SYNERGIZING BLOCKCHAIN AND TRADITIONAL FINANCE: DESIGNING HYBRID INFRASTRUCTURES FOR CRYPTO LENDING IN UNDERSERVED MARKETS
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Crypto Lending, Blockchain,, Payment Processing System, Financial Inclusion, Underserved Regions, Smart ContractsAbstract
This white paper provides a detailed framework for stakeholders interested in bridging the gap between cutting-edge blockchain technology and traditional financial systems to enhance financial inclusivity. Aimed at financial institutions, technology developers, and policy makers, the document outlines a strategy for integrating secure, scalable, and accessible crypto lending platforms within existing payment infrastructures, particularly in underserved regions. Readers can expect to gain insights into the creation of a hybrid infrastructure that leverages the transparency and efficiency of blockchain with the robustness and regulatory compliance of conventional financial systems. This approach promises to expand financial services to previously unreachable populations, offering practical solutions for enhancing transaction security, efficiency, and accessibility. Through this white paper, stakeholders are equipped with the knowledge to innovate within the fintech space, driving forward initiatives that promote economic empowerment and financial equity across global markets.
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