'When I see physical cash, I feel happy': Why some hawkers still prefer cash payments
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SINGAPORE - Among West Coast Food Centre's rows of food stalls - many of which have QR codes plastered on their storefronts - Angie Sim's noodle stall stands out with its «Cash Only» sign. She is one of a group of hawkers who accept only cash fo'When I see physical cash, I feel happy': Why some hawkers still prefer cash payments
SINGAPORE - Among West Coast Food Centre's rows of food stalls - many of which have QR codes plastered on their storefronts - Angie Sim's noodle stall stands out with its «Cash Only» sign. She is one of a group of hawkers who accept only cash for purchases made at their stalls, while others have adopted cashless payment methods such as payment via QR code under the Singapore Quick Response Code (SGQR) platform. «For me, using cash is easier and more convenient,» said the 65-year-old, who added that most of her customers are older, less tech-savvy, and usually carry cash. «When I see physical cash, I feel happy,» said Sim, who has worked at the food centre with her stall partner for over 20 years. They are among stall owners across eight hawker centres in Singapore that The Straits Times spoke to who continue to resist digital payments. They cited reasons such as a lack of digital literacy, poor eyesight, and fear of inconveniencing customers while they struggle with devices. Read more
