Champaign Voices

Central Banks Explore Digital Currencies; People Immediately Hide Cash in Freezers

Published: June 15, 2026

Policymakers discussed central bank digital currencies as a modern payment rail, while a significant portion of the public heard 'they're coming for the twenties under the mattress.' What do you think?

“My money is cold and offline. As God intended.”

“Digital dollars sound like gift cards for the whole country.”

“I'll use it when my aunt figures out the app.”