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Old Jun 16, 2016 | 7:36 pm
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Originally Posted by ezakipocky
Honestly, what's the cost of creating a credit card? It seems explorer card uses the same technique as CSP card, except the metal layer.
For cards with the chip, more than they used to cost. With millions of cards floating around, it adds up. Then there is the logistical nightmare someone else mentioned.

What's the benefit - to anyone - other than perhaps a small ego boost to the holder? In that case, can't you just pull out you MP card if you want to look at the logo or flash it at people?
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