A Uniform Currency in a Cashless Economy

Staff Analytical Note 2020-7 (English)
Walter Engert, Ben Fung
March 2020
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A number of questions can arise when considering the implications of a cashless society. This note considers whether cash is necessary for a uniform currency.

Content Type(s): Staff research, Staff analytical notes
Research Topic(s): Bank notes, Digital currencies and fintech, Financial services, Payment clearing and settlement systems
JEL Code(s): E, E4, E41, E42, E5

DOI: https://doi.org/10.34989/san-2020-7