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We must not allow the elimination of cash. If we rely solely on central bank digital currencies, the computer will anticipate our actions and prevent us from doing certain things. For instance, if there is a restriction on traveling beyond 5 miles from home and you attempt to buy water 6 miles away, you will be denied. There are numerous reasons why it is important to keep cash.

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Losing cash and relying solely on central bank digital currencies would give authorities the power to predict and control our actions. They could prevent us from doing things like buying a bottle of water if it goes against their rules, such as not leaving our house beyond a certain distance. This is why it's important to keep cash. It's concerning that politicians think they have the right to access all our information.

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We've lived under a system where bankers manage monetary policy and elected officials handle fiscal policy. If we centralize control over both, we risk losing personal freedom. This could lead to a digital monetary system where authorities dictate how and where we can spend our money. For example, during the pandemic, restrictions could limit our spending to certain areas or items. It's crucial to preserve cash and checks to maintain an analog system. Experiences from disasters, like the cyclone in New Zealand, highlight the importance of cash for transactions when digital systems fail. Countries like Norway are recognizing this need and are reversing the trend toward a cashless society. Without cash, people face significant challenges during emergencies.

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The speaker discusses the potential dangers of central bank digital currencies, highlighting the risks of government control and loss of individual rights. They mention the impact of hyperinflation, job loss due to AI, and the potential introduction of universal basic income. The speaker questions the motives behind the push for central bank digital currencies and invites further discussion on the topic.

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Speaker 0 argues that there is a shift toward bankers increasingly controlling both monetary and fiscal policy, describing it as a "financial coup d'etat." They claim that for centuries there has been a balance of power between the people's representatives who control fiscal policy (taxation) and bankers who control monetary policy. According to Speaker 0, bankers have decided to use digital technology to assert control over both sides of government policy, leveraging CBDCs (central bank digital currencies), stablecoins, and asset tokens as programmable money. They assert that this move is underway and cite Davos as evidence, noting that Larry Fink, the acting co-chair of the World Economic Forum, is aggressively promoting the idea of moving the entire financial system into a digital control grid. The speaker contends that the descriptions of the bankers’ intentions are becoming very open and explicit, and that the result would be the abolition or collapse of the republic in favor of a system where bankers control both monetary and fiscal policy. The speaker questions whether legislative representatives would remain in any executive or ceremonial role, describing the future as fluid and capable of many directions. They emphasize that the transition has been very incremental for decades, facilitated by the federal government not running its financial statements and operations in accordance with the law and not disclosing them properly. This, they claim, has allowed the shift to occur with the public largely unaware or complacent. Speaker 0 notes that many Americans have accepted the current system because they benefit from it in the short term—“as long as I get my check, I’m okay with the system as it is.” They frame this acceptance as part of the reason the changes have progressed with limited public pushback. In sum, the speaker contends that the bankers are moving to extend control from monetary policy into fiscal policy through digital technologies and programmable money, a process they describe as a quiet, long-running coup that could redefine the balance of power in government.

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Digital money offers significant benefits, beyond just being a digital version of physical currency. It allows for programmability, such as central bank currency with expiry dates. In my book, I discuss the potential for a world where the government can restrict the use of central bank money for certain purchases it deems undesirable, like ammunition, drugs, or pornography. This concept has the potential to be both better and darker, but it highlights the power of a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

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The speaker discusses the potential for central bank digital currency to enable social controls by linking to credit cards and bank accounts. Dissenters could be silenced by having their accounts shut down. Control could extend to limiting meat consumption through quotas at the cash register. This level of control is likened to living on a "prison planet."

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The speaker expresses skepticism towards central bank digital currency (CBDC) and questions its purpose. They highlight that existing platforms like Venmo can already perform transactions efficiently. The speaker challenges the notion that CBDC would improve financial inclusion or cross-border remittances, and questions the lack of evidence supporting these claims. They also mention that CBDC could enable monitoring of transactions, imposition of negative interest rates, and direct taxation of customer accounts, which is why China might be interested. However, the speaker questions why the American people would support such measures.

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The speaker argues that AI excels at simulating anything that can be expressed mathematically, and since financial transactions can be expressed mathematically, AI can be used to monitor and influence financial behavior. The core concern is that with programmable money and close tracking of individuals, it becomes possible to turn money on and off and to use AI and surveillance systems to manage and control behavior. The speaker gives a provocative example: a question about what happens if authorities demand a transgender change for a child or threaten to turn off money, illustrating a system in which programmable money is integrated with surveillance and behavior-modification mechanisms. The proposed system would enable surveillance, tracking, and conditional access to money—financing incentives or penalties tied to behavior—and could be integrated with digital ID. The speaker argues that once programmable money is paired with digital identity, it amounts to complete control. This is framed as a problem because, on a global scale, there are divide-and-conquer tactics masking the underlying issue: a political struggle between the mega rich and everyone else. According to the speaker, the megacorporate or ultra-wealthy perspective would try to control the many when they are few, and programmable money is the tool to achieve that control. The claim is that for programmable money to function effectively, everyone must be on the grid, allowing the system to track and observe behavior and influence it, thereby exerting total control. The speaker emphasizes that this is not limited to wearables or an Internet of Bodies; it represents a coup d'etat and the end of human liberty in the West. Key points emphasized include: - AI’s strength in simulating mathematically expressible phenomena, including financial transactions. - Programmable money enabling on/off control of individuals’ finances when coupled with surveillance. - The potential for incentives and penalties to be tied to behavior through money. - The necessity of a digital ID to realize complete control. - The notion that such a system is tied to political and economic power dynamics between the mega rich and others. - The idea that universal inclusion on the grid is required for programmable money to work, leading to pervasive tracking and behavior influence. - The assertion that this would constitute a coup d'etat and threaten the end of human liberty in the West.

