The collaboration between Mastercard and Scale signifies a pivotal moment for the fintech landscape in Africa and the Middle East. This strategic partnership aims to address the substantial gap in digital and financial inclusion across these regions, fostering innovation and seamless market entry
A recent Deloitte report reveals a seismic shift in corporate lending, with private credit increasingly overshadowing traditional bank lending. This insight into the evolving financial landscape underscores how nonbank lending has been progressively surging since 2002, creating a widening gap over
The financial technology landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and peer-to-peer (P2P) transactions have become a critical focus area for innovation. A major development in this space is the collaboration between FIS, a global leader in financial technology, and Neural Payments, a pioneer
The strategic partnership between SeerBit, a Pan-African payment solutions provider, and Kuda, a digital bank with a strong focus on financial inclusion, is poised to significantly change the landscape of online payments in Africa. This collaboration promises to bring more reliability, security,
Bribery and corruption remain pervasive threats in global business operations, endangering the integrity of industries worldwide. In a world where the cost of bribery is estimated at a staggering $3.6 trillion annually, the consequences of corruption extend far beyond immediate financial loss,
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is set to embark on trials aimed at fortifying banking cybersecurity against the looming threats posed by quantum computing. This effort marks a concerted move to proactively navigate the anticipated challenges of the quantum
The explosive growth of the fintech industry has introduced fresh challenges and opportunities for financial services worldwide. As innovative technologies unravel new possibilities, regulatory bodies have stepped in to ensure stability, secure data practices, and protect consumers. The efforts of
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which took effect on January 16, 2023, is a crucial piece of legislation designed to bolster the digital resilience of the financial sector. It aims to ensure that financial entities can continue to operate through severe operational disruptions by
In an era of rapid digital transformation, Texans Credit Union has taken a significant step to enhance its banking services by integrating Atomic Financial’s direct deposit switching solution through a strategic collaboration with Alkami Technology. This initiative underscores the evolving l
The financial technology (fintech) sector is experiencing rapid growth and transformation, bringing innovative solutions to traditional financial services. However, this dynamic environment introduces several risks that fintech companies must navigate to sustain their operations and thrive. As the
