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Open Banking Excellence
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Mexico in Focus: Open Banking and Financial Inclusion A briefing for banks and fintechs, with key insights and details of the opportunities available in LatAm’s third-largest nation. Open Banking represents an important possibility for both financial institutions and the Mexican population.
The Payments Association
MARCH 6, 2024
Financial inclusion, as defined by the World Bank, is crucial for economic development and social progress, ensuring equal access to financial products and services tailored to the needs of both individuals and businesses.
The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The country is focusing on fintech solutions like mobile payments and cross-border systems to boost financial inclusion and economic growth. Key developments in the fintech and digital ecosystem have emerged over recent years. Despite these challenges, Laos, with a population of 7.6
Finextra
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Financial inclusion is a critical enabler of economic development, ensuring that all individuals and.
The Fintech Times
JUNE 24, 2024
Financial inclusion is a critical issue, but simply providing access to financial products isn’t enough. True inclusion requires financial literacy, empowering individuals to make informed decisions. AI’s ability to revolutionise money management is undeniable.
The Fintech Times
JULY 13, 2024
Asia, a region known for its economic diversity, ranging from wealthy nations like Singapore, Japan, and South Korea to emerging powerhouses like China and India, has demonstrated notable unity in embracing financial inclusion. This widespread adoption of mobile technology has been a key driver in the popularity of QR payments.
M2P Fintech
AUGUST 25, 2023
But this digital payments gamechanger relies on an internet connection to function, as transactions require seamless and uninterrupted communication between a host of payment players. A QR payment flow begins with the customer scanning a QR code for the required amount. Clocking a record high of 9.96
The Fintech Times
MAY 9, 2024
Paymentology , the global issuer-processor, has joined forces with Diamond Trust Bank , a tier-one East African commercial bank, in a move hoping to help drive financial inclusion in Kenya through the embedding of financial services, and deployment of Cards-as-a-Service (CaaS).
The Fintech Times
OCTOBER 10, 2024
There is room for optimism Time for change There have been various government initiatives across the region to help bring about greater financial inclusion. For instance, the Fiji government is currently implementing its National Financial Inclusion Strategy 2022-2030. appeared first on The Fintech Times.
The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Cambodia is leveraging fintech innovations and strategic reforms to boost economic growth, financial inclusion and international partnerships, positioning itself as a key player in the Southeast Asian digital economy. Cambodia, a Southeast Asian nation with a complex history, has undergone significant transformation.
The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
Ant International , the digital payment and fintech company, has joined forces with Dock , a payments and banking technology provider in Latin America, to offer new AI-driven credit technology solutions in Brazil. “Ant International is the partner we were looking for to materialise our financial inclusion goals.
Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Premier Bank , in collaboration with Mastercard and Tappy Technologies , has launched Tap2Pay, making Premier Bank the first Somali Bank in Africa to launch tokenized-passive payment wearables. Tokenization is at the heart of the next generation of secure, contactless payments. With the global wearables market expected to reach $80.39
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Fintech News
JANUARY 7, 2024
Payments innovation in Indonesia holds significant promise for contributing to the nation’s economy and helping bring about a more inclusive, accessible, and equitable financial system. But with about 50% of the population still unbanked, the sector is poised for greater growth.
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Digital payments have become part of our daily lives and are increasingly crucial to fostering financially inclusive economies. Digital payments have become part of our daily lives and are increasingly crucial to fostering financially inclusive economies.
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Fintech Finance
AUGUST 28, 2024
a fintech empowering consumers with innovative services for flexible money access, has announced a partnership with Mastercard to continue scaling payments and disbursements services in the public sector. Lucie Public Schools, and Foster Care Agencies with a first-of-its-kind digital wallet solution, among many others.
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Fintech Finance
JULY 4, 2024
SecurityTech company Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) is making digital payments independent of online connectivity. Even in today’s digital-first economy, connectivity issues can present challenges for digital payment transactions, especially in rural areas. billion unbanked people worldwide.
Fintech Finance
MAY 8, 2024
Mastercard has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with The BENEFIT Company (BENEFIT), leading fintech company in Bahrain, and the national electronic payment infrastructure operator, to explore opportunities for collaboration in driving innovation and financial inclusion in the country’s dynamic payments ecosystem.
The Fintech Times
AUGUST 15, 2024
Meanwhile, Network will enable NOW Money to offer faster, more reliable and secure transactions through its payments solutions. We are committed to supporting NOW Money’s growth strategy of promoting financial inclusion by providing innovative payment solutions.
The Fintech Times
APRIL 29, 2024
We hear from industry experts on how embedded finance ensures the checkout experience is financially inclusive. “Doing so accommodates individuals who may not be able to access traditional banking services, or those who prefer to use alternative payment methods. “One example is embedded lending for merchants.
Payments Source
JANUARY 19, 2021
During the past year we’ve seen some ingenious, innovative solutions addressing financial inclusion, and that will need to continue, says GPS CFO Richard Hodgson.
Fintech Finance
AUGUST 12, 2024
Yuno , the leading global payments orchestration platform, today announces its strategic partnership with Nequi , a digital financial platform with more than 20 million users from diverse backgrounds in Colombia that aims to make people’s daily lives easier.
Fintech Finance
JUNE 6, 2024
Launching the Prepaid Hibir Mastercard in collaboration with Mastercard is a testament to this, marking a significant step towards our mission of digital financial inclusion. This service is more than just a payment solution; it is a bridge for Ethiopians to access the global market with ease and security.”
