The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The Thai banking sector could have a new key player in the first half of 2025 as Lighthub Asset , a Thai fintech and WeLab , a pan-Asian fintech platform submit an application for a virtual banking licence with the Bank of Thailand. Lighthub Asset and WeLab’s venture (the consortium) will improve financial inclusion in Thailand.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 18, 2024

. “This collaboration reflects BRI’s continuous efforts to enhance productivity and efficiency by expanding its digital payment channel network to meet the growing demand for global transactions,” he said.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 11, 2024

In its continued drive for financial inclusion across Nigerian communities, Africa-focused fintech platform PalmPay has unveiled two cost-saving financial products – Unlimited Free Transfer and Target Savings – for users of its app. for their savings discipline on the amount they’ve been able to save.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 29, 2024

This April, The Fintech Times is focusing on all things embedded finance, the integration of financial services into non-financial products and services. Fintechs are in a prime position to make the e-commerce and checkout experience easy and accessible.

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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.

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Fintech Finance

AUGUST 14, 2024

TaluCard , in collaboration with IDEX Biometrics and a London based issuer is launching its state-of-the-art biometric payment solution. TaluCard is committed to making payment solutions usable for everyone, ensuring ease of use also for those with accessibility issues.

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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. Through this partnership, Network will offer a variety of payment products and services including credit and prepaid card hosting and processing.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 7, 2024

But to fully realize the sector’s potential, stakeholders must focus on nurturing a robust ecosystem by enhancing capital access, attracting and retaining top talent and fostering a strong demand for payment solutions, a new report by Emerging Payments Association Asia (EPAA) says.

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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.”

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 11, 2024

Ambar Sur , founder and CEO at TerraPay Ambar Sur , founder and CEO at TerraPay, explained: “Our partnership with DDF marks a significant milestone in our journey to enable financial inclusion at a large scale.

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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).

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 17, 2024

These devices enable consumers to make swift, secure payments by simply tapping their wearable at any compatible point-of-sale (POS) terminal, ATM, or NFC-enabled payment point. This innovation enhances the consumer experience while setting a new standard for secure, frictionless payments, advancing financial inclusion in Somalia.

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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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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

JULY 17, 2024

Flutterwave , Africa’s leading payments technology company, is excited to be included in the top 250 fintech companies in the world by CNBC and Statista for the first time. The list further highlights how these fintech companies have been vital to fostering economic growth and driving financial inclusion.

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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.

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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”.

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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.

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M2P Fintech

AUGUST 25, 2023

Network inaccessibility keeps a large section of the population out of the ambit of digital payments and is a challenge to financial inclusion. Offline Payments, Now a Reality Offline payments, as the name implies, enable consumers to make digital payments in an offline environment.

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Finovate

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Our final Finovate Global column of 2023 celebrates the conversations we’ve had this year with fintech innovators from around the world. Stay tuned in 2024 for more interviews with some of the most interesting founders, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders in fintech and financial services.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Mastercard has partnered with Loop , a leading digital payments technology company licensed by SAMA, to empower businesses and consumers across the Kingdom with greater access to advanced credit card offerings and innovative payment solutions.

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Fintech Finance

APRIL 4, 2024

Ahmed Samir, Regional Managing Director for Merchant Services – Egypt, Network International said, “By partnering with Souhoola, we’re not just facilitating seamless digital payments, we are also accelerating financial inclusion.

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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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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Ahmed Nafie , CEO, MDP, commented: “By bundling Mastercard’s digital assets with our products, we are offering issuer banks the ability to roll out new segment-focused solutions, like youth banking, family banking and digital lending. Fintech companies could benefit from card-as-a-service (CaaS) and sandbox capabilities.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This collaboration aims to offer a new BNPL payment method for PayTabs Egypt merchants, increasing the range of payment options offered online. By integrating Souhoola’s BNPL solution, we are not only addressing the buying habits and lifestyle choices of consumers but also providing our merchants with a competitive edge.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 28, 2024

1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with TerraPay , a leading global money movement company. This partnership underscores our commitment to providing innovative and reliable financial solutions that drive efficiency and inclusivity.

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Fintech Finance

JULY 9, 2024

Nicolas Andine, CEO of NOW Money, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership: “We are thrilled to partner with Mastercard, a global pioneer in payments innovation. Convenient Digital Payments: Integration of the Mastercard with the NOW Money app allows for seamless financial management.

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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. The n1co card and n1co App are more than just tools; they are gateways to a world of financial possibilities.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

By integrating a new NFC bill payment feature into its app, Damen aims to enhance user convenience and security. The latest app enhancement comes as the fintech market grows rapidly in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). per cent from 2024 to 2029. and eKYC in improving security and customer experience.

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Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Kenya’s payment acceptance market continues to grow, with mobile wallet payments driven by M-PESA showing a 12.7% Safaricom and Mastercard are committed to foster innovation and financial inclusion within Kenya’s evolving digital landscape. CAGR between 2020 and 2024.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 23, 2024

Comera Pay, the fintech subsidiary of Comera Financial Holding , headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE, today announced that it was granted an In-Principle Approval from the Central Bank of the UAE to operate under the Stored Value Facilitator (SVF) and Retail Payment System Clearing Service (RPSCS) licenses.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Arab Financial Services (AFS) , a pioneering digital payments solutions provider and fintech enabler in the Middle East and Africa, has raised $50 million in capital. Moreover, the newly launched AFS Open Banking hub is driving financial inclusion and innovation in the region.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 1, 2024

With the A2A payment market forecast to grow significantly, Ecommpay is committed to delivering solutions that enable e-commerce merchants to capitalise on this opportunity. Todd Clyde, CEO at Token.io, commented: “We are excited to enhance Ecommpay’s Open Banking Advanced solution with Token.io

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Fintech Finance

JULY 8, 2024

PayerMax , a leading global payment solutions provider, is proud to announce its decision to expand into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and its noteworthy commitment to the KSA by establishing its regional headquarters in Riyadh.

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Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

“Partnering with dLocal enables us to offer a seamless and inclusive financial experience worldwide,” says Anas Sohail, Chief Revenue Officer, at Ontop. The integration of efficient, low-cost payment solutions is crucial to our mission of simplifying global payroll processes and empowering our users with timely and fair compensation.”

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Recurring Payment Solutions : Payment processors have had to adapt by offering solutions that support automated billing, recurring payments, and subscription management. Serving the Needs of the Underbanked The pandemic exposed significant gaps in financial inclusion, particularly for underbanked populations.

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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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