No Cash Day encourages Italians – 91% of whom use cash for transactions – to use electronic transfers for purchases. The event is an attempt to raise awareness of physical currency's various pitfalls.

A global survey from Nielsen has discovered that 54% of people from around the world prefer to pay with their card rather than cash. As the world becomes more digitised and mobile payments grow, could we see the end of cash?

As part of its Uncarrier repositioning, T-Mobile is launching into the banking business with a pre-paid debit card and banking app. But if people aren't willing to trust banks with their cash, why should they trust a telecoms provider?

American Express is synonymous with privilege and luxury – so its latest venture may seem surprising. Its Bluebird Bank helps Americans let down by traditional banking, who may not even have a bank account. What's driving the makers of the Black Card to bank the unbanked?