On the other hand, people do want more information, so it is the task of a central bank to offer this in an appropriate way. We see counterfeit prevention as an ongoing requirement. Regular updates of information with respect to the techniques used by counterfeiters are crucial.
They stimulate competition, and increase the diversity of available financial services, generally at transactional lower costs, improved quality and potentially lower interest rates 4. This in turn positively affects household savings and consumption and the availability of credit to businesses, leading to gains in employment and standards of living.