THE COSMIC ORIGIN OF GOLD
MACKGOLD | OBSIDIAN CIRCLE Department of Strategic Geopolitics and Natural Resources Why the Metal That Changed the Course of Civilization Existed Long Before Earth Itself Publication Date: 15 August 2026 Introduction. Before Earth Existed Before gold became money, a reserve asset held by central banks,…Read More
SCARCITY AS A SOURCE OF VALUE
MACKGOLD | OBSIDIAN CIRCLE Department of Strategic Geopolitics and Natural Resources Why Scarcity Alone Does Not Create Value Publication Date: August 1, 2026 Introduction. The Most Common Economic Misconception One of the most widespread explanations for gold’s high value is the claim that its worth…Read More
GOLD AND HYDROGEN
MACKGOLD | OBSIDIAN CIRCLE Department of Strategic Geopolitics and Natural Resources Why the Oldest Metal Is Becoming Part of the Energy Systems of the Future Publication Date: July 15, 2026 For thousands of years, gold has remained a symbol of stability and permanence. Civilizations measured…Read More
GOLD AND ELECTRICITY
MACKGOLD | OBSIDIAN CIRCLE Department of Strategic Geopolitics and Natural Resources Why Digital Civilization Is Increasing Its Dependence on the Oldest Metal Publication Date: July 1, 2026 Introduction. The Paradox of the Digital Age When most people think of gold, they usually picture bullion bars,…Read More
GOLD AND IRREVERSIBILITY
MACKGOLD | OBSIDIAN CIRCLE Department of Strategic Geopolitics and Natural Resources Why Humanity Never Stops Returning to Gold Publication Date: June 15, 2026 Introduction. The Paradox of Gold Throughout human history, thousands of goods, resources, and technologies have acquired tremendous value and later disappeared from…Read More