FinTech Magazine April 2024 | Page 134

How will crypto ’ s growth continue this year , will we see a move towards greater regulation ? And will we see a continued increase in CBDC adoption ?
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How will crypto ’ s growth continue this year , will we see a move towards greater regulation ? And will we see a continued increase in CBDC adoption ?
Olaf Baunack , Head of Sales Financial Services & Insurance at Intellias Looking forward , as cryptocurrency continues to evolve , it promises to lower barriers to entry , reduce transaction costs , and improve transparency .
Cryptocurrencies also offer secure and decentralised storage of value , reducing the risk of inflation and government interference .
Taken together , digital payments and crypto have the potential to make a notable impact on ESG strategies , making us all more sustainable .
Digital and cryptocurrencies have seen a resurgence in 2024 , following a volatile 2023 . Predicting the future is always tricky , but here ’ s a breakdown of potential trends :
Continued Growth :
• Increased adoption : Cryptocurrency use for payments and investments might rise with growing awareness and infrastructure development .
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