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Meet the 18 Finalists for the 2024 Global Fintech Hackcelerator

Fintech News

The 18 finalists have been selected based on solutions to challenges in credit access, financial literacy, cross-border payments, and personalized protection, among other areas. DigiChain Innovations’ solution aims to address these challenges through a multifaceted approach.

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Allpay Teams Up with Turn2us and WEA to Combat Financial Inequality

The Fintech Times

Allpay Limited , a UK payment solutions provider, has partnered with two national charities, Turn2us and the Workers’ Education Association (WEA) , to address financial inequality and promote social value across the UK. This initiative aims to engage 60 participants in learning, with 25 expected to pursue further education.

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Money20/20 Asia 2024: Leading Fintech Show Makes Debut in Thailand

Fintech News

The show will bring together over 3,000 senior decision-makers and 200+ speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors, and address key industry themes such as financial inclusion, sustainability, cybersecurity, and regulatory frameworks. Integration, a cornerstone of fintech advancement, will be spotlighted.

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Singapore is A Global Leader in Crypto Adoption – Here’s Why

Fintech News

Singapore, long known for its financial prowess and technological innovation, has emerged as an unexpected leader in cryptocurrency adoption. percent of its population owning digital assets, the city-state isn’t just participating in the crypto revolution—it’s leading it.

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India’s Rise in Fintech: How Digital Payment Infrastructure is Shaping Economic Growth

The Fintech Times

For instance, the RBI has set up the National Centre for Financial Education and is expanding Centres for Financial Literacy (CFLs) nationwide to promote financial awareness across demographics. The CBDC pilot programme now has over five million users and includes participation from 16 banks.

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Peru Pursues Real-Time Payments via India’s UPI Technology

Finovate

Alleviating the reliance on cash and enhancing financial inclusion and digital financial literacy are among the goals of the initiative. In 2015, the number of adults with at least one financial product was approximately 35%. With a population of more than 32 million, Peru has its work cut out for it.

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Continuous Financial Education for Women Small Business Owners

FICO

FICO-hosted panel at NAWBO’s 2022 Advocacy Days discusses how financial education impacts access to capital and business growth for small businesses. Prior to the panel, Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-22), was kind enough to participate in a fireside chat on women entrepreneurship (as she is an entrepreneur herself) and financial health.