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Financial Inclusion FinTech Underserved 
Fintech News
APRIL 3, 2024
The report, titled “Her Fintech Edge: Market Insights for Inclusive Growth”, explores the representation of women within fintech portfolios and the factors influencing, and examines the performance of women customers compared to overall portfolios, considering loyalty, customer lifetime value (CLV), and default rates.
The Fintech Times
APRIL 9, 2024
This April, The Fintech Times is focusing on all things embedded finance, the integration of financial services into non-financial products and services. Continuing our BaaS focus at the beginning of April, we asked industry leaders about how they’re seeing BaaS driving financial inclusion worldwide.
Payments Source
MAY 23, 2021
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The Fintech Times
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Despite its political unrest and economic challenges, Myanmar has shown significant progress in the fintech sector, bringing financial services to underserved populations. But how has this development unfolded and what is the current state of fintech in the country?
Fintech Finance
JUNE 18, 2024
ZORRZ , the pioneering fintech driving financial inclusivity, has announced its strategic partnership with CLOWD9 , a B-Corp certified processing platform, to power its innovative BlueAccess Hybrid Credit Card platform. “We are delighted that ZORRZ has chosen to partner with CLOWD9!
PYMNTS
DECEMBER 1, 2019
The goal is to improve Nigeria’s financial inclusion rate by 20 percent, bringing it to 80 percent by the end of 2020. Nigerians in underserved locations will have access to cost-effective payment services, cash-in and cash-out facilities, and savings products.”.
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 1, 2024
Having originally launched in Mexico in February 2024, inDrive Money improves financial inclusion for gig economy workers. This is particularly impactful as freelancers have traditionally been underserved in Latin America, and Colombia is no different. This will depend on their activity on the inDrive app.
The Fintech Times
JUNE 11, 2024
Fintech Galaxy , the UAE-based open banking and financial innovation company, is joining forces with Yabx , a leader in alternate data-based lending and loan portfolio management for underserved segments of the population, to enhance SME lending.
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
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
This strategic expansion aims to boost financial inclusion by providing efficient, affordable cross-border payment solutions to one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions. High remittance fees have historically hindered financial inclusion in the region. to send USD 200.
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.
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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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.
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. Despite these advancements, about 30 per cent of the adult population remains underserved in financial services.
FICO
MAY 7, 2018
I recently had the opportunity to attend LendIt Fintech USA , a leading event discussing financial services innovation. The FICO team was excited to lead the Financial Inclusion track that focused on how to responsibly expand credit access to previously unscorable consumers.
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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Fintech Finance
OCTOBER 9, 2024
The British fintech company Pockit and the pan-European fintech Monese today announce that they have agreed terms for Pockit to acquire Monese, subject to Change in Control approval by the FCA, creating the leading fintech for the financially underserved and lower-middle-income consumers across the UK and Europe.
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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. The rapid adoption of the Leja App over the past year highlights the power of local solutions tailored to underserved markets.
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Fintech Finance
JUNE 24, 2024
Pyypl (pronounced “People”) – a pioneering fintech company in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) – announces Visa Principal Licence Membership and strategic framework agreement. ” Pyypl is one of the fastest growing fintechs in MEA, with an industry-leading management team with unrivalled experience in the region.
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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PYMNTS
NOVEMBER 23, 2020
Blockchain and a bank charter might do much to boost financial inclusion. While many digital-first companies springboard from payments into lending, Figure Technologies , a FinTech focused on home improvement, debt consolidation and retirement products that leverage blockchain protocols, is branching out from lending into payments.
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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Fintech Finance
JUNE 7, 2024
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.
The Fintech Times
JUNE 23, 2024
Pyypl, a fintech in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, has unveiled a major partnership with Visa , enabling it to issue virtual and physical prepaid Visa cards. With the support of local regulators, Pyypl can also provide access to prepaid Visa cards in other markets, fast-tracking financial inclusion across the MEA region.
The Fintech Times
JANUARY 31, 2024
Lloyds Banking Group is shutting down its mobile van banking service this year and closing 123 branches, sparking concern over reduced access to essential financial services, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Having a financial inclusion mission means staying the course and keeping the tools for economic mobility in play.
