1. Core Concepts Flashcards
Integration of technology into financial services to improve delivery, efficiency, and customer experience.
FinTech?
The first decentralized cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 by Satoshi Nakamoto.
BITCOIN
A decentralized, immutable digital ledger used for recording transactions securely.
BLOCKCHAIN
Financial systems built on blockchain technology that eliminate intermediaries.
Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
Self-executing agreements with terms directly written into code on blockchain platforms.
Smart Contracts
A fundraising method where startups issue digital tokens.
Initial Coin Offering (ICO)
The process through which a private company offers shares to the public for the first time.
Initial Public Offering (IPO)?
A global messaging system for financial transactions, set to transition to ISO 20022
SWIFT
A digital system for recording transactions securely and transparently across multiple locations.
Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)
The principle of distributing power and decision-making away from central authorities.
Decentralization
A financial model where individuals lend and borrow money directly without traditional banks.
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Lending