PayToMe.co Rises to #2 in Hatcher+ Global Top 100 Startups for November 2024
PayToMe.co is recognized as the #2 startup globally for its innovative impact on financial services.
Y Combinator-backed fintech CapWay has shut down | TechCrunch
CapWay, a fintech aiming to help