TNT DINAR UPDATE 10-14-26

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The Spaces provides an update-led discussion, hosted by Tony with co-host Ray, on the anticipated IQD (Iraqi dinar) exchange rollout, community housekeeping, and post-exchange planning. Tony reports that banks have begun paying out select holders and that U.S. Treasury-curated lists are being sent to banks to contact holders with 5M+ IQD first, with dinar-only exchanges currently proceeding. A key policy debate centers on whether to release dedicated 800 numbers to the internet group now or reserve them for broader public use around the projected Oct 20 Forex go-live; banks favor 800 numbers to prevent branch chaos. Indicative payouts cited today ranged roughly in the mid-$5 to high-$6 per IQD, with projected public rates of about $9.09 (IQD) and $3.18 (VND) later; ZIM is expected to be accepted, and no NDAs have been imposed to date. Tony urges blocking trolls, staying calm, and focusing on practical readiness: wealth planning, legal fund movement, and discretion in communications. Callers probe thresholds, logistics, zones, and interest arrangements, while Tony emphasizes community impact goals and a sense that the end is near, amid brief geopolitical risk notes on Middle East tensions.

TNT Spaces Recording Summary — Wednesday, October 2026

Context and Hosts

  • Lead host: Tony (Speaker 3)
  • Co-host/moderator: Ray (Speaker 2)
  • Format: Community update plus live Q&A with long-time TNT members via Twitter/X Spaces.

Community/Moderation Notes and Tone Setting

  • Tony emphasized active moderation against disruptive participants (“fidiots”), noting he spent significant time deleting/blocking negative accounts and may stop posting call replays publicly to reduce trolling; email notices would continue.
  • Guidance to the community: do not engage with trolls; block and move on. Members do not need to defend Tony or the intel in public threads.
  • Reflection on the journey: Tony thanked members who have stayed for up to two decades, highlighting personal and group growth in understanding markets, banking mechanics (front door/back room), national/international linkages, and politics.
  • Mindset: Wealth will change how people live, not just what they can buy. Tony urged readiness for lifestyle, relationship, and boundary changes (e.g., who to bring along, recognizing people who “want something”).

Geopolitical “Death and Destruction” Update (Tony’s summary)

  • Ongoing conflicts noted, including claims of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia (three airports referenced) and talk of a Saudi Arabia–Syria–Israel alignment to target Iran after the U.S. election unless U.S. interests are targeted.
  • Rationale provided: Iran’s economy purportedly near collapse due to U.S. and Iraqi pressure; internal unrest.
  • Framing: These global events continue to interplay with financial timelines and decisions.

Exchange Status, Sequencing, and 800 Number Debate

  • Whales: Tony stated whales have been paid and ongoing payouts are occurring daily.
  • 5M IQD+ tranche: Banks have been instructed to begin contacting individuals who hold 5 million or more Iraqi dinar. Tony said banks receive daily lists “from Treasury,” and are to set appointments for these holders.
    • Verification: Tony cross-checked “the list” concept with agency contacts and banker sources, who described the same list mechanics independently.
  • Start windows discussed:
    • Internet group (TNT community) “supposed to start” around the 15th, with mass start targeted for Saturday. Some exchanges reportedly started already.
    • Public/Forex: Tony’s latest indication is Forex/public for broad use on the 20th.
  • 800 numbers controversy:
    • Historically: Internet group would receive 800 numbers to organize, route by bank/capacity, and schedule exchanges efficiently.
    • New development: Tony said someone within the current administration floated withholding 800 numbers from the internet group and saving them for public use on/after the 20th—prompting heavy pushback from banks who fear chaos without the routing controls.
    • Ongoing: Meetings Wednesday–Friday to resolve. Tony’s view: use 800s as planned; without them, expect disorganization (masses rushing local branches, capacity mismatches, possible shutdowns to regroup). Banks favor 800s for load-balancing.
    • Contact mechanics: Banks reportedly do NOT have community emails; they rely on daily call lists. If 800s are not used, Tony expects to be told what to instruct the community, but reiterates that the 800 system remains the common-sense solution.

