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Why the U.S. Lags the World in Mobile Payments
Many American consumers are beyond excited by the prospect of Apple Pay, but overseas the iPhone's latest feature is old news.
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Free mobile money transactions from Airtel to boost Rwanda’s financial inclusion drive
The government's efforts geared at ensuring that all Rwandans access financial services have been boosted by Airtel Rwanda, which has scrapped charges on Airtel Money service transactions.
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Safaricom prepares for battle, sets date for new Mpesa network
The stage is set for deployment of Safaricom’s long-awaited new M-Pesa system, raising stakes in the ongoing battle between the mobile phone service provider and a slew of new entrants in the mobile money transfer business, led by Equity Bank.
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Orange Money links up with Bank of Africa for mobile banking
Wireless operator Orange has integrated its mobile Money platform with the Bank of Africa, enabling users to perform basic banking transactions with their handsets.
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A Day in the Life of the Unbanked Consumer — And How Mobile Can Help
To fully understand the effect that mobile payment technology is having on our world, let’s take a look at a day in the life of individuals who are oceans apart but have one thing in common: No bank account.
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How Telcos, MTOs and Banks Could Crash over Remittances
Hugo Cuevas-Mohr shares insights gleaned from his work with money transfer professionals from all over the world about the remittance market, the role of traditional players, banks and telcos and who has the edge as this $500 billion industry evolves.
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Kenya MPs to rule on Equity Mobile Virtual Network Operator services
Equity Bank will have to wait a little longer before rolling out its Mobile Virtual Network Operator services in Kenya.
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Nigeria: Massive Response to Historic Mobile Money Network
Hundreds of residents have thronged meetings and training sessions organized for prospective sales agents for the country's first super mobile money network.
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