Fintech News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The event is expected to bring together leading regulators, fintech executives, banks, and industry disruptors from across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss trends and innovations shaping the financial sector, with a focus on real-world case studies and actionable strategies. Yet, its potential is far from being fully realised.

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Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 11, 2024

ClearCourse , a leading provider of industry-specific software and payments for UK SMEs, is pleased to announce the appointment of FinTech, Software and Payments veteran Simon Black as Non-Executive Director. Simon has over three decades of experience in Fintech software and Payments.

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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 post Kenyan Fintech Leja Processes $2 Billion in Business Transactions in 2024 appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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The Payments Association

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

How fintechs are challenging traditional banks in the merchant services space, posing a threat to banks’ core business and revenue streams. The shift driven by fintechs could erode banks’ dominance, forcing them to modernise or risk losing a significant share of the market. What is this article about? Why is it important?

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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 collaboration aims to transform the payment landscape in Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Benin.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The post Geidea Leads the FinTech Revolution in the Region, Starting With a Network of Thousands of Merchants and Preparing for the SoftPos Launch in Egypt appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

dtcpay has a strong track record of innovation and achievement in the fintech sector. The post dtcpay Announces Shift to Stablecoin-Only Payment Services by 2025 appeared first on Fintech Singapore. This surge highlights the increasing demand for stability and reliability in digital payments.

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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. Half a decade ago, Mexico demonstrated its ongoing commitment to updating its financial regulation with the introduction of the Fintech Law.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

However, the widespread adoption of smartphones, increased Internet penetration, and a booming startup ecosystem have broken down these barriers, fostering a thriving fintech landscape. Booming adoption of fintech Besides digital payments, other fintech innovations are also seeing increased usage and traction. rate in 2023.

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Payments Dive

APRIL 22, 2024

The Federal Reserve is stressing the importance of fintechs and core providers for the future expansion of its new instant payments system FedNow.

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Payments Dive

MAY 3, 2024

“The value proposition of pay-by-bank is clear: merchants win from drastically lower payment costs and consumers win from lower prices,” writes one fintech executive.

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FinTech Consumer Payments 167

Finextra

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Swiss fintech incubator Tenity is expanding its focus on Decentralized Finance though an early-stage fund backing promising startups building blockchain-based services on Ripple's XRP ledger.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Tenity, a global innovation ecosystem and early-stage fintech investor, is expanding its focus on decentralised finance (DeFi) through its Incubation Fund II. Through its Incubation Fund II, Tenity invests in fintech and insurtech at the pre-seed and seed stage via accelerator programmes in Zurich, Singapore, and Tallinn.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput, Governor of the Bank of Thailand , recently addressed the Singapore Fintech Festival, sharing insights on Thailand’s advancements in digital finance. The post Thai Governor Highlights Data, Cross-Border Payment Initiatives at SFF 2024 appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Chinese tech giant Tencent and Visa announced a new partnership to bring palm recognition payments to international markets at the Singapore Fintech Festival. The post Tencent and Visa Roll Out Palm Payment Trial in Singapore appeared first on Fintech Singapore. said Adeline Kim, Visa Country Manager for Singapore & Brunei.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Nium, a global payments infrastructure provider, announced a partnership with Partior , a blockchain-based clearing and settlement network, at the Singapore Fintech Festival 2024. Featured image credit: Edited from Freepik The post Nium Boosts Cross-Border Payment Efficiency with Partior appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Money20/20 Asia’s show focus, Empowering Humanity Through Collaboration: Pioneering Secure, Frictionless, and Sustainable Fintech Innovation in Asia, explores the future of finance and sustainable, collaborative fintech innovation. In 2025, Money20/20 Asia continues to evolve, bringing together top minds in banking and fintech.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

.” The new crypto payment solution will be demonstrated at the Singapore Fintech Festival from 6-8 November 2024, where Ingenico will provide a live showcase at its booth.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Deutsche Bank has joined the extended Series B funding round for blockchain-based fintech firm Partior , bringing the total raised to US$80 million and marking the close of the round. The platform is expanding its presence across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia, collaborating with banks, central banks, and fintech firms to drive adoption.

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Open Banking Excellence

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Hear from women leaders on a variety of subjects including current payments issues and initiatives, fintech, and leadership. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with women at all levels and with diverse backgrounds in payment and fintech.

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Payments Industry Trends Payment Issues FinTech 130

Open Banking Excellence

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Hear from women leaders on a variety of subjects including current payments issues and initiatives, fintech, and leadership. You’ll also have the opportunity to network with women at all levels and with diverse backgrounds in payment and fintech.

