5 emerging digital finance trends to watch

cointelegraph.com:

The world of finance is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology and changing consumer behaviors. As humanity moves further into the digital age, several emerging trends are reshaping the financial services landscape. This article will explore five key digital finance trends that readers should be aware of.

The delivery of financial services is being revolutionized by the disruptive movement known as “open banking,” which involves securely transferring consumer financial data between financial organizations with customers’ permission.

Open banking makes it possible for outside developers to create cutting-edge programs and services that use this information to offer specialized financial services. It gives customers more control over their financial data and greater access to a broader choice of services from various suppliers, promoting competition and accelerating industry innovation.

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Digital wallets and contactless payments are quickly gaining acceptance as quick, safe, convenient alternatives to conventional payment methods. Thanks to the proliferation of mobile payment apps like Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay, consumers can safely save their payment card information on their smartphones and make purchases by simply tapping their phones on contactless payment terminals.

These digital wallets reduce the risk of fraud while increase ease and enhancing security by substituting sensitive card data with encrypted tokens.

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