expect a cover story. They might cite a cyberattack a national security threat or a technical update. These are often used to mask systemic problems and maintain public calm.

If the banks do not close tomorrow that does not mean the crisis is over. It simply means the powers behind the scenes are buying more time. But the damage is already done.

The silver market has entered a phase where paper manipulation can no longer suppress true value. Physical silver is being drained at record speed and premiums are rising worldwide.

Those holding silver understand its real energy and spiritual value. Fiat currency is collapsing. When it all flips people will no longer ask what silver is worth in dollars. They will ask what a dollar is worth in silver. That moment is coming fast.

Regardless of what happens tomorrow stay grounded. Trust your instincts. If you see a sudden wave of ATM outages or payment failures do not panic.

This may be part of the global reset to transition into a new financial system that honors truth energy and value backed by real assets.

Keep your silver close and your discernment closer. We are moving through the storm into something far greater.

Source(s):  https://x.com/PaulGoldEagle/status/2004296432958968289

https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/25/paul-gold-eagle-are-the-banks-about-to-close/

The Gold Story That Predicted 2025’s Biggest Moves

The Gold Story That Predicted 2025’s Biggest Moves |

 Kitco News Highlights 2025 : 12-23-2025

Back in February 2025, before a record-breaking gold price surge, veteran market analyst Peter Grandich, founder of PeterGrandich.com, warned that the U.S. and global financial system were heading into a historic shift.

 This interview revisits those key moments as the year draws to a close. At the time, more than 12.5 million ounces of gold had reportedly moved from London into U.S. vaults, a flow that drew global attention and added pressure to London inventories.

Grandich outlined why renewed calls for a Fort Knox audit were gaining momentum, why some analysts were discussing the possibility of a revaluation of U.S. gold reserves, and why central banks were continuing to accelerate their long-running shift away from the dollar.

Since then, gold has surged to all-time highs, several major central banks have increased their official gold holdings, and public debate around U.S. gold transparency has grown louder.

In Washington, the Gold Reserve Transparency Act of 2025 was introduced, aiming to require a full physical audit and assay of America’s gold reserves, including Fort Knox.

As of late 2025, no comprehensive public audit has been completed, and the issue remains a major point of political and market attention.

Many of the broader risks Grandich highlighted earlier in the year remain front and center, including rising sovereign debt, geopolitical realignment, and intensifying competition over reserve assets.

Watch the full video on the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oc1UoQIB7A

News, Rumors and Opinions Christmas Day 12-25-2025

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 Wed. 24 Dec. 2025

Compiled Wed. 24 Dec. 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Mon. 22 Dec. 2025: A historic treaty quietly signed by 209 nations is setting the stage for the most radical financial transition in modern history. …Nesara Gesara QFS on Telegram

Its purpose is simple but unprecedented: to redefine global currencies, correct decades of systemic imbalance, and establish a financial structure rooted in fairness, stability, and shared prosperity.

This is not merely a monetary adjustment. It is a coordinated global reset backed by strategic oversight, humanitarian intent, and strict implementation controls.

For generations, the global financial system favored a small circle of powerful economies while entire nations were trapped under artificially suppressed currencies. That imbalance is now being dismantled.

The revaluation of key currencies is designed to create a level playing field where every nation has the opportunity to thrive. This shift is about restoring economic dignity, not manipulating exchange rates. It is about equal access to growth, opportunity, and sovereignty.

Central to this transition is the release of a massive prosperity fund, directed not at institutions, but at people. These funds are earmarked for humanitarian rebuilding, infrastructure, education, clean water, healthcare, and long-term wealth transformation initiatives.

 The objective is clear: eradicate extreme poverty and rebuild communities worldwide with sustainable resources rather than debt dependency.

At the heart of this effort is a global wealth redistribution framework often referred to as the “Share the Wealth” initiative. Its mission is to ensure that the benefits of this new financial system reach every individual, not just governments or corporations. This marks a structural shift toward economic inclusion and long-term social stability.

