The article assesses the information as yet made available about Libra, including the implications for its exchangeability, scalability, privacy, and security. It is clear the design of the currency is yet to be finished, and many questions remain about its governance and structure.

Libra – Freedom for Whom, from What?

What is Libra supposed to bring to us that we don’t have already? Freedom from legacy currencies will have a high price to pay.

Banks Again Hoist on Their Cost-Cutting Petard: Burgeoning Credit Card Fraud

Credit card companies are paying for their stinginess via being exposed to rapidly rising levels of fraud.

Are Cryptocurrencies the First Crack in the Wall to Regulate Facebook?

Like Icarus, the social media monopoly is flying too close to the sun and generating much regulatory heat, which could eventually lead to its downfall.

Lawrence Wilkerson: Trump Is Deepening the ‘Economic War’ Against Iran

Lawernce Wilkerson offers another dose of his pithy commentary on US policy versus Iran.

Facebook’s New Libra Digital Currency, Trust Issues (Many), and Sovereignty

Trust issues with Facebook’s Libra for users, regulators, and technically. And is Facebook seeking to become a sovereign?

How Italy Could Save the Euro

Italy is again threatening the Euro via a plan to introduce a parallel currency, the mini-BOT. Will this idea finally push the Eurozone to make overdue reforms?