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.

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Fintech Finance

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The rapid adoption of the Leja App over the past year highlights the power of local solutions tailored to underserved markets. The post Kenyan Fintech Leja Processes $2 Billion in Business Transactions in 2024 appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

T hese Singapore digital banks are reshaping the sector by targeting underserved segments, driving innovation, and intensifying competition. GXS Bank , a partnership between Grab and Singtel, focuses on financial inclusivity for underserved groups, such as gig economy workers and young professionals.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By uniting their expertise, TransferTo and Ecobank will drive financial inclusion, empower underserved communities, and establish secure, seamless digital pathways that connect Africa’s economies with the rest of the world. This partnership marks a significant step towards bridging gaps and unlocking potential across African communities.”

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Tranglo’s seamless payout network enables users to send and receive funds through mobile wallets, bank accounts, and cash pickup locations, also offering greater financial access to underserved populations.

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Fintech News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Ant International also provides credit and lending solutions to underserved SMEs through its Embedded Finance unit, using AI and blockchain technologies. The post Cyril Han to Take Over as Ant Group CEO in March 2025 appeared first on Fintech Singapore. said Peng Yang, Chief Executive Officer of Ant International.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 31, 2025

The underserved small and medium-sized business (SMB) market presents an opportunity for FIs looking to grow deposits. The post Commercial Banks Successfully Rebuilt Liquidity to Pre-Crisis Levels, But Challenges Remain Says Q2 appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Fintech News

APRIL 23, 2025

The company aims to develop a broader suite of intelligent digital financial services targeted at underserved populations. Quelch CBE, Mohamed Nasser Ismail, John Fennell, Michael Spence, Yinglan Tan, Felix Davidson, Daju Gu The post Surfin Meta Raises Additional US$14 Million in Latest Funding Round appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Bank Automation

MARCH 13, 2025

AI and automation can unlock greater access to capital for underserved clients, lenders and venture capitalist investors agree. Opportunities for fintechs AI-enabled lending is […] The post Lenders lean into AI, automation appeared first on Bank Automation News.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 7, 2025

This International Women’s Day, Airtel Payments Bank recognises the pivotal role women play in expanding financial access, particularly through the remarkable work of women business correspondents (BCs) who are bridging the gap between banking and underserved communities.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The British fintech company Pockit and the pan-European fintech Monese today announce that they have agreed terms for Pockit to acquire Monese, subject to Change in Control approval by the FCA, creating the leading fintech for the financially underserved and lower-middle-income consumers across the UK and Europe.

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Fintech Finance

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The company’s entry into Italy marks a strategic move into the fourth-largest eCommerce market in Europe, addressing a fast-growing segment that remains underserved by legacy payment providers. The post Mollie Expands Into Italy With Local Payment Solutions for Businesses appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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The Fintech Times

JANUARY 20, 2025

Underserved consumers relying on these services would be the ones feeling this impact the most. The post Avoiding Over-Regulation: American Fintech Council Warns That FDIC New Act Could Hinder Innovation appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Fintech Finance

APRIL 22, 2025

This move is designed to make Expensify more accessible to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), a market traditionally underserved by the financial tech industry. The post Expensify Launches Simplified $5 Pricing Plan for SMBs appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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The Fintech Times

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Consequently, this will provide a scalable and efficient solution for underserved businesses in the region. The post Outlier Ventures Bolsters LatAm Web3 Ecosystem With Launch of Region’s First Base Camp Programme appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This approach not only strengthens tpay’s service capabilities but also extends financial access to underserved communities, narrowing the gap in digital financial services across META. The post Geidea and Tpay Partner to Transform Digital Payments in KSA, Egypt, & UAE appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Fintech Finance

MARCH 24, 2025

While Somalia’s financial sector has seen remarkable growth in recent years, a significant portion of the population remains underserved or unbanked. ” The post Somalia Launches First Nationwide Instant Payment System Powered by BPC appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 22, 2024

Codebase Technologies , a UAE-based fintech platform provider, has launched its ‘Digibanc SME Financing’ platform to address the needs of underserved Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across MENA and APAC.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

“ This strategic technology investment will help us to rapidly expand our offering, providing more customer-centric solutions and exceptional experiences for the underserved small business market,” explained Alex Myers , commercial director for savings at Aldermore Bank.

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Lending Front

MAY 27, 2025

If underserved SMBs cant reasonably access bank products because the digital experience is outdated or limited, regulators may start to see that as a modern form of exclusion. Are our products truly reaching LMI and underserved entrepreneurs? They meet business owners in their moment of need, with seamless access and little friction.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 18, 2024

It also reduces costs through resource sharing, enhances system resilience, and supports economic inclusion by expanding access to financial services for underserved groups. The post The Evolution of Open Finance Through the Lens of CBI appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Fintech Finance

APRIL 8, 2025

This collaboration aims to digitise and streamline transactions for software platforms’ SME users in underserved industries, where card usage has historically lagged behind. The post Unipaas and Mastercard Join Forces to Boost Card Acceptance for SMEs via Vertical SaaS appeared first on FF News | Fintech Finance.

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Fintech Finance

JUNE 18, 2024

This collaboration aims to enhance ZORRZ’s mission of providing responsible access to credit for underserved communities. “Our partnership with CLOWD9 enables us to deliver an innovative and inclusive solution that breaks down barriers and empowers underserved communities to achieve financial independence.”

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The Fintech Times

AUGUST 20, 2024

By leveraging the TrueMoney platform, Igloo plans to extend the reach of essential insurance products to the underserved and those residing in remote areas, helping to bridge the protection gap. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to innovation and inclusivity in the insurance industry.”

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Fintech News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The aim is to enhance financial access for underserved retail customers and small businesses. The consortium, which holds over 20 financial service licenses across five Asian markets, aims to create an AI-driven virtual bank that empowers underserved communities through advanced technology.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

By focusing on underserved SMEs and freelancers, Yuze aims to become a trusted partner in Indias financial ecosystem, driving the success of small businesses in an increasingly digital world. The post Yuze Expands Business Banking Offerings to India, Supporting SME Growth in the Region appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Fintech News

JANUARY 12, 2025

First, the report emphasizes Southeast Asias relatively underdeveloped traditional financial infrastructure and its large pool of financially underserved populations, which present significant opportunities for digital financial services. billion underbanked adults. appeared first on Fintech Singapore.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 13, 2025

By combining ABHIs technology with Al Ansari Financial Services deep market expertise, we are committed to driving financial inclusion and helping underserved communities gain more flexibility and convenience in managing their financial needs.

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Fintech Review

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Despite their significant contributions to GDP and employment, SMEs in emerging markets remain underserved by traditional banking. With digital banking, mobile payments, and microloans, fintechs allow underserved businesses to participate in the formal economy. Fintech companies see this gap as an opportunity to innovate.

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Fintech Finance

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Enhanced User Base: Over 5 million Yape users previously without access to BCP financial system will benefit significantly from this initiative, highlighting the transformative impact of digital wallets in underserved communities.

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The Fintech Times

MARCH 18, 2025

Together, we are simplifying card issuance and creating new pathways for financial access for the underserved populations in South Africa.” The post Mastercard Expands Paymentology Partnership to Bolster Financial Inclusion in South Africa appeared first on The Fintech Times.

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Finezza

JANUARY 7, 2025

It allows them to cater to the underserved segments with a secure and flexible way to access funds. By using loan applicants residential or commercial property as collateral, Micro LAP provides instant credit access to […] The post Micro LAP: The Future of Small Ticket Lending for Lenders appeared first on Finezza Blog.

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Fintech Finance

JANUARY 13, 2025

With a network stretching across urban and rural areas, we can reach more people than ever, providing constant cash availability and valuable digital solutions, such as the Mukuru Wallet, to the underserved communities.

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Fintech Finance

MAY 1, 2025

Financial inclusion is not just about facilitating transactions; it is about providing the infrastructure, rules, and governance that enable individuals and businessesespecially women and underserved communitiesto participate fully in the digital economy.

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The Fintech Times

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Across sectors, fintechs played a vital role in improving access to financial services, supporting underserved communities, and fostering financial resilience. However, significant challenges remain, including the ongoing demand for sustainability-driven innovation and the imperative to address risks like data privacy and financial crime.

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The Fintech Times

APRIL 9, 2024

As BaaS evolves, it is helping fintech innovation reach new markets and underserved communities; which has the potential to greatly improve financial inclusion across the globe. Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) describes the concept that enables non-bank platforms to access banking capabilities traditionally only offered by licensed banks.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

. “Whether through customer-facing tools or B2B innovations, this is an opportunity to drive meaningful change in an underserved market. By amplifying the voices of underserved communities, were ensuring that accessibility is a priority for fintech innovation. The post 1.5

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