For months now, financial circles have been buzzing with warnings about the weakening U.S. dollar — a concern echoed by prominent economists and market analysts. Back in July, several experts told ABC News that the greenback was enduring its worst start to a year in more than five decades. The combination of persistent inflation, ballooning national debt, and fears of currency devaluation had prompted many investors to hedge against traditional fiat assets.

Now, Robert Kiyosaki, the renowned author of Rich Dad, Poor Dad and a long-time advocate of alternative assets, has amplified those concerns — claiming the “end of the U.S. dollar” may already be underway. However, Kiyosaki is not just betting on gold and Bitcoin this time; he’s expanding his focus to include Ethereum, suggesting that the global financial shift could go far beyond traditional hedges.

Robert Kiyosaki Warns: “End of the U.S. Dollar?”

Kiyosaki drew attention on social media once again with his blunt post on X (formerly Twitter):

“END of US Dollar? Adding to my gold, silver, Bitcoin and Ethereum stack. Savers of US dollars are losers.”

The October 9 post immediately sparked widespread discussion. The author’s warning comes just a week after he predicted a fivefold surge in silver prices, urging followers to buy silver coins rather than relying solely on Bitcoin or gold. But in a notable shift, Kiyosaki is now also including Ethereum in his portfolio — a move that aligns with growing institutional interest in the cryptocurrency.

The timing of his message was crucial. Only days earlier, global markets had been rattled by fresh geopolitical and economic tensions. Meanwhile, billionaire investor Warren Buffett had made headlines for comments that seemed to favor gold and silver over traditional stock market plays — something Kiyosaki said investors should pay attention to.

Kiyosaki and Doug Casey Discuss the Dollar’s Decline

In a recent conversation with Doug Casey, professional investor and author of The Preparation, Kiyosaki discussed the rapidly declining value of the U.S. dollar. Casey stated that the dollar was losing its real value between 5% and 10% per year, a figure he argued was far worse than what official U.S. government reports suggested.

He went on to criticize current fiscal policies, pointing out that with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) essentially inactive and President Donald Trump “spending money like a drunk sailor,” the situation was spiraling out of control.

Kiyosaki interjected humorously, “Drunk sailors spend their own money,” but the underlying message was clear — the U.S. government’s spending habits, inflation, and mounting debt were unsustainable.

Casey added that the now-dormant DOGE initiative had been “the only thing that could save the U.S. government from total and abject bankruptcy on all its obligations.”

From Bitcoin to Ethereum: A Strategic Shift

In a follow-up post, Kiyosaki urged investors to “listen to Buffett” and consider buying gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum before it’s too late. His reasoning? Buffett’s subtle moves might signal that a stock market crash is on the horizon.

This view is supported by financial strategists like Rodriguez-Alarcón, a former analyst at BlackRock and JPMorgan, who recently said Ethereum was entering a new “growth phase.” According to him, Ethereum’s foundational role in decentralized finance (DeFi), stablecoins, and tokenized assets gives it “unmatched structural value.”

Recent market data appears to support that claim. Spot Ethereum ETFs have seen over $1.3 billion in inflows within just a week — a massive vote of confidence from institutional investors. Notably, BlackRock alone purchased $437.5 million worth of Ethereum-related products, while overall inflows on a single Tuesday exceeded $420.9 million, marking one of the strongest accumulation days since Ethereum ETF trading began.

Kiyosaki’s Long History with Ethereum and Crypto

Kiyosaki’s interest in Ethereum isn’t entirely new. Over the years, he has referenced it multiple times, often grouping it alongside other tangible or digital assets he believes protect wealth. Here are some of his notable past statements:

• March 2022: “Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at Oscars. Biden slaps Putin on world stage. Toxic masculinity. World in trouble. National debt to go through the roof. Biden causing inflation & blaming Putin. Dollar about to implode. Buy more gold, silver, Bitcoin, Ethereum, & Solana before WW3.”

