Is China Ready for a Cashless Future?

China was the first country in the world to use paper money. Will it be the first to abandon it?

by Dominic Ngai, 30 March 2018

Change Your Bank Card Before It Stops Working on May 1

Make sure you have the right debit card before China disables swiping on this type of card.

by That's, 26 April 2017

Explainer: Why You Get 1 RMB Coins in Shanghai But Bills in Beijing

Ever wonder why you always get one yuan, five mao and one mao coins in Shanghai but in Beijing you get bills instead?

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 12 October 2014

China Sets New Limits on QR Code Payments, Overseas ATM Withdrawals

The limit goes into effect on January 1, 2018.

by That's, 31 December 2017

Big Changes Coming to Chinese Banks Tomorrow

Find out how the new rules will affect your account.

by That's, 30 November 2016

What You Need to Know About Those New QR Code Payment Limits

Here's what you need to know about the new trial regulations on QR code payments set to go into effect on April 1, 2018.

by That's, 04 January 2018

PHOTOS: Brand New RMB Banknotes Set to Release This Year

The crisp new bills will feature more advanced anti-counterfeit technology and brighter color tones.

by Tristin Zhang, 30 April 2019

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