Money Flow: Traditional vs Crypto
Watch money move through financial systems in real-time comparison
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Traditional Financial System
Crypto Blockchain System
Side-by-Side Comparison
Traditional System
Crypto System
Key Differences
🔄 Intermediaries
Traditional: Money passes through multiple banks, clearing houses, and intermediaries, each adding time and fees.
Crypto: Direct peer-to-peer transfer through the blockchain network. No intermediaries needed.
⏱️ Speed
Traditional: Each step takes 1-2 business days. Weekends and holidays add delays. International transfers can take a week or more.
Crypto: Transaction is confirmed in seconds. No waiting for business days or bank processing.
💰 Fees
Traditional: Multiple fees accumulate: bank fees, wire fees, currency conversion, intermediary fees. Can total $50+ for international transfers.
Crypto: Single network fee, typically less than a penny, regardless of transfer amount.
🌐 Accessibility
Traditional: Requires bank accounts, may have geographic restrictions, only works during business hours.
Crypto: Works globally, 24/7, with just an internet connection. No bank account required.