• September 2021: “US Govt out of money. Shutdown looming. Dems blame Republicans. Evergrande out of money. Get the message? Get gold, silver, Bitcoin, Ethereum before the biggest crash in history.”

• November 2021: “Dollar Tree becomes $1.25 Tree. Inflation is a tax on the poor and middle class. Inflation makes the rich richer. Get smart. Get richer. I am buying more gold, silver, Bitcoin, Ethereum, rental real estate, and oil. What are you buying?”

These comments reflect a consistent message: traditional savings are losing value, and real or digital assets offer a path toward financial resilience.

“Biggest Crash in World History” to Hit in 2025

Kiyosaki’s latest prediction, however, is his boldest yet. The Rich Dad, Poor Dad author insists that the financial collapse he has been warning about for decades is no longer theoretical — it’s imminent.

According to him, 2025 will bring the biggest financial crash in world history, one that will devastate retirees, wipe out portfolios, and destroy the purchasing power of fiat currencies.

He has repeatedly said:

“Savers are losers. Inflation turns savers’ cash into trash. Invest in real assets.”

In his latest posts, Kiyosaki once again advised his followers to prepare for this “historic crash,” particularly highlighting silver and Ethereum as the two most practical and undervalued assets right now.

Why these two? He argues that silver and Ethereum not only serve as stores of value but also have industrial utility — silver in electronics and renewable energy, and Ethereum in powering decentralized financial applications and smart contracts.

“Study the pros and cons and usefulness of silver and Ethereum — from both haters and lovers — and then invest with your own financial wisdom,” Kiyosaki wrote. “That’s how you elevate your financial intelligence and get richer.”

Market Turmoil Reinforces Kiyosaki’s View

His dire warnings come amid one of the most volatile weeks in recent market history. Following the U.S. government’s announcement of 100% tariffs against China, global crypto and equity markets went into freefall.

Within an hour of the announcement:

• Bitcoin plummeted from $122,000, triggering over $6 billion in liquidations.

• Ethereum-backed tokens lost up to 89% of their value as order books thinned dramatically.

• Synthetic protocols like Ethena’s USDe, despite being solvent, were treated as junk collateral amid panic selling.

By the time the dust settled, nearly $19 billion in leveraged positions had been liquidated across exchanges.

To Kiyosaki, this was yet another sign that the global financial system is fragile — “built on paper promises and printed illusions.” Whether in traditional pension systems or digital markets, he believes today’s structures simply cannot withstand stress without collapsing.

His message remains consistent:

“Get into tangible, productive, or industrial assets — gold, silver, Bitcoin — before the next stormwave hits in 2025.”

Trump’s Tariffs Deepen the Market Panic

The immediate cause of the recent market chaos was President Donald Trump’s announcement on Truth Social, declaring 100% tariffs on “any and all critical software” imported from China.

The declaration triggered fears of a renewed trade war, and Beijing reportedly responded with an “extremely hostile letter to the world,” announcing large-scale export controls on key goods.

As panic spread:

• Bitcoin fell more than 10%, briefly dipping below $110,000 before recovering to $113,096.

• Ethereum dropped 11.2%, hitting $3,878.

• Other major cryptocurrencies also suffered — XRP fell 19%, Dogecoin 27%, and Cardano (ADA) 25%.

Bloomberg later confirmed that over $19 billion in crypto positions were wiped out within 24 hours.

The Bottom Line: A Call to “Get Real”

While critics often accuse Kiyosaki of alarmism, his consistent message over decades has been one of financial self-reliance. He argues that governments can print money but cannot print wealth — and that the real winners of tomorrow will be those who hold tangible assets with real-world use.

As Kiyosaki put it:

“For years I have been saying: save gold, silver, Bitcoin, and recently Ethereum. Today, I believe silver and Ethereum are the best because they’re not just stores of value — they’re useful in industry, and their prices are still low.”

In a world teetering between inflation and innovation, his call is clear: ditch paper promises, embrace real assets, and prepare for the crash of 2025.

With inputs from agencies

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