Does inclusive finance really need stablecoins?

Published on October 7, 2026

Today, 1.3 billion adults, mostly women, remain outside the formal financial system, while lower-income consumers struggle to access suitable financial services. Despite the hype, stablecoins are not the best solution to either problem.

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