Research and Methodology

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Physical Money Carries Fewer Health Risks Than Many Assume

Despite persistent concerns about germs on cash, new research finds the risk of illness from handling coins and banknotes is far lower than most people believe, with infectious transmission through money now considered extremely rare

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NumisMaster Pricing Database Moves to NGC and PMG Ownership

The NumisMaster pricing database has been sold to NGC and PMG, marking a major shift for collectors who rely on its data. Active Interest Media will continue publishing Numismatic News, World Coin News, and Bank Note Reporter with ongoing pricing updates

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Why Financial Stress Tests May Not Reveal True Institutional Risks

Banks routinely test capital, liquidity, and cyber resilience, but these exercises may not capture how institutions actually perform under real-world pressure, raising questions about operational readiness and decision-making in crisis scenarios

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