Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

With many populations across Africa being underbanked, PayRetailers accelerates financial inclusion across the region by supporting businesses with their growth journey. The post PayRetailers Expands Further Into Africa, Boosting Financial Inclusion Across Eight Additional Key Markets appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Having originally launched in Mexico in February 2024, inDrive Money improves financial inclusion for gig economy workers. “Our embedded solution within the inDrive platform allows for quick, easy, and seamless access to capital, advancing financial inclusion throughout the country.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Paysend and Mastercard have partnered to launch Paysend Libre in Mexico in a move to drive financial inclusion in a region where the majority of the population is still underbanked or unbanked. Paysend is taking a lead in financial inclusion throughout the LATAM (Latin American) Region with the launch of Paysend Libre in Mexico.

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Finovate

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This week’s edition of Finovate Global features news from the fintech industry in Nigeria. Africa’s newest fintech unicorn raises $110 million African fintech Moniepoint is the continent’s latest fintech unicorn. The Nigerian fintech is one of seven African startups to make this year’s list.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 12, 2025

Southeast Asias fintech industry is flourishing, driven by soaring adoption of digital payments, alternative lending, and wealthtech. It notes that while COVID-19 accelerated the digital shift, Asia-Pacific (APAC) still face significant financial inclusion challenges with 820 million unbanked and 1.8 billion underbanked adults.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 13, 2025

Mukuru Zimbabwe Financial Services CEO, Doug Tait-Knight, says: Mukuru takes its role as a fintech driving financial inclusion seriously. The post Mukuru Launches Mobile Wallet in Zimbabwe to Bolster Financial Inclusion appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Fintech Finance

JULY 30, 2024

Mastercard hosted the second annual Mastercard Ghana Fintech Forum in Accra, bringing together key stakeholders and thought leaders in the fintech industry to discuss critical developments and foster collaboration. The event highlighted the progress and innovation within Ghana’s fintech sector.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Nandan Mer, Chief Executive Officer, Network International, said: “We are excited to strengthen our partnership with Ant International to expand their footprint in the Middle East and Africa and contribute to financial inclusion efforts within the region. The ceremony was witnessed by H.E.

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Open Banking Excellence

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

10th October 2024 Live Event Linkedin Twitter 'Innovation Driving Growth' A FinTech as a Force for Good Forum Join us for our annual ‘FinTech as a Force for Good Forum’ as we explore FinTech’s role in supporting consumers through economic uncertainty, as well as its ability to help drive forward the wider ESG agenda.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 24, 2025

Nigerian fintech Moniepoint has secured investment from digital payments giant Visa , enabling it to continue its mission to ensure financial inclusion for people across Africa. ” The post Visa Invests in Nigerian Moniepoint to Help Bolster Financial Inclusion Across Africa appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The fintech industry, having navigated through the turbulent waters of the COVID-19 pandemic, has demonstrated not only resilience but also a robust capacity for growth. Source: The Future of Global Fintech: Towards Resilient and Inclusive Growth. However, the fintech sector’s journey is not without its challenges.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 10, 2025

equity stake in Jingle Pay , one of the fastest growing fintechs in the MENAP region. The Bank’s fintech investment underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across key markets. Jingle Pay was recently awarded the top global fintech for remittances into Pakistan.

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Finextra

MARCH 21, 2024

Fintech firms could do more to intentionally target women customers in emerging markets, boosting both their own prospects and financial inclusion, says a report from the World Bank's International Finance Corporation (IFC).

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Fintech Review

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Emerging markets have become a hub for fintech innovation. However, regulatory frameworks in these markets vary widely, influencing how fintech companies evolve and scale. Supportive Regulations: A Catalyst for Growth Supportive regulations can significantly enhance fintech growth.

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Fintech News

JULY 15, 2024

Myanmar’s fintech industry is poised for significant growth, driven by rising digital payment usage, and strong investor interest. Moreover, with 80% of the country’s 55 million people unbanked , there is substantial potential for fintech solutions. Regional investors are also keen on Myanmar’s fintech startup market.

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As the country looks to ensure future stability, we ask how big a role fintech can play in making progress. While some cultural trends do influence the persistent dominance of cash-based payments, greater levels of financial education and financial literacy could help close this gap. In fact, some key work has already begun.

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Fintech Review

JULY 24, 2024

In emerging markets, fintech is profoundly transforming financial services. These markets, often characterised by underdeveloped financial infrastructure , benefit significantly from fintech innovations. This article delves into how fintech is reshaping financial services in these regions.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 6, 2025

PayMint , a leading financial technology company, has announced that it has obtained final approval from the Central Bank of Egypt to launch its first Meeza prepaid cards in partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Egypt (ADIB-Egypt).

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 14, 2025

The financial services platform says its new Mukuru Wallet has two pockets that enables users to send and receive money locally and internationally from mobile phones, safely store funds and have free cashouts on international transfers.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 20, 2025

Ultimately, the AFC argued the new act could hinder financial inclusion as it would impose unnecessary burdens on responsible financial institutions and consequently make custodial accounts prohibitively expensive to offer. Underserved consumers relying on these services would be the ones feeling this impact the most.

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Fintech Review

JUNE 4, 2024

By Nikolay Seleznev , Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer at Uzum The descendants of those who traded on the Silk Road are now embracing a new vehicle for commerce: fintech. Of course, a rising tide of prosperity, consumerism and entrepreneurship will spur fintech growth. The post Uzbekistan: A Fintech Paradise?

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 26, 2024

This March, The Fintech Times is shifting its spotlight towards insurtech, exploring the potential impact of blockchain technology on insurance processes and its role in instilling trust in digital transactions. “Insurance policies and products can often be complex, high-touch, and very time consuming.

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Fintech Review

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Yet, they often face financial challenges, struggling to access credit, manage cash flow, and navigate complex financial systems. Fintech solutions are changing this landscape, offering SMEs tailored tools to overcome these barriers. Fintech companies see this gap as an opportunity to innovate.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Exploring the rich possibilities within Africa’s fintech ecosystem, The Fintech Times delves into Visa ‘s inaugural fintech accelerator, dedicated to nurturing the evolving fintech sector in Africa. The fintech startup scene in Africa is growing at an exceptional rate, with the overall number up 125.2

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Fintech News

MAY 20, 2024

Cyber Crimes, Cybersecurity, and Fintech Panel Event May 23, 2024, 12:00 CEST On May 23, 2024, at 12:00 CEST, a panel event titled “Cyber Crimes, Cybersecurity, and Fintech” will be hosted by Peirce College. The session will be moderated by Urs Bolt, a Fintech and Banking Expert.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Known for its technological advancements and industrial growth, Taiwan has also emerged as a notable player in the fintech sector. Fintechs in Taiwan cover a wide range of subsectors, including crypto-focused firms WOO and Coolwallet. Fintech Taipei – major fintech event in Taiwan.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

New Africa Technology (NAT) , a fintech company based in Senegal, joins forces with Mastercard to introduce a virtual and physical prepaid card for individuals through NAT’s existing digital wallet solution, ‘’Flash’’. This alliance highlights our dedication to advancing financial inclusion and economic development in the region.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 19, 2024

Now encapsulating a focus on societal impact and the environment, the term ‘fintech for good’ has evolved from its initial meaning of charity. This July, we are on the hunt to find out how the fintech industry is doing ‘good’ for local communities and the world, revealing current and future plans to make change.

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Payments Source

MAY 23, 2021

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The Fintech Times

JULY 28, 2024

Now encapsulating a focus on societal impact and the environment, the term ‘fintech for good’ has evolved from its initial meaning of charity. This July, we are on the hunt to find out how the fintech industry is doing ‘good’ for local communities and the world, revealing current and future plans to make change.

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The Fintech Times

AUGUST 23, 2024

Mongolia, a country of striking contrasts, presents a unique fintech landscape. This distinctive geography shapes the challenges and opportunities within Mongolia’s evolving fintech sector. Growth Despite its small population, Mongolia is actively extending its fintech influence beyond its borders.

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Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Kenyan fintech startup Leja has achieved remarkable growth, processing $2 billion in B2B payments since launching its B2B payments service in Kenya earlier this year. By leveraging its innovative data-driven credit scoring and payment solutions, Leja aims to drive revenue growth while advancing financial inclusion.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 11, 2024

This June at The Fintech Times, we’re focusing on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The fintech industry is known for its innovative, agile reputation, and yet it still faces a significant diversity problem that threatens to halt its growth and stop that innovation moving.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Klara AI , a pioneering fintech startup, has today announced a collaboration with leading global fintech company Unlimit. The exciting new partnership will focus on launching a financial solution specifically tailored for women across the European Union.

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Fintech Finance

AUGUST 29, 2024

This will contribute to the ongoing growth of the digital bank’s loan portfolio and promote financial inclusion in Uzbekistan, Central Asia’s largest country by population. This investment will help TBC UZ reach more individuals with vital financial services, fostering economic resilience and development in the region.”

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Fintech News

JANUARY 13, 2025

A Tracxn Technologies report highlights that the Southeast Asia fintech ecosystem experienced its zenith in 2021, marking the highest annual equity funding in the last decade. A visual overview of the SEA fintech sector’s funding trajectory from 2017 to 2024, showcasing the sharp decline after a record-breaking 2021.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 22, 2025

Arturo Planell Arturo Planell, Group Country Manager, Regional Southeast Asia at Visa, said, “This milestone reflects Visas commitment to digital and financial inclusion in Cambodia, supporting tourism businesses and small enterprises.” ” Dr. Chea Serey H.E.

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