Over 1.4 billion adults lack access to financial services worldwide, depriving them of opportunities to invest, save, and even pay bills in some cases. These numbers represent individuals navigating life without the financial safety nets most depend on. Blockchain and Web3 technologies are creating pathways to bridge the gap between financial systems and unbanked or underbanked customers.
The barriers to traditional financial systems
Access to traditional banking is impossible for many, even in countries like the US, where one wouldn’t expect this to be the case. Almost a quarter (23%) of people earning less than $25,000 a year are unconnected to financial services. Similar barriers exist globally, driven by a mix of geographic, economic, and social factors. Excessive paperwork, high fees, and having to visit a physical branch create roadblocks. It’s challenging to maintain a bank account due to minimum balance requirements or monthly maintenance fees, which lower-inco
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