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The speaker discusses the purpose of a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), stating it's meant to keep track of how people purchase, save, and work with goods. They acknowledge a report suggesting cautious progress and state the government is proceeding with caution, citing issues like privacy, financial inclusion, limits, monetary policy, and interest. A consultation is underway, and more information will be available tomorrow. The speaker says a CBDC is about being a modern economy that recognizes how citizens want to do business, but it presents challenges that need to be overcome before proceeding. They state they are still in the phase of looking at those challenges.

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We must not rely solely on central bank digital currencies because they could control and restrict our actions. Keeping cash is crucial to maintain privacy and freedom. It's concerning that politicians think they have the right to access all our information.

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Digital money offers significant benefits, including programmability and the ability to set expiry dates for central bank currency. In my book, I discuss the potential for a world where the government can restrict the use of central bank money for certain purchases it deems undesirable. This could lead to a better or darker future, depending on one's perspective.

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Digital money offers significant benefits, including programmability and the ability to set expiry dates for central bank currency. In my book, I explore the potential for a world where the government can restrict the use of central bank money for certain purchases it deems less desirable. This could lead to a better or darker future, depending on one's perspective.

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The speaker expresses skepticism towards central bank digital currency (CBDC) and questions its purpose. They highlight that existing platforms like Venmo can already perform financial transactions efficiently. The speaker challenges the notion that CBDC would improve financial inclusion or cross-border remittances, as there is no evidence to support these claims. They suggest that CBDC could be used by governments to monitor transactions, impose negative interest rates, or directly tax customer accounts, which is why China may be interested. However, the speaker questions why the American people would need CBDC.

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The speaker discusses the potential risks of decentralized technology. They explain that while this technology aims to liberate individuals and give them control over their personal information, it could also be used by centralized powers to trap people. The speaker suggests that governments could create their own centralized blockchain, turning their currency into a permissioned cryptocurrency. This would allow governments to have complete knowledge of individuals' transactions and diminish privacy. They mention the example of the Marshall Islands, which passed a law for a decentralized currency but most governments may not be willing to give up control over their monetary policy. The interviewer mentions that Joseph Flubin, a co-founder of Ethereum, disagrees with this pessimistic view, considering it fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD).

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The speaker discusses the potential impact of central bank digital currencies, highlighting concerns about government control, lack of recourse for citizens, and potential manipulation. They also touch on the role of AI in job displacement and the push towards universal basic income. The speaker questions the benefits of central bank digital currencies in addressing issues like crime and terrorism financing. They invite further discussion on these topics in the comments.

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Freedom of speech is important, but the freedom to transact is crucial. If the state restricts your ability to buy things using digital currency, it can control your movements without physical barriers. Central bank digital currency can monitor and limit your transactions, making it challenging to buy essentials like food, fuel, or transportation tickets.

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"We tend to establish the equivalence with cash, and there is a huge difference there." "For example, in cash, don't know, for example, who's using a $100 bill today." "We don't know who is using a 1,000 peso bill today." "A key difference in with the CBDC is that central bank will have absolute control on the rules and regulations that will determine the use of that expression of central bank liability." "And also, we will have the technology to enforce that." "Those are those two issues are extremely important, and that makes a huge difference with respect to what to what cash is."

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Digital money offers significant benefits like programmability and the potential for central bank currency with specific characteristics. However, there are concerns about governments restricting what can be purchased with this digital money, which could impact the integrity and independence of central banks. While there are exciting possibilities with digital money, there is also a risk of technology leading us down a negative path.

