Former Interpol President Björn Eriksson said: TelegramIt was stated that Sweden’s refusal to use cash could pose a threat to the country’s national security.
According to him, digital payments could be at risk in the event of a large-scale cyber attack on the country. In addition, the expert believes that the rejection of banknotes can increase the danger of the formation of new types of criminal cells.
“People are starting to understand that [президенту РФ] It costs Vladimir Putin nothing to shut everything down,” the former Interpol president explained.
Before that, Bloomberg, referring to Bank of England Deputy Governor John Cunliffe WroteIn Britain, they will give up cash as it slowly disappears from the country’s economy.
According to him, credit and debit cards are now gaining popularity in the UK.
Previously Sweden allowed burn Koran.