World Bank

The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of poorer countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects. It comprises two institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the International Development Association.

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Money Transfer Startup Remitly Nets $85M On $1.5B Valuation
Money Transfer Startup Remitly Nets $85M On $1.5B Valuation
July 30, 2020  |  Investments

Remitly, which works to provide remittances and financial services for immigrants, announced an $85 million funding round amid a worldwide surge in demand for those...

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High Tech Microlending — And Why Chickens Hatch Great ROI
High Tech Microlending — And Why Chickens Hatch Great ROI
June 08, 2020  |  Loans

The World Bank distributes about $25 billion a year to countries through governments that identify areas where investment is needed and capital can be deployed...

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COVID-19 Puts $100B Dent In Global Remittance Flows
COVID-19 Puts $100B Dent In Global Remittance Flows
April 22, 2020  |  Global Payments

The world remittance fall-off anticipated because of the coronavirus pandemic could have serious effects for numerous countries, according to a Financial Times report that cited the...

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EU Eases State Aid For Cos. As Banks Worldwide Pledge Help Funding
EU Eases State Aid For Cos. As Banks Worldwide Pledge Help Funding
March 17, 2020  |  Economy

The coronavirus is spurring governments and companies to take action to help businesses and individuals. Here are the latest updates on the coronavirus around the...

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World Bank Downgrades India’s GDP Forecast
World Bank Downgrades India’s GDP Forecast
October 13, 2019  |  Economy

The World Bank has downgraded India’s GDP forecast due to a decrease in domestic demand. “India’s cyclical slowdown is severe,” the report said, according to...

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Deep Dive: How Digital ID Eases Access To Government Services In Africa And Asia
Deep Dive: How Digital ID Eases Access To Government Services In Africa And Asia
October 08, 2019  |  Authentication

The World Bank estimates that there are approximately 1.1 billion individuals worldwide without basic ID credentials — a significant obstacle when attempting to access essential...

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World Bank Lands $33M For Australian Blockchain Bond
World Bank Lands $33M For Australian Blockchain Bond
August 23, 2019  |  Investments

The World Bank announced it has raised $33 million from investors for its blockchain-based “Kangaroo” bond, Bond-i. The bond, which is due August 2020, is...

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Deep Dive: Why Cross-Border Payments Need Transparency Overhaul
Deep Dive: Why Cross-Border Payments Need Transparency Overhaul
August 16, 2019  |  Smarter Payments

FIs and enterprises are facing increased pressure to make cross-border payments fast and seamless as consumers grow used to such products in other sectors. The...

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World Bank, IMF Debut Private Blockchain And ‘Quasi-Cryptocurrency’
World Bank, IMF Debut Private Blockchain And ‘Quasi-Cryptocurrency’
April 15, 2019  |  Blockchain

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank are partnering up to launch a private blockchain and “quasi-cryptocurrency.” The asset, “Learning Coin,” will be...

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