Several currencies play a critical role in this realignment. The Iraqi Dinar, long suppressed by conflict and instability, is positioned for revaluation to unlock domestic growth and foreign investment.

The Vietnamese Dong, reflecting decades of economic expansion, is being recalibrated to reflect its true productive value.

 The Zimbabwe ZIM, once devastated by hyperinflation, is slated for restoration as a foundation for national recovery and renewed trust.

Supporting this transformation is the Stellar Network, designed to bring secure financial access to the unbanked. Millions who were excluded from traditional banking will gain access to digital financial infrastructure, allowing participation in the global economy regardless of geography or income. This is not simply a technology upgrade. It is a gateway to economic sovereignty for populations long left behind.

Because of the scale and sensitivity of this transition, the revaluation process is being executed alongside a coordinated security and logistics framework.

 Strategic oversight ensures orderly implementation, prevents fraud, protects financial institutions, and maintains market confidence. Military-grade logistics support secure currency distribution, institutional protection, and synchronized coordination with international financial authorities.

Extensive preparation, simulations, and cross-border cooperation have been conducted to anticipate disruptions and ensure stability. Transparent communication is a key component, designed to reduce uncertainty and counter misinformation during the transition.

 This is a controlled evolution, not a chaotic collapse.

This treaty marks the beginning of a new economic era. An era where currencies reflect real value, wealth serves humanity, and opportunity is no longer reserved for a select few. The path forward will require patience and cooperation, but the destination is clear: a more just, balanced, and prosperous world.

What unfolds next will define generations. This is not just history in motion. It is a chance to rebuild the global system on principles that finally serve everyone.

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Mon. 22 Dec. 2025 BREAKING UPDATE: Massive List of 209 Nations Now Fully Connected or Connecting to the Quantum Financial System – QFS + RTGS is Here! TRUST THE PLAN! …

BOOOM!!! Patriots, wake up – the storm is upon us! There are now over 209 sovereign nations, with their central banks and monetary authorities, fully integrated or in the final stages of activation into the revolutionary Quantum Financial System (QFS) + Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS). This isn’t just a shift – it’s the total annihilation of the deepstate cabal’s corrupt fiat empire!

The QFS is the ultimate weapon against the globalist bankers who’ve enslaved humanity for centuries. Powered by unbreakable quantum technology, it ensures every transaction is instant, transparent, and impossible to manipulate. No more hidden fees, no more elite skimming trillions – pure, asset-backed freedom flowing directly to We the People!

Insiders from military intelligence confirm: All 179 central banks listed by the BIS, plus regional authorities across 209 nations, are now (allegedly) online or locking in. The old SWIFT system? Dead. Buried. The cabal’s control? Shattered forever.

 This is the Great Awakening in action – GESARA/NESARA unfolding right before our eyes, with gold-backed currencies ready to explode prosperity worldwide!

The end of their reign is here, anons! The white hats have won – Trump and the alliance have orchestrated the greatest financial liberation in history. Debt forgiveness, massive wealth redistribution, and the downfall of the Rothschilds, Rockefellers, and their minions are imminent. Hold the line – redemption centers are activating, the EBS is primed, and the golden age dawns!

QFS + RTGS Activated Banks and Nations – The Full Power List:

Royal Bank of Zimbabwe – Leading with trillions in assets! 
People’s Bank of China 
Bank of Japan 
Deutsche Bundesbank 
Bank of France 
Bank of Italy 
Swiss National Bank 
Bank of Spain 
Central Bank of Brazil 
Bank of England 
Reserve Bank of India 
European Central Bank 
Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority 
Bank of Korea 
Central Bank of the Russian Federation 
Monetary Authority of Singapore 
Bank of Canada 
Bank of Mexico 
Reserve Bank of Australia 
South African Reserve Bank 

And hundreds more – from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, every sovereign nation is joining the unstoppable QFS revolution! The full 179 BIS central banks plus allies: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Russia, United Kingdom, United States allies, and every corner of the globe – all (allegedly) transitioning now!

