In this episode of Once Upon a Coin, Jason Cassidy explores the unfolding era of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), diving into the potential freedoms and risks associated with programmable government-issued money. Are CBDCs a path to secure, seamless transactions, or a new form of control? Journey through the first waves of digital currency programs - from Ecuador’s early attempts to China’s ambitious plans, and Canada’s move toward a cashless, monitored society. Learn how CBDCs could limit spending, restrict freedoms, and shape behaviors, and discover what these innovations mean for the future of privacy, personal agency, and financial independence. Join us for an eye-opening look at the balance of technology, government power, and human freedom. Subscribe to Once Upon a Coin to stay informed on the biggest stories shaping the future of money and freedom.