At least one Scandinavian country will be home cashless by December 31, 2029.

CreatedCreation date

Oct 13, 2026Oct 13, 2026, 06:27 AM UTC

ResolvesResolution date

Dec 31, 2029Dec 31, 2029, 11:59 PM UTC

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Scandinavian countries like Sweden and Norway have been at the forefront of the global shift towards digital payments, with cash usage dwindling significantly.…

Scandinavian countries like Sweden and Norway have been at the forefront of the global shift towards digital payments, with cash usage dwindling significantly. However, recent reports indicate a potential 'backflip' in this trend, with concerns over cyberwarfare and national security leading some Nordic nations to reconsider their reliance on digital-only systems and even implement protections for cash.

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tbsnews.net

Evidence estimate

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35%

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AI 35%

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Forecast by komapc · opened Oct 13, 2026 · resolves Dec 31, 2029 · 0 forecasters · evidence estimate 35% · open for forecasts.

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Creation date

Oct 13, 2026, 06:27 AM UTC

Resolution date

Dec 31, 2029, 11:59 PM UTC

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