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End of the Dollar’s Dominance? The Global Currency Battle for Power

Which currency or asset do you think could most threaten the dominance of the US dollar (USD)?

More and more analysts and politicians openly speak about the end of the “dollar era.” The Chinese yuan, especially in its digital form tied to the BRICS settlement system, is becoming a real geopolitical tool of pressure against the US. The euro, despite its strength, still suffers from the lack of a unified fiscal policy, while gold is regaining popularity as a safe alternative in an unstable world. Meanwhile, cryptocurrencies, led by Bitcoin, symbolize a rebellion against traditional finance, although their decentralization makes true dominance difficult. In the background circulate theories about a planned “currency reset,” a new Bretton Woods system, and a controlled digitalization of the global economy. Will the dollar survive this revolution, or become a victim of its own power?

08/11/2025

US sanctions on Venezuela – aid, pressure, or self-interest?

In your opinion, the economic sanctions imposed by the United States on Venezuela are mainly intended to:

U.S. economic sanctions against Venezuela have sparked heated debate for years – some see them as an attempt to defend democracy, others as a brutal tool of economic pressure. Officially, they aim to support the fight against Nicolás Maduro’s authoritarian regime, yet many now question whether the real goal is oil, geopolitics, and control over South America. Venezuela, with some of the world’s largest oil reserves, has long been a battleground for influence between the U.S., Russia, China, and Iran. Critics argue that sanctions mostly hurt ordinary citizens rather than the ruling elite. So is it really about human rights – or about maintaining dollar dominance and control over resources?

26/10/2025

Chinese tariffs and export control – defense or retaliation?

How do you assess China’s decision to introduce special port fees for ships linked to the U.S. and tighten export controls on rare earth elements and refining semiconductor technologies?

China’s decision to impose special port fees on ships linked to the U.S. and tighten export controls on rare earth elements signals that global economic rivalry is entering a new phase. For some, it’s a reasonable defensive move – an attempt to secure its own technological and resource interests. For others, it’s a dangerous escalation of the trade war that could hit the entire supply chain of semiconductors and green technologies. Is this the beginning of a new era of protectionism, where the economy becomes a tool of geopolitical struggle? Or is it just a taste of a future, open economic confrontation between East and West? How do you think this economic chess game will end?

13/10/2025

Is BRICS a threat to the world order?

In your opinion, whom or what does the development of the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other members) threaten the most?

The growing power of BRICS is one of the most unsettling trends in global politics and economics. For some, it’s finally a counterweight to the dominance of the dollar and Western corporations; for others – an alliance of authoritarian regimes under the guise of fighting for a “multipolar world.” The expansion of BRICS to include additional countries, including Arab states, is causing growing concern in Washington and Brussels. Is this the beginning of the end of the liberal order built around the U.S. and the EU? Or a natural correction of power after decades of Western hegemony? One thing is certain – the world will never be the same again. What do you think?

09/10/2025

Sanctions imposed on Russia

How do you assess the effectiveness of the economic sanctions imposed on Russia after the invasion of Ukraine?

Economic sanctions against Russia following the invasion of Ukraine were meant to be an economic blow that would paralyze Putin’s state. Reality turned out to be more complex. While the Kremlin has lost access to Western technologies and financial markets, its economy has not collapsed – it has shifted to trade with China, India, and the so-called Western “gray zone.” Meanwhile, Europe pays for its own decisions: more expensive energy, industrial recession, and rising food prices. Have sanctions thus become a tool of pressure on Moscow, or rather a double-edged sword that also struck those who created it? Take part in the poll and judge for yourself.

09/10/2025

Digital money instead of cash – the future of finance or a tool of control?

In your opinion, is the introduction of central bank digital currency (CBDC) and the complete withdrawal of cash a good solution?

Central bank digital currency (CBDC) is a topic that excites public opinion around the world. Supporters see it as the future of finance – the end of printing costs, instant payments, and complete convenience in everyday life. However, critics warn that the total elimination of cash could mean the death of anonymity and the last guarantee of citizens’ financial freedom. The introduction of CBDC in the hands of the state could give authorities a tool for full control over spending – from limiting “harmful” purchases to blocking politically incorrect transactions. There are also conspiracy theories that CBDC is a prelude to the social credit system known from China. Will we give up privacy in exchange for convenience?

12/09/2025

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