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Financial Market Access

Definition

Financial market access refers to the ability of individuals and entities to participate in and utilize financial services and instruments. In the digital asset space, this pertains to the availability of platforms and mechanisms that allow users to acquire, trade, and store cryptocurrencies or other tokenized assets. It includes access to exchanges, decentralized finance protocols, and custodial solutions. Expanding financial market access is a core tenet of blockchain technology, aiming to democratize participation in global economic activities, particularly for underserved populations. It seeks to reduce barriers traditionally imposed by conventional financial systems.