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๐Ÿšจ Recently discovered some shocking facts that highlight why we need #Crypto and #Web3 more than ever. Letโ€™s dive into some major financial scandals by traditional banks. ๐Ÿงต๐Ÿ‘‡
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1/ ๐Ÿ’ณ Visa & Mastercard - In 2018, they agreed to pay $6 billion to settle a massive price-fixing lawsuit. This case reveals potential collusion and anti-competitive practices. Source: Fortune.
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2/ ๐Ÿฆ Bank of America - In 2017, they were fined $45 million for the 'heartless' treatment of mortgage borrowers. This highlights unethical behaviour that can severely impact customers. Source: WSJ.
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3/ ๐Ÿ’ฐ HSBC - In 2012, HSBC paid a record $1.9 billion fine for money-laundering accusations. In 2021, they apologized for aiding drug lords and terrorists, showing major lapses in compliance. Source: The Guardian.
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4/ ๐Ÿ›‘ These instances demonstrate significant corruption, malpractice, and lack of accountability in the traditional financial system. Now, hereโ€™s why #Crypto and #Web3 can make a difference
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5/ ๐Ÿ” Transparency: Blockchain offers an immutable ledger of transactions, reducing fraud.
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6/ ๐ŸŒ Decentralization: Cryptocurrencies operate on decentralized networks, minimizing risks of collusion and monopolistic practices.
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