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The future of banking: Living in a cashless society
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As the world becomes increasingly cashless, it may actually get easier to budget and save.
A digital financial life also comes with a level of security you just can’t get when paying with cash.
Going cashless makes online shopping easy and safe; skip the queues while protecting yourself from identity theft.
A cashless society also provides us with plenty of great investment opportunities that wouldn’t otherwise exist.
Gaby Pilson
Gaby Pilson is a writer, educator, travel guide, and lover of all things personal finance. She’s passionate about helping people feel empowered to take control of their financial lives by making investing, budgeting, and money-saving resources accessible to everyone.
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