In this thoughtful episode, we explore the quiet but powerful shift happening in the world of money. Digital sovereignty — the ability of nations to control their own financial future in the digital age — is becoming one of the most important issues of our time.

We journey from the ancient history of money to today’s connected world, unpacking what central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) really are, how they differ from cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, and why more than 100 countries are carefully developing them.

From China’s digital yuan and Europe’s digital euro to emerging markets and America’s unique stablecoin strategy, we examine the benefits, risks, and geopolitical implications — and what it all means for cross-border payments, the future of the US dollar, and global financial power.

A calm, balanced, and insightful lo ...