Fintech Finance

AUGUST 27, 2024

The platform will be built on the global ISO 20022 standard and will offer additional features such as Request to Pay and Alias management, providing participants with opportunities for new payments and revenue streams. According to ACI’s latest Prime Time for Real-Time report, 3.8 between 2023 and 2028. “We

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Open Banking Excellence

JULY 1, 2024

Helping reduce costs and enabling them to positively impact their citizens and economy drives a fairer and more inclusive society. This proven programme makes it simpler and faster for regulators to shape and implement their domestic open banking and open finance frameworks and policies. It’s your North Star.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 10, 2024

FinTech Scotland , the industry body boosting the fintech economy in Scotland, is sending a delegation of Scottish fintech firms to New York, in collaboration with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT). By collaborating with our US partners, we can encourage growth to create more highly-skilled jobs and opportunities.”

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Regis Sadiyaat in Abu Dhabi, featuring 11 panel sessions showcasing insights from 37 experts across various sectors of the new economy. Diverse perspectives were shared on investment opportunities spanning technology, circular economy, creative economy, hospitality, sports, and aviation.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 4, 2024

The giant Egypt will accelerate growth by 167%, while the smaller economies, like Ethiopia, will grow by an impressive 429% in the next decade. The digital economies of India, Latin America, and Africa together will surpass US$ 1.3 Kenya (115%), Morocco (107%), Ghana (106%), and South Africa (42%) are also mentioned in the analysis.

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Consumer Credit Cards Online and Mobile Banking Instant Payments 98

Fintech News

AUGUST 23, 2024

Despite current funding challenges, fintech experts and industry observers are still optimistic about the region’s long-term growth prospects, driven by factors such as a young population, a large consumer base, and supportive government initiatives. The following is a curated list of the top fintech events taking place in APAC in H2 2024.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

HKFW is expected to attract over 30,000 participants from more than 100 economies. The programme, which received over 500 applications from 56 economies, will culminate in live pitches during the week, showcasing cutting-edge fintech solutions.

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FinTech Web 3.0 Treasury AI 102

Open Banking

JULY 23, 2024

The milestone comes days after the Government committed to introducing a Smart Data Bill in the King’s Speech, which will unlock the full potential of open banking and expand smart data schemes into other economic sectors. Henk Van Hulle, OBL CEO welcomed the Government’s announcement. Create security and messaging standards.

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Small Business Message Standards Regulations Economy 80

PYMNTS

JANUARY 1, 2020

Armed with new tech, mobile devices, data and the cloud, they fast-tracked the shift from a largely analog world to the app-based economy of today. That connected economy will be the result of the full force of the Internet of Things (IoT) in action. But in the connected economy, commerce will be all around us.

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Economy Online and Mobile Banking Credential Push-to-Card 69

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 22, 2024

Beyond card offerings, small businesses can also participate in Mastercard’s SME business education program. SMEs are the backbone of the economy. In line with our commitment to driving financial inclusion, Mastercard has pledged to bring 50 million micro, small and medium enterprises worldwide into the digital economy by 2025.

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Fintech News

MARCH 26, 2024

With the backing of 13 fintech industry leaders from 11 economies, the programme aims to bolster MSMEs’ efforts in aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by enhancing their sustainability practices through digital platforms.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 8, 2024

. “Open Banking Limited is not only committed to maintaining the open banking standard, but also supporting the ecosystem by helping participants with their journey to version four,” added Henk Van Hulle , CEO of OBL. The guide and resources provide actionable insights and best practices for institutions of all sizes.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 26, 2024

Many organisations are looking at ways to participate and support the ecosystem, with Simply Asset Finance , the specialist business lending provider, being the latest to allow users to borrow under the scheme. Simply Asset Finance (Simply) will now have the ability to provide a wide range of finance for small businesses through the scheme.

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Finance Accreditation Participant Economy 59

Clearly Payments

MARCH 11, 2024

Recognizing the potential risks and opportunities associated with cryptocurrencies, Canadian regulatory bodies have been proactive in developing frameworks to govern their use. Focus on Consumer Protection: The government seems more focused on consumer protection and staying informed about the evolving crypto landscape.

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PYMNTS

JUNE 9, 2017

Blockchain could have an impact on the economy — is Russia leading the way with its current investments? When executives in the finance industry think of blockchain technology, its perception has shifted in the past few years in terms of how it could shape financial services — and therefore the economy — as a residual impact.

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Economy Blockchain Wire Transfer Cross-Border 68

PYMNTS

MAY 4, 2020

economy since governors began asking their citizens to #stayathome in mid-March, and even well before that. Nearly twice as many consumers are putting more stock into what medical science is telling them will lower their risk of contagion than what governments say is safe to do. What Consumers Miss, And What They Don’t.

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Economy Consumer Risk Returns 83

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 11, 2024

Majid bin Abdullah Alkassabi , chairman of the board of the Premium Residency Centre , aligns the company with the vision of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud , Crown Prince to accelerate Saudi Arabia ’s trajectory towards a knowledge-based, diversified economy in new sectors.

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Fintech News

MAY 8, 2024

The country’s latest milestone, the Thailand Retail CBDC (RCBDC) Pilot Programme, marks a significant step forward in understanding the implications of a digital currency for the Thai economy. The project evolved, incorporating enhanced functionalities, cross-border fund transfers, and a Corporate CBDC Pilot Program.

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Fintech News

MAY 8, 2024

Project Savannah was launched in June 2023 as a collaborative effort between the three entities to provide a strong foundation for the way MSMEs approach Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting by focusing on three key pillars: Metrics, Technology, and Opportunities.

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The Fintech Times

MAY 15, 2024

From government officials and policymakers to start-up founders, the two-day Dubai FinTech Summit 2024, held at Madinat Jumeirah, saw over 300 thought leaders participate in 125 discussions across five stages and over 200 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge technologies.

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PYMNTS

JULY 20, 2017

TReDS will provide a further impetus for growth for SME customers, a key engine of growth in the Indian economy.”. “We This initiative will benefit all three participants: the financier, buyer and the MSME seller.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Among the companies now participating are Amazon Web Services (AWS), Barclays, HSBC, Mastercard and Revolut. This initiative, w hich first came to light in June , is focused on developing advanced digital verification systems to safeguard businesses and consumers from the rising threat of fraud.

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Open Banking

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This growth firmly positions the UK at the forefront of global financial innovation, highlighting the transformative impact of open banking on the economy. It is also timely, as the Government prepares to introduce the Digital Information and Smart Data Bill. Produce guidelines for participants in the open banking ecosystem.

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Innovation Message Standards API Enrollments 121

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

According to the latest edition of the PYMNTS Gig Economy Index™, a Hyperwallet collaboration, gigs are on the rise, with freelancing expected to shoot up nine percent in four years. And with this part of the economy ballooning, ad hoc workers are now earning 44 percent of their income by working gigs. contact-form-7].

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Almost a decade in, no longer fueled by desperation, the gig economy has taken a new shape and form. Today, the $700 billion-plus economy is powered not just by people who have lost their jobs or students working summer jobs, but increasingly by those who prefer the gig lifestyle. Benefits in the gig economy. to 5:00 p.m.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 23, 2024

The digital economy has no doubt picked up pace in the last 10 years, with it now contributing £149billion to the UK economy each year. “Being in the government e-commerce space, we basically could not exist without embedded finance tools.

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Embedded Finance Finance Payment APIs and Integration Governance 59

PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Jumio has a user take an image of government-issued identification along with a selfie of him or himself from a mobile phone or webcam to verify his or her identity. Trust gains further dimensions in the evolving sharing economy as individuals make their real homes available to people they don’t know or rent accommodations from them.

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Verification B2C Best Practices Data Breach 92

The Fintech Times

MARCH 14, 2024

This rapid growth can be attributed to several important factors, such as the successful advancement of digital transformation , widespread mobile adoption, favourable regulatory policies and forward-thinking government investments in talent and innovation.

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Online and Mobile Banking Financial Inclusion Encryption Financial Literacy 115

The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The trip, coordinated in partnership with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Informa plc , the events, digital services, and academic knowledge company, will see representatives of each tech company introduced to a variety of government officials, banks and regulators.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 10, 2020

Federal Reserve said that it had launched a multi-trillion dollar lending program that targets smaller businesses, and in a broadened salvo, targets local governments, too. economy, as the fallout from the coronavirus continues. It’s all meant to shore up the U.S. But he also said, in a nod toward reopening the U.S.

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Fed Federal Reserve Returns Consumer 135

The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Despite its market stalling in H1’24, Australia’s economy still remains a major player globally with a gross domestic product (GDP) per capita of over $65,000 according to the World Bank. But what subsectors are leading the way and can the country keep up its growth?

Cross-Border Payments 52

Cross-Border Payments Scams Non-Bank Cross-Border 52

Fintech News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In an era where sustainability is not just a preference but a necessity, the dialogue around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices has taken centre stage for major corporations.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Asian Financial Forum (AFF) 2024 January 24 – 25, 2024 Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong The Asian Financial Forum (AFF) is a premier gathering of influential leaders hailing from the spheres of government, finance, and business across the globe.

FinTech 124

FinTech Web 3.0 AI Participant 124

The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

.” Backing innovation and digitalisation “Financial innovation and fintech enablement is pivotal to the ongoing transformation of Saudi Arabia’s economy,” added Ayman Al Sayari , governor of Saudi Central Bank.

FinTech 59

FinTech Central Bank SARS Authorization 59

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 13, 2023

According to ACI’s 2023 Prime Time for Real-Time report, real-time payments transactions in Latin America’s 4 th biggest economy are expected to jump from 15 million in 2022 to 92 million in 2027, a five-year CAGR of 43.4%. Real-time payments improve liquidity in the financial system and overall market efficiencies in the economy.

Real Time Payments 52

Real Time Payments Central Bank Financial Inclusion Payments 52

The Fintech Times

MARCH 20, 2024

The government’s efforts to improve the payment industry are demonstrated with the release of these guidelines, as they serve as a roadmap for the future growth of the industry. At the same time, led by government authorities in specific sectors, UnionPay will encourage other industry players to pool their resources.

Use Case 59

Use Case Online and Mobile Banking Governance Government 59

The Fintech Times

JUNE 11, 2024

CFIT’s coalition will unite big tech providers, trade associations, major retail and challenger banks, fintech firms, digital ID solution providers and credit agencies to explore how collaboration can make the UK economy even more resilient against fraud. This will be achieved through verifying UK businesses to fight economic crime.

Crime 59

Crime Verification Small Business Finance 59