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IMF Warns: Cash's Survival Crucial for Financial Freedom

5/17/2025

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The IMF raises alarms about the potential demise of cash due to the rise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Experts urge the public to cling to cash, warning that a cashless society could pave the way for intrusive government surveillance and control over personal finances. Protecting cash is vital for safeguarding our financial freedom.

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The IMF raises alarms about the potential demise of cash due to the rise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Experts urge the public to cling to cash, warning that a cashless society could pave the way for intrusive government surveillance and control over personal finances. Protecting cash is vital for safeguarding our financial freedom.