🔗 Blockchain and Cryptocurrency in Banking
📚 US Capital Private Bank Knowledge Base
📖 Definition
Blockchain is a decentralized, distributed ledger technology that securely records transactions across a network of computers. Cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography and blockchain technology to enable secure peer-to-peer transactions without intermediaries.
⚙️ How It Works
Blockchain records transactions in blocks linked chronologically, ensuring transparency and immutability. Cryptocurrencies operate on blockchain networks, enabling instant transfers, reduced costs, and increased security in financial transactions.
📝 Key Features
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🔐 Decentralization: Eliminates the need for central authorities.
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⛓️ Transparency & Security: Publicly verifiable and tamper-resistant.
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💱 Digital Assets: Includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and more.
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⚡ Smart Contracts: Self-executing contracts with programmable terms.
✅ Benefits
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Faster and cheaper cross-border payments.
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Enhanced security and reduced fraud.
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Increased financial inclusion.
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Innovation in products like digital identity and asset tokenization.
⚠️ Risks & Considerations
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Regulatory uncertainty and evolving legal frameworks.
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Volatility in cryptocurrency values.
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Security risks, including hacking and fraud.
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Scalability and energy consumption challenges.
🔎 Related Terms
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💰 Cryptocurrency
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🤖 Smart Contracts
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🏦 Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
📚 References
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📄 Financial Stability Board – Crypto-Assets and Financial Stability
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🌐 Investopedia – Blockchain and Cryptocurrency
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