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The speaker discusses Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), specifically the digital euro, and its upcoming introduction planned for 2029, noting that the European Parliament has some resistance. Rapporteur Naharete Rogas opposes the plan, arguing that the current design adds nothing for ordinary people, i.e., ordinary citizens like you and me. The speaker counters a common claim that CBDC is not a replacement for cash and that the digital euro is not programmable. The speaker argues that, by definition, central bank money can be programmable. The explanation focuses on how the central bank’s balance sheet works when money is spent. When the central bank issues money (spends), it increases its balance sheet. Cash sits on the right side of the balance sheet. To keep the balance, on the asset side there are government bonds (and potentially other bonds) that earn interest, which means the central bank collects money from society. The Dutch central bank has written in a report about design choices for a digital euro that the central bank can influence society by increasing the money supply, because it earns interest, a process often referred to as seigniorage. The speaker emphasizes that if cash exists in a given quantity and the central bank issues CBDC in addition to that cash, the central bank’s balance sheet grows. To prevent this imbalance, the only way to keep the totals equal is implied: every time you issue 1 euro of CBDC or even a 10-euro note in digital form, you would need to keep the physical cash in ATMs from being replenished or refreshed. Under the digital euro scenario labeled “scenario 4,” CBDC would thus be the replacement of cash, with the overall sum being kept in balance through this mechanism. The speaker concludes with “Dus dut,” underscoring that the outcome depends on how the total money supply is managed and whether CBDC is deployed in a way that maintains or replaces cash.

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All the great work that you have done in health and all the great work you have done in food to preserve food and health freedoms, the minute they get financial transaction control, they will delete all of it. Financial control and controlling the financial transaction train tracks is the meta control that they will use to control food and health. if these guys get a 100% digital system with a digital ID and programmable money, guess what? They're going to dictate, you don't get your vaccine this month, they're going to turn off your money. And when I read it I couldn't understand how do they think they're going to market this, and that's when I realized, oh, programmable money is how they're going to market.

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First speaker asks what happens if the government issues digital currency. Second speaker responds that they’re talking about central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and acknowledges their appeal due to ease, but believes a lot will happen as this develops. Second speaker explains that with digital currency, transactions are easy, and it will be similar to money market funds in terms of practical use. A key question is whether CBDCs can offer interest. There is a debate on this; if CBDCs cannot offer interest, they may be less effective as a hold-in vehicle, since depreciation could make alternatives like money market funds or bonds more attractive. There will be no privacy with CBDCs, making them a very effective government controlling mechanism: all transactions would be known. This close surveillance could be beneficial for countering illegal activity but would also give the government substantial control. Examples include tax collection, the ability to take money, and the establishment of foreign exchange controls. These controls could be particularly challenging for international holders of CBDCs; for instance, sanctions could enable authorities to seize funds held by individuals in other countries. Privacy concerns relate to the possibility that politically disfavored individuals could be shut off. Second speaker reiterates that these privacy and control issues are part of the broader picture. He suggests that, for those reasons, CBDCs will not become a magnitude that changes everything; development will occur, but he does not expect CBDCs to be a huge deal in scale, even though growth is likely.

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The speaker explains that there is a significant difference between cash and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). With cash, it is unknown who is using specific bills. However, with CBDC, the Central Bank will have complete control over the rules and regulations governing its use, and the technology to enforce them. This distinction is crucial and sets CBDC apart from cash.

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The speaker discusses the analysis of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and its comparison to cash. They highlight a significant difference between the two: while cash transactions are anonymous, CBDC allows the central bank to have complete control over the rules and regulations governing its use. Additionally, the speaker emphasizes that the central bank will possess the necessary technology to enforce these regulations. These factors distinguish CBDC from cash and make it a unique form of central bank liability.

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George Gammon On Elon Musk Hiring Controversial Twitter CEO | PBD Podcast | Ep. 268
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In this podcast episode, hosts Patrick Bet-David and guests George Gammon and Ran discuss various economic topics, including the current state of the job market, inflation, and the implications of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). George Gammon shares his background as a real estate investor and macroeconomics educator, emphasizing his journey from ignorance about the Federal Reserve to becoming an influential voice in economic discussions. Ran, a blockchain expert, recounts his entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of his media platform, Crypto Banter. The conversation shifts to jobless claims, with recent data indicating a sharp rise in unemployment filings, the highest since 2021. Economists predict further increases in unemployment due to rising interest rates, potentially leading to over a million job losses by year-end. The hosts discuss the Federal Reserve's goals of increasing unemployment to combat inflation, referencing historical economic theories like the Phillips curve. They also touch on the manipulation of job numbers and the potential for a recession, with predictions of unemployment rates rising significantly. The discussion includes the impact of AI on job security and the looming crisis in commercial real estate, particularly as regional banks face challenges. The hosts then discuss the implications of the U.S. debt ceiling and the potential for a default, with Jamie Dimon warning of catastrophic consequences. They analyze the political dynamics at play, suggesting that a resolution will likely be reached to avoid default. The conversation transitions to the implications of CBDCs, with concerns about government control over personal spending and the potential for social credit systems. The hosts argue that the centralization of financial systems poses significant risks to individual freedoms and privacy. Finally, they discuss recent developments in the cryptocurrency space, including the Federal Reserve's integration with blockchain technology and the launch of the Canton Network by financial giants like Goldman Sachs and Microsoft. The hosts express skepticism about these initiatives, emphasizing the importance of decentralized systems and the risks associated with centralization. Overall, the podcast highlights the interconnectedness of economic policies, the job market, and the evolving landscape of digital currencies, urging listeners to remain vigilant about the implications of these changes.
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