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The Death of Cash & The Rise of Privacy Physical Banknotes as "Freedom Assets" in the Era of the CBDC (2026 Strategic Report) Date: January 2026Subject: The Emergence of Physical Currency as a Non-Correlated "Freedom Asset" Class The financial landscape of 2026 is defined by a singular, overarching tension: the collision between the digitization of sovereign currency and the individual’s demand for financial privacy. As global central banks transition from the theoretical exploration …

The Ultimate Guide to Polymer Banknotes: The Tech, The Security, and The Future of Money For centuries, money was paper. Now, it's plastic. That flimsy-feeling, futuristic banknote in your wallet is one of the most advanced pieces of technology you own. This transformation from fibrous cotton to slick polymer is not a gimmick; it is a calculated, high-tech upgrade on a global scale, fundamentally redefining what currency can and should be. The revolution began as a response to a crisis. By the …