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The Journey of Payments and Clearing Systems in India

Finextra

Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) (2014): Leveraged Aadhaar biometric identity for financial inclusion, allowing basic banking services through biometric authentication at agent points. PIDF scheme to subsidize PoS devices in underserved areas), and bringing more individuals into the formal banking fold.

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QR Code and Instant Payments Drive Cambodia’s E-Commerce Surge

Fintech News

It eventually evolved into a specialized bank in 2014 and was granted a full commercial banking license in 2020. TrueMoney, part of Ascend Money, a joint venture of Thailands Charoen Pokphand Group and Ant Group, is a leading regional fintech platform catering to underserved and digital-first consumers across Southeast Asia.

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The Full List of Fintech Unicorns in Asia (2025)

Fintech News

billion Razorpay, founded in 2014, simplifies B2B digital payments with its API-based payment gateway for businesses. The company also operates FINTQ, a platform that facilitates access to financial products such as loans, savings, and insurance through mobile devices, particularly in underserved areas. Razorpay Valuation: $7.5

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This Week in Fintech: TFT Bi-Weekly News Roundup 18/03

The Fintech Times

He will advise on PayFutures expansion strategy, as it targets high-growth underserved markets across the Middle East, Africa, South East Asia and Latin America. This expands a relationship which began in 2014. Founded in 2019 by Manpreet Haer and Zaki Farooq , PayFuture has offices in London, Dubai, Malta, and the Philippines.

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Eltropy Announces AI Certification Program and Video Banking Integration

Finovate

The integration helps promote financial inclusion, providing greater reach into underserved communities where physical branches may be distant or unavailable. ” Founded in 2014, Eltropy made its most recent Finovate appearance at FinovateFall 2022.

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Indonesia’s Akulaku Secures US$100M Debt Financing from HSBC Singapore

Fintech News

Since its inception in 2014, Akulaku has established a presence across Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. This financial support is instrumental in propelling our continuous efforts to meet the unique financial requirements of underserved communities across Southeast Asia.”

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Why Mobile Banking Is Key To Helping The Underserved

PYMNTS

A new report from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) shows that mobile banking can empower underserved customers to have greater control over their finances and ultimately open up access to mainstream banking. The good news is that mobile banking usage is reportedly on the rise.