GoFundMe responded to my article after publication, despite multiple requests for comment before it went live. I have now replied asking them what safeguards exist when funds raised for someone in a crisis zone are paid to a nominated beneficiary but do not reach the intended recipient. Their statement referred to the need to protect donors' generosity. I have asked how this applies when the person the money was raised for is left without it. Full article with footnote added:

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When The Financial System Can’t Reach People In Crisis, Bitcoin Can

Humanitarian crowdfunding can raise thousands in hours, but banking rules, sanctions and intermediaries may still stop the money reaching those in ...

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