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The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced plans to redesign euro banknotes, working with European citizens in a process that is expected to lead to a final decision in 2024.

Worldwide, Uber accepts cash payments in more than 400 cities; however, some governments have restricted cash payments, eliminating the option for many riders. New research based on a number of experiments in Mexico, reveals that cash payments for Uber rides account for a consumer surplus of 50 percent

As the number of bank-operated ATMs continues to decline in France, new solutions are enabling access to cash throughout the territory. ATMs are due to be installed in tobacco shops as part of a pilot programme.

Amandine Blier, Communication Manager at Citéco and a jury member of the IMAGINE CURRENCY photo contest, shares her vision of the future of money. Discover her questions, her doubts, but also her favourite ideas!

While travel restrictions continue to take glide, CashEssentials takes you on a trip to live out of your suitcase – or rather, your wallet – as we travel through banknotes and give you a glimpse of fascinating places and attractions.

The IMAGINE CURRENCY photo contest is still ongoing and designer of banknote security elements, Reto Karrer, shares his tips and inspirations to help you make your unique creations possible.

The IMAGINE CURRENCY photo contest invites you to create your own currency to serve the message of your choice. This highly creative exercise is particularly suited to those who are adept at the art of photomontage.

CashEssentials is extending its photo contest submissions until September 29. Don't miss out your chance to create your currency and win exciting prizes!

Philippe Assalit, jury member of the IMAGINE CURRENCY competition and plastician photographer, shares his artistic take on banknote design and creations.

Carlos Almenar-Diaz, jury member of the IMAGINE CURRENCY competition and founder of Banknote Art Concept, talks cash, banknote design and more! He also shares his tips for creating a banknote for the IMAGINE CURRENCY photo competition.

After continuous years of success, CashEssentials is running its fourth photo contest where you’re invited to use your imagination to create a new banknote or coin currency using images! Join now and win exciting camera prizes!

This LGBTQ+ Pride month, the Bank of England launched a new £50 note depicting Alan Turing, mathematician, cryptographer, and father of modern computing, unjustly treated for being gay.