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Which group has notably benefited from digitalisation in terms of financial inclusion?
Which group has notably benefited from digitalisation in terms of financial inclusion?
- Corporate executives
- Rural residents (correct)
- Urban residents only
- High-income earners
What does ESG commonly refer to in the context of lending and investment?
What does ESG commonly refer to in the context of lending and investment?
- Earnings, Special projects, Global impact
- Economic, Sustainable, Government policies
- Equity, Sustainability, Growth metrics
- Environmental, Social, Governance factors (correct)
What emerging trend in investing has been accelerated by digitalisation?
What emerging trend in investing has been accelerated by digitalisation?
- Manual investment counseling
- Robo-investing and impact investing (correct)
- Traditional banking methods
- High-stakes speculative trading
Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with financial inclusion as driven by digitalisation?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with financial inclusion as driven by digitalisation?
In recent times, which type of risk has been incorporated into lending and investment due to digitalisation?
In recent times, which type of risk has been incorporated into lending and investment due to digitalisation?
What is one key benefit of aligning money usage with personal interests through digitalisation?
What is one key benefit of aligning money usage with personal interests through digitalisation?
Which demographic is less likely to benefit significantly from digitalisation in financial services?
Which demographic is less likely to benefit significantly from digitalisation in financial services?
What aspect of digitalisation contributes to the ease of borrowing for individuals?
What aspect of digitalisation contributes to the ease of borrowing for individuals?
What is a key benefit of standardised data on environmental performance and sustainability for investors?
What is a key benefit of standardised data on environmental performance and sustainability for investors?
How does real-time monitoring benefit investment management?
How does real-time monitoring benefit investment management?
What technology is leveraged for validating sustainable investment outcomes?
What technology is leveraged for validating sustainable investment outcomes?
What type of funds are developed to promote sustainable investing?
What type of funds are developed to promote sustainable investing?
What advantage does automation provide to active investment managers?
What advantage does automation provide to active investment managers?
What challenge do active investment managers face due to the rise of passive funds?
What challenge do active investment managers face due to the rise of passive funds?
Which initiative serves as an example of using blockchain in sustainable investing?
Which initiative serves as an example of using blockchain in sustainable investing?
What is one outcome of enhanced availability of data on environmental performance?
What is one outcome of enhanced availability of data on environmental performance?
What is one key benefit of using analytics in the context of financing smaller businesses?
What is one key benefit of using analytics in the context of financing smaller businesses?
How do applications that track spending behavior contribute to sustainable finance?
How do applications that track spending behavior contribute to sustainable finance?
What role does FinTech play in improving financial literacy for consumers?
What role does FinTech play in improving financial literacy for consumers?
What technological advancement in finance aims to decentralize financial operations?
What technological advancement in finance aims to decentralize financial operations?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of FinTech applied to sustainable finance?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of FinTech applied to sustainable finance?
What is one of the main focuses of recent initiatives by bodies like the UNDP and UNEP?
What is one of the main focuses of recent initiatives by bodies like the UNDP and UNEP?
What benefit do smart contracts provide in the financial domain?
What benefit do smart contracts provide in the financial domain?
Which of the following is a potential outcome of applying FinTech tools to climate-positive initiatives?
Which of the following is a potential outcome of applying FinTech tools to climate-positive initiatives?
What is a possible benefit of using an API in microinsurance services?
What is a possible benefit of using an API in microinsurance services?
What aspect of microinsurance is enhanced by ultra-localised weather monitoring?
What aspect of microinsurance is enhanced by ultra-localised weather monitoring?
What role do mobile providers play in the microinsurance industry in the developing world?
What role do mobile providers play in the microinsurance industry in the developing world?
Which technology facilitates policy management for microinsurance from mobile devices?
Which technology facilitates policy management for microinsurance from mobile devices?
How do commentators believe cryptocurrencies can be linked to sustainable finance?
How do commentators believe cryptocurrencies can be linked to sustainable finance?
What is a characteristic feature of the microinsurance model mentioned?
What is a characteristic feature of the microinsurance model mentioned?
Which of the following describes a key challenge in implementing microinsurance in developing countries?
Which of the following describes a key challenge in implementing microinsurance in developing countries?
What is a significant advantage of using mobile apps in providing microinsurance services?
What is a significant advantage of using mobile apps in providing microinsurance services?
What is the primary focus of the 'Every Action Counts Coalition'?
What is the primary focus of the 'Every Action Counts Coalition'?
What significant environmental achievement is attributed to the Ant Forest initiative?
What significant environmental achievement is attributed to the Ant Forest initiative?
Which of the following actions is NOT promoted by the Ant Forest initiative for low-carbon activities?
Which of the following actions is NOT promoted by the Ant Forest initiative for low-carbon activities?
What is the main goal of the 'FinTech for Biodiversity Challenge'?
What is the main goal of the 'FinTech for Biodiversity Challenge'?
Which network is linked with the Climate Chain Coalition?
Which network is linked with the Climate Chain Coalition?
How does the coalition aim to drive impactful consumer behavior according to its principles?
How does the coalition aim to drive impactful consumer behavior according to its principles?
Which aspect of environmental sustainability is emphasized by the coalition's collaboration?
Which aspect of environmental sustainability is emphasized by the coalition's collaboration?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the coalition's engagement methodology?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the coalition's engagement methodology?
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Study Notes
###Â FinTech Applications in Green and Sustainable Finance
- FinTech tools and techniques are increasingly being applied to support green and sustainable finance.
- FinTech can make it easier for smaller businesses and projects to receive funding for sustainable initiatives.
- Digital platforms enable targeting investors with an appetite for green investments and analyzing their sustainability preferences.
- FinTech applications facilitate more efficient and cost-effective processes in areas like insurance, through automation and smart contracts.
- Decentralized technologies like blockchain can contribute to transparency and the tracking of sustainability outcomes in investments.
- FinTech tools like budgeting apps and other financial education resources can increase financial inclusion and promote sustainable decision-making.
- Digital tools can integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into lending and investment practices.
- Digitalisation has helped increase financial inclusion, enabling people to transact, save, borrow, and invest more easily.
- Cryptocurrencies are seen by some as a potential avenue to promote green and sustainable finance and development.
- Alipay's Ant Forest program encourages users to adopt low-carbon behaviors through gamification and rewards, promoting positive environmental impact.
- The "Every Action Counts Coalition" brings together various organizations to share knowledge and promote green-tech solutions for driving sustainable consumer behavior.
###Â Using FinTech for Microinsurance
- FinTech is being used to create more accessible and affordable microinsurance models for individuals and smallholders in developing countries.
- Mobile applications and platforms facilitate the distribution, management, and claims processing of microinsurance.
- Microinsurance linked to remote data monitoring and automated payouts can provide low-cost insurance coverage for climate-related risks.
- Examples of microinsurance initiatives include OKO's drought, flood, and hurricane insurance scheme for Fijian farmers.
###Â FinTech and Climate Change
- "Making Oceans Count" aims to improve understanding of ocean risks and develop ocean-positive financial products and services.
- The "FinTech for Biodiversity Challenge" focuses on identifying and promoting FinTech products and services that support biodiversity conservation.
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