In ancient times, commodities such as shells, cigarettes or silk, were used as means of payment. While the so-called barter system is long gone, even physical payments disappear more and more. Banknotes lose their importance, while cashless payments and cryptocurrencies gain ground. What does this change mean for national identities and individual experiences of Europe’s youth? During the EUSTORY Next Generation Summit in Prague, our editors asked around.
Liliana is a Bulgarian who recently obtained her Master's in European integration and diplomacy of the European Union. Passionate about travelling, photography and discovering the hidden gems of Europe, she has been part of the Editors' team since 2020.
Rusudan from Tbilisi, Georgia, has recently obtained her Bachelor’s in law from Tbilisi State University. Having also studied in Istanbul, Tallinn and Daugavpils, she is passionate for travelling, history and literature. As an editor since 2020, she also enjoys spending time as an amateur photographer and pianist.
Marlene, born in 2001, is a German psychology student. She spends her time analyzing fictional books or movies, but is also passionate about all things cultural anthropology.
María was born in Seville (Spain) in 2002. She studies Film&Journalism at university, and hopes to become a filmmaker someday. Her interests include history, art, literature and politics.
Decho is studying International Business Administration at the University of Vienna and his main interests are in the field of economics, law, history and geopolitics. But of course, he would never refuse a good time with friends and water polo and aikido are his great passions.