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This impressive growth in the historic period can be attributed to a combination of factors such as the increasing demand for fast and real-time fund transfers, a surge in digital banking services, strong economic growth in emerging markets, alongside increased government initiatives. Are we continuing to see exponential growth in the blockchain in the banking and financial services market over the next few years? Indeed, the projections for the next few years are very promising. The market size is anticipated to grow to $27.69 billion by 2028 at a compound annual growth rate CAGR of 40.4%. This growth can be chalked up to the rising acceptance of blockchain technology in the banking sector, a surge in cryptocurrency usage, and an increased deployment of blockchain to reduce fraudulent transactions. Progress in the forecast period points to key trends like focus on blockchain technology for insurance, blockchain integration into asset servicing, strategic mergers and acquisitions, and a focus on digital currencies. To get detailed insights into this growth, refer to the sample report at: What's driving the growth of blockchain in banking and financial services market? A primary growth driver is the rising use of cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency, a digital payment system, is independent of banks for transaction verification. This is a peer-to-peer system enabling anyone, anywhere to transfer and receive payments. Encryption underpins cryptocurrency transactions, establishing a solid security and safety line. Cryptocurrency payments, instead of being physical money, exist as digital entries in an online database detailing specific transactions. Cryptocurrency transactions get noted in a public ledger when funds are transferred. Digital wallets store the cryptocurrency. Cryptographic wallets facilitate the currencies' purchase from brokers and their subsequent storage and expenditure. For instance, as per the Pew Research report of November 2021, most U.S. adults, representing 86% of the population, have heard about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ether, with 16% stating they have invested in, traded, or used one. Especially men aged 18 to 29 are more likely to use cryptocurrencies. To understand how these growth drivers contribute to the market dynamics, the full report is available at: Who are the major players in the blockchain in banking and financial services market? Several leading companies are actively involved in this growing market. Some of the flagship names include SAP SE, Amazon Web Services, IBM, Accenture plc, Oracle Corporation, ConsenSys, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Bitfury Group Limited, Infosys, among others. The participation and growth of these companies will substantially shape the trajectory of the blockchain in the banking and financial services market. What are the emerging trends in the market? One major trend shaping the blockchain in the banking and financial services market is the reduction of fraud through blockchain. Many companies operating in this sector are deploying blockchain to cut down on fraudulent transactions - for example, the use of smart contracts, which permit creating if/then contracts. In these types of contracts, a process step isn't completed until the preceding one is fully verified. Blockchain aids in authenticating every step of the supply chain process and offers security through non-repudiation and data storage disintermediation, helping prevent assets' misappropriation. How is the global blockchain in banking and financial services market segmented? The market report segments the blockchain in banking and financial services market into: 1 By Type: Public Blockchain, Private Blockchain, Others 2 By Application: Fund Transaction Management, Real-Time Loan Funding, Liquidity Management, Others These segments will play a critical role in shaping the growth trajectory of the market. What are the regional insights on the growth of blockchain in banking and financial services market? North America emerged as the largest regional market for blockchain in banking and financial services in 2023. However, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to experience the fastest growth during the forecast period. The regions covered in the report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. 