Central Bank Digital Currency: A Primer
Let us begin with what CBDCs definitely are not: they are not a new kind of cryptocurrency akin to bitcoin.
Money and Banking
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When Money Dies, 100 Years Later
Yes, it can happen here. Only a fool thinks otherwise.
Explaining the Plan to Dismantle Schools and the Fed’s Alchemy
Bob reads from an article recently tweeted out by the NEA, which calls for an end to schooling as we know it in order to promote anti-racism.
Central Banks Double Down on the Failed Policies of the Twentieth Century
Today’s macroeconomic beliefs defy all the historical evidence with their focus on increasing the economic presence of the state at the expense of the productive private sector.
George Selgin Critiques MMT and Debates Murphy on Free Banking
Monetary economist George Selgin agrees with Bob on the flaws with MMT, but then the two continue their debate (started at the Soho Forum) on fractional reserve free banking.
The Origins of the 2 Percent Inflation Target
Janet Yellen was concerned that low inflation could "paralyze the economy," especially during economic downturns.
The Theory and Brief History of the US Gold Standard
Bob explains some of the highlights of his newly released chapter for the Mises Institute book on “Understanding Money Mechanics.”
Man, Economy, and State: Money & Its Purchasing Power with Robert Murphy
Dr. Robert Murphy joins Jeff Deist to breakdown Rothbard's exposition of money in an Austrian framework.
Why Fed Bugs Really, Really Hate Gold
Fed bugs sound like real estate agents in reverse: there is never a good time to buy gold.
Why Two Wealthy Senators Might Not Like Judy Shelton
This Audio Mises Wire is generously sponsored by Christopher Condon. Narrated by Millian Quinteros.