Fintech News
DECEMBER 1, 2024
Despite their crucial role in economic growth and job creation, nearly half of all MSMEs in Asia and the Pacific are either unserved or underserved by financial institutions. Trillion MSME Financing Gap in Asia appeared first on Fintech Singapore. said ADB’s Vice-President for Market Solutions Bhargav Dasgupta.
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Fintech News
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Fintech firm Surfin has raised US$12.5 Surfin began with consumer lending and has since expanded into various financial services, including payments, remittance, credit card issuance, and wealth management. Featured image credit: Edited from Freepik The post Bootstrapped Fintech Surfin Lands US$12.5M
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Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Thailand’s Lightnet and Hong Kong-based fintech unicorn WeLab have teamed up to apply for a virtual bank license in Thailand. The aim is to enhance financial access for underserved retail customers and small businesses. WeLab is backed by billionaire Li Ka-shing and aims to grow its user base to 500 million by 2032.
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The Fintech Times
DECEMBER 26, 2023
This underserved group encompasses those with minimal or no credit history, small businesses, and emerging demographics, including the youth and female populations. In Kenya, banking apps have driven a significant increase in financial inclusion from 26 per cent in 2006 to 83 per cent in 2021.
Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
Nikhilesh Goel Nikhilesh Goel, Co-founder and Group CEO of Validus said, “By leveraging Batumbu’s unique position as the largest and only profitable digital SME financing platform in the country, we are committed to unlocking new opportunities for businesses, driving economic growth, and enhancing financial inclusion.
Fintech Finance
JULY 9, 2024
This move aligns with NOW Money’s mission to offer inclusive financial solutions to underserved communities and improve the financial well-being of its users across the GCC. Convenient Digital Payments: Integration of the Mastercard with the NOW Money app allows for seamless financial management.
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The Fintech Times
APRIL 22, 2024
Codebase Technologies , a UAE-based fintech platform provider, has launched its ‘Digibanc SME Financing’ platform to address the needs of underserved Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across MENA and APAC.
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Fintech News
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Niklas Wiberg expressed support for Vilja’s initiative and highlighting the importance of promoting innovation that drives economic growth and financial inclusion. His remarks underscored the significance of international collaboration in advancing the region’s financial landscape. This article first appeared on fintechnews.my
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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.
PYMNTS
SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
The favored narrative about banks and FinTech startups is generally not a love story. Banks represent the old way of handling financial services – and in fairness, they carry a lot of responsibilities that deposit-taking institutions don’t necessarily have. Usually, it is more of an all-out war story. Creating the Right Conditions.
Fintech News
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) has announced the finalists for its 2024 Fintech Excellence Awards, organised in partnership with the Singapore Fintech Association (SFA) and supported by PwC Singapore. A new category was introduced to recognise progress in artificial intelligence and quantum technology.
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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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Fintech News
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Existing investors in Finfra include Hustle Fund, Firstpick, DS/X Ventures, Seedstars, Fintech Nation Fund, BADideas Fund, and Gold Dragon Ventures. Finfra reported that it has facilitated over US$65 million in credit for underserved Indonesian businesses since its establishment in 2022.
Fintech Finance
AUGUST 28, 2024
a fintech empowering consumers with innovative services for flexible money access, has announced a partnership with Mastercard to continue scaling payments and disbursements services in the public sector. Public Sector appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance. Rellevate , Inc.,
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Fintech Finance
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
The collaboration will create a safe, inclusive financial ecosystem that bridges markets, enabling swift reliable payments across borders and offers financial empowerment tools to millions of Africans and businesses.
The Fintech Times
JULY 19, 2024
Now encapsulating a focus on societal impact and the environment, the term ‘fintech for good’ has evolved from its initial meaning of charity. This July, we are on the hunt to find out how the fintech industry is doing ‘good’ for local communities and the world, revealing current and future plans to make change.
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Fintech Review
JULY 10, 2024
These platforms leverage blockchain technology to create open, accessible, and secure financial systems that operate without the need for intermediaries like banks. As a result, DeFi is gaining traction rapidly due to its ability to provide financial services to those who have been historically underserved by conventional banking systems.
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Fintech News
JANUARY 7, 2024
Indonesian fintech company KOMUNAL has secured US$ 5.5 We firmly believe that rural bank digitisation is pivotal to nurture financial inclusivity in Indonesia. We will continue to innovate and bring meaningful impacts to Indonesia’s massive population base, especially the underserved yet promising MSMEs in tier 2 and 3 cities.”
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