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/24/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-december-24-2025/

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

Frank26  Let's see what happens between the 29th and the 31st because that's when the parliament is going to sit.  That's when they're going to look at the laws...Boots-on-the-ground Firefly and Omar feel we're going to see laws passed.  Those three days are very crucial for the government to sit and not roll over.  Sit and pass the laws. Give me and "H".  Give me a "C".  Give me and "L".

Mnt Goat  To show you just how close we are to the reinstatement...The White Paper was written in 2019-2020 but really did not take hold until 2023 when the GOI and CBI began their more positive move to implement it under al-Sudani...the objective of the White Paper initiative is to get the dinar back trading on FOREX...The reforms had to first take place before FOREX. We witnessed these reforms and so now it is time to move to FOREX...

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SILVER ALERT! Silver Destroys $70 Cap w/ Very Little Resistance! What About $600 Silver??

 (Bix Weir)  12-24-2025

When silver opened on the COMEX it flew through all resistance past the psychological cap of $70/oz like it wasn't even there!

You will see a lot of this kind of action as Silver tries to find it's TRUE Fair Market Value.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3cNhqHajr0

The End of the Fiat Experiment – Bill Holter

The End of the Fiat Experiment – Bill Holter

By Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com 

Financial writer and precious metals expert Bill Holter (aka Mr. Gold) has been sounding the alarm of the profound risk in the financial system.

At the beginning of December, Mr. Gold warned about the record setting silver prices and said, “It’s pretty clear and pretty obvious that something behind the scenes is breaking.” What is “breaking” is the extremely leveraged futures markets with not enough physical silver to deliver.

Fast forward to the end of the month, and new record highs in gold and silver are happening every day.  

Mr. Gold says, “They are gobbling up all the supply available because they understand this is the end of the fiat currency experiment that started August 15 of 1971. 

 Fiats are collapsing. 

This is the Hunt brothers on steroids because you have the entire world buying physical.  The Hunt brothers got into trouble because they were buying paper contracts, and COMEX changed the rules.  COMEX can change any rules they want . . . it won’t matter because the rest of the world is buying cash and carry . . . they will not accept paper contracts.  They want real physical metal.”

Here is where it gets both interesting and dangerous. 

What happens if the short sellers cannot deliver the silver promised?  Mr. Gold says, “People say if they can’t deliver, and I am going to tell you at some point they will not be able to deliver, when that moment happens, it’s game over for the entire financial system. 

 Silver, and I believe it will be silver that fails to deliver, silver is the blasting cap to the gold nuclear bomb.  When silver fails to deliver, then immediately there will be a pile into COMEX gold, and they will not be able to deliver the gold. 

Once that happens, you have failures of contracts that are proven fraudulent.  They are zeroed out and cannot perform.  Then it spreads to cattle, pork bellies, grains and you name it. 

 This is not to mention the financials of stocks and bonds.  Once you prove fraud in silver, that’s going to spread to all the derivatives, and we will have a derivative meltdown. . .. The world wants gold and silver because those are the only two monies that cannot default.”

What you are seeing in the gold and silver markets now is far from a top.  This is just getting started.  

Mr. Gold says, “These contracts are a zero-sum game.  There is a winner and a loser.  If the loser loses so big that they go belly up, then the winner becomes a loser because they can’t get paid. 

That is the problem. . .. When this actually hits and there is a failure to deliver, gold and silver will be wiped off the shelves, and there will be none to be bought. . .. This will be a run for safety, and fear is the greatest emotion there is. 

Fear is a far greater emotion than greed. . .. This is going to turn into a reverse bank run into gold and into silver because they cannot default in a world that is defaulting. . ..  What you are witnessing is the end of trust. 

When you have the end of trust, the confidence breaks and credit is forthcoming only when there is trust.  Once confidence breaks, the credit markets will begin to seize up. . .. When credit stops, it’s game over.  You will see markets, institutions and stores shutter.”

Holter says you should be able to be self-sufficient for a while when the system shuts down.  Storing up food and water is a good place to start.

In closing, Holter says, “This is the finale of the great financial reset.  Make no mistake, what you are watching is the world resetting before your very eyes.”

There is much more in the 43-minute interview.