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Read More Latest Mobiles Samsung Galaxy A16 5G ₹15,955 Lava O3 Pro ₹6,999 Vivo X200 5G ₹65,999 Tecno Phantom V Flip 2 5G ₹49,999 Lava Yuva 4 ₹6,999 Poco C75 5G ₹7,999 Tecno POP 9 4G ₹6,499 Itel Color Pro 5G ₹9,199 Vivo Y18T ₹9,499 Lava Blaze 3 5G ₹10,999Elon Musk Claims X Is A Legitimate Source For News—Can It Be Trusted?CLEVELAND (AP) — Shortly after doing a face-down snow angel, firing a few celebratory snowballs and singing “Jingle Bells” on his way to the media room, Jameis Winston ended his postgame news conference with a simple question. “Am I a Brown yet?” he asked. He is now. And who knows? Maybe for a lot longer than expected. Winston entered Cleveland football folklore on Thursday night by leading the Browns to a 24-19 win over the division rival Pittsburgh Steelers, who had their five-game winning streak stopped. Winston's performance at Huntington Bank Field, which transformed into the world's largest snow globe, not only made him an instantaneous hero in the eyes of Browns fans but added another wrinkle to the team's ever-changing, never-ending quarterback conundrum. In his fourth start since Deshaun Watson's season-ending Achilles tendon injury, Winston made enough big plays to help the Browns (3-8) get a victory that should quiet conjecture about coach Kevin Stefanski's job. Some wins mean more than others. In Cleveland, beating the Steelers is as big as it gets. But beyond any instant gratification, Winston has given the Browns more to consider as they move forward. Watson's future with Cleveland is highly uncertain since it will still be months before the team has a grip on whether he's even an option in 2025, his fourth year since signing a $230 million, fully guaranteed contract that has proven calamitous. It's also possible the Browns will cut ties with Watson. They signed Winston to a one-year contract to be Watson's backup. But the unexpected events of 2024 have changed plans and led to the possibility that the 30-year-old Winston could become Cleveland's full-time QB or a bridge to their next young one. So much is unclear. What's not is that Winston, who leaped into the end zone on fourth-and-2 for a TD to put the Browns ahead 18-6 in the fourth quarter, is a difference maker. With his larger-than-life personality and the joy he shows whether practicing or throwing three touchdown passes, he has lifted the Browns. A man of faith, he's made his teammates believe. Winston has done what Watson couldn't: made the Browns better. “A very, very authentic person,” Stefanski said Friday on a Zoom call. “He’s the same guy every single day. He's the same guy at 5 a.m. as he at 5 p.m. He brings great energy to everything he does, and I think his teammates appreciate that about him.” Winston, who is 2-2 as a starter with wins over the Steelers and Baltimore Ravens, has a knack for inspiring through fiery, preacher-like pregame speeches. But what has impressed the Browns is his ability to stay calm in the storm. “He doesn’t get rattled,” said Myles Garrett, who had three sacks against the Steelers . “He’s just tuned in and focused as anyone I’ve seen at that position. Turn the page. There was a turnover, came back to the sideline, ‘Love you. I’m sorry. We’re going to get it back.’ He was already on to the next one, ‘How can we complete the mission?’ “I have a lot of respect for him. First was from afar and now seeing it on the field in front of me, it’s a blessing to have someone who plays a game with such a passion and want-to. You can’t ask for a better teammate when they take those things to heart and they want to play for you like we’re actually brothers and that’s what we have to attain. That brotherhood.” What's working Winston has done something else Watson couldn't: move the offense. The Browns scored more than 20 points for just the second time this season, and like Joe Flacco a year ago, Winston has shown that Stefanski's system works with a quarterback patient enough to let plays develop and unafraid to take shots downfield. What needs help The conditions certainly were a factor, but the Browns were a miserable 1 of 10 on third down, a season-long trend. However, Cleveland converted all four fourth-down tries, including a fourth-and-3 pass from Winston to Jerry Jeudy with 2:36 left that helped set up Nick Chubb's go-ahead TD run. Stock up RT Jack Conklin. Garrett outplayed Steelers star T.J. Watt in their rivalry within the rivalry partly because Conklin did a nice job containing Pittsburgh's edge rusher, who was held without a sack and had one tackle for loss. Conklin has made a remarkable comeback since undergoing reconstructive knee surgery last year. Stock down Owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam. Their desire to build a dome is well intended, but an indoor game could never come close to matching the surreal setting of Thursday night, when snow swirled throughout the stadium and covered nearly all the yard lines and hash marks. “It was beautiful,” Winston said. Injuries WR Cedric Tillman is in the concussion protocol. He had two catches before taking a big hit on the final play of the third quarter. Key numbers 9 — Consecutive home wins for the Browns in Thursday night games. Three of those have come against Pittsburgh. What's next An extended break before visiting the Denver Broncos on Dec. 2. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Tom Withers, The Associated Press
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