Fintech for ESG and the Circular EconomyWydanie 1

This book showcases research, theoretical, and validated work associated with digital finance to enhance the quality of a more sustainable environment.

The primary objective of Fintech for ESG and the Circular Economy is to evaluate how fintech advancements and sustainable practices effectively drive transformative and sustainable change. It aims to motivate individuals with ideas and discussions to promote financial technology and foster creativity for a more sustainable and equitable future.

The book delves into the intersection of technology and sustainability, offering insights into how big data, machine learning, and blockchain technology are transforming ESG practices and the circular economy. It highlights the potential of FinTech to drive sustainable finance, explores the current role of cyber ecosystems and digital currencies in sustainable finance, and examines the intricate legal landscape surrounding green finance in India. The book also discusses the influence of ESG factors on financial decision-making and the integration of sustainability metrics into financial analysis, supported by examples of how companies and investors are adopting these practices.

Additionally, the book explores the role of financial institutions in enabling crowdfunding platforms, particularly in African markets, and provides case studies that demonstrate their impact on financial inclusion and entrepreneurship. It also analyzes the legal implications of blockchain and smart contracts within FinTech, the convergence of digital business models with ESG principles, and the role of digital currencies in promoting financial inclusion and sustainable economic growth, particularly in India. The book concludes with an exploration of tokenomics and its potential to incentivize sustainable behaviors, and examines how digital finance innovations in Tanzania are improving financial inclusion by overcoming barriers to financial services for the unbanked population.

Audience

This book will be of interest to scholars, researchers, academicians, and students of commerce, banking, finance, sustainability, and financial technology. This book is helpful for business professionals, researchers, and technical industry workers in finance and artificial intelligence.