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.

Cross-Border 98

Cross-Border Cross-Border Payments FinTech Acquirers 98

The Fintech Times

MAY 16, 2025

Leeds played host to the latest FinTech North conference this week, drawing over 250 attendees from across the UKs fintech ecosystem. This years event also marked the debut of the Innovate Finance Pitch360 competition in the region, giving startups a platform to pitch live in front of an expert judging panel.

Innovation 59

Innovation FinTech Consulting AI 59

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. By leveraging its innovative data-driven credit scoring and payment solutions, Leja aims to drive revenue growth while advancing financial inclusion.

Transactions 96

Transactions Process FinTech B2B 96

Fintech Finance

MARCH 18, 2025

ProjectPay , the construction payments fintech, which received a project grant funded by the government’s innovation division, Innovate UK, to research and test how to solve cashflow problems in the construction industry, has now published its findings. The report has been provided to the government.

Governance 102

Governance Government FinTech Payments 102

The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Singapore FinTech Festival returned for its ninth annual edition, bringing together policy, finance and technology communities at the Singapore EXPO. As expected, innovations and announcements were rife throughout, here’s a roundup of all the news coming out of the global event.

Product 101

Product Cross-Border FinTech Cross-Border Payments 101

Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

” The post Swift, UBS Asset Management, and Chainlink Successfully Complete Innovative Pilot to Bridge Tokenized Assets With Existing Payment Systems appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

SWIFT 103

SWIFT Innovation Digital Currency Blockchain 103

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 16, 2024

” “ABN AMRO is committed to supporting the growth of businesses with innovative financial services,” says Marc Baan , Head of Strategy & Innovation a.i. at ABN AMRO.

B2B 98

B2B FinTech Risk Mitigation Payments 98

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for merchant services worldwide, setting a new standard for innovative payment solutions that are moving commerce forward.” Crypto.com Pay is a secure and scalable technology, offering our customers yet another innovative way to interact with cryptocurrency – as the future of payments.”

Cryptocurrency 117

Cryptocurrency Payments Settlement Payment Solutions 117

Fintech News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

dtcpay has a strong track record of innovation and achievement in the fintech sector. The post dtcpay Announces Shift to Stablecoin-Only Payment Services by 2025 appeared first on Fintech Singapore. This surge highlights the increasing demand for stability and reliability in digital payments.

Stablecoins 131

Stablecoins Money Laundering Cryptocurrency Payments 131

Fintech News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Vietnam is undergoing a transformation and moving towards becoming a cashless economy, a shift that has been driven by innovative financial solutions and public initiatives, a new report by Chiming, a market research firm focusing on Vietnam and Indonesia, shows. Adoption of fintech products in Vietnam is expected to grow further.

Financial Inclusion 113

Financial Inclusion Financial Literacy Point-of-Sale (POS) NOV 113

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

It underscores Visa’s commitment to supporting fintech innovation and financial inclusion in the region.” This collaboration integrates Visa’s payment expertise, Cake’s innovative DNA and GC’s secure and scalable infrastructure to deliver a seamless payment experience and operational efficiency.”

Debit Card 117

Debit Card Financial Inclusion Credit Cards Payment Networks 117

Fintech Finance

MARCH 10, 2025

Fintech Galaxy , a regional leader in Open Banking and financial innovation, and ProgressSoft , a global provider of real-time payment solutions, have partnered to fast-track Open Banking adoption and regulatory compliance across MENA. ” — Riyadh Al Zamil, Chairman of Fintech Galaxy’s Board of Directors.

Regulatory Compliance 69

Regulatory Compliance FinTech Payment APIs and Integration Compliance 69

Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 30, 2024

He has successfully led payments innovation in diverse markets such as Europe, CEMEA, and LATAM, focusing on driving growth, increasing operational efficiency, and developing cutting-edge solutions for financial institutions and corporate clients. I’m excited to join Tuum at such a pivotal moment.

Accounts 96

Accounts Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Payments 96

The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Yet, as the country opens its doors to the world with a commitment to sustainability, it is also embracing digital innovation to reshape its financial sector. Financial services, digital and fintech An account from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) illustrates the state of Bhutan’s financial services sector around 2010.

Financial Inclusion 69

Financial Inclusion Technology FinTech Credit Cards 69

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Chinese tech giant Tencent and Visa announced a new partnership to bring palm recognition payments to international markets at the Singapore Fintech Festival. Adeline Kim “This innovative solution represents our commitment to providing a simple, convenient, and secure way for consumers to pay.

Enrollments 123

Enrollments Payments Encryption Participant 123

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

India’s efforts signal its growing influence in shaping the global financial ecosystem, particularly through innovations in payment infrastructure and digital currency frameworks. Featured image credit: Edited from Freepik The post India in Talks to Forge New Cross-Border Payment Linkages, Says RBI appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

Cross-Border Payments 145

Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Digital Currency Central Bank 145

The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

A couple of years after its initial boom, artificial intelligence (AI) still remains a huge buzzword in the fintech industry, as every firm looks at a new way of integrating the tech into its infrastructure to gain a competitive edge. The fintech industry is constantly bringing new ideas to the fore that have the potential to take off.

AI 76

AI FinTech Fraud Detection Automation 76

Finovate

JULY 11, 2025

This week’s edition of Finovate Global looks at recent fintech headlines from the South American nation of Peru. Here is our look at fintech innovation around the world. Mexican fintech and edtech Mattilda partnered with payment orchestration platform Gr4vy to power its new white-label payments solution, Mattilda Pay.

Innovation 65

Innovation Cross-Border Online and Mobile Banking Payments 65

Fintech Finance

JULY 1, 2025

The Do Pay payment solution is at the center of a major expansion as the Peruvian fintech rolls out its innovative digital offering across Latin America. Recently, the mentioned fintech entered the United States and plans to expand its presence in Brazil starting in the second half of 2025.

Payment Solutions 66

Payment Solutions Payment APIs and Integration FinTech Cross-Border 66

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The launch of this service in the Weyay app reflects its ongoing commitment to providing innovative banking solutions that meet the needs of customers, especially in the Gulf region, and enhances its position as a pioneering digital bank in providing digital banking services that are characterized by saving time, effort, and flexibility.

Cross-Border Payments 98

Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Facilitators Participant 98

The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Fintech is playing a pivotal role in the economic growth of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. Today, fintech and digital innovations are becoming key drivers in their continued growth, each nation adopting its own approach to integrate these technologies into their economic sectors.

FinTech 69

FinTech Central Bank Financial Literacy Online and Mobile Banking 69

The Fintech Times

JANUARY 28, 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. Traditionally, fintechs are known for their agility, innovation and ability to disrupt traditional financial systems.

Service Provider 59

Service Provider FinTech Underserved Innovation 59

Finovate

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Under the agreement, BlinkPay Co-founder Adrian Smith will become the fintech’s CEO. “As a Māori-led business, we bring a unique perspective to financial innovation. “With BNZ supporting BlinkPay’s innovation and agility, we can accelerate the development of new products and services that will benefit all New Zealanders.

FinTech 52

FinTech Origination Real Time Payments Acquirers 52

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 14, 2025

” The report highlights the transformative potential of CaaS in enabling banks and fintechs to become distributors of payment services to industries across the board, unlocking new revenue streams and driving growth in the digital economy.

Visa 105

Visa Issuers Payments Processors 105

Fintech News

MAY 29, 2025

Priscilla Chong Priscilla Chong, Country Manager, AWS Singapore, said, bolttech is an example of a company delivering innovation using generative AI to enhance customer experiences, improve operational efficiency, and drive innovation in how insurance services are delivered and consumed globally.

AI 111

AI Risk Assessment Bots Underwriting 111

Fintech News

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

The Bank for International Settlements ( BIS ) Innovation Hub announced that it has “graduated out” of Project mBridge. Carstens also highlighted Project Agorá as another major BIS Innovation Hub initiative. That has happened already with other projects,” Carstens remarked.

Cross-Border Payments 123

Cross-Border Payments Cross-Border Central Bank Settlement 123

Fintech News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Maha El Dimachki Maha El Dimachki, Head of the BIS Innovation Hub Singapore Centre, said, “Mandala is pioneering the compliance-by-design approach to improve cross border payments without compromising privacy or the integrity of regulatory checks.

Cross-Border 128

Cross-Border Compliance Automation Cross-Border Payments 128

Fintech Finance

MARCH 11, 2025

Ghana’s fintech landscape is rapidly evolving, characterized by high mobile phone penetration and a robust mobile money ecosystem. Beyond mobile money, sectors like InsurTech, LendTech, and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) are experiencing significant growth, presenting a dynamic and diverse fintech environment.

Financial Inclusion 99

Financial Inclusion BNPL FinTech Economy 99

Fintech Finance

MARCH 7, 2025

Securing the 47th position overall, 7th in the Fintech, Financial Services & Insurance category, and 1st place among Estonian companies, Wallester has cemented its status as a leader in the fintech sector.

On-Demand 92

On-Demand Innovation FinTech Finance 92

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.

Central Bank 98

Central Bank Digital Payments Financial Inclusion Payments 98

Fintech Finance

JANUARY 8, 2025

PXP , a leading omnichannel global payment platform and innovative industry disruptor, have announced the appointment of Alex Apergis as its new Chief Revenue Officer to supercharge global growth. Alex joins the PXP team with a wealth of experience helping fintech’s to scale rapidly and ensuring consistent product and service delivery.

Global Payments 98

Global Payments Innovation AI Technology 98

Fintech Review

APRIL 11, 2025

Welcome to the Fintech Review guide , our definitive source for everything fintech. Over the years, weve covered a broad range of fintech topics from digital banking to decentralised finance , regtech , green fintech , and more. What Is Fintech? At its core, fintech challenges the status quo.

FinTech 52

FinTech Online and Mobile Banking Payment APIs and Integration Cross-Border 52

Fintech News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Coinbase plans to hire country leaders in Thailand and the Philippines to coordinate with developers, regulators, and content creators, fostering innovation and adoption of blockchain-based solutions. Pollak highlighted how stablecoins could help bridge this gap, allowing for smoother transactions for tourists and expatriates.

Stablecoins 135

Stablecoins Cross-Border Payments Blockchain Cross-Border 135

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.

FinTech 64

FinTech Financial Literacy Cross-Border Online and Mobile Banking 64

Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This development will provide greater convenience to local businesses and international tourists, reinforcing Maya’s commitment to delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions. The post Fexco Announces Philippines Expansion With Maya DCC Partnership appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

On-Demand 97

On-Demand Innovation Continuity Payment Solutions 97

Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Alipay+ expanded its vibrant wallet-based payment and digtalisation space that further strengthens WorldFirst and Antom , the two business fintech services. We are committed to advance inclusive growth through AI-powered innovation and collaboration on cross-border travel, trade, commerce and inclusive finance. billion user accounts.

Embedded Finance 98

Embedded Finance Cross-Border Cross-Border Settlement AI 98

Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Through this enhanced partnership, both companies are committed to collaboration, leveraging their synergies to deliver innovative payment solutions for Aryza’s diverse customer base, with additional GoCardless solutions now integrated directly into Aryza’s platform.

Payment Solutions 98

Payment Solutions Payments Agreements On-Demand 98