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Startups innovate to make payments faster in India – but e-wallets face Ashley-Madison-like threats
People are slowly moving towards using digital and electronic payment modes, but payment startups face challenges such as customer awareness, fears about security, and concerns about product or service delivery.
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Mobile Money Gets Boost as Central Bank of Nigeria Loosens Restriction on Telcos
With the review of the mobile money guidelines, which allows for the participation of the telecommunication companies, the adoption of this form of banking is expected to get a significant boost.
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Buying with bitcoins in India
With the increasing ease of using them for purchases through mobile apps, bitcoins are quickly transitioning from being trading units to shopping currency.
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PRESS RELEASE: Colombia’s Credifamilia to Extend US$240 million in Mortgage Loans to Low-Income Homebuyers
New Business Call to Action member’s loans will build 20,000 homes by 2020.
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Study Set to Harmonize Mobile Money Transfer Fees in East Africa
The central banks of four East African countries are conducting a study that will set the baseline for money transfer fees across the region.
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PRESS RELEASE: India Announces New Partnership to Accelerate Financial Inclusion for Everyone
Government of India joins the United Nations' Better Than Cash Alliance to share success stories from the world's largest financial inclusion program.
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OPINION: Microfinance has a part to play in fighting terrorism
"I absolutely believe that business, done in a responsible way, is a credible alternative to delivering up your kids to being radicalized," says FINCA president Rupert Scofield.
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Seven Emerging FinTech Players In Top Latin American Markets
Only about half of all adults in Latin America and the Caribbean had a bank account, and only 14% had formal savings - and a host of companies recognize the opportunity.
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