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Re:Physical cash is dying–and you don't need to be a conspir... by Gare on Saturday February 03, 2024 @11:46AM (#39242046)
This is called CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency) and it is being worked on. But there are concerns about state surveillance and misuse.
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Re:Physical cash is dying–and you don't need to be a conspir... by lobocinza on Saturday February 03, 2024 @10:30PM (#39247278)
CBDCs are a pandora box that once opened will not be closed. At best they will use for massive surveillance which is already scary.
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