How Are Decentralized Crypto Exchanges Advancing Financial Inclusion in the Global South?

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:30:37 +0000

For decades, large populations across the Global South—regions including Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and parts of the Middle East—have been left behind by traditional financial systems. Limited access to banks, poor infrastructure, high fees, and strict regulatory frameworks have made it nearly impossible for millions to participate in mainstream economic activity. But in recent years, decentralized crypto exchanges (DEXs) have emerged as a revolutionary force, unlocking new opportunities for financial inclusion.