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. Mobile phone usage in Senegal has surpassed 60 per cent this year.

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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.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 27, 2025

Moniepoint , a Nigeria-based fintech offering an all-in-one banking, credit, and cross-border payment solution for African businesses and their customers, is on a mission to help businesses and individuals digitise their operations. to provide infrastructure and payment solutions for banks and financial institutions.

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The Paypers

JUNE 19, 2025

Through this partnership, fintech companies are set to be able to develop propositions on the enza platform that provide consumers and businesses with embedded Mastercard payment solutions capabilities. For businesses, enza will facilitate the acceptance of Mastercard payments across in-store, online, and in-app channels.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 1, 2025

Natech Banking Solutions has raised over $33million in Series B funding to support its expansion in embedded finance and AI-driven banking solutions. The raise follows the launch of Snappi, Natech’s digital bank joint venture with Piraeus Financial Holdings. The hire supports Root’s ongoing UK expansion.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2025

Ralf Germer, CEO and co-founder, PagBrasil Pix has been a giant windfall for Brazil and is now responsible for 90 per cent of bank transactions in Brazil. Through this collaboration, Bancard will offer this service to banks in Paraguay, enhancing convenience and financial accessibility for Paraguayan travellers.

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Finovate

MARCH 7, 2025

What happens when an ongoing revolution in payment innovation meets a regulatory regime determined to ensure secure and safe transactions for individual consumers, business entities, and even governments? This is the payments landscape in the UK and EU in 2025. Founded in 2008, Boku is headquartered in London.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 2, 2024

BKN301 Group , a London-based leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) provider in the MENA region, unveiled its latest innovative payment solution, ‘301 Retail Account.’ The solution will further help promote financial inclusion and economic progress in the region.

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The Fintech Times

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Cambodia is leveraging fintech innovations and strategic reforms to boost economic growth, financial inclusion and international partnerships, positioning itself as a key player in the Southeast Asian digital economy. per cent this year and six per cent next year, according to the Asian Development Bank. million in 2021 to 19.5

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Fintech News

AUGUST 26, 2024

Thailand is moving closer to welcoming its first virtual banks, with the Bank of Thailand (BOT) currently accepting applications for the virtual banking license. With the deadline looming on the 19th of September 2024, speculations are rife for Thailand’s virtual banking license applicants.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 29, 2024

Having looked at everything in the banking-as-a-service (BaaS) space and online marketplaces, our final focus in April is on embedded finance in e-commerce and the checkout experience. We hear from industry experts on how embedded finance ensures the checkout experience is financially inclusive.

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Fintech News

JULY 15, 2024

billion) in 2022, according to Thant Mam Hein, assistant manager of sustainability at uab bank. of total retail transactions, indicating a gradual shift towards cashless payments. million in Wave Money in 2021 to expand digital payment networks and accelerate adoption. The mobile wallet caters to over 11.5 trillion (US$3.8

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Clearly Payments

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Cash Usage Decline : The World Bank reported that cash usage in advanced economies declined by nearly 50% during the pandemic, with consumers opting for digital and contactless payment methods instead. Rise in Contactless Payments Contactless payments emerged as a safer, more hygienic alternative to cash during the pandemic.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

PYMNTS’ November 2020 Disbursements Tracker® , done in collaboration with Ingo Money , states that “FIs that support digital and mobile payment tools could help these consumers access financial solutions without using traditional accounts, but many FIs must address age-old challenges before they can roll out such tools.”

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Fintech Finance

JULY 9, 2024

NOW Money , one of the leading inclusive digital payroll and banking platform for migrant workers, today announced its new strategic partnership with Mastercard , a global technology company in the payments industry. Customers can handle payments, transfers, and other financial operations directly from their mobile phones.

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Fintech Finance

JUNE 6, 2024

Hibret Bank , in collaboration with Mastercard , has announced the launch of the Prepaid Hibir Mastercard services, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards financial digitization in Ethiopia.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) ( www.Orange.com ) and Mastercard have announced a strategic partnership to expand access to mobile financial services across Sub-Saharan Africa. Orange Money customers will be able to instantly obtain a virtual or physical debit card, linked directly to their Orange Money wallets.

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Fintech Review

JULY 24, 2024

This article delves into how fintech is reshaping financial services in these regions. We will explore success stories, the pivotal role of mobile money , and the unique challenges faced. The Role of Mobile Money Mobile money is a cornerstone of fintech in emerging markets.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Obtaining the operating authorization from the National Bank of Romania (BNR), on October 1, 2024, six months after submitting the authorization application, allows the start of operations and the continuation of preparations for the launch of the system. The BLIK online payment process is quick and intuitive.

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Clearly Payments

MARCH 22, 2024

In the landscape of commerce, mobile payments have emerged as a disruptive force, altering the way people engage in financial transactions. As technology advances and consumer preferences evolve, the trajectory of mobile payments promises unparalleled convenience, robust security, and seamless integration into our daily lives.

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Fintech Finance

JULY 4, 2024

SecurityTech company Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) is making digital payments independent of online connectivity. Even in today’s digital-first economy, connectivity issues can present challenges for digital payment transactions, especially in rural areas. The solution stores monetary tokens on a hardware wallet (e.g.

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M2P Fintech

AUGUST 25, 2023

The customer-merchant Payment Service Provider (PSP) takes charge of the approval process through National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), swiftly debiting the money from the issuer bank and crediting it to the merchant’s acquiring bank in under 60 seconds.

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Fintech News

MAY 23, 2024

Confronted by shifting factors such as tech advancements, generative AI, high interest rates, increased institutional oversight, and evolving customer expectations — the best banks must adapt their business and operating models in 2024, including in Asia. CHINA #1 China Merchants Bank China Merchants Bank Co.,

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The Fintech Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Orange Middle East and Africa is strategically partnering with global payments giant Mastercard to expand access to mobile financial services across Sub-Saharan Africa. Only 48 per cent of the African adult population is banked, according to the African Digital Banking Transformation Report.

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EBizCharge

OCTOBER 10, 2024

EBizCharge is thrilled to be named the Best Embedded Payments Solution in the 2024 PayTech Awards USA. The PayTech Awards USA recognizes excellence and innovation in the banking, financial technology, and payment sectors. For more information, visit [link].

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Center for Payments

OCTOBER 20, 2023

When recognizing Cybersecurity Month in October, it is important to consider the connection between cybersecurity, cutting-edge technology, and financial inclusion. Executives of financial institutions should have a good understanding of the importance of financial inclusion and the impact technology has on it is essential.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Back in 2012, Sri Lanka had the highest financial inclusion rate in South Asia with two-thirds of its population having access to formal financial accounts. It was also exploring the idea of public input on the prospect and thoughts on open banking. Could fintech be the catalyst it needs to see a revival?

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 3, 2024

Whether it be retailers, ride-hailing apps, super-apps, or other non-bank service providers, embedded finance appears to be making its way into every sub-sector. As time passes, consumers are seeing the number of embedded finance offerings increase across the wide range of products and services they use.

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Tearsheet

JULY 1, 2024

The evolution in payment technologies and experiences is directly impacted by changes in consumer preferences, particularly among younger generations. To explore these changes and their potential impact on businesses, I spoke with Thomas Priore – CEO, Priority , a company specializing in integrated payments and banking solutions.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 15, 2021

Chaves also said the company will earmark a percentage of the proceeds to accelerate financial inclusion in the region. Founded in 1999, based in Argentina and registered in the United States, MercadoLibre is an eCommerce platform and digital payment solution that operates across Latin America.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

. “This transformation aligns with consumers’ growing preference for digital wallet transactions, with forecasts indicating that nearly two-thirds of US smartphone users will use mobile wallet apps monthly, up from half in 2021.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 9, 2024

This revolutionary service provides over 5 million Lebanese citizens with the ability to manage their payments securely and transparently for local and international purchases without needing a bank account. Through Wink Pay, we can simplify and digitize customer onboarding, as well as facilitate online payments.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

MTN Group Fintech, in partnership with Paysky , has officially launched Market by MoMo , a groundbreaking e-commerce platform designed to provide Ugandan Merchants and consumers with a seamless online marketplace experience.

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Fintech Finance

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Mastercard and MTN Group Fintech have signed a multi-market agreement that will set in motion a new era of collaboration to connect millions of people and small businesses across Africa with digital tools to transact through secure mobile payments, expanding access to the benefits of the cashless digital economy.

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Fintech News

JULY 23, 2024

The list, produced by CNBC in collaboration with market research firm Statista, highlights the world’s top 250 fintech companies across eight market categories: payments, wealthtech, business process solutions, neobanking, alternative finance, financial planning, digital assets and banking solutions. billion (US$4.4

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

British bank Standard Chartered and payments firm Assembly Payments have established a joint venture in Singapore to bring payment solutions to its $29 trillion global eCommerce market, the companies announced on Tuesday (Feb. Payments is a critical pillar of banking services.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 14, 2024

BKN301 Group , a leading digital payments and Banking-as-a-Service with a focus on EMEA region, unveiled its cutting-edge BKN301 BaaS Orchestrator platform with the objective of radically transforming financial landscape. Furthermore, its scalability saves costs for core banking and payment processing.

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