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Burning Cash for Fuel in Hungary
During a deadly cold snap, Hungary’s central bank is helping heat needy humanitarian organizations by pulping wads of old notes into briquettes which is a gesture that had warmed the hearts and bodies of many. Krisztina Haraszti, the head of a centre for autistic children in the impoverished north-eastern town of Miskolc said “It’s a [...]
Oman Issues New High Security Banknote
The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) unveiled its latest banknote this month, a new 50-rial bill. Aside from commemorating the 40th National Day, the day Sultan Qaboos bin Said overthrew the restrictive rule of his father in 1970 and also the sultan’s birthday, the new banknote also features several upgraded security features. The new features [...]
Year of the Dragon Banknote
The Chinese New Year is less than two weeks away and both the Banco da China and the Banco Nacional Ultramarino have reportedly issued a new 10-pataca (US$1.25) note to commemorate the upcoming Year of the Dragon. The annual measures were rolled at the start of the year – as Chinese New Year arrives earlier [...]
Behind The Scenes of the New Canadian Banknote
With just a few weeks to go before the first banknotes from Canada’s new series enters into circulation, here’s a behind the scenes look at the development of the new polymer notes. The development of Canada’s new polymer banknote series began nearly five years ago at the Bank of Canada. An advanced team of engine [...]
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