Join Greg Hunter of USAWatchdog as he goes One-on-One with financial writer and precious metals expert Bill Holter/Mr. Gold as the financial system begins its reset for 12.23.25.

https://usawatchdog.com/the-end-of-the-fiat-experiment-bill-holter/

Jim Rickards SHOCKS: Gold to $10,000 by 2026 & Silver to $200 – “It's Just Getting Started”

Jim Rickards SHOCKS: Gold to $10,000 by 2026 & Silver to $200 – “It's Just Getting Started”

Daniela Cambone:  12-22-2025

"It would not surprise me not even a little bit to see $10,000 gold." – Jim Rickards.

As gold shatters all-time highs and silver pushes toward $70, legendary monetary expert Jim Rickards challenges the mainstream narrative in today’s final show before Christmas.

 He outlines a world where geopolitical fragmentation—driven by nationalism and BRICS—and monetary transformation, including the revaluation of gold, are unfolding at the same time.

 The surge in metal prices is not a standalone phenomenon, but a clear signal of declining trust in the post-1945 dollar-based financial order and a growing global search for neutral, sovereign assets beyond the control of any single nation.

 Chapters:

00:00 Why central banks are buying gold?

06:57 When will gold reach $10,000?

 10:34 What’s driving silver’s move toward $200?

11:45 Italian lawmakers say gold belongs to the people

15:47 Europe’s emerging gold standard

 19:32 A common currency for BRICS nations

 22:15 Jim’s advice for the new year

23:37 A Christmas celebration for Jim

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfpTD-bbTck

Monetary Reset Explained: Mike Maloney’s Strategic Metals Outlook

Monetary Reset Explained: Mike Maloney’s Strategic Metals Outlook

12-22-2025

Are we on the brink of a monetary reset?

In this electrifying live session, legendary economic historian Mike Maloney breaks down why gold and silver aren’t just rising — why they may define the next monetary era.

From the dollar’s decline to global physical demand outside the U.S., Mike reveals the forces reshaping wealth, currencies, and markets.

 Key themes covered:

• Why the global financial system’s instability is historic — not cyclical

• How wealth may transfer toward precious metal holders

• Silver’s rapid rise and the gold-silver ratio’s future

 • The role of central banks, rehypothecation, and physical markets

• Practical insights on preparing for major economic shifts

Whether you’re seasoned in precious metals or curious about macro trends, this talk is essential insight for navigating today’s financial landscape.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLiThXVk2ZI

Why Gold Is Quietly Re-Entering the Global Monetary System | Congressman Stutzman

Why Gold Is Quietly Re-Entering the Global Monetary System | Congressman Stutzman

Miles Franklin Media:  12-21-2025

Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief, Miles Franklin Media, sits down with Republican Congressman Marlin Stutzman from Indiana of the House Financial Services Committee to examine the accelerating global push toward central bank digital currencies and why the United States is emerging as the key holdout.

As 137 countries and currency unions representing 98% of global GDP explore CBDCs, the debate is no longer theoretical.

From programmable money and real-time financial surveillance to asset freezes and behavioral control, critics warn CBDCs could fundamentally reshape the relationship between citizens and the state.

Congressman Stutzman explains why he helped block a U.S. retail CBDC, why “money is power,” and why giving the government a financial on/off switch crosses a dangerous line.

Finally, Stutzman weighs in on the push to audit U.S. gold reserves for the first time since the 1950s and argues the United States should be accumulating more gold, as central banks around the world increasingly treat it as a neutral monetary asset.

