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Nigerian Fintech Reaches Unicorn Status With $110 Million Google-Backed Funding Round
31.10.2024
Moniepoint, a Nigerian fintech company, has raised $110 million in Series C funding to expand its services across Africa and globally, becoming the latest Nigerian fintech unicorn. Moniepoint Seeks to Serve Global African Market with New Funding Moniepoint, a Nigerian fintech company, recently...
BIS Considers Ending Mbridge Project Over BRICS Connections, but Is It Too Late?
30.10.2024
While conversations about ending the CBDC-enabled international settlements project have focused on its links to BRICS, Mbridge has already reached the MVP stage, and members could choose to continue it without support from the BIS. BIS Considers Ending Mbridge Project, BRICS Countries Could Use...
CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder
27.10.2024
Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation
CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder
27.10.2024
Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation
CBDCs and crypto should coexist, not compete — CoinDCX co-founder
27.10.2024
Sumit Gupta shares insights on India’s approach to CBDCs and private cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the need for balanced regulation
Indo-Pacific Nations Outpacing the US in Crypto Regulation, SEC Commissioner Says
25.10.2024
A U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) commissioner has urged the U.S. to adopt a more proactive approach to crypto regulation, pointing to the leadership of Indo-Pacific nations like Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. He emphasized that these countries have crafted clear frameworks that...
AI in Finance: Industry Experts Gather at FinTech Connect 2024
24.10.2024
FinTech Connect’s eleventh event links influential thought leaders from across the fintech ecosystem, sharing insights on the latest…
Zanzibar’s new blockchain sandbox aims to drive tech startup growth
23.10.2024
The semi-autonomous region of Tanzania is taking advantage of a sandbox regulatory framework adopted in July
Zanzibar’s new blockchain sandbox aims to drive tech startup growth
23.10.2024
The semi-autonomous region of Tanzania is taking advantage of a sandbox regulatory framework adopted in July
Introducing the 7th Edition of the FiNext Awards & Conference February 10-11, 2025, in Dubai
17.10.2024
InternetShine Technologies is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated seventh edition of the FiNext Conference, which will take…
Mercy Corps CIO explains how NGOs can integrate blockchain to amplify their efforts
16.10.2024
Rapid and efficient humanitarian aid distribution is enhanced through the use of blockchain technology. Mercy Corps CIO Scott Onder explains how
Natural disasters wreck FinTech infrastructure, proving cash is still king
16.10.2024
The lessons from recent hurricanes shouldn't be ignored. It’s time to upgrade internet infrastructure and position people to achieve financial sophistication
Ivory Coast’s Waribei Fintech Startup Raises Funds to Boost Small Business Support
14.10.2024
Ivorian fintech startup Waribei raised $820,460 in pre-seed funding to expand its platform, which aims to streamline financial transactions for small businesses in Francophone West Africa. Waribei focuses on understanding the specific needs of merchants and aims to provide solutions that address...
Nigerian Fintech Okra Launches Cloud Unit to Boost Revenue
11.10.2024
Nigerian fintech startup Okra has entered the cloud infrastructure market in West Africa with its new subsidiary, Nebula. The move aims to diversify revenue and mitigate economic risks. Nebula offers a more affordable alternative to global cloud providers and aligns with the government’s push...
National Bank of Bahrain Launches Bitcoin Investment Product
10.10.2024
The National Bank of Bahrain has made a groundbreaking move by launching the first bitcoin-linked structured investment product in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This innovation, developed with ARP Digital, highlights Bahrain’s leadership in fintech while offering accredited investors...
Ripple Launches Crypto Custody Solution for Banks, Fintech Firms
10.10.2024
Ripple, a leading U.S. blockchain startup, has launched a new crypto custody service aimed to serve banks and…
Ripple launches digital asset custody services for banks and fintech
10.10.2024
Ripple’s move into crypto custody allows the company to diversify beyond its payment settlement business.
Ripple launches digital asset custody services for banks and fintech
10.10.2024
Ripple’s move into crypto custody allows the company to diversify beyond its payment settlement business.
Ripple Wins Platinum for Best Cross-Border Payments Platform at Future Digital Awards 2024
10.10.2024
Ripple has been named a Platinum Winner for Best Cross-Border Payments Platform in Juniper Research’s 2024 Future Digital Awards for Fintech & Payments. Other winners included Huawei for mobile money, SAP Fioneer for banking-as-a-service, and Paymentology for embedded finance...
Vaneck Launches $30M Fund to Boost Fintech, Crypto, and AI Startups
9.10.2024
Vaneck, a global investment management firm, has announced the launch of a $30 million early-stage venture fund targeting fintech, digital assets, and artificial intelligence (AI) startups. Vaneck’s $30M Fund to Invest in Fintech, Digital Assets, and AI Named Vaneck Ventures, the fund will...