Fintech in space is revolutionizing financial risk assessment and insurance by using satellite data to deliver real-time insights. From assessing crop health for agricultural loans to speeding up disaster insurance payouts and monitoring supply chains, space tech offers unmatched precision and efficiency.
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Rehypothecation in DeFi refers to the reuse of collateral across multiple protocols to maximize liquidity and yield. While it enhances capital efficiency, it also introduces systemic risks, including cascading liquidations, smart contract vulnerabilities, and liquidity mismatches. Real-world cases like the Terra-Luna collapse and stETH depegging highlight its dangers.
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Biometric payment cards combine fingerprint recognition with contactless payment technology to offer enhanced security and convenience. By verifying transactions through unique biometric data stored securely on the card, these cards reduce fraud risk and eliminate the need for PINs.
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Neurofinance: Harnessing Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI) to Revolutionize Financial Decisions explores how emerging BCI technology can directly read brain activity to enhance and personalize financial decision-making. By detecting real-time emotions, cognitive biases, and mental states.
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Time banking is a revolutionary FinTech concept where people trade hours of service instead of money, fostering financial inclusion—especially in underbanked communities. Platforms enable users to earn time credits by offering skills or help, which they can then spend on other services.
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