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Frane Maroević on the Future of Cash: Interview in De La Rue’s Going Beyond

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Cash Is Essential for Europe’s Sovereignty, Resilience, Inclusion and Freedom of Choice

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Stronger Together – Reflections on GCF 2026

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Statement from Frane Maroević, Director General, International Currency Association, on the 20 October payments outage

“Yesterday, a power fault at a single data centre in London left millions of people unable to pay by card, transfer money or withdraw cash from their app. Drivers could ...

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ICA launches Women in Currency initiative

On 15 October 2026, the International Currency Association (ICA) held the first ICA Women in Currency gathering at the margins of the Intergraf conference in Copenhagen. Look at a photo ...

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ICA members elect new Board

The Board brings together leaders from across the currency industry, with members from each of the ICA’s membership categories: Medium & Large Currency Members Marilou Robinson, Chief Executive Officer, Canadian ...

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Frane Maroević on the Future of Cash: Interview in De La Rue’s Going Beyond

This interview was originally published in De La Rue’s Going Beyond newsletter, October 2026 edition. Republished with thanks to De La Rue. As Director General of the International Currency Association ...

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Beyond the Cost Debate: Measuring the Value of Cash for Society

Originally published in Currency News™, September 2026. Article by John Winchcombe. Reproduced with kind permission of Reconnaissance International. ‘Beyond the Cost Debate’: A Multidimensional Approach to Quantify the Value of ...

Cash Is Essential For Europe's Sovereignty, Resilience, Inclusion and Freedom of Choice
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Cash Is Essential for Europe’s Sovereignty, Resilience, Inclusion and Freedom of Choice

Cash is far more than just a means of payment, it is a cornerstone of our monetary system that ensures sovereignty, freedom of choice, privacy, and financial inclusion – and ...

Member representatives networking and sharing ideas during an International Currency Association event focused on innovation, resilience, and the future of cash.
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Building the Future of Cash: Sustainability, Trust and Collective Action

Monday focused on two key priorities: sustainability and cash promotion. The plenary room was full for the workshop by the ICA Sustainability Committee. Chaired by Alexandra Peppmeier, industry, central bankers, ...

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Cash brings more to the economy than it costs

Published in Handelsblatt, Germany Study – Cash brings more to the economy than it costs A team of researchers has found that the costs associated with cash are significantly lower ...

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Navigating the Complexities of Scope 3 Emissions: Lessons from Our Member Exchange

Accurate carbon tracking across the supply chain requires a decisive shift from high-level financial spend data to granular operational figures, supported by robust internal governance and collaborative supplier relationships. The ...

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Statement from Frane Maroević, Director General, International Currency Association, on the 20 October payments outage

“Yesterday, a power fault at a single data centre in London left millions of people unable to pay by card, transfer money or withdraw cash from their app. Drivers could ...

  • Announcement, News, Press Release

ICA launches Women in Currency initiative

On 15 October 2026, the International Currency Association (ICA) held the first ICA Women in Currency gathering at the margins of the Intergraf conference in Copenhagen. Look at a photo ...

  • News, Press Release

ICA members elect new Board

The Board brings together leaders from across the currency industry, with members from each of the ICA’s membership categories: Medium & Large Currency Members Marilou Robinson, Chief Executive Officer, Canadian ...