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The European Central Bank is preparing the next euro banknote series more than 20 years after the launch of the first banknotes on 1 January 2002. “European culture” and “Rivers and birds” were chosen as possible themes.

Cash dominates in Pakistan. However, digital technologies and financial inclusion are transforming payments. This article analyzes the current use of cash, explores the factors influencing its demand, and assesses possible future scenarios.

A new paper explores the behavioral drivers for using cash or digital payments in Africa. The emotional driver is the only trait determining payment methods' use. Thus, policy should ensure the availability of payment alternatives, including cash.

There is a degree of heterogeneity in cash demand between the largest member states of the euro area. While developments of cash in circulation in Italy, France and Germany broadly followed the pattern traced by the euro area, there are deviations caused by local circumstances.

The European Central Bank is preparing the next euro banknote series more than 20 years after the launch of the first banknotes on 1 January 2002. Europeans are invited to express preferences on shortlisted themes in a public survey open until 31 August 2023.

Latest YouGov findings reveal 71% of the British public would support making it a legal requirement for businesses to accept cash.

CashEssentials launches two new initiatives, the Cash Academic Network and the Cash Associations’ Forum, aimed at building bridges within thecash community.

Numerous protests and petitions are calling for better access to and acceptance of cash worldwide. Could they reverse the decline in access to cash and help maintain its infrastructure?

The CashTech Innovation Awards aim to recognise innovations that facilitate access to and acceptance of cash and improve the cash cycle's overall efficiency. Submissions are open until 31 September 2023.

The smooth circulation of coins is a pain point in the cash cycle. The RBI innovates by deploying vending machines to enhance access to coins.

The digitisation of payment instruments increases the number of people in a situation of monetary exclusion. Digital payments have become essential to fully participate in socio-economic activities, although they are not accessible to all.

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