The Cash News

LIVE From D.C.: The Global Future of Cash

Tom Meehan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-meehan/] and Brad Moody [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-moody-7b800729/] are LIVE from Washington D.C. at the Currency Research Banknote Conference discussing the future of cash, global currency innovation, payment choice, and why cash continues to play a critical role around the world.

The Future of Payments & Cash Operations with Jason Siemens

In this episode of The Cash News Podcast [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cash-news], Brad Moody sits down with Jason Siemens [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-siemens-1b31247/], President & CEO of NamSys Inc. [https://www.linkedin.com/company/namsysinc/], to discuss the evolving role of cash in today’s economy. From changing consumer payment habits and ATM trends to CIT operations, retailer demands, and the future of payment choice, Jason shares insights from working across the global cash ecosystem. The conversation explores how technology, convenience, inflation, and digital payments are reshaping the industry while reinforcing why cash still plays a critical role in financial accessibility, resilience, and economic stability. Listen in for an honest discussion on where the cash industry is headed and what businesses should be paying attention to next.

Cash Isn’t Going Anywhere: What Retailers Need to Know Now

In this episode of The Cash News Podcast [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-cash-news/%20], Brad Moody [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-moody-7b800729/] sits down with Siôn Roberts [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sionroberts/], President of DTS [https://www.linkedin.com/company/dtsconnex/], to discuss the current state of cash and what it means for retailers. They explore why cash continues to play a critical role despite the rise of digital payments, how usage varies across different regions and store types, and how consumer behavior is shaping the way cash flows through the retail environment. The conversation also dives into how retailers are adapting, balancing cost, efficiency, and visibility while rethinking traditional cash handling models. From cash-heavy environments to lower-volume stores, this episode highlights the growing need for flexible, practical approaches to managing cash and maintaining control across the entire ecosystem.

Cash Isn’t Dead: The Data Behind Payment Choice with Jeff Thinnes

Cash isn’t going away, but “cashless by default” is spreading fast. On this episode of The Cash News, Brad Moody, Tom Meehan, and Shaun Ferrari are joined by Jeff Thinnes, Founder & CEO of JTI and Cofounder/Advisor at the Payment Choice Coalition. They break down why the cash ecosystem needs a stronger, unified voice, what the Payment Choice Act is designed to do, and the new survey data that challenges the myth that Americans are done with cash. Plus, real-world examples of what happens when systems go down and cash becomes the only reliable option.

Cash Is Growing Where It Matters Most: A Global Reality Check

In this new episode of The Cash News Podcast, Tom, Shaun, and Brad take a step back from the U.S. and European lens to explore what’s really happening with cash around the world. While digital payments continue to expand, much of the developing world is seeing continued growth in cash usage, not decline. From Africa and Latin America to parts of Asia, cash remains essential for everyday transactions, creating new challenges around infrastructure, vault capacity, currency production, and logistics. The team discusses why volume matters more than value when it comes to cash, the realities of deploying digital payment systems in cash-intensive economies, and why education, trust, and infrastructure are often the biggest barriers to adoption. They also explore real-world examples of what works, what doesn’t, and why there is no one-size-fits-all solution for the future of payments. A timely conversation on resilience, inclusion, and the evolving global cash ecosystem.