The Fintech Times

APRIL 28, 2024

Therefore, the partnership is directly tackling the challenges encountered by the financially underserved creator economy. The post Accelerated Payments and inflverse Tackle Challenges Faced by Underserved Creator Economy appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The fifth iteration of the ‘Fintech for Inclusion Global Summit’ took place at the Tobacco Dock in Wapping, London, bringing together the industry’s frontrunners who are making an impactful change to the fintech market. The event saw over 270 attendees and put a twist on a standard fintech event.

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FinTech Embedded Finance Underserved AI 74

Electronic Transactions Association

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The report, Advancing Economic Inclusion—Empowering Underserved Communities with Fintech , highlights the innovative products and services revolutionizing the way commerce is conducted through safe, secure, convenient, and rewarding solutions.

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Underserved Financial Literacy Online and Mobile Banking FinTech 40

Payments Dive

APRIL 28, 2020

Spurred on by rapid change in government regulations and millions of underserved consumers in the finanical space, Brazil may be on the verge of becoming a major player in the global fintech space.

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FinTech Underserved Governance Government 197

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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Contactless Payments Cybersecurity Visa FinTech 98

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. “We have been able to scale while giving underserved customers the personalised guidance and expert solutions they need.

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Underserved FinTech Financial Inclusion Risk 114

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. Four finalists were shortlisted in each category. Ripple, NETS, Syfe, and YouTrip returned as sponsors this year.

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AI FinTech Innovation Payment APIs and Integration 91

The Payments Association

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Despite what the media and some fintech evangelists may say about a ‘cashless society,’ physical money seems to be here to stay for the foreseeable future. Digital payments have dominated the fintech conversation for years. However, other FinTech players were more open to physical cash being a valid target for FinTech.

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FinTech Financial Inclusion Alternative Payment Methods Cash Management 88

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 Online and Mobile Banking Financial Literacy Financial Inclusion 105

Fintech Review

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Fintech companies and traditional banks are increasingly working together. Historically seen as competitors, fintechs and banks now find common ground to enhance services and reach broader audiences. Why Are Banks and Fintechs Collaborating? Banks and fintechs have different strengths.

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FinTech Financial Inclusion Regulatory Compliance Compliance 105

Fintech News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Fintech firm Surfin has raised US$12.5 The company leverages AI and data analytics to support its operations, enabling it to provide scalable financial services tailored to the needs of the underserved middle class. Featured image credit: Edited from Freepik The post Bootstrapped Fintech Surfin Lands US$12.5M

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FinTech Credit Cards Risk Management Payment Gateways 112

The Fintech Times

APRIL 10, 2024

The post Kueski Launches In-Store Mobile Payments to Support Underserved Banking Customers in Mexico appeared first on The Fintech Times. Kueski now estimates that one in four of the top e-commerce merchants in Mexico is offering its BNPL service.

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Underserved Mobile Payments BNPL Online and Mobile Banking 63

Payments Source

MAY 23, 2021

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Underserved FinTech Financial Inclusion 211

The Fintech Times

AUGUST 23, 2024

Supporting the project, FinTech Wales, the independent membership association and champion of the fintech and financial services industry in Wales, has announced a new partnership with Future Finance. The news was announced at FinTech Wales’ monthly Networking Breakfast event, hosted by Atamis.

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Fintech News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Ruslena Ramli, Director of Fintech & Islamic Digital Economy at MDEC , also welcomed Vilja’s choice of Kuala Lumpur for its regional headquarters, emphasizing Malaysia’s role as a growing technology hub for ASEAN and the broader APAC region. This article first appeared on fintechnews.my This article first appeared on fintechnews.my

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 3, 2024

The American Fintech Council (AFC), the industry association representing responsible fintech companies and innovative banks, is joining forces with the Center for Accelerating Financial Equity (CAFE), which has selected the first cohort of companies in its new fintech accelerator programme.

