The electronic purse

David S. Laster and John Wenninger

Current Issues in Economics and Finance, 1995, vol. 1, issue Apr

Abstract: The electronic purse, a new payments instrument offering advantages to both consumers and merchants, may soon replace currency in many routine transactions. Widespread use of the electronic purse could, however, raise concerns about consumer protection and the safety and soundness of the instrument.

Keywords: Payment systems; Electronic funds transfers; Money (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 1995
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