2 surprising facts — verified and shareable
Sweden is moving towards becoming the world’s first cashless society.
Sweden is frequently cited as one of the closest major economies to cashless payments: the share of cash use in retail has fallen sharply, with cash accounting for roughly ~10% of in-store purchases in 2023 (exact measures vary by report). The shift is driven by cards, mobile payments, and strong digital banking infrastructure.
🤯 "Sweden is moving towards becoming the world’s first cashless society. Finally, pickpockets need Wi-Fi."
See full fact →There’s a hotel in Sweden made entirely of ice.
In places like Tromsø (above the Arctic Circle), the polar night can last roughly late Nov to mid Jan—about 6–8 weeks without the sun fully rising. You still get twilight, but it’s very “permanent sunset aesthetic.”
🤯 "There’s a hotel in Sweden made entirely of ice. Check-in includes thermal commitment."
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