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U.S. Faster Payments Council Releases New Survey Report on Faster Payments and Financial Inclusion

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Faster Payments Council (FPC) , a membership organization devoted to advancing safe, easy-to-use faster payments in the United States, has announced the publication of its latest industry resource, the Faster Payments and Financial Inclusion survey report.

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National Strategy of Papua New Guinea Focuses on Financial Inclusion as Gender Gap Remains

The Fintech Times

To make sure more people have access to these services, the government of Papua New Guinea has been putting a focus on financial inclusion. It was established to act as the industry’s apex organisation for coordinating, advocating and monitoring all financial inclusion activities in the country.

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Exploring How Faster Payments Can Support Financial Inclusion

Faster Payments Council

During our Spring Conference earlier this month, we held a session called, "Faster Payments: Accelerating Financial Inclusion." It is really critical to think about how we, as an ecosystem, can come together and drive the right financial services for unserved and underserved consumers and small businesses."

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U.S. Faster Payments Council Launches New Work Groups Focused on Financial Inclusion and Real-Time Recurring Payments

Faster Payments Council

Faster Payments Council (FPC), a membership organization devoted to advancing faster payments in the United States, today announced it has launched two new FPC Work Groups: Financial Inclusion and Real-Time Recurring. For more information on the FPC, its current work efforts or to join, visit FasterPaymentsCouncil.org.

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Fintech in Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Challenges

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This has significantly increased financial inclusion, empowering millions who previously had no access to banking services. In Ghana, MTN Mobile Money has become a vital financial tool. Similarly, in Southeast Asia, mobile money platforms like GCash in the Philippines are transforming the financial landscape.

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How Cryptocurrency is Shaping the Future of Payments in Canada

Clearly Payments

Focus on Consumer Protection: The government seems more focused on consumer protection and staying informed about the evolving crypto landscape. This means capital gains taxes apply when you sell crypto for a profit. The Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) also applies to cryptocurrency transactions.

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More Than Half the Fintech Industry Seeing Growth from Strong Consumer Demand

Fintech News

The research points out that this diversity in views reflects the sector’s resilience, with many firms identifying opportunities for expansion, especially into underserved markets. The commitment to financial inclusion remains a cornerstone of the fintech value proposition.

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