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Government Tries Digital Dollar Pilot; Cash Loyalists Buy More Safes

Published: September 05, 2026

A limited CBDC-style pilot drew predictable panic and curiosity about programmable money. What do you think?

“Paper money doesn't need an update.”
Dale Evilsizor, Cash-Only Diner Regular
“I'll try it when my aunt can too.”
Karen Pence, Venmo Boundary Setter
“If they can turn it off, it's not mine.”
Ron Bodey, Gold Coin Gift Shop Browser