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Walmart and other major retailers will stop accepting "mutilated" U.S. dollar bills starting in November as part of a new initiative to enhance monetary security. Mutilated bills, which are damaged or discolored, can be redeemed through the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Additionally, the Federal Reserve plans to introduce new designs for several denominations in the coming years to further deter counterfeiting.
American Paper Optics, a leading supplier of eclipse glasses, has ramped up production to meet the high demand for the upcoming total solar eclipse, projecting sales of 75 million pairs this year. The company has tripled its staff and implemented a combination of automation and manual work to produce about 1.5 million pairs of eclipse glasses daily. To combat counterfeit glasses, the company has created guidelines for consumers to ensure the authenticity and safety of their eclipse glasses, emphasizing the importance of proper labeling, ISO certification, and intact lenses.