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Will Thailand's $13.7 billion digital money handout propel its economy

Thailand's government, led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, has announced a significant economic stimulus plan involving digital cash handouts worth $13.7 billion. This plan aims to boost the economy by distributing 10,000 baht (approximately $275) in digital money to about 50 million eligible Thais. The handout

Demonstrative Picture of fiat currencies from different nations

Fiat Currency: Will it sink or rise to the challenges of the 21st Century?

In an increasingly digital world, cash is finding it hard to retain its dominance as the preferred transaction method. This could be majorly attributed to the age-old problem of counterfeiting and the rise of technology to replace cash transactions. Fake banknotes continue to plague economies globally, with criminal networks producing