Topic: Loonie

The Bank of Canada is researching a "digital loonie" CBDC, which proponents claim will offer the anonymity of cash while preventing money laundering. Critics pointed out the inherent contradiction in "authenticated" digital wallets that also claim to protect privacy, suggesting the system will be used for total financial surveillance. The segment also touched on the future of QR codes in commerce, including their use for "preloaded" credits at restaurants like Waffle House.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program discussing the rarity of a Canadian one-dollar paper bill found in Northern Silicon Valley. They contrast the old paper currency with modern Canadian "loonie" and "toonie" coins. The hosts also announce September 25th as "CSAE Day," a play on the "See Something, Say Something" campaign.