Challenges and Regulatory Landscape in DeFi BFC Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21application · medium

   A DeFi lending protocol is evaluating the impact of a proposed regulation that would require all borrowers to undergo identity verification. The protocol currently serves many unbanked users who lack formal IDs. Which outcome is most likely if the regulation is implemented as proposed?

   • AThe protocol will see increased adoption because identity verification builds trust among institutional lenders.
   • BThe protocol will have no change in user numbers because most DeFi users already have government-issued IDs.
   • CThe protocol will exclude a significant portion of its current user base, reducing financial inclusion.
   • DThe protocol will become more decentralized because only verified users can participate.
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2. 22foundation · easy

   Which regulatory approach involves applying existing financial regulations to DeFi activities based on the specific function they perform?

   • AProhibition
   • BSelf-regulation
   • CActivity-based regulation
   • DEntity-based regulation
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4. 23application · hard

   A DeFi protocol is considering whether to voluntarily implement a travel-rule-compliant information-sharing mechanism. The protocol is global and has users in jurisdictions with conflicting data privacy laws. Which approach is most likely to satisfy regulators without violating privacy laws?

   • ARefuse to implement any information-sharing because it is incompatible with DeFi.
   • BCollect and store all user identities and transaction details on-chain to ensure transparency.
   • CImplement a centralized database that stores all user data and shares it with any regulator upon request.
   • DUse a decentralized identity system that shares only the minimum required information with counterparties, using encryption and access controls.
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5. 24application · medium

   A DeFi protocol wants to integrate identity verification for users who borrow above a certain threshold, while keeping small transactions permissionless. The protocol's governance is decentralized. Which implementation is most consistent with the protocol's values?

   • AImplement a tiered system where users can interact anonymously below a threshold and must verify for larger amounts.
   • BDo not implement any verification and rely on the protocol's decentralized nature to avoid regulation.
   • CSet a very low threshold so that most users must verify, to be safe with regulators.
   • DRequire all users to verify their identity before any transaction, regardless of size.
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6. 25foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key consumer protection challenge in DeFi?

   • ADeFi protocols are required to hold consumer funds in insured custodial accounts.
   • BDeFi platforms are required to provide a 30-day refund period for all transactions.
   • CDeFi protocols must publish audited financial statements to protect consumers.
   • DUsers may not have a clear legal recourse if they suffer losses due to a smart contract bug or exploit.
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