FinTech

Financial technology, often shortened to fintech, is the technology and innovation that aims to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services. It is an emerging industry that uses technology to improve activities in finance.

Ecobank and MTN to Launch Mobile Money Microloans in Guinea
Ecobank and MTN to Launch Mobile Money Microloans in Guinea
January 26, 2023  |  emea

FinTech Optasia, Ecobank and MTN are partnering to launch a mobile money microloan service in Guinea. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Banks Use Receipt Data to Drive More Targeted Sales to Merchants
Banks Use Receipt Data to Drive More Targeted Sales to Merchants
January 26, 2023  |  Digital-First Banking

Using data from receipts to personalize loyalty programs has great potential rewards for merchants, so long as they partner with financial firms ready for the...

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FinTech Foro Debuts Platform to Challenge ‘Antiquated’ Business Lending
FinTech Foro Debuts Platform to Challenge ‘Antiquated’ Business Lending
January 26, 2023  |  Loans

FinTech startup Foro has debuted a commercial lending platform designed to match lenders and businesses. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Crypto’s New Congressional Subcommittee Aims for ‘Responsible Innovation’
Crypto’s New Congressional Subcommittee Aims for ‘Responsible Innovation’
January 26, 2023  |  Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency industry regulation in the post-FTX era has emerged as a pressing concern for the new Congress. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Grasshopper and MANTL Team to Close Loan Market ‘Tech Gap’
Grasshopper and MANTL Team to Close Loan Market ‘Tech Gap’
January 26, 2023  |  Partnerships

Digital bank Grasshopper has teamed with MANTL to provide clients with faster onboarding. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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27 Payments Execs on 2023’s Data-Driven Roadmap
27 Payments Execs on 2023’s Data-Driven Roadmap
January 26, 2023  |  Opinion

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Local Investors Drive Resilience of Africa’s Burgeoning Startup Scene
Local Investors Drive Resilience of Africa’s Burgeoning Startup Scene
January 26, 2023  |  Startups

Total funding invested into African tech startups hit $6.5 billion in 2022. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Metaprise Banking Adds B2B Payments Offerings for Small Businesses
Metaprise Banking Adds B2B Payments Offerings for Small Businesses
January 25, 2023  |  B2B Payments

Metaprise Banking has introduced new B2B payments offerings for entrepreneurs and small businesses worldwide. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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FIS Says Embedded Finance in ‘First Inning’ of Payments Evolution
FIS Says Embedded Finance in ‘First Inning’ of Payments Evolution
January 25, 2023  |  Innovation

“If the FinTech ‘revolution,’ post-financial crisis, is in its early innings, then embedded finance is in its first inning.” Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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