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The Case for Cash

Astrid Mitchell
Astrid Mitchell · Editor
The Case for Cash

We are all familiar with the earnest reasons for using cash. But what other benefits are there?

  • Cash by the people, for the people. It is class-less – used by kings and paupers alike
  • It’s free 
  • Its waterproof
  • It’s safe from cybercrime
  • You can use it without any kit or connection, no third party is involved
  • It’s great for birthdays, Christmas, Diwali etc.
  • Once you’ve paid, you’ve paid. Its immediate, simple, fast, private
  • It is the ultimate sustainable product. It is the definition of a circular economy, going around and around and then back to the central bank to be reused
  • It’s retro. Retro is cool
  • Nothing connects people like paying in cash. Little distances people more than tap and go or self-check out
  • It teaches your children to count and value

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