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cashless transactions

Gif showing a US dollar bill turning into the symbol for contactless card payments
Economic Empowerment

How it pays to innovate

We are heading towards a future where cash will surely be used less and less.

Photo illustration of US dollar bills and coins.
Economic Empowerment

Hard Numbers: Americans use less cash, Africans heart mobile money, Indians accept fees, Norwegians cash out

Only 41% of Americans say they don't use cash for any purchases in a given week.

AI’s role in wildfire detection, healthcare, and education
UN General Assembly

AI’s role in wildfire detection, healthcare, and education

From detecting wildfires before they spread to giving doctors more time with patients, AI is opening new possibilities for how technology can serve the public good. Speaking on a Global Stage panel during the 81st UN General Assembly, Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith explores how AI is being applied across climate, health care, and education.

Line chart comparing non-cash transactions volume in 5 global regions from 2019 to 2023.
Economic Empowerment

The Graphic Truth: The world needs less cash

We compare non-cash transactions volume in 5 global regions from 2019 to 2023.

Are we entering a post-dollar world?
by ian bremmer

Are we entering a post-dollar world?

Short answer: No. Long answer: Also no.