Kathy E. Kraninger
Former Director, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Experienced in consumer finance and regulatory policy, Kathy Kraninger focuses on improving financial systems and access.
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Financial Technology (FinTech)
Is Satellite Internet Connectivity the Infrastructure That Finally Makes Global Digital Finance Possible — or Another Tech Promise That Underestimates the Last Mile?Satellite internet could finally extend digital financial services to communities beyond the reach of traditional broadband—but connectivity alone may not solve the deeper barriers to financial inclusion. The real test is whether satellite networks can overcome the last-mile challenges of affordability, regulation, digital literacy, trust, and consumer protection.