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Remittance Networks

Definition

Remittance networks are systems that facilitate the transfer of money across international borders, typically by migrant workers to their home countries. Traditionally, these networks rely on banks or money transfer operators, often involving high fees and slow processing times due to multiple intermediaries and legacy infrastructure. In the digital asset space, blockchain-based remittance networks aim to disrupt this by offering faster, cheaper, and more transparent cross-border transfers using cryptocurrencies or stablecoins. These systems leverage decentralized ledgers to reduce settlement times and operational costs.