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FinTech Underserved Non-Bank Innovation 63

Fintech News

AUGUST 19, 2024

Fintech startups in Southeast Asia secured a total of US$899 million in funding in H1 2024, a 25% year-on-year (YoY) decrease from US$1.2 Today, we examine the most active fintech investors in Southeast Asia over the past two years, highlighting their focus areas, investment strategies, and the notable startups in their portfolios.

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FinTech Underserved Technology Cross-Border 121

CB Insights

OCTOBER 1, 2020

GET the list of fintech 250 companies. Get an Excel file with the entire Fintech 250, CB Insights’ annual ranking of the 250 most promising fintech startups in the world. The post 3 Ways Wealth Tech Companies Are Addressing The Underserved Market appeared first on CB Insights Research. First name. Company name.

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Underserved Addressing FinTech Research 78

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 Consumer Financial Inclusion On-Demand 137

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 Privacy Financial Inclusion Regulations 105

The Fintech Times

AUGUST 14, 2024

The American Fintech Council , the industry association representing responsible fintech firms and banks, has recommended a number of measures to develop a pragmatic regulatory framework for AI to the Department of the Treasury. In June, the Treasury Department issued a request for information on the use of AI in financial services.

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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.

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Financial Inclusion FinTech Financial Literacy Non-Bank 120

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. As BaaS evolves, it is helping fintech innovation reach new markets and underserved communities; which has the potential to greatly improve financial inclusion across the globe.

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Finextra

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Pockit, a UK fintech that provides financial services to low-income and underserved customers, has agreed terms to acquire struggling mobile banking outfit Monese.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Capital C Corporation, a Singapore-based fintech, has secured a seven-figure investment in a pre-Series A funding round. Featured image: JJohn Cheow, Chief Investment Officer of Capital C and Jeames Cheow, CEO of Capital C The post Capital C Raises Funding to Launch Superapp, Expand in Southeast Asia appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Underserved BNPL Credit Cards Participant 88

The Fintech Times

AUGUST 28, 2024

Indonesia’s startup and fintech scene, are also growing and have strong potential. In the same year, the value of e-commerce transactions in Indonesia totalled around $51.9billion, highlighting the promise that fintech can offer the country. How is fintech integrating in Indonesia?

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FinTech Economy Authorization Underserved 68

Fintech Finance

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

A fintech veteran with over two decades of experience at industry giants including American Express, PayPal, and Super Payments, Smallwood will spearhead the unicorn’s ambitious goal to become the UK’s leading financial service provider for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

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FinTech Service Provider Underserved Faster Payments 98

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 News

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) 2024 is returning for its 9th edition from 6 to 8 November, with the Insights Forum taking place beforehand on 4 and 5 November. Fintech News Network readers will also get a 20% discount on their Delegate Passes. Fintech News Network readers will also get a 20% discount on their Delegate Passes.

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FinTech Cross-Border Payments AI Innovation 108

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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Underserved Cross-Border Financial Inclusion Interoperability 123

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 Financial Inclusion Online and Mobile Banking Financial Literacy 92

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.

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Financial Inclusion FinTech Assessments Underserved 84

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!

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Financial Inclusion Credit Cards Innovation Underserved 111

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.

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Financial Inclusion FinTech Central Bank Online and Mobile Banking 68

The Fintech Times

JULY 16, 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 Financial Literacy Online and Mobile Banking P2P 74

The Fintech Times

JULY 23, 2024

Credit data solution provider Bloom Credit has become the newest member of the American Fintech Council (AFC), the industry association representing responsible fintechs and banks. AFC members foster competition in consumer finance and pioneer products to better serve underserved consumer segments and geographies.

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FinTech API Financial Inclusion Underserved 63

The Fintech Times

MARCH 1, 2024

This March, The Fintech Times is turning its focus towards insurtech, shedding light on the innovative advancements and sustainable initiatives within the insurance sector. Explore how fintech solutions are being utilised to enhance financial inclusion and bridge the gap in underserved regions.

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FinTech Financial Inclusion Underserved Mitigation 63