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Financial Plumbing

Definition

Financial plumbing refers to the underlying infrastructure and systems that facilitate financial transactions and operations. This includes payment rails, clearing houses, settlement systems, and other essential mechanisms that enable the movement of funds and assets within the traditional financial system. In the digital asset context, blockchain technology is often presented as a new form of financial plumbing, offering decentralized and immutable alternatives to legacy systems. Efficient financial plumbing is critical for the smooth functioning of economies and markets.