Books

> The dollar isn't dying—but it is becoming less unavoidable. Central banks are buying gold at historic rates. Alternative payment systems are quietly developing. Reserve managers are diversifying in ways that don't make headlines. This isn't collapse; it's _thinning at the margins_—and understanding the difference is essential for anyone navigating the future of global finance.

In The Paradox of Progress, Amir Bagherpour shows that success depends on how societies and organizations navigate rapid technological change, including large-scale economic displacement and a fundamental shift in the nature of work. While history offers parallels in past industrial transformations, today’s transition is unfolding on a dramatically compressed timeline—advancing at many times the velocity of the Industrial Revolution.By blending economic history with data-driven analysis, Bagherpour explains how the rate of adaptation determines whether progress strengthens or destabilizes the status quo. Drawing on advanced forecasting and simulation results, the book offers practical insights for leaders seeking to harness rapid technological change to build durable economic and institutional strength.

By remaining vigilant and proactive, we can influence this evolution toward a more just, equitable, and compassionate society for all.

In the last two decades, the concept of “home” has been transformed for High- Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs). Borders, once seen as rigid geopolitical boundaries, have evolved into flexible gateways—unlocked not only by ancestry or birthright but by strategic financial choices. Today, the dilemma facing global investors is no longer whether to seek alternative residency or citizenship, but which path offers the most value: mobility through citizenship by investment (CBI) or long-term security through residency by investment (RBI).This decision is neither cosmetic nor merely aspirational. For wealthy families, entrepreneurs, and legacy builders, it is a calculation tied to survival, expansion, and the preservation of generational wealth. Governments, too, recognize the stakes: as economies face uneven growth, migration policies have become tools of both economic strategy and political leverage.

UE

Finance is the new battlefield. From the USD to Ukraine, from Wall Street to BRICS — this book exposes the quiet war over power, debt, and global control.