Coin shortage hits retailers, laundromats, tooth fairy

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News Date: August 18, 2020

The national coin shortage has been an unusual side effect of the pandemic. Among its victims? Retailers, laundromats and even the tooth fairy.
Retailers large and small have urged shoppers to use cards or exact change whenever possible.
As the shortage persists, it's become clear that there are still some conundrums that only coins can solve.
Source:www.foxbusiness.com

Digital ruble in cooperation with the UAE

The Bank of Russia, led by First Deputy Governor Olga Skorobogatova, is collaborating with the UAE regulator to establish a cutting-edge system for fast payments and settlements.
This initiative, announced at the Finopolis forum, aims to utilize the digital ruble to streamline financial transactions for both individuals and businesses.
The partnership signifies a commitment to financial innovation and positions these institutions at the forefront of the evolving digital landscape.
The digital ruble is expected to enhance transaction efficiency, fostering financial inclusivity and exemplifying a proactive approach to the future of finance.
"We will work out the fast payment system because the colleagues are ready with the digital ruble and we are ready.
If we solve the issue of client identification, then I think we will be able to build up a normal system of payments for citizens and the business between the two our countries in a year at the least," she stated.

Trump vows tax cuts and debt relief

President Trump made a campaign stop in Durham, N.H., on Saturday.
Donald Trump: "Here is my pledge to every New Hampshire family: I will never let the Trump tax cuts and they are the biggest tax cuts in the history of our country. I will never let them be taken away from you and with your vote in this election we will cut your taxes even further."
He also promised to take economic measures to get rid of the massive national debt.

Australia closer to a cashless society

Australia's big four banks remove thousands of ATMs and shut down hundreds of branches as the coronavirus crisis pushes nation closer to a cashless society.
Sources:www.dailymail.co.uk, www.atmmarketplace.com

Malaysia is exploring the adoption of the gold dinar

Malaysia is actively exploring the adoption of the gold dinar as a reserve currency, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announcing this initiative in the Dewan Rakyat, the lower house of parliament.
An upcoming meeting on Islamic economics and finance in December will serve as a key platform for discussing and evaluating the feasibility and benefits of introducing a gold-backed currency.
This endeavor reflects Malaysia's commitment to sound economic management and its respect for Islamic financial traditions, with potential implications for both domestic and international financial systems.

American Sovereignty Restoration Bill

H.R.204 - American Sovereignty Restoration Act of 2019:
This bill directs the President to terminate U.S. membership in the United Nations (U.N.) and all affiliated bodies. It also ends U.S. participation in all U.N. conventions and agreements.
Funds may be appropriated to facilitate U.S. withdrawal from the U.N. No funds may be made available for contribution to or paid to any U.N. body. No member of the U.S. Armed Forces may serve under U.N. command, and no funds may be used to support Armed Forces participation in U.N. military operations.
President Donald Trump spoke to the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly. He said "The future does not belong to globalists, the future belongs to patriots."
Sources:www.congress.gov, www.youtube.com