Asset tokenization can unlock financial inclusion for LATAM’s unbanked
According to a report from Mastercard and Ava Labs, blockchain-powered asset tokenization is poised to transform financial systems in Latin America, enhancing efficiency, inclusion, and transparency. The report highlights that asset tokenization can significantly lower barriers for unbanked individuals in developing markets, facilitating easier access to capital markets. Key benefits of tokenization include increased transaction speed, fractional ownership, and risk reduction associated with traditional financial systems. The ability to transfer ownership of assets like real estate could empower a largely unbanked population to engage directly in these markets. While countries such as Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico exhibit high rates of crypto adoption, regulatory frameworks have yet to evolve to accommodate these changes. The report emphasizes the need for institutional adoption of scalable, privacy-preserving solutions to address regulatory uncertainties and technological challenges while unlocking new opportunities in decentralized finance (DeFi).
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