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The TradeTech Paradox: Connectivity Amid Fragmentation

The TradeTech Paradox: Connectivity Amid Fragmentation

This report explores how global trade is being reshaped by geopolitical fragmentation alongside increasing digital connectivity. It introduces the concept of the “tradetech stack,” a layered system connecting global institutions, national regulators, enablers and enterprises through integrated digital infrastructure. While geopolitical tensions and shifting alliances are disrupting trade flows, technology is emerging as a stabilizing force that maintains efficiency, trust and continuity across supply chains. The report emphasizes that tradetech’s full potential depends on cross-border collaboration, regulatory alignment and shared data infrastructure. Initiatives such as regulatory sandboxes demonstrate how innovation can scale responsibly. Ultimately, the report argues that technology can

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