The digital ruble test will begin in August

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News Date: July 11, 2023

Update as of 24 July: Putin signed a law to introduce the digital ruble, which will take effect on August 1.
Interesting timing, think August, it's going to be absolutely epic!
According to the central bank, Russia will begin testing a digital version of its rouble currency with consumers in August, according to a report published on Tuesday by the Interfax news agency.
Russia has been creating digital currency over the past few years, as have many other nations, in an effort to modernize their financial systems and fend off cryptocurrencies.
August is also the month BRICS plans to introduce a new gold-backed trading currency at the Johannesburg summit.

Ron Paul: Auditing The Fed Would Lead To Ending The Fed

After Elon Musk endorsed Ron Paul leading an investigation into the Federal Reserve, Paul stated on X that 'Auditing the Fed would lead to ending the Fed.' He emphasized that increased transparency would reveal systemic issues, sparking calls for reform or dissolution. Comparing the Fed to USAID, Paul suggested both agencies lack transparency and accountability. Musk's support may amplify public interest in financial reform and decentralization.
In 2009, Ron Paul published End the Fed, a book that critiques the Federal Reserve and its control over the U.S. monetary system. Drawing from his experience as a congressman and advocate for free-market economics, Paul argues that the Fed's lack of transparency and manipulation of interest rates contribute to economic instability, inflation, and financial crises. The book calls for a return to sound money principles and highlights the dangers of central banking. End the Fed became a rallying point for those who support monetary reform and greater financial accountability.

US Sanctions Risking systemic collapse

Russia could ask for rubles or gold in exchange for energy. If that occurred Europe would have little choice. The real leverage in the Petrodollar system is on the 'petro' side.
It will be interesting to see how this develops. If energy payments begin moving outside of the SWIFT system, then the Petrodollar will be severely damaged.
Regardless, it's going to be disruptive and we're going to see additional problems. Very likely we will see further money printing and more stagflation.
The United States' attempts to simultaneously take on both Russia and China is a bad idea. We're forcing the two of them together while Europe is trying to play both sides. This situation will end with China and Russia gaining status.
Russian citizens have also been buying gold. This crisis will hurt their citizens, but this isn't Russia's first rodeo. The fact that Putin has done this either means he's lost his mind or he has a plan and found a window of opportunity.
We could see serious spillover effects on bonds and real yields.
The United States can't afford higher rates, and they can't remove Russia's oil without destroying their own markets.
We could see big changes should Russia use their gold as leverage. Possible scenarios that could occur should gold be revalued.
Source: youtube.com

Audit the Fed bill reintroduced

U.S. Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has reintroduced the Federal Reserve Transparency Act, also known as the "Audit the Fed" bill, aiming to prevent the Federal Reserve from withholding vital information on its operations from Congress.
Paul contends that the inner workings of the Federal Reserve are currently obscure and largely unknown, and he believes that increased transparency is crucial for better understanding and oversight.
The legislation underscores the importance of making the Federal Reserve more accountable to Congress and the public, ensuring that its decision-making processes and financial transactions are subject to thorough scrutiny.
"No institution holds more power over the future of the American economy and the value of our savings than the Federal Reserve. It's long past time for Congress to stop shirking its duty and hold the Federal Reserve accountable.
The Fed's persistent cycle of money printing and lending without any form of meaningful oversight may be the cause of many of our economic hardships, such as the struggle of many Americans to afford food."
he stated.

Zimbabwe ready to dump US dollar

Zimbabwe Must Revert to Using Own Currency, Ruling Party Says.
ZANU PF National spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa says the country will soon dump the American dollar in favor of the local currency, Zimdollar.
He said abolishing the multi-currency would help Zimbabweans get value for their money.
Sources: zwnews.com

Atomic race joint statement

5 nuclear-weapon states vow no arms race in a joint statement.
China, Russia, Britain, The United States, and France have agreed that a further spread of nuclear arms and nuclear war should be avoided.
They have released a joint statement affirming their opposition to using their nuclear arsenals for offensive purposes.
They also promised to work together on nuclear disarmament.
Source: reuters.com