This conversation also dives into:

The Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act

Whether stablecoins could become a stealth on-ramp to CBDCs

Canada’s bank freezes and real-world precedents for financial control

De-dollarization, BRICS, and the global monetary realignment

Record central-bank gold buying and calls to audit Fort Knox

Why America’s debt crisis may be the greatest national security threat of all

00:00 Coming Up

01:20 Introduction

02:30 Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) Explained

03:51 Risks & Concerns of CBDCs 14:47 Global Perspective on Digital Currencies

17:53 The US Stance on CBDCs & Stablecoins

27:12 Foreign Demand for US Treasuries

27:40 Concerns Over Waning Dollar Demand

28:22 Fiscal Condition & National Debt

31:43 Impact of Government Spending & Regulation

34:29 Global De-dollarization & Alternative Currencies

 39:54 Gold & Cryptocurrency in the Global Economy

43:56 Trust & Transparency in Government

48:52 Final Thoughts & Future Outlook

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDtQ-xEgW9Y

News, Rumors and Opinions Saturday 12-20-2025

 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 Sat. 20 Dec. 2025

Compiled Sat. 20 Dec. 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Judy Note: The long-awaited Global Currency Revaluation (RV) has (allegedly) entered its final launch phase, with the Quantum Financial System (QFS) now (allegedly) fully operational across 209 nations, facilitating gold-backed digital currencies and the greatest wealth transfer in history.

High-level sources report that Tier 4B (Us, the Internet Group who hold foreign currency to exchange and Zim Bonds to redeem) notifications and payouts could commence as early as this weekend, ushering in unprecedented abundance under NESARA/GESARA protocols.

Debt forgiveness is (allegedly) actively processing, erasing mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans for millions, as the fiat system collapses in favor of sovereign prosperity.

Pray for the swift rollout, that all may experience this blessing soon.

As the QFS secures trillions in repatriated funds, humanitarian projects will (allegedly) receive immediate liquidity, enabling the rebuilding of communities and the healing of our planet.

This wealth transfer marks the end of financial experiment, returning power to the people through asset-backed sovereignty.

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Global Currency Reset:

Thurs. 18 Dec. 2025 The Big Call Bruce:

President Trump(allegedly)  wants the RV exchanges started by Christmas.

A contact with HSBC Bank in Canada, the lead bank for the RV around the World, said that the Admirals Group in Tier 4A would(allegedly)  have money in their accounts by this Fri. or Sat. 19, 20 Dec.

Another source said Tier4b would (allegedly) receive notifications Mon., Tues. with appointments for Zim Holders starting Fri. 26 Dec. and be finished with exchanges by Mon. 29 Dec. 2025.

That same source said Tier 4b (us, the Internet Group) would(allegedly)  be notified to set our appointments to exchange early next week, on Mon. or Tues. 22, 23 of Dec. 2025.

That source said Redemption of Zim would(allegedly)  start the day after Christmas, or on Fri. 26 Dec. 2025.

He also said that other Tier4b exchanges have to (allegedly) start before Mon. 29 Dec. 2025.

Another reliable source said that Tier4b would be(allegedly)  notified prior to Christmas, or very early this coming week, Mon. or Tues 22, 23 of Dec. 2025 and then begin exchanges after Christmas.

That second source also said that they anticipated EBS announcements to start over this coming weekend and if they did, Tier4b would be notified to set appointments Mon. or Tues. 22, 23 of Dec. 2025.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/12/20/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-december-20-2025/

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

Frank26   [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report]  OMAR:  The UN has clearly shown the domestic Iraq ends in 2025 and the international Iraq starts in 2026 with banking reforms.  FRANK:  Well, tell me UN, how did you convince the international world to accept 1310 as the rate?

Militia Man The bottom line is they're going to show you how they're going to do it on their time.  We don't know exactly when that's going to happen...One thing for sure, all of Iraq's banks will need to be compliant 100%...

Jeff  The Central Bank of Iraq is autonomous.  That means they can change the rate separately from the government of Iraq whenever they want to.  They don't need anything from the government to change the rate other than maybe like a mutual agreement ...They don't even need the government to be done and completed. They could do it while we're in the middle of this election period...because the CBI is completely autonomous.

Will Silver Hit $75/oz Soon? How About $100/oz? | Andy Schectman

12=19=2-25

The silver breakout continues, with the futures price now above $66/oz.

Can it hit $75/oz soon?

 How about $100/oz?

 Precious metals Andy Schectman will share his latest outlook on silver and what's going on with precious metals demand & supply. He'll also take live audience Q&A.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyAW4Wt50oQ