Banxico plans to reduce cash and promote digital payments in businesses
The Bank of Mexico is proposing reforms to enhance electronic transfers, making them more intuitive and accessible for mobile users.
Goodbye to cash: Sheinbaum announces mandatory card payments for tolls and gasoline this year
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that payments for gasoline and tolls will become mandatory digital transactions this year, in a move to advance the country's digitization efforts.
2026 World Cup will 'transform' banking and electronic payments in Mexico: director of Mercado Pago
The 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico is expected to significantly boost the adoption of digital payments, according to the director of Mercado Pago, who highlights the benefits over cash transactions for both safety and convenience.
Let's Talk About Money: 'The Abandonment of Paper and Coins Destroys Our Relationship with Money'
Björn Eriksson, spokesperson for the Swedish initiative 'Kontantupproret', advocates for increased cash payments in light of a new law that could require some businesses to accept cash in Sweden.
Preparation for Crisis or War: Swedes Required to Have Cash at Home for a Week, Stores Must Accept It
The Swedish government is urging people to keep cash at home for emergencies and is proposing a mandate for shops to accept cash payments, reflecting concerns over potential cyberattacks.
A BBC expert issues new warning to anyone paying in cash, explaining ‘not your responsibility'
A BBC expert warns about the risks of using cash for payments as many shops move to electronic transactions.
Sweden urges people to keep cash for emergencies
The Swedish central bank has recommended that households hold cash for emergencies, amidst a trend of decreased cash usage in the country.
Why does Sweden advise its citizens to keep cash at home?
Sweden's central bank recommends citizens keep cash at home despite the country's push towards a cashless economy, highlighting concerns over reliance on digital payments during emergencies.
Aldama secretly delivers the PDVSA envelope requested by the judge investigating the PSOE cash payments
Victor de Aldama has secretly submitted a document linked to PDVSA to a Spanish judge investigating alleged illegal financing of the Socialist Party (PSOE).
Complete Payment Chaos on Viking Gabriella
Passengers on the Viking Gabriella ferry report a complete payment chaos, where card and digital payments are not accepted, leading many to rely on cash that is unavailable.
The Government eliminates a social plan, announced that it will pay the last installment in April and then there will be vouchers
The Argentine government has announced the termination of the Volver al Trabajo program effective April, replacing cash payments with vouchers for vocational training.
Rentals: What changes from April 1 – the 'gift' is lost and discounts for cash payments
Starting April 1, 2026, payment of rent through bank accounts will be mandatory in Greece, impacting cash payment incentives for tenants and landlords.
ATD Proposes Decision to Increase Advance Payments for Regional Public Transport Carriers
The Autotransport Directorate (ATD) in Latvia has proposed an urgent increase in advance payments for regional public transport carriers to ensure their cash flow amid rising fuel prices influenced by instability in the Middle East.
Banknote Design: Winston Churchill Becomes an Animal
The UK is seeing a significant decline in cash payments, with cash now representing only nine percent of transactions, yet banknotes featuring historical figures like Winston Churchill remain in circulation.
Preferably with cash for the Friday party. The largest banks report night outages
Major Czech banks will undergo overnight outages affecting online payments and mobile transactions this weekend, urging customers to use cash instead.
The Paradox of Cash in a Digital Mexico
Despite having advanced payment infrastructure, cash remains the primary payment method in Mexico, highlighting the slow adoption of digital financial services.
Keyamo approves cash, card payments at airports after traffic chaos
The Nigerian Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, has approved a hybrid payment system at airports to address traffic congestion caused by the previous cashless system.
HSBC announces £500 payments into customers' accounts from today
HSBC UK is offering up to £500 cashback for customers who deposit or transfer funds into cash ISAs and Stocks and Shares ISAs until May 2026.
DRC: The government acknowledges delays in civil servants' salary payments
The Congolese government admits to delays in salary payments for civil servants due to cash flow issues.
Unauthorized cash flows from FC Bayern: Government of Upper Bavaria examines disciplinary proceedings against Mayor Dieter Reiter
The Bavarian government is considering disciplinary proceedings against Munich's mayor, Dieter Reiter, for failing to report payments received from FC Bayern.
After hearing about another proposed restriction, a representative of entrepreneurs couldn't help but say, 'It’s disgusting to listen to.'
A representative of entrepreneurs in Lithuania expressed frustration over a proposed law to lower cash payment limits from 5,000 to 3,000 euros and to prohibit cash transactions between companies.
Sweden, the Country That Almost Never Uses Cash, Asks Its Citizens to Keep Cash at Home Due to Possible Payment Crises
Sweden's central bank has advised citizens to keep cash at home amid concerns over potential payment system crises.
Toll Increases on Panamericana and Acceso Oeste: Cash Payments Will Cost More Than Double
The government of Argentina has approved significant toll increases on the Panamericana and Acceso Oeste highways, effective March 7, 2026, impacting users differently depending on their payment method.
Reggio Emilia, orthopedic surgeon arrested: “In the hospital he received cash payments for consultations”
An orthopedic surgeon in Reggio Emilia was arrested for accepting cash payments from patients in a hospital setting.
Papua New Guinea offers cash for guns as amnesty opens to combat escalating tribal violence
Papua New Guinea has launched a national campaign to encourage residents to surrender illegal firearms by offering cash payments amid rising tribal violence.
How much cash should we have at home? What is reasonable and what is excessive
The article discusses the appropriate amount of cash that households in Greece should keep at home amid rising digital payment use and occasional concerns over banking stability.
Buses in Chapecó will no longer accept cash payments; see what changes for passengers
Cash payments for public transportation in Chapecó will be phased out starting mid-March, with new payment methods introduced.
Cashless Policy: FAAN Announces Four Payment Options at Airports
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria introduces four digital payment methods to enhance efficiency and eliminate cash transactions at airport access gates as part of its cashless initiative.
DWP announces new cash payments starting April 2026 - what you need to know
The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will introduce a new Crisis and Resilience Fund in April 2026 to replace the Household Support Fund, aiming to provide much-needed financial assistance to those in need.
Goodbye to the penny: Florida debates bill SB 1074 to round cash payments
The Florida Senate has passed bill SB 1074, proposing to round cash payments due to the halting of penny production in the U.S.
Cash can be expensive: The State Audit Office named the danger
The State Audit Office warns that increasing cash payment limits in Lithuania could weaken financial accountability and transparency.
Toll on the Sol and West Highways Increases by 43% with Heavy Penalty for Cash Payments
The toll for the Sol and West highways in Argentina will increase by 43% in March, with significant penalties for cash payments.
From March, the limit for withdrawing money from ATMs will change: how much can be withdrawn
In Argentina, changes to ATM withdrawal limits will be implemented in March, reflecting the growing preference for digital transactions over cash.
Exemption from the cash register – limit, exclusions, payment methods
The article discusses the details regarding exemptions from cash register requirements in Poland.
Will cash payments be eliminated at Toll Plazas?
The article discusses the potential end of cash payments at Indian toll plazas.
Preparation to End Cash Payments at Toll Plazas, Payments Will Only Be Made via FASTag or UPI
The Indian National Highways Authority is planning to completely end cash payments at national highway toll plazas by April 1, 2026, switching exclusively to digital payment methods like FASTag and UPI.
DWP Cold Weather Payments MAPPED: Check your area as 1.5 million homes get cash
1.5 million households in the UK have received £25 Cold Weather Payments to help with heating bills due to prolonged sub-zero temperatures this winter.
The Bank of France "will never abandon" cash, assures François Villeroy de Galhau
François Villeroy de Galhau, Governor of the Bank of France, asserted that cash will always be available in France despite its declining usage.
Self-test in Cashland: How to pay with a chip on your fingernail
A German journalist tests a fingernail NFC chip for payments over three weeks, experiencing reactions from cashiers and exploring the practicality of the technology in a cash-driven society.
Waiting in line for them to take out their wallet: They are not old-fashioned - The 6 virtues of those who pay in cash
The article explores the personality traits of individuals who prefer cash transactions over digital payments, highlighting their unique characteristics that differentiate them in ways that may be surprising.
Cash Loses Ground: Digital Wallets Surpass 50% Adoption in Mexico
Digital wallets in Mexico have surpassed 50% adoption among mobile phone users, driven by the rise of e-commerce and a demand for contactless payment experiences.
Most on Cash Protection: If There Is Sufficient Support from Citizens, We Are Ready for a Referendum
The Croatian political party Most is pushing to secure constitutional protection for cash payments but has failed to gather enough parliamentary support for the initiative, citing lack of backing from major parties.
K. Vaitiekūnas says that the Government has withdrawn its proposal to increase the cash payment limit
K. Vaitiekūnas announced that the Lithuanian Government has retracted its proposal to raise the cash payment limit, responding to arguments from law enforcement agencies.
Monica Cash Celebrates ₦500 Billion+ in Transactions as Nigerians Embrace Safer, Faster Crypto-to-Naira Payments
Monica Cash has surpassed ₦500 billion in transactions, highlighting the increasing adoption of cryptocurrency in Nigeria for secure and fast payments.
Digital payments account for 43% of fuel sales—Moniepoint
A recent study by Moniepoint reveals that digital payments now comprise 43% of fuel transactions in Nigeria's oil sector, highlighting a significant move away from cash.
Illinois city hands out $25K cash payments to 44 Black residents through reparations program
Evanston, Illinois, has started delivering $25,000 reparations payments to 44 Black residents as part of a historic program established to address injustices faced by Black individuals in the community.
Discussion on Bonus Payments: VW Financial Chief Responds to Criticism
Volkswagen's financial chief addresses concerns over potential bonuses for executives following a surprising increase in the company's cash inflow to six billion euros.
Church employees demand cash payments from Romani people – convicted of breach of official duties
Two employees of a parish in southwestern Finland were fined for treating Romani clients unequally by demanding cash payments for services related to funeral arrangements.
Cold Weather Payments weeks left for DWP scheme - full cash postcodes list
The UK government is set to end Cold Weather Payments on March 31, with many areas already receiving financial assistance amidst winter conditions.
Cash payments may be reduced for everyone
Opposition members propose a law to limit cash payments to €3,000 in an effort to reduce the shadow economy in Lithuania.