Monero Talk Stablecoins are a backdoor CBDC w/ Aaron Day | EPI 352
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TODAY'S SHOW: In this episode of Monero Talk, Douglas Tuman and Aaron Day explore the growing threat of stablecoins as a covert form of CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency), with Aaron warning that the situation has worsened dramatically—“100 times worse than a year ago.” He critiques the Trump administration’s stance, noting that despite public opposition to CBDCs, its policies are paving the way for a backdoor digital currency through stablecoin regulation.
Key figures like Brian Brooks and Howard Lutnick—linked to major stablecoins and now in influential government roles—highlight what Aaron describes as a Silicon Valley and “PayPal mafia” takeover of policy. The proposed Genius Act and Stable Act would require stablecoins to be fully backed by U.S. Treasuries, effectively forcing users to fund government debt and surveillance systems.
With projections of $120 trillion in stablecoin transactions by 2030, Aaron calls this “turbo cancer for CBDC adoption.” The sheer scale of these numbers underscores the urgency he sees in resisting the push toward centralized digital money.
The conversation then shifts to solutions within the privacy coin space, emphasizing unity against technocratic control. Aaron highlights FUSD (Freedom Dollar), a private algorithmic stablecoin built on Zano, which offers an alternative by being over-collateralized with Zano rather than tied to government-backed assets. He discusses Zano’s technical advantages, including its deflationary model, while defending its pre-mine as a necessary step for development funding.
Both hosts stress the importance of collaboration across privacy projects like Monero, Tari, and Zano to resist systemic control. They also preview Porkfest, where they’ll host a privacy tent and welcome Ross Ulbricht and his mother Lynn, who is launching a new advocacy initiative.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00:00) - Introduction
(00:01:09) - Discussion on Fasting and Health Benefits
(00:34:22) - Philosophical Perspective on Fasting and Agarism
(01:05:37) - Unity in the Privacy Space and Critique of Technocracy
(01:12:36) - Call for Focus on Technocratic Threats
(01:21:21) - Porcfest Conference and Its Significance
(01:32:23) - Personal Fasting Experiences
(01:42:46) - Scientific Backing of Fasting Benefits
(01:46:47) - Long-Term Vision for Fasting and Health
(01:52:26) - Technical Discussion on Xeno and FUSD Integration
(02:00:41) - Decentralized Finance and Future Plans
(02:02:20) - Collaboration Among Privacy Coins
(02:03:14) - Need for Unified Resistance Against Digital Tyranny
(02:08:00) - Stablecoins and Political Manipulation
(02:14:27) - Divide and Conquer Tactics of Technocrats
(02:23:59) - Legal Support and Advocacy
(02:26:03) - Predictions for the Future of Privacy and Crypto
(02:41:00) - Legislative Challenges and the Need for Immediate Action
(02:52:00) - Closing Thoughts
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