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Facilitating Access to Finance in Underserved Communities Through Digital Banking

The Fintech Times

According to the World Bank , the number of adults without access to financial services has dropped from 2.5 While this is a great success, there is still a lot that can be done to further make official financial services more accessible, especially in developing economies. billion in 2011 to 1.4 billion in 2021.

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Fintech Solutions for SMEs: Unlocking Growth Potential

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Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of emerging economies. In many regions, they create jobs, drive innovation, and stimulate local economies. Traditional banks often view SMEs as high-risk due to limited credit history and collateral. Fintech companies see this gap as an opportunity to innovate.

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The Full List of Fintech Unicorns in Asia (2025)

Fintech News

It provides access to game credits, gift codes, and vouchers using familiar local payment methods such as mobile carrier billing and e-wallets. billion digital asset, Web3 WeLab 1 billion digital banking, lending Micro Connect 1.7 With Jimu, borrowing and lending are simple and can be done entirely online without in-person meetings.

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Pranav Seth’s Success with Techcombank Could Be a Blueprint for Modern Banks

Fintech News

For decades, banks have innovated around functionalitystreamlining transactions, expanding access, and introducing digital tools. Techcombank , Vietnams fifth-largest bank in asset size and second-largest private bank, has answered that call with clarity and conviction. But the rules of the game have changed.

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Embedded Finance Is Making Payments Easier for Everyone Across Asia

Fintech News

Think about how easy it is to order a ride on Grab, book a hotel on Agoda, or pay for groceries on Shopee without even needing to pull out your credit card or open a banking app. The region has become a hotbed for embedded finance, thanks to its mobile-first economy and digitally savvy population.

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The Journey of Payments and Clearing Systems in India

Finextra

Indigenous Banking (Shroffs and Mahajans): Long before modern banks, India had a thriving indigenous banking system. These banks introduced formal ledger-based accounting and cheque payments. This expanded the reach of formal banking to rural areas. This introduced standardization and divisibility.

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Which Fintech Sub-sectors Will Have the Biggest Impact on People’s Financial Well-being in 2025?

The Fintech Times

We often explore how fintechs are changing the banking and payments landscapes, and sometimes look into how their solutions are supporting financial inclusion and helping people develop healthy financial habits.

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