Financial Inclusion through Decentralized Finance: A Citizen Perspective
Financial Inclusion through Decentralized Finance: A Citizen Perspective
Author(s): Raluca ONUFREICIUC, Lorena-Elena StănescuSubject(s): Economy, Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence, Law on Economics, Financial Markets
Published by: Editura Lumen, Asociatia Lumen
Keywords: financial inclusion; DeFI; blockchain; financial services; transparency;
Summary/Abstract: DeFi, a blockchain-based innovation, eliminates traditional financial intermediaries, offering direct peer-to-peer financial transactions and access to a wide array of financial services including lending, borrowing, insurance, and investment opportunities. This paper delves into how DeFi democratizes access to financial resources, particularly for the underserved and unbanked populations worldwide, by reducing transaction costs, enhancing transparency, and providing secure and equitable access to financial services. Through a citizen-centric lens, this article contributes to the ongoing dialogue on leveraging DeFi for global financial inclusion, suggesting pathways for integrating DeFi into the broader financial ecosystem in a manner that maximizes its inclusivity and benefits for all citizens.
Journal: European Journal of Law and Public Administration
- Issue Year: 10/2023
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 117-127
- Page Count: 11
- Language: English