Money is one of the few things on Earth that has undergone minimal evolution over the centuries. We still rely on physical cash and digital transactions, and honestly, I'm content with that. The idea of cryptocurrency becoming a widely accepted medium of exchange is more of a dream than a reality at this point.
It's not widely discussed, but our society is gradually moving towards a cashless future, driven by the puppeteers of the banking world and politics. Sweden is one European country where cash is likely to become extinct first. I have a friend who has lived there for over two decades, and he has witnessed this shift firsthand.
In some places, they even ridicule you for attempting to pay with cash. In my small and less advanced country, we still heavily rely on cash, despite Morgan Freeman's bank commercials urging us to let go of it. Cash enables a significant level of tax evasion, and surprisingly, I don't mind that, considering taxation as theft. Now, before you label me as a conspiracy theorist, let me share a thought-provoking short clip about the potential implications of digital cash, known as the "mark of the beast" (RFID chip-based payments).
I must admit, I'm not religious. In fact, I believe that the Bible contains a lot of misleading information and has been used for centuries to manipulate the masses. However, the concern arises when we contemplate a future where we might be coerced or forced to accept RFID chip-based payments, jeopardizing our fundamental rights. And don't underestimate the power of the masses' compliance, as we've witnessed during the COVID-19 vaccination campaigns.
As an advocate for a world of possibilities, I don't think relying solely on cash, digital currencies, or crypto is the answer. We need options. However, if you watch the short clip I shared, you'll realize that our current range of choices could potentially be taken away from us. While most of us haven't encountered payment denials yet, imagine a future where the only way to buy groceries is through a digital currency facilitated by an RFID chip implanted beneath your skin. It's undeniably eerie.
Though it may not happen in my lifetime, nothing should be dismissed. Now, to address my own #askleo question today, no, I won't completely embrace a cashless lifestyle, regardless of how far we progress. Even crypto doesn't provide the same level of privacy and freedom that cash offers. As I mentioned earlier, I value having options.
Thanks for your attention,
Adrian