In this livestream recorded July 15, 2026, David gives his quarterly check-in on AI, including what it does well, where it still falls short, and what its massive capital spending means for jobs, stocks, and the economy. He then answers listener questions on the dollar, crypto, central bank digital currencies, and managing the model portfolios. Topics covered include: Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by … [Read more...]
527: Stablecoins and CBDCs: Their Rise, Risks and Possibilities
Circle Invest, one of the leading stablecoin providers, just went public, and its stock price has tripled. We delve into the growth of stablecoins, their applications, and the associated risks. We also discuss the surprising political pushback against central bank digital currencies. Show Notes Top Stablecoin Tokens by Market Capitalization—CoinMarketCap Runs and Flights to Safety: Are Stablecoins the New Money Market Funds? by Kenechukwu Anadu et al—New York Fed Amendment … [Read more...]
373: Are Stablecoins Safe? Should You Own Them?
How stablecoins are similar and different from other monetary assets. What are stablecoin risks. Why central bank digital currencies are one of the biggest threats to stablecoins. Topics covered include: Why the Federal Reserve and other central banks are exploring issuing their own digital currenciesWhat is the difference between public and private moneyHow deposit insurance and central bank actions prevent runs on private moneyHow money market mutual funds are a type of stablecoinHow … [Read more...]
319: Here Come Central Bank Digital Currencies
How central bank digital currencies would work, what is the motivation to create them, and what are the risks. Topics covered include: What percentage of central banks are working on a digital currency and plan to issue one soonWhat are the two kinds of money that central banks currently issue and how would a central bank digital currency differHow central bank digital currencies would be similar and differ from Bitcoin and other cryptocurrenciesWhat are the benefits and risks of central … [Read more...]
