Fintech Finance

JANUARY 10, 2025

equity stake in Jingle Pay , one of the fastest growing fintechs in the MENAP region. The Bank’s fintech investment underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across key markets. Jingle Pay was recently awarded the top global fintech for remittances into Pakistan.

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Fintech Review

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In many regions, they create jobs, drive innovation, and stimulate local economies. Yet, they often face financial challenges, struggling to access credit, manage cash flow, and navigate complex financial systems. Fintech solutions are changing this landscape, offering SMEs tailored tools to overcome these barriers.

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Finovate

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This week’s edition of Finovate Global features news from the fintech industry in Nigeria. Africa’s newest fintech unicorn raises $110 million African fintech Moniepoint is the continent’s latest fintech unicorn. The Nigerian fintech is one of seven African startups to make this year’s list.

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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. On the lending side, we plan to expand our reach from 5% to 20% by partnering with financial institutions and NGOs to bridge the MSME credit gap.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2025

Payments giant Mastercard is expanding its collaboration with Paymentology , the global issuer processor, to facilitate card issuance for fintech companies in South Africa. “We are equipping fintech companies with market-relevant solutions that enable them to scale effectively. .

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The Payments Association

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The future of payments is digital, inclusive, and transformativedriving financial access, innovation, and global economic empowerment. The global financial landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. trillion business opportunity by 2025.

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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 Finance

JANUARY 31, 2025

Network International (Network), a leading payment solutions provider in the Middle East and Africa, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with GIM-UEMOA , the regional payment scheme which promotes electronic payments across the banking, financial and public administration sectors in West Africa.

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Fintech News

JUNE 16, 2025

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Singapore Fintech Association (SFA) have launched a global call for nominations for the 2025 Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) Fintech Excellence Awards. Meanwile, three individuals will be selected for the Fintech Mentor Award.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 24, 2025

Nigerian fintech Moniepoint has secured investment from digital payments giant Visa , enabling it to continue its mission to ensure financial inclusion for people across Africa. We are excited to support their next phase of growth and innovation.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The Saint James Municipal Corporation and Mastercard have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) designed to foster digitalization as a catalyst for financial inclusion in the municipality.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 6, 2025

PayMint , a leading financial technology company, has announced that it has obtained final approval from the Central Bank of Egypt to launch its first Meeza prepaid cards in partnership with Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Egypt (ADIB-Egypt).

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 9, 2025

HyperPay is a leading company in the financial technology sector, aiming to support the transition to a less cash-dependent society by offering innovative payment solutions and advanced financial services that meet market needs and future aspirations.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Network International (Network) ( www.Network.ae ), a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has been appointed as a Payment Processor – Issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s leading mobile financial services provider.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 1, 2025

The report highlights key milestones, insights, and the organizations transition into an independent foundation, further strengthening its ability to drive financial inclusion across the continent.

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Fintech News

JULY 8, 2025

A new whitepaper titled The Future of Global Payments & Fourth Generation Payment Networks (4GPN) has been jointly released by the Thunderbird School of Global Management and fintech firm Wiseasy. The global digital payments market is expected to grow from US$10.18 trillion in 2024 to US$32.07

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Fintech Finance

JULY 2, 2025

Ecobank Group and Google Cloud have announced a strategic collaboration to improve financial inclusion and digital innovation across Africa. The Ecobank Google Cloud partnership brings scalable technology to the forefront of financial services on the continent.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

By bringing local currencies “onchain,” he said, blockchain technology simplifies onboarding, providing users with seamless access to digital financial systems without requiring them to fundamentally rethink their existing relationship with money. Stablecoins also address financial inclusion challenges.

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Finovate

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Catch up with Finovate VP and host of the Finovate Podcast Greg Palmer as he interviews some of the most interesting entrepreneurs, analysts, and thought leaders in fintech today. The technology is purpose-built to support the demand of businesses and traditional financial institutions.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Fintech is playing a pivotal role in the economic growth of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. With advancements in payment systems, blockchain exploration, and digital currencies, these nations are harnessing technology to transform their financial landscapes and drive future development.

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Fintech News

MAY 5, 2025

Outlined under Decree 94 issued on 29 April, the initiative introduces a regulatory sandbox for fintech innovations in the banking sector, set to begin on 1 July. The pilot is designed to evaluate emerging financial technologies under controlled conditions while balancing innovation with risk management.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 11, 2025

Ghana’s fintech landscape is rapidly evolving, characterized by high mobile phone penetration and a robust mobile money ecosystem. Remarkably, 60% of foreign exchange is received through mobile money platforms, demonstrating the critical role they play in the financial lives of Ghanaians.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Indonesian fintech company JULO has launched a new feature to ensure quick loan disbursement, introducing the “Instant Disbursement Guarantee.” The card allows users to manage various expenses, including e-wallet top-ups and healthcare payments, aiming to enhance financial inclusion in a market with low credit card penetration.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In 2024, Indonesia’s fintech scene reached new heights, with one of the top highlights being. This milestone marked a pivotal moment for the country’s financial inclusion efforts. The roadmap aims to advance the development and strengthening of digital finance assets, financial sector innovation, and crypto assets.

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Fintech News

MARCH 17, 2025

Fintech is transforming financial services across Asia at an unprecedented pace. With rapid digital adoption, evolving regulations, and AI-driven innovations, the region is at the forefront of global fintech growth. The Asia-Pacific fintech market is projected to reach USD $171.32 billion by 2029. billion by 2029.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Network International (Network) ( www.Network.ae ), a leading enabler of digital commerce across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has been appointed as a Payment Processor – Issuing partner for MTN Group Fintech, Africa’s leading mobile financial services provider.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

BKN301 Group , a London-based digital payments and banking-as-a-service (BaaS) solutions company, is organising a series of roadshows to drive financial inclusion. This is critical to the growth of the regional financial sector, where both individuals and businesses can thrive by adopting cutting-edge fintech solutions.

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Fintech Finance

JUNE 19, 2025

This launch operationalises the partnership established in 2022, aimed at promoting intra-African cross-border trade and enhancing financial inclusion. The service improves financial interoperability by making transactions faster, more convenient, and cost-effective for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individuals.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The ninth edition of the Singapore Fintech Festival (SFF) wrapped up on 8th November, concluding a dynamic week-long of celebration of fintech that brought together tens of thousands of participants from around the world. The year’s conference featured an impressive lineup of over 900 speakers across more than 400 sessions.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 23, 2025

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. Sending cross-border payments, for example, often comes with heavy processing costs and conversion fees.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Nguyen Huu Quang Nguyen Huu Quang, CEO of Cake said, Cake Digital Bank’s significant profitability milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centric services, and sustainable growth. The post Vietnam’s Cake Digital Bank Marks Profitability Milestone After 3 Years appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Fintech Finance

JULY 9, 2025

Latin America remains a strategic priority for Paysend, as the region accounts for over $150 billion in annual remittance flows globally, and a population where over 70% of adults are either underbanked or unbanked, creating a significant opportunity to drive financial inclusion.

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Fintech Finance

JULY 10, 2025

Thunes has won the Thunes Best Payment Solution Award at the 2025 Asian Banking & Finance Fintech Awards, making its name as a great place to make payments across borders. It’s a great honour to be recognised here in Singapore, a global fintech hub that embodies the spirit of innovation shaping our region.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I hope that today’s call to action acts as a pivotal moment in driving financial inclusion across the sector. The campaign is also supported by Nationwide, Project Nemo, Innovate Finance, West Midlands Police, and Alzheimer’s Society. Full collaboration from the sector is needed.”

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Fintech News

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

If applied successfully, Agentic AI could revolutionise financial services by introducing higher levels of autonomy, efficiency, and adaptability. In this article, we cover the developments between Agentic AI in fintech and possible use cases, giving a glimpse into how financial services could look like in the near future.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 15, 2025

José Gedeón, CEO and co-founder of Cobre Cobre plans to grant early access to its customers, a group that includes major retailers, fintechs, and logistics providers. “At At Cobre, we believe innovation should go beyond the buzzword. That’s why we’ve worked hard to bring real-time to enterprise payments in Colombia before anyone else.

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Fintech News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Mukaya Tai Panich “At SCB 10X, we believe that participating in BOT & SEC regulatory sandbox will be a significant move for financial innovation to global financial inclusion as well as the Thai digital asset ecosystem. The pilot programme will run from 5 to 25 November 2024, coinciding with Devcon 2024.

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