At Thompson’s concert at the Hippodrome on July 5, payment will be possible only by card, which has angered right-wing conspiracy theorists who believe that governments want to abolish cash to control people. These theories include ideas about globalist agendas, digital slavery, and total control through card transactions. Organizers emphasize that the shift to card payments is a global standard that speeds up processes and increases security. Media outlets like Index.hr explain that these theories are exaggerated and that the goal is simply to facilitate payment and reduce bank fees.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning media tend to highlight the conspiracy theories as unfounded and emphasize the benefits of cashless payments such as increased security and efficiency. They often criticize the spread of misinformation by right-wing conspiracy theorists and frame the issue as a clash between modern financial technology and outdated fears.
Center: Centrist outlets report the facts about the concert’s cashless payment policy and present the conspiracy theories as a social phenomenon without endorsing them. They provide balanced coverage by including statements from organizers explaining the rationale behind the card-only payments and the concerns of conspiracy theorists, aiming to inform without sensationalism.
Right: Right-leaning media or commentators may give more attention to the conspiracy theories, sometimes portraying the move to cashless payments as part of a globalist agenda or digital control. They may sympathize with the fears of loss of privacy and financial freedom, framing the issue as a fight against government overreach and technological surveillance.
