FinTech

Financial technology, often shortened to fintech, is the technology and innovation that aims to compete with traditional financial methods in the delivery of financial services. It is an emerging industry that uses technology to improve activities in finance.
Flutterwave CEO: African Consumers Need Faster and Secure Payments to Thrive in the Digital Economy
Flutterwave CEO: African Consumers Need Faster and Secure Payments to Thrive in the Digital Economy
September 28, 2023  |  Global Payments

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, has all the tools for success in today’s connected global economy. But despite its economic prowess, restricted access to foreign currencies...

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NCR and Clip Money Partner to Expand Cash Deposits
NCR and Clip Money Partner to Expand Cash Deposits
September 27, 2023  |  Partnerships

Technology services company NCR partnered with FinTech Clip Money to expand its cash management solutions. NCR invested in Clip Money and embarked on a long-term “firmware exclusive, commercial collaboration,” it...

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FinTechs Prioritize Convenience, but Customers Want Faster Payments and More Choice
FinTechs Prioritize Convenience, but Customers Want Faster Payments and More Choice
September 26, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

Today’s economy relies heavily on digitally oriented consumers, which makes moving money swiftly a crucial demand for financial service providers, particularly emerging FinTech issuers aiming...

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Fiserv: Instant Payments Need ‘Killer Use Case’ as FedNow Service Launches
Fiserv: Instant Payments Need ‘Killer Use Case’ as FedNow Service Launches
September 25, 2023  |  Real-Time Payments

The FedNow® Service is rounding the corner into its second month of operation. Justin Jackson, senior vice president and head of enterprise payments at Fiserv,...

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What’s Next as Instacart and Arm Flirt With Busted IPO Status?
What’s Next as Instacart and Arm Flirt With Busted IPO Status?
September 22, 2023  |  IPO

On Wall Street, a “busted” IPO is one that’s simply defined — the stock trades below the initial offer price. At this writing, two of...

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Curve Raises $163 Million to Improve Financial App
Curve Raises $163 Million to Improve Financial App
September 21, 2023  |  Investments

British FinTech Curve says it has raised more than $163 million in a Series C round. The super app provider, whose offering connects all of a user’s...

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AppTech Aims to Enhance Digital Commerce Platform With FinZeo Acquisition
AppTech Aims to Enhance Digital Commerce Platform With FinZeo Acquisition
September 20, 2023  |  Acquisitions

FinTech company AppTech Payments has announced its intention to acquire FinZeo, a software development company focused on providing advanced payment and banking technology to businesses. The planned acquisition...

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HealNow Raises $5.5 Million to Expand Checkout Solution for Pharmacies
HealNow Raises $5.5 Million to Expand Checkout Solution for Pharmacies
September 20, 2023  |  Investments

HealNow has secured $5.5 million in seed funding for its checkout solution for the pharmacy industry.  With the new funding, HealNow plans to accelerate product...

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Payoneer Lets More Airbnb Hosts Get Paid in Local Currencies
Payoneer Lets More Airbnb Hosts Get Paid in Local Currencies
September 19, 2023  |  Payment Methods

Airbnb has expanded its partnership with FinTech Payoneer. The new version of the team-up allows Airbnb hosts in multiple countries to get paid in local...

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