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Payments Industry Trends Payment Issues FinTech 130

Fintech News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The country also boasts a thriving fintech ecosystem with major players such as GoPay, OVO and Dana, and is a hotspot for fintech investment, consistently ranking among the top recipients for venture capital (VC) and private equity funding in Southeast Asia.

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Financial Inclusion Embedded Finance Payments Push-to-Card 143

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Morgan (formerly Onyx) to enhance cross-border payment accuracy in Malaysia, Thailand, and Hong Kong, This makes Nium the first fintech to provide data for validating bank account details in these markets. The post Nium, Kinexys by JP Morgan Enhance Cross-Border Payment Accuracy in Asia appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The banking landscape in India has undergone a major transformation, driven by significant investments in digital infrastructure and innovations by both incumbents banks and new fintech entrants, a new analysis by the Digital Fifth, a fintech consulting and advisory firm in India, says.

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Payment APIs and Integration Innovation API Push-to-Card 123

Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This integration reinforces Dojo’s position as a leading payments provider in today’s dynamic fintech landscape.” ” Following the £1 billion milestone, the two fintechs will continue to scale their partnership and expand business funding to new European markets this year.

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Embedded Finance Finance FinTech On-Demand 105

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Mambu, a leading cloud banking platform, has announced the acquisition of Numeral , a French payment technology provider for banks and fintechs. The post Mambu Acquires Payment Technology Provider Numeral, Bolstering Its Market Position to Target New Growth Opportunities appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Payment APIs and Integration Technology Acquirers Instant Payments 97

Finextra

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Digital payroll vendor Deel has acquired Atlantic Money, a UK fintech startup set up to compete against money transfer giant Wise.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

XTransfer, a B2B cross-border payment platform, made its debut at the Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) 2024 as a Gold Sponsor. Bill Deng “We are very pleased to participate in the Singapore Fintech Festival. ” said Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer. .” ” said Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer.

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Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Payment Solutions Payments 110

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

It underscores Visa’s commitment to supporting fintech innovation and financial inclusion in the region.” ” The post Cake by VPBank Leverages Visa for Cloud-Based Card Management appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As businesses and individuals increasingly seek faster and more reliable payment solutions, Thunes remains at the forefront of innovation, connecting the world’s leading fintech innovators, financial institutions, and marketplaces with the global financial ecosystem.” said Chloe Mayenobe, President and COO of Thunes.

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Global Payments Visa Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border 125

Fintech News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Indonesian fintech company JULO has launched a new feature to ensure quick loan disbursement, introducing the “Instant Disbursement Guarantee.” By making sure that almost all transactions are completed on time, we’re setting a new standard for fintech reliability while building trust in digital financial services.”

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Credit Cards Financial Inclusion FinTech Transactions 97

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

This 2024 edition highlights the rapid growth of fintech in these countries, driven by the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, increased competition and changing customer behavior. Meanwhile, in Indonesia, foreign fintech companies are aggressively increasing their footprint in the market, reshaping the competitive landscape.

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NOV Non-Bank Debit Card Cross-Border Payments 134

Finextra

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

South African fintech Mama Money Financial Services has launched a new bank card that enables cardholders to manage their account and money through WhatsApp.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Global technology and innovation partner Zühlke took part in the Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) 2024, demonstrating its commitment to driving impactful change in the financial technology landscape. The post Zühlke Champions Generative AI, Digital Money for Future of Finance at SFF 2024 appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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AI Finance APACS Regulatory Compliance 114

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Announced at the Singapore Fintech Festival , this initiative comes at a time when tourism in the Philippines is rebounding, with over 5.4 Featured image credit: Edited from Freepik The post Maya Taps Fexco to Ease Currency Conversion Across 100,000+ Payment Terminals appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Cross-Border Cross-Border Payments Payments Digital Payments 114

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Yellow Card, Africa’s largest licensed stablecoin on/off-ramp fintech, will also leverage PYUSD to facilitate transactions. Featured image credit: PayPal The post Xoom Enables Partners to Use PayPal USD for Faster Cross-Border Payments appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Cross-Border Cross-Border Payments PayPal Financial Inclusion 129

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) and the Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) have officially approved the acquisition of Transfeera , a fintech specialised in payment solutions for businesses, by PayRetailers , a leading payments processor in Latin America and Africa.

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Central Bank Best Practices Risk Management Payments Institute 91