What happens if we lose our satellite?

Imagine a scenario where our reliance on satellites for various critical functions, including financial transactions and cryptocurrency exchanges, suddenly becomes compromised. What are the potential consequences if we were to lose access to these vital links in the digital sky? How would the loss of satellite connectivity impact the real-time processing of financial transactions, the security of cryptocurrency exchanges, and the overall stability of the global financial system? Are there any contingency plans in place to mitigate the risks associated with such a catastrophic event?