Denelle Dixon on Women, Wealth, and the Next Frontier of Global Finance

The panel, including Denelle Dixon from the Stellar Development Foundation, Catherine Chen from Binance, and Marta Ra from Women in Sustainable Finance, examines the growing influence of women in global finance. They discuss how technological advancements, like blockchain, are pivotal in empowering women, especially in developing regions, by offering greater access to financial tools and services previously unavailable. Specific examples include Aku Fintech in Nigeria and Decaf in Colombia, both utilizing Stellar’s blockchain to facilitate transactions and empower women economically. Despite progress, the panel acknowledges ongoing challenges such as gender pay gaps and limited access to venture capital for women. They stress the importance of financial literacy and education to ensure women’s financial empowerment.