Join us as Mark Moss sits down with Matthew Pines, Director of Intelligence @KrebsStamos and National Security Fellow @btcpolicyorg, to dissect the complex battlefield of the technological war between China and the US. In this insightful conversation, they explore topics ranging from geopolitical power dynamics, cybersecurity threats, the rise of artificial intelligence, to the potential disruption of global commodities markets due to Russian sanctions.

Matthew further elucidates the critical roles of supply chains and networks in this techno-industrial war and the implications of a shift towards commodity-based currencies in the East. Delving into the possibility of a BRICS global currency and its potential impact on the dominance of the US dollar, this interview provides a unique perspective on the international security and global finance dynamics.

The discussion also touches upon the escalating "chip war" and its ramifications on the global economy, including its potential effects on the tech industry worldwide and how it might influence alliances or global trading relationships. Matthew provides his expert opinion on national security measures that could potentially be implemented to mitigate the impacts of these technological tensions and rising commodity prices.

Finally, the conversation leads into the role of national security in ensuring the stability of global systemically important banks (GSIBs), the theories surrounding the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, and the national security implications tied to it. Don't miss out on this informative deep-dive into the current state of global security as it intersects with the world of tech, finance, and geopolitics.

Check out Matt Pines on Twitter: @matthew_pines

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