⛏ Central Banks Ditch Dollar for Gold

Central Banks Ditch Dollar for Gold
Facing inflation, sanctions, and weakening trust in fiat currencies, central banks are doubling down on gold. Over 1,000 tons have been added annually since 2022, with even higher demand expected. The dollar’s share of global reserves has hit a 30-year low, as gold’s strategic role becomes central to global monetary policy. Read on »

Russia Builds Gold Empire in Africa to Evade Sanctions
A Kremlin-backed refinery in Mali anchors Russia’s strategy to weaponize African gold. Post-Wagner, the Africa Corps oversees gold mining across the continent, exporting through UAE and Turkey. Revenues fund proxy wars and covert ops, while bypassing sanctions. This system erodes global supply chain transparency and redefines modern geopolitical resource warfare. Read on »

$14.9B Deal Shakes Steel
After intense political resistance and regulatory delays, Nippon Steel has officially acquired US Steel in a $14.9 billion deal. Trump-era intervention led to a rare “golden share” agreement, giving the US government veto power over strategic decisions. US Steel keeps its name, headquarters, and leadership, with $11 billion in new investments pledged. Read on »

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