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Digital Remittance

Definition

Digital remittance is the electronic transfer of money across international borders, typically initiated and received using digital platforms. This process often involves leveraging blockchain technology or other digital payment networks to facilitate faster, cheaper, and more transparent cross-border payments compared to traditional banking systems. Digital remittances aim to reduce friction and costs for individuals sending money to family or friends in other countries. They represent a modernization of an essential global financial service.