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Podcast: THE TRUTH ABOUT YOUR FUTURE with Ric Edelman
Episode: 10/30/23: The Digital Dollar and the Future of Money
Description: Have you ever wondered about the intersection of politics and money? Historically, Wall Street and Washington, D.C. operated in separate spheres, but the 2008 financial crisis changed that dynamic. With the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) and its $700 billion bailout, the financial epicenter shifted from New York to D.C., where decisions now influence global markets. Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are the latest financial instruments caught in this political crossfire. While countries like China have already adopted CBDCs and others are in development, the U.S. finds itself in a heated debate. Subscribe to podcast updates...