In the future due to increased cyber fraud, you will have the option to purchase internet insurance(ii), just in case you if you get defrauded, you will be compensated.
If they can steal your cash, they can steal your card and empty the whole bank account. Both the card number and pin code can easily be skimmed remotely through NFC within an amplified 10 meter range.Never thought about it that way, but you're right, plain cash is probably safer now than it has ever been. No one can hack your cash, or fake your ID to steal it.
I'm covered by a service that monitors transactions in my bank account and credit card. It ensures that I won't be responsible for eventual fraudulent transactions and that such transactions won't bring down my credit score.