Fintech Finance
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Digital Transformation (MDT) of Trinidad and Tobago to develop a real-time payments platform similar to India’s ‘Unified Payments Interface’ (UPI).
The Fintech Times
MARCH 8, 2024
the oldest bank in Rwanda and licensed by the Central Bank of Rwanda , and Network International (Network) have partnered to improve financial inclusion in the country. The agreement with Network International will reinforce I&M Bank’s digital-first strategy and leadership in the Rwandan market.
PYMNTS
JANUARY 11, 2021
Pakistan has debuted a government-run instant digital payment system to help with financial inclusion and government revenue, Reuters reports. Pakistan has the distinction as a country where only some economic transactions happen on the books.
Fintech Finance
JULY 23, 2024
Amidst surging interest in digital payment solutions across the country influenced by rising internet penetration and mobile phone usage,[1] Network will enable DTB to benefit from advanced digital payment solutions, robust security protocols and a sophisticated API gateway.
Fintech News
MAY 14, 2024
Direct digital payments are set to overtake cash transactions in the Asia Pacific region by 2028, according to findings from Euromonitor International. Asia Pacific recorded the highest digital payment transaction value in 2023, worth US$ 29,063 billion and accounting for 52% of the global total.
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The Fintech Times
JUNE 16, 2024
Doha Bank and Mastercard have formed a major long-term partnership to boost the commercial bank’s payment solutions and support Qatar’s digital transformation goals. This strategic alliance, one of the most significant deals in Qatar’s financial sector, highlights Doha Bank’s commitment to digital transformation.
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Fintech Finance
APRIL 3, 2024
Damen , a leading electronic payment company and innovator in the field of digital transactions, in collaboration with BKN301 Group , a leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service provider in the MENA region, officially launched new mobile application, “Damen Cash”.
The Fintech Times
DECEMBER 16, 2023
EBANX, a global fintech company specialising in payment solutions for emerging economies, has announced a strategic partnership with Bancolombia bank to integrate payment method Botón Bancolombia into its array of payment options in Latin America.
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Fintech Finance
APRIL 29, 2024
Reem Finance (RF), a leading financial services provider in the UAE, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with global digital payments leader, Visa. to expand its offerings by providing innovative, secure digital payment solutions to its customers including contactless enabled Visa cards and digital wallets.
The Paypers
OCTOBER 9, 2023
Global digital payments platform Visa and Philippines-based mobile wallet app GCash have partnered in a bid to drive financial inclusion in the Philippines.
Fintech News
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Indonesia and the Philippines lead in e-wallet usage, with 92% and 87% of respondents, respectively, using the payment method, especially QR payments and mobile payment apps. The Indonesian government has also played a critical part in fostering digital payments.
Fintech Finance
JANUARY 15, 2024
WSPN , a leading global digital payments company, proudly announces a strategic collaboration with Fireblocks , an enterprise platform to manage digital asset operations and build innovative businesses on the blockchain, to expand global digitals payment adoption and propel financial inclusion.
Fintech Finance
APRIL 16, 2024
Episode Six (E6), a leading global provider of enterprise-grade payment processing and ledger infrastructure, has today announced a partnership with Loop , a major e-Money institution (EMI), to power its Fintech-as-a-Service offering in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
Clearly Payments
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Among the sectors affected is the payment processing industry , which has undergone rapid transformation in response to the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic. This article covers the impact of COVID-19 on payment processing, supported by data and statistics that highlight the scope and scale of these changes.
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The Fintech Times
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
A report by FXC Intelligence has highlighted the significant impact of India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) on cross-border payments, signaling the country’s emergence as a global economic leader and a frontrunner in digital payments innovation. billion transactions worth INR182trillion in 2023 alone.
Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 2, 2024
BKN301 Group , a London-based leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) provider in the MENA region, unveiled its latest innovative payment solution, ‘301 Retail Account.’ The solution will further help promote financial inclusion and economic progress in the region.
Center for Payments
OCTOBER 20, 2023
When recognizing Cybersecurity Month in October, it is important to consider the connection between cybersecurity, cutting-edge technology, and financial inclusion. Executives of financial institutions should have a good understanding of the importance of financial inclusion and the impact technology has on it is essential.
Payments Source
AUGUST 31, 2020
Transfiya, a blockchain-based funds transfer system, is transforming payments in Colombia for the benefit of underbanked and financially excluded consumers.
Fintech Finance
JULY 11, 2024
Inswitch , a global leader in embedded finance technology, and n1co Technologies , a Salvadoran fintech company with a mission to integrate more people into the financial future, announced a new partnership. Using Inswitch’s platform, n1co offers its clients a completely digital and simple onboarding process.
The Fintech Times
JUNE 5, 2024
EBANX, a global cross-border payments fintech, has teamed up with Ozow , South Africa’s instant EFT payments provider, expanding their strategic partnership to further enhance digital payment solutions in South Africa. By joining forces with global powerhouse EBANX, we are taking a giant leap towards that goal.
The Fintech Times
JULY 5, 2024
Security technology company Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) has launched a new token-based payment solution, ‘G+D Filia Unplugged’, enabling secure offline payment transactions. “Offline payments are the missing link in the digital payment sphere. .
Fintech Finance
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
million freelancers to digitize their payments. By facilitating a shift from cash to digital payments, BOP is not only revolutionizing the SME sector, but also promoting financial inclusion in Pakistan’s burgeoning gig economy. Mastercard and BOP have enjoyed a long-standing productive partnership.
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