ICA annual general meeting and appointment of board
ICA members at annual general meeting have appointed their new board. The new leadership will prioritise the planning for the 2024 Global Currency Forum and providing further value to the membership through the work of the committees. Press release, October 18, 2023 – The International Currency Association (ICA), representing the global currency sector, held its […]
Cash is legal tender – ICA ready to engage with all stakeholders on new European Union legislation
The European Commission, the European Union’s legislator, has today published a proposal on the legal tender status of euro banknotes and coins. The International Currency Association (ICA), representing the global currency sector, applauds the body for proposing new legislation that mandates the acceptance of cash. “Ensure that retailers accept cash” is the first of the […]
ICA white paper on cash policy
ICA cash policy white paper with key recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders For over 5,000 years, cash has been the cornerstone of trade, the economy and society. Today, the ability of people to access and use cash is under threat. Global electronic payment companies, which make huge profits by selling customer data or by charging […]
ICA holds AGM and welcomes new chair and vice-chair for its board
The International Currency Association (ICA), representing the global currency sector, held its annual general meeting today. In order to allow as many members as possible from around the globe to participate, the meeting was held virtually. This was an opportunity to reflect on the exciting year that has passed, with the first-ever edition of the […]
Bundesdruckerei becomes a member of the ICA
The International Currency Association (ICA), the voice of the world’s currency sector, is delighted to announce that the German security solutions provider Bundesdruckerei GmbH has become a new member of the association. Bundesdruckerei is a trusted and innovative partner for governments and central banks worldwide. Its membership further signifies the ICA’s broadening footprint and representation […]
ICA announces Aristocraft International as a new member
ICA Chairman, Dr. Wolfram Seidemann, welcomed Aristocraft to the association stressing that “the decision by Aristocraft to join the ICA reflects our growing strength as the voice for the global currency industry and the value the ICA brings in advocating for the value of cash in the payments landscape of the future.” Upon acceptance of […]
ICA contribution to the reserve bank of australia consultation on its issues paper: ‘review of banknote distribution arrangements
ICA contribution to the Reserve Bank of Australia consultation on its issues paper: ‘Review of banknote distribution arrangements’ The International Currency Association (ICA) welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the RBA’s consultation on banknote distribution arrangements and commends the RBA for taking action on this crucial issue. Cash is an essential factor for personal freedom […]
ICA contribution to new zealand reserve bank consultation on its issues paper ‘the future of money – central bank digital currency.
ICA contribution to the New Zealand Reserve Bank consultation on its issues paper ‘The Future of Money – Central Bank Digital Currency’ Submitted in addition to the input to the electronic questionnaire via link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Future-of-money-CBDC The ICA takes the occasion of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s consultation on its discussion paper ‘The Future of […]
The UK can set a global benchmark to safeguard access to cash
The International Currency Association (ICA), representing the voice of the world’s currency sector, has confirmed its submission to the UK Treasury’s consultation on access to cash. The consultation seeks views on the UK government’s legislative proposals for protecting access to cash, including the proposal that geographic requirements be set to ensure the provision of withdrawal […]
The ICA announces new board to lead its next phase of development
The International Currency Association (ICA), representing the global currency sector, hosted its Annual General Meeting today in London. Held as a hybrid meeting, this was a unique opportunity for ICA members to come together both in person in London and virtually from around the world, to reflect on the association’s accomplishments over the past year […]