Current and Projected Rates (as stated on the call)

  • Reported live payout examples (varying by bank/time):
    • IQD: ~$6.92; other live examples ~$5.34 and ~$5.87 (Tony noted time-of-day, oil peg, and bank discretion influence current payouts.)
  • Projected when fully “out” (Tony citing international sources):
    • IQD: $9.09
    • VND (dong): $3.18
  • Contract rates: Tony said some people have already received contract rates (above the live payout numbers) and that he’s aware of these cases.
  • Other currencies:
    • ZIM: Tony stated banks are taking ZIM.
    • VES (Venezuelan bolívar): Tony said it remains “good to go” and has been for a long time; he expects it in later baskets if not in the first.
    • “Basket 2 and 3” references: If IQD alone processes first, and other currencies (VND, ZIM, VES, etc.) follow later, many in the community could still leverage subsequent baskets.

NDAs, Double-Dipping, and Purchases

  • NDAs: Tony said no NDAs have been required in recent exchanges he knows of.
  • Double-dipping: Despite earlier expectations of “one exchange per month,” Tony stated that some recent exchangers have been able to return and buy more currency—i.e., a form of double-dipping—because there were no agreements preventing additional purchases.

Why Prioritize 5M IQD+ Holders (Bank/Liquidity Logic)

  • Tony’s explanation: Banks want liquidity. Larger holders are likely to leave large percentages on deposit, enabling banks to earn on overnights and lending.
  • Community anecdotes:
    • Caller “Fix it man” described meeting a Premier banker who acknowledged readiness, opened a Premier account, waived fees, and showed equipment; he supported staged processing to clear high-volume clients first to smooth operations for everyone.
  • Tony’s illustrative math (bank offers cited on the call):
    • Example for discussion: Leaving substantial funds (e.g., 50–70%) with a bank can yield high returns according to offers the community reports receiving (e.g., 20–30% per month on deposit tranches, or ~30% per year on separate liquidity accounts). Tony frames this as mutually beneficial: clients receive large passive yields; banks deploy funds multiple ways.
    • Note: Tony acknowledged skeptics who say “banks don’t do that,” and countered with reports from exchangers who have received such terms. He also acknowledged variance: “life isn’t fair,” and some non-public participants have reportedly received very high rates ($50–$76) in special circumstances.

Logistics: Appointments, Zones, Contacting, and Security

  • Appointment setting:
    • With 800 numbers: Call centers route appointments to appropriate locations to balance capacity and security.
    • Without 800 numbers: Tony and several callers foresee chaos from walk-ins at local branches; banks also reportedly object to this approach.
  • Zones and travel:
    • Preference is to exchange in your designated zone. Exceptions possible, but not guaranteed. Tony said banks “want you to exchange in your zone” by design.
  • Contacting holders:
    • Treasury-originated daily lists reportedly go to banks to call eligible holders (5M IQD+). No bank-held community email lists. Many community members screen unknown calls; Tony recognizes the practical challenge.
  • Security and decorum:
    • Expect visible security at branches. Community guidance: arrive prepared, act professionally, ask questions politely; disorderly conduct will be shut down quickly.

Wealth Strategy, Movement of Funds, and Legal Considerations

  • Diversification and liquidity:
    • Tony urged members to decide what percentage remains on deposit (earning high yields per banker offers) versus what to keep as liquid funds. Each person should leave “what you can do without” and ensure sufficient liquidity for living and philanthropy.
  • Moving money cross-border:
    • Anticipate potential limits or new rules intended to keep capital in-country post-event. Tony emphasized using legal channels, wealth managers, and proper documentation for international transfers; pay taxes and comply with evolving regulations.
  • Timeframes and pacing:
    • Not everything needs to be done in 72 hours. Tony plans a structured post-event period (e.g., 10 days of updates if 800s are in play, followed by his “10 days of giving”). He advises members to plan and proceed methodically.

Philanthropy and Collective Action

  • Tony’s personal focus: multi-generational impact, foundations, and supporting youth aging out of foster care.
  • “Dave’s” proposal: an annual community initiative—TNT reconvenes once a year to choose an industry/community to positively impact collectively.
  • Guidance: Members can have large individual impact through disciplined planning, then magnify that impact through coordinated efforts.

Q&A Highlights (selected)

  • Caller 4 (process recap): Understood whales paid; next 5M+ IQD list; 800s held until public/Forex (20th); internet group to go before Forex. Tony affirmed: some started already; mass start targeted for Saturday; 800s under debate but he expects internet group to go first.
  • Caller 4 (currencies): Dinar active now; dong later with public; bolívar still valid; ZIM being taken; “baskets” remain planned.
  • Caller “I’m new Mustang kid”: Asked about parking funds offshore for high interest (30–50%). Tony: unlikely; better to plan legally and realistically; use wealth managers.
  • Caller “Eddie”: Clarified only dinar currently exchanging; dong rate provided for later. Asked about “double-dipping”: Tony confirmed recent examples without NDAs or purchase restrictions.
  • “Ray” (caller, not co-host): Asked how banks know who has 5M IQD. Tony: currency dealers report sales to Treasury; lists disseminated to banks. Clarified he does not have 800 numbers yet.
  • “Bus Lady”: Voiced strong concern that skipping 800 numbers would cause chaos. Tony agreed it makes no sense; expects clarity by Friday and promised to tweet if 800s are not used.
  • “High Grade Media / G-Man”: Clarified 5M threshold applies to dinar only (for current outreach phase). Asked about NDAs if Tony exchanges: Tony expects to sign additional documents to continue guiding the community.
  • “Not a Karen” (donor strategy): Sought guidance on percentage splits for lifestyle, philanthropy (climate focus), and next basket participation. Tony illustrated a leave/earn model (e.g., 70% left, 30% liquid) and emphasized that even conservative splits can generate outsized monthly/annual cash flows under reported banker offers.
  • “Stacy G.”: Asked to repeat dong rate—Tony confirmed $3.18 as the projected figure when fully out; also reiterated banks do not have community emails.
  • “Virgil”: Confirmed live dinar rates (~$6+ now; target $9 when public). Reaffirmed goal rates community seeks (e.g., “$28.50” discussions tied to historic targets for negotiation scenarios).
  • “Fix it man”: Shared Wells Fargo Premier setup experience; advocated staged approach and professionalism in-branch. Tony agreed with liquidity logic and staged prioritization.
  • “Walt”: Asked if >5M holders must go to big-city banks. Tony: not necessary; designated locations exist across regions; midwestern banks often have deep liquidity.

Practical Guidance and Reminders from Tony

  • Expect calls to 5M+ IQD holders from banks using daily lists; be cautious but prepared to verify identity.
  • If 800 numbers are used, follow the routing process; do not broadcast numbers widely; book promptly and attend appointments professionally.
  • Without 800 numbers (if that decision is finalized), Tony anticipates providing alternate instructions, but he and banks regard that scenario as high-risk for chaos.
  • Rates are “flashing” per late-call texts to Tony; he continues to expect movement by Friday/Saturday, with public/Forex targeted for the 20th.
  • Objectively: “We have never been this close.” Stay calm, prepared, and focused on execution rather than online arguments.

Key Takeaways and Action Items

  • Sequencing: Whales done; 5M+ IQD list calls underway next; internet group mass start targeted for Saturday; broader public/Forex by the 20th.
  • 800 numbers: Under debate; banks support using them for organization. Tony will update if plans change.
  • Rates (as stated): live IQD examples ~$5.34–$6.92; projected out: IQD $9.09; VND $3.18; ZIM accepted; VES valid; contract rates exist in limited cases.
  • NDAs: None reported required recently; some double-dipping observed.
  • Behavior: Be professional; security will be present; follow instructions and respect zone guidance.
  • Planning: Decide your leave-vs-withdraw percentages; engage wealth managers; comply with tax and legal requirements, especially for any cross-border movement.
  • Communications: Tony may reduce public postings to limit trolling; rely on official TNT emails/Twitter for updates.

Closing Sentiment

  • Tony closed with optimism: rates flashing, broad consensus that “we’re going this week,” and a high-confidence view that Saturday should see internet group movement if the 800 number dispute resolves sensibly. Members were encouraged to maintain a positive mindset, ignore trolls, and be ready to act when instructed.