FinTech Impact on Social and Income Inequality

Gancho Ganchev (), Mariya Paskaleva () and Stoyan Tanchev ()
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Gancho Ganchev: South-West University "Neofit Rilski", Faculty of Economics, Department of Finance and Accounting
Mariya Paskaleva: South-West University "Neofit Rilski", Faculty of Economics, Department of Finance and Accounting
Stoyan Tanchev: South-West University "Neofit Rilski", Faculty of Economics, Department of Finance and Accounting

Financial Navigator Journal (selected edition), 2025, issue 1, 112-120

Abstract: The rapid digital transformation of the financial sector, particularly through financial technologies (FinTech), has significantly redefined the dynamics of banking, investment, insurance, and payment systems. This paper explores the evolving FinTech ecosystem, analyzing its potential to impact social and income inequality. At the core of this transformation is a shift towards greater financial inclusion, especially for underserved populations. FinTech's role in bridging gaps in access to credit, savings, and insurance is examined, alongside the risks related to digital divides, data privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory fragmentation. The study also considers the growing importance of artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and open banking frameworks, which are reshaping financial product development and risk assessment models. This paper concludes by underscoring the imperative of fostering a human-centered FinTech ecosystem - one that not only leverages technology for economic efficiency but also aligns with broader societal goals of equity, trust, and sustain-ability. The findings support the development of policy frameworks that encourage ethical innovation, strengthen digital financial literacy, and promote inclusive growth. Ultimately, the study advocates for a collaborative, multi-stakeholder approach to building a resilient, fair, and future-ready financial landscape.

Keywords: Digitalization; AI; GINI Coefficient (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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