Fintech News

JANUARY 26, 2025

Payment trends in Asia are changing how businesses and people transact from the digital-first economies of China and Singapore to the quickly changing markets of Indonesia and Vietnam. In Singapore, the government-backed API Exchange is promoting API standardisation. In 2023, credit card payments comprised 52.2%

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 15, 2024

This isnt just a story of success; its a wake-up call for an industry that can no longer rely on yesterdays strategies to meet tomorrows demands. Vietnam: Asias Fastest Growing Digital Economy Source: Unsplash Vietnams banking evolution doesnt exist in isolation; its fueled by the extraordinary pace of the nations digital transformation.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Their substantial investment will not only help create tech-savvy jobs but underscores their confidence in the UK economy. This government is laser-focused on supporting business growth and expansion. The UK’s open economy, mature consumer market, and world-class talent makes it the perfect place for the next phase of Affirm’s journey.

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Fintech News

APRIL 16, 2025

The move supports Vietnams growing demand for digital and contactless payments, particularly among younger, tech-savvy users. Isaac Lee “With QR code payments being commonplace in Vietnam for years now, the community views mobile contactless payments as an innovative evolution paving the way for a more cashless economy.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

This distinction is critical in cash-reliant economies across the Caribbean and parts of Asia. Many CBDC designs demand certified hardware, regulated wallet providers, or integration with legacy financial systemsrequirements that can deter participation, especially within informal economies.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 24, 2020

When it’s said and done there was only one story that mattered in the retail universe this year and it was the rise of the digital-first economy. eCommerce spiked because consumers demanded it and drove it. One was driven by demand; the other was driven by necessity. The numbers speak for themselves. D2C Explodes.

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Fintech Review

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of emerging economies. In many regions, they create jobs, drive innovation, and stimulate local economies. This model enables SMEs to receive funds quickly, improving their ability to respond to market demands or cover urgent expenses.

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

2) Digital Assets: A Borderless Economy Digital assets are revolutionising how value is stored and transferred, offering continuous access to capital while bypassing traditional barriers. Pathway 2035 is a work in progress, shaped by challenges and opportunities that demand resilience and adaptability. Carstens and N.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The UK government has set over £100million aside for researching and developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, and to support regulation in the space. The government has also pledged £10million to prepare and upskill regulators to address and make the most of the opportunities presented by AI.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

Despite these advancements, many firms still rely on outdated payment systems and technologies that cant meet the market’s growing demands. As digital assets continue to gain traction, payment networks must evolve to accommodate rising transaction volumes, evolving regulatory frameworks, and the growing demand for real-time settlement.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 12, 2021

The federal government is not exactly the poster child for modern payments distribution. The fact that the government needs to immediately modernize its payments capabilities is something that everyone knew, according to Ingo CEO Drew Edwards – but what has escaped the conversation is the need to identify the actual core problem. “The

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Fintech Finance

JUNE 12, 2025

Trust in the Digital Economy  reveals that half (49%) of the UK population believe that the future of secure payments online will use digital ID as verification. This revelation comes as the UK government explores plans to develop digital “Britcard” ID cards.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Fueling fintech growth through financial support and talent development 2024 also saw the Singapore government launch several initiatives to solidify its global fintech leadership. Expanded SkillsFuture initiative: This initiative focuses on upskilling the workforce to meet the evolving demands of the fintech industry.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

In the last five years, Sri Lanka’s economy has struggled greatly. Furthermore, there were major tax cuts which further dampened much-needed government revenues. The post Sri Lanka On the Road to Recovery: Fintech’s Impact on the Economy appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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The Finance Weekly

APRIL 25, 2022

Whether or not the worst is yet to come, organizations and government agencies (especially those responsible for critical infrastructure) must be ready for a potential escalation in cyberattacks, as well as consumer and stakeholder demands for privacy protections.

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The Finance Weekly

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Changing Tides The tech sector really took off during the COVID-19 pandemic, with companies hiring aggressively to keep up with the surge in demand for digital products and services. Pandemic Over-Staffing During the pandemic, many tech companies went on a hiring spree, believing the surge in digital demand would last.

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The Payments Association

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Key trends will include the acceleration of cross-border, real-time and instant payments and the rise of cashless economies. billion unbanked individuals globally, enabling participation in the formal economy and accelerating the transition to cashless societies.” billion users by 2025, nearly 60% of the global population.

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The Payments Association

JANUARY 21, 2025

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the key trends defining the payments sector in 2024, highlighting the opportunities for strategic growth, as well as the challenges posed by regulatory pressures, financial crime, and evolving infrastructure demands.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 23, 2020

businesses and individuals to avoid storing data with Chinese companies due to the risk the country's government will demand and receive access to commercially valuable information. government and U.S. economy and businesses at direct risk for exploitation. The federal Department of Homeland Security is urging U.S.

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The Payments Association

APRIL 28, 2025

It highlights how industry leaders are prioritising AI, cross-border payments, and digital currencies while grappling with regulatory, technological, and customer demands. 2025 payments outlook: Key findings from industry-wide survey data 28 April 2025 by Payments Intelligence LinkedIn Email X WhatsApp What is this article about?

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 18, 2025

This integration of Google Pay into Saudi Arabia’s payment options aims to address market demands and bolster the countrys position in the global fintech landscape. This portal enables individuals, government entities and businesses to electronically access various services provided by SAMA.

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Fintech Finance

JUNE 10, 2025

Over the past year, the company has grown rapidly beyond its Latin American roots, launching in key Asian markets and other regions to meet rising demand for its platform. This move comes as part of Yuno’s broader international expansion strategy.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

This foundational technology is reshaping how identity, consent, and value are managed in the digital economy, from safeguarding transactions to enabling new economic models. However, with its growing role comes increasing complexity, particularly in terms of integration, regulation, and the architecture of future payment flows.

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The economy today is tech-driven and payment methods are a key part of that paradigm. Primary Use Cases : CBDCs are designed to enhance financial inclusion, streamline payments, and provide a government-regulated alternative to cryptocurrencies and private digital payment providers. They remain a staple payment method globally.

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The Fintech Times

AUGUST 19, 2024

Over the past 75 years, South Korea’s economy has boomed, undergoing rapid industrialisation with a growth rate of seven per cent annually, according to the International Monetary Fund. Having earned its spot as one of the Four Asian Tigers, we explore what is propelling South Korea’s economy and fintech ecosystem.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 7, 2020

It's kind of an on-demand working capital solution,” he said. “If In the first few months of the pandemic, Brachfeld said he saw a spike in demand for early payments alongside heightened worries about the economy, as well as an increase in “goodwill” by businesses wanting to help out their suppliers. If you need it, you use it.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 2, 2020

Australian challenger bank Judo will now have an extra $500 million to distribute in loans to small businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic, coming directly from the government, The Sydney Morning Herald reported. Hornery said the bank’s demand was high and their deposit book currently sits at $1.4

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The Payments Association

MARCH 19, 2025

We are seeing strong adoption and demands for wallets like PayPal, Alipay, and WeChat Pay as they have evolved from basic payment tools to comprehensive financial ecosystems. Digital wallets are expanding faster than financial oversight can keep up, forcing governments to scramble for new safeguards without choking innovation.

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The investment aims to address the increasing demand for cloud services in Southeast Asia. This expansion follows an agreement with the Thai government in 2023, which outlined plans for digital infrastructure development, responsible AI adoption, and accessible digital skills.

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The Payments Association

JUNE 11, 2025

This unprecedented growth has created vast opportunities for businesses while simultaneously generating complex fraud ecosystems that threaten sectors across the digital economy. Technology must be part of a wider strategy that includes governance, user design, and operational readiness.

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The Fintech Times

JUNE 12, 2025

In a new 2025 report, ‘ Trust in the Digital Economy ‘, Checkout.com reveals that 49 per cent of the UK population believe that the future of secure payments online will use digital ID as verification. The findings come as the UK government explores plans to develop digital ‘ Britcard ‘ ID cards.

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Fintech News

MAY 6, 2024

Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced that it is set to invest an additional S$12 billion into Singapore’s cloud infrastructure by 2028 during the 10th AWS ASEAN Summit , aiming to bolster its services amid increasing demand. aligning with the government’s S$1 billion investment in AI.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 18, 2025

But these opportunities are accompanied by mounting risks around data governance, security, and regulatory fragmentation. In Brazil, open finance frameworks are unlocking credit access for gig economy workers and SMEs, groups often overlooked by conventional scoring models. Regional approaches are diverging.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Platform economies want to make it easy for consumers to join. Stephen Ritter , CTO at Mitek , told Karen Webster in an interview that the sharing economy presents easy targets for fraudsters — and lucrative ones, too. Within certain verticals of the sharing economy, there is mounting pressure to ratchet up security.

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The Payments Association

JANUARY 13, 2025

The introduction of the Digital Assets Bill and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)s ongoing efforts to regulate cryptoassets demonstrates the regulator’s intentions to further define just how digital assets are governed and traded. Why is it important?

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Fintech News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Indonesian government has also played a critical part in fostering digital payments. E-wallets gain momentum in the Philippines amid financial inclusion efforts In the Philippines, e-wallet adoption has surged due to the country’s large unbanked population and ongoing efforts from the government to improve financial access.

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Fintech Review

MARCH 25, 2025

” As tokenization gains momentum across industries, institutions need to be able to identify and manage potential operational vulnerabilities in digital finance effectively said Rajeev Bamra, Head of Strategy, Digital Economy at Moody’s Ratings. Contact Renjie Butalid VP Business Development Metrika renjie@metrika.co

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