Bundesbank Figures: More Counterfeit Money in Circulation Again
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Digitalisation is changing the way cash is handled, as is the case with counterfeiters. Despite an increase in counterfeit money, the probability of being affected remains low. The focus has shifted to hundreds and fifties.
According to the Bundesbank, more counterfeit banknotes have been discovered in the first half of the year. The 50-euro note has been reproduced the most frequently. The bank warns against passing on discovered false notes.
It is the 50 euro note most frequently: the Bundesbank has withdrawn tens of thousands of counterfeit banknotes from circulation in the first half of the year. Already in 2024, the number of flowers had increased significantly.
In Germany, less counterfeit money is discovered than in other European countries. However, consumers should be careful, because counterfeiters concentrate on a particularly frequently used appearance.
The number of counterfeit banknotes is increasing – especially 50 euro bills are being affected. A curious case at the border shows how bold criminals are now taking action. The article More counterfeit money in circulation: Why the counterfeiters are targeting particularly common banknotes first appeared on sales.
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