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Astrid Mitchell

23 Dec. 2025

2 min read

Investing in Cash Production

Below are some of the central banks, printworks, and substrate makers that have either recently concluded major investments in expansion or new facilities, are in the process, or planning to do so.

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Astrid Mitchell

23 Dec. 2025

2 min read

Increased Demand for Coins in Australia, But No Banknotes

The Royal Australian Mint (RAM), which celebrated its 60th anniversary this year, sent over 131 million circulating coins with a face value of A$75.37 million into the Australian economy during FY 2024/25, nearly three times the 47.7 million coins issued the previous year.

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Astrid Mitchell

23 Dec. 2025

2 min read

Cash Security Leaders Join Forces

Following a Letter of Intent signed in July, Oberthur Cash Protection and Feerica have completed their strategic merger, forming Oberthur Feerica. This follows the acquisition of Feerica from its owner, the holding company Zelosodisseia, financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Companies

Astrid Mitchell

23 Dec. 2025

1 min read

Turkmenistan’s New Banknotes Symbolise Peace

The Central Bank of Turkmenistan has unveiled a new series of banknotes, designed and printed by De La Rue on SAFEGUARD® polymer, to coincide with 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan’s recognition as a permanently neutral state.

Banknotes

Alex Sadler

28 Nov. 2025

2 min read

Farewell to the US Penny

After 232 years of continuous production, the US penny (or one cent coin) has finally ceased to roll off the presses for circulation. The US Mint hosted a ceremonial strike event at its Philadelphia facility in mid-November, with United States Treasurer Brandon Beach striking the final circulating penny coin.

Coins

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

1 min read

Banknote Conference Coming in May

Although the 2026 Banknote Conference (11-14 May 2026) is still nearly six months out, Currency Research has announced the first tranche of speakers who’ll be appearing in Washington DC.

Events

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

3 min read

Stepping Forward with Cash Processing Solutions

Giesecke+Devrient is continuing to invest in its cash processing solutions and, at its Currency Technology Symposium this summer, presented the latest evolution of the well-known high-speed system – the BPS® Mevo® series – and the complementary solution for smaller cash centres – the all-new BPS® C7.

Technology

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

2 min read

Shaping the Future of Circulating Coins

The Coin Conference 2026 will take centre stage next year as a key part of the industry’s event calendar. The event, organised by the publishers of Currency News, brings together experts to tackle critical challenges facing coin production and circulation in the context of a rapidly-evolving payments eco-system.

Coins Events

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

2 min read

New Metallisation Facility a Leap Forward in Throughput and Energy Saving

Hueck Folien – specialists in applied security features and threads for banknotes – has successfully commissioned a new high-vacuum vapour deposition facility at its headquarters in Baumgartenberg, Austria. The €8.6 million investment, announced in September 2024, includes both a new metallisation system and associated infrastructure upgrades, and marks a major advance in the company’s production of high-performance coatings for the security sector.

Companies

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

4 min read

What We Can Learn from the Dying Days of the Cheque

Life used to be so simple. You could pay with cash, with a cheque or with a wire transfer. Today the number of payment options is big, and getting bigger, as ‘bank money’ fragments into a myriad of different products and payment rails. In addition, add in crypto currency, stablecoins and CBDCs. Where will it all end?

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Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

1 min read

New Banknote Launch for Fiji

The Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) is preparing to launch a completely new series of Fijian dollar (FJD, $) banknotes in a major refresh that reflects both technical advances and an updated national vision. The formal unveiling will take place on 2 December in the capital, Suva, by the President of Fiji, HE Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu, and the new notes are scheduled to enter circulation from 2 January 2026.

Banknotes

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

5 min read

News in Brief

Korea Minting, Security Printing & ID Card Operating Corporation (KOMSCO) has released two more currency-themed goods made from recycled currency by-products, following the launch of the Money Pen, Money Keyring, and Money Envelope earlier this year.

News

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

4 min read

The Banknote of the Future

Dr Andrzej Nowak, Head of Open Innovation at SICPA, presented at the Future of Cash conference in Warsaw in November about what a radical banknote of the future could look like.

Banknotes

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

2 min read

SICPA Supports Mine-to-Market Visibility

SICPA leveraged its security ink and traceability expertise to launch BullionProtect® in 2020, designed to prevent counterfeit gold bars being mistaken for genuine ones. Jointly developed with refiner and coating specialist Metalor Technologies, in line with LBMA (London Bullion Market Association) guidance, the integrated solution comprises a security image applied directly to the bar and bespoke validation devices.

Companies

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

12 min read

MoneyBox – Reinventing Banknotes to Empower Young Learners Around the World

In last month’s Currency News™, we reported on a new programme for financial inclusion called MoneyBox. In this interview, we provide more detail on this far-sighted and far-reaching initiative.

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Aftab Baloch

28 Nov. 2025

4 min read

An Analysis of the Cash Cycle in Pakistan

Cash processing plays a crucial role in Pakistan’s financial system, ensuring liquidity, security, and public confidence in an economy where physical currency remains widely used. Despite the growing adoption of digital financial services and a determined push by the government to reduce dependency on cash, it continues to dominate daily transactions, particularly in the informal sector (which generates over 40% of GDP).

Features

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

2 min read

Nominations Invited for IACA Banknote Awards

The International Association for Currency Affairs (IACA) has announced that the nomination period for the 2026 Excellence in Currency Awards is now open.

Awards

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

3 min read

CashTech 2025 – Where Cash and Digital Solutions Intersect

The Coin Conference 2026 will take centre stage next year as a key part of the industry’s event calendar. The event, organised by the publishers of Currency News, brings together experts to tackle critical challenges facing coin production and circulation in the context of a rapidly-evolving payments eco-system.

Awards

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

4 min read

Security is Top Priority at MAP 2025

The Mint and Print (MAP) conference 2025, held from 11 to 13 November in Istanbul, reiterated the message: cash remains a vital pillar of monetary stability and national sovereignty, even as payment methods become increasingly digital.

Events

Astrid Mitchell

28 Nov. 2025

4 min read

Cash Cycle Seminars Turns 30

Since its founding in 1995, the Cash Cycle Seminar organised by Currency Research (CR) has brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of cash. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the 2025 seminar in Bali, Indonesia, adopted the theme ‘Cash Cycle 360: Redefining Resilience with Technology & Trust’, bringing together over 150 delegates from 64 organisations, including 20 central and commercial banks, and 24 CIT companies.

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