Vitalik Buterin says Nordic cashless retreat proves Ethereum must be more resilient

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Vitalik Buterin said the Nordic retreat from cashless systems highlights why Ethereum must become resilient and private enough to function as a reliable fallback during real-world crises.

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May 25, 2025

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Cryptopolitan

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https://www.cryptopolitan.com/vitalik-ethereum-must-be-more-resilient

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Vitalik calls for a resilient and private Ethereum

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Vitalik wrote, “Cash turns out necessary as a backup. Ethereum needs to be resilient enough, and private enough, to be able to credibly play this kind of role.”

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Sweden and Norway are reversing their cashless policies due to war fears and digital fragility.

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