Today, we take a look back at some of the top stories between January and June 2023.

January: British Cash Use Rises as Budgets Tighten

Cash use in the UK rose for the first time in over a decade as more Brits discovered physical money could help them improve control of their finances, following an international trend of younger generations budgeting with cash.

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February: Kenyans Turn to Cash to Fight Cashless Fees

Kenyans chose to withdraw and spend cash in preference to using cashless options due to high transaction fees, with business owners calling on the government to revise charges and encourage greater payment choice.

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