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. Providing technical expertise, capacity building, and advocacy to policymakers, financial institutions, and payment providers.

Financial Inclusion 52

Financial Inclusion Instant Payments Cross-Border Payments Underserved 52

Fintech News

MAY 5, 2025

Vietnam’s government has approved a two-year pilot programme to test peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, credit scoring, and open API-based data sharing, according to Vietnam News. The pilot is designed to evaluate emerging financial technologies under controlled conditions while balancing innovation with risk management.

P2P 119

P2P Legal Framework Financial Inclusion API 119

Fintech News

JANUARY 22, 2025

The launch ceremony, led by NBC Governor Dr. Chea Serey, brought together about 300 participants, including representatives from government ministries, international payment firms, and private companies. The app also enables users to transfer funds to their individual Bakong accounts, offering an alternative to cash transactions.

Financial Inclusion 137

Financial Inclusion Interoperability Payments International Payments 137

Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Sibstar, the UK’s leading debit card and app for people living with dementia, is today calling for banks and governments to work closer together to ensure safer spending for financially vulnerable people. I hope that today’s call to action acts as a pivotal moment in driving financial inclusion across the sector.

Financial Inclusion 128

Financial Inclusion Debit Card Scams Governance 128

Fintech News

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Payment giant Visa and FPT Corporation, a Vietnamese technology firm, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance digital transformation within the government sector. The partnership focuses on modernising government services and improving accessibility, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Financial Inclusion 119

Financial Inclusion Governance Government Credit Cards 119

Fintech News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra announced that a portion of the government’s 450 billion baht (US$13.1 The government has delayed the programme due to funding concerns but insists it will adhere to fiscal discipline when implemented in the final quarter of the year.

Adjustments 119

Adjustments Governance Government Central Bank 119

The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In 2021, the military overthrew the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy party, sparking ongoing protests and unrest. Western nations have imposed various sanctions on the ruling junta, including restrictions on their access to financial services.

Financial Inclusion 102

Financial Inclusion FinTech Underserved Central Bank 102

Fintech Finance

JUNE 5, 2025

In a strategic move to accelerate digital payments, financial inclusion, and modernizing the country’s payment ecosystem, BPC , a global leader and payment solutions provider, is announcing the expansion of its operations in Nigeria.

Financial Inclusion 83

Financial Inclusion Non-Bank Economy Digital Payments 83

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 9, 2025

It also aims to encourage innovation and improve the experience of financial transactions, aligning with its goals of increasing financial inclusion and providing financial services to various segments of society.

Central Bank 98

Central Bank Digital Payments Financial Inclusion Payments 98

Fintech News

JANUARY 12, 2025

Financial inclusion opportunities for Southeast Asia’s fintechs The report, released in December, explores the driving factors and key trends in Southeast Asias fintech market, highlighting Southeast Asias robust fundamentals which have been propelled the fintech sectors rapid growth. billion underbanked adults.

FinTech 120

FinTech Financial Inclusion BNPL Cross-Border 120

The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Digital payments company Visa has teamed up with TECH5, a biometrics and digital identity management company, to focus on the development and enhancement of digital government ecosystems on a global scale. ” The post Visa and TECH5 Team Up to Advance Global Digital Government Ecosystems appeared first on The Fintech Times. .

Governance 105

Governance Government Financial Literacy Financial Inclusion 105

Fintech News

JUNE 5, 2025

From Singapores Smart Nation initiative to Australias Consumer Data Right (CDR) and Indonesias open banking ambitions, governments across the region are actively promoting digital transformation within the financial sector.

Payment APIs and Integration 119

Payment APIs and Integration APACS Financial Inclusion Push-to-Card 119

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 6, 2025

This milestone aligns with the banks continuous efforts to collaborate with FinTech companies to provide flexible solutions that contribute to advancing financial inclusion in line with the vision of the Egyptian government and the Central Bank of Egypt.

Central Bank 98

Central Bank PCI DSS FinTech Online and Mobile Banking 98

Fintech Finance

MARCH 11, 2025

This approval is a testament to our ongoing commitment to supporting financial inclusion and economic growth in Africa. Remittances play a vital role in the Ghanaian economy, and our goal is to make the process as seamless as possible for Ghanaians in the diaspora looking to send money home.

Financial Inclusion 99

Financial Inclusion BNPL FinTech Economy 99

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 6, 2025

Approving the launch aligns with the Central Bank of Egypt’s efforts to collaborate with more fintechs to provide solutions that advance financial inclusion in line with the Egyptian government’s vision.

Financial Inclusion 59

Financial Inclusion Central Bank PCI DSS Online and Mobile Banking 59

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 9, 2024

a world leader in digital payments and TECH5 , an innovator in the field of biometrics and digital identity management, have signed a strategic collaboration agreement focusing on the development and enhancement of digital government ecosystems on a global scale. Visa Inc., We are thrilled to embark on this strategic collaboration with TECH5.

Governance 98

Governance Government Financial Literacy Cross-Border 98

Payments Source

AUGUST 31, 2020

Transfiya, a blockchain-based funds transfer system, is transforming payments in Colombia for the benefit of underbanked and financially excluded consumers.

Financial Inclusion 157

Financial Inclusion Instant Payments Funds Transfer Blockchain 157

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 6, 2025

Payment partners are being chosen based on their sustainability and overall commitment to Equality, Sustainability and Governance. As part of our goal of reaching ultimate financial inclusivity, we have made significant commitment to increasing accessibility and equality for Ecommpay clients and their customers, continued Miranda McLean.

Financial Inclusion 98

Financial Inclusion Payments Credential Governance 98

Finextra

OCTOBER 30, 2024

New trends in payments are emerging, with regulator-led innovations sparking 'coopetition' among governments, private companies, and big tech.

ISO 20022 69

ISO 20022 Regulations Innovation ISOs 69

Fintech Finance

MARCH 3, 2025

The Payments Association , a trade group representing the payments sector, today sees the official launch of its Payments Manifesto 2025, containing key policy recommendations to support the government’s vision for a world-class payments industry. It also includes a foreword written by Lord McNicol of West Kilbride, House of Lords.

Governance 80

Governance Government Innovation Cross-Border Payments 80

Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Over 350 million adults in Africa live on a cash-only basis ( [link] ), without access to financial accounts, credit cards, or lending facilities. Digital currency systems could prove to be key in improving financial inclusion and opening up new opportunities to large underbanked communities in many African countries.

Payment Networks 98

Payment Networks Digital Payments Digital Currency Innovation 98

The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

At Yuze, financial inclusion is at the core of everything we do. We believe that businesses and freelancers deserve more from their financial technology. Supported by government initiatives such as Digital India and increasing investments, the Indian market provides fertile ground for Yuze to foster financial inclusion.

Micro-Entry 72

Micro-Entry Financial Inclusion Underserved Small Business 72

The Payments Association

JUNE 3, 2025

Natalie Lewis, partner, fintech, market infrastructure & payments, at Travers Smith , notes the importance of accessibility and design simplicity, especially in underbanked regions: The key point is that for CBDCs to aid financial inclusion, they need to be a digital equivalent to cash.

CBDC 88

CBDC Cross-Border Central Bank Cross-Border Payments 88

Fintech News

JANUARY 9, 2025

Inputs from academia, industry leaders, and government bodies informed the design and architecture of the wholesale Digital Rupiah. Collaborative efforts align with the Indonesia Payment System Blueprint 2030, which prioritises innovation, financial inclusion, and economic sustainability.

Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) 127

Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Multi-Currency Interoperability ISO 20022 127

Fintech News

JANUARY 7, 2024

billion, exceeding the 1 billion transactions targeted in 2023, Fitria Irmi Triswati, director of Bank Indonesia (BI)’s payment system policy department, said during a government QRIS press event held in December 2023 and quoted by the Jakarta Post. Between January and October 2023, QRIS transaction volume reached 1.6

Financial Inclusion 125

Financial Inclusion Innovation Payments NOV 125

Fintech News

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This milestone marked a pivotal moment for the country’s financial inclusion efforts. This initiative aims to advance sustainable development across ASEAN by aligning environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics. In 2024, Indonesia’s fintech scene reached new heights, with one of the top highlights being.

FinTech 117

FinTech Law Enforcement Financial Literacy Innovation 117

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 31, 2025

Throughout January, The Fintech Times has been exploring the theme of ‘fintech for good,’ focusing on how fintech solutions support financial inclusion. McKenna shared how FinTech Scotland aims to create economic and social impact through financial inclusion initiatives.

FinTech 59

FinTech Financial Inclusion Research Governance 59

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 20, 2025

Ultimately, the AFC argued the new act could hinder financial inclusion as it would impose unnecessary burdens on responsible financial institutions and consequently make custodial accounts prohibitively expensive to offer. Underserved consumers relying on these services would be the ones feeling this impact the most.

FDIC 104

FDIC Regulations Innovation FinTech 104

Finextra

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Visa is joining forces with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to improve access to digital government and payment systems across the world.

Financial Inclusion 83

Financial Inclusion Governance Government Payments 83

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.

Financial Inclusion 143

Financial Inclusion Payments Embedded Finance Push-to-Card 143

The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 23, 2024

“As governments in the region implement forward-thinking policies, the interplay between regulation and businesses becomes increasingly vital. Establishing a unified system akin to other regions could streamline processes, enhance cross-border transactions, and promote greater financial inclusion.

Facilitators 72

Facilitators Governance Government Digital Payments 72

Fintech News

JANUARY 26, 2025

As Asian markets surge, they face the dual challenge of safeguarding digital infrastructure while ensuring financial inclusion and bridging technological gaps between advanced and developing economies. This trend is fostering innovation and competition in the financial services sector.

Payments Trends 127

Payments Trends Payment APIs and Integration Embedded Finance Cross-Border 127

Fintech Finance

MARCH 5, 2025

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has awarded Mashreq Pakistan a restricted license for pilot operations as part of the government’s strategy to unlock Pakistan’s digital potential and provide greater access to financial services to underserved consumer groups.

Visa 88

Visa Underserved Financial Inclusion Economy 88

Payments Source

OCTOBER 23, 2020

The Democratic nominee has not gone as far as some progressives in support of financial inclusion, but ideas such as postal banking, a government-run credit reporting system and universal bank accounts would likely gain traction under a Biden administration.

Financial Inclusion 118

Financial Inclusion Governance Government Accounts 118

Fintech Finance

MARCH 3, 2025

Future 100 is a national initiative led by the UAE Ministry of Economy and the Office of Government Development and the Future. Ohood Bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future. The announcement took place in the presence of H.E.

Innovation 80

Innovation PCI DSS Economy Payment Gateways 80

The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Senegal is one of many countries across the Middle East and Africa trying to diversify its economy and future-proof itself by hosting financial inclusion by employing fintech solutions. Despite this digital advancement, only seven per cent of the population utilises traditional financial services.

FinTech 59

FinTech Financial Inclusion Online and Mobile Banking Central Bank 59

Fintech News

JANUARY 13, 2025

SEAs young, tech-savvy population, a growing consumer base, reliance on informal financial systems, and supportive government initiatives aimed at financial inclusion serve as robust drivers for long-term growth. Yet, optimism abounds. Moreover, the regulatory landscape remains a critical variable.

FinTech 117

FinTech Cross-Border On-Demand Innovation 117