Digital Wallets

Sterling Bank and Thunes Boost Nigerian Remittances
Digital Banking & Payments Sterling Bank and Thunes Boost Nigerian Remittances

For the nearly 17 million Nigerians living abroad, the act of sending money home is a vital thread connecting them to family, community, and opportunity, yet this process has often been fraught with delays, high fees, and uncertainty. Recognizing this critical need for a more streamlined financial

FAB and Mastercard Unveil Mobile-First Virtual Corporate Cards
Digital Banking & Payments FAB and Mastercard Unveil Mobile-First Virtual Corporate Cards

In a landmark move for the regional financial sector, the collaboration between First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Mastercard has introduced a mobile-first virtual corporate card solution, signaling a transformative shift in how businesses and government entities manage expenditures. This analysis

Crypto Payment Surge Signals Mainstream Arrival
Digital Banking & Payments Crypto Payment Surge Signals Mainstream Arrival

The long-held debate over whether cryptocurrencies would ever transcend their speculative origins to become a viable medium for everyday transactions appears to be settling, as a monumental 525% year-over-year surge in spending on major crypto card platforms in 2025 provided definitive evidence of

Digital Banks Challenge Traditional Banking Dominance
Digital Banking & Payments Digital Banks Challenge Traditional Banking Dominance

The fundamental relationship between individuals and their financial institutions is being redefined at an unprecedented pace, moving far beyond the simple act of depositing a check or visiting a teller. This transformation is driven by the rise of neobanks, digital-native entities that exist

Quick Action After a Lost Phone Can Save Your Money
Digital Banking & Payments Quick Action After a Lost Phone Can Save Your Money

The modern smartphone has evolved far beyond a simple tool for calls and messages, transforming into a pocket-sized financial hub that holds the keys to our entire digital and monetary lives. Linked to everything from UPI and net banking to various digital wallets, these devices contain an

Are Stablecoins the Future of QR Code Payments?
Digital Banking & Payments Are Stablecoins the Future of QR Code Payments?

A strategic investment by Tether, the powerhouse behind the world's most widely used stablecoin, into the cross-border payment startup SQRIL signals a significant acceleration in the convergence of digital currencies and everyday commerce. This move, while undisclosed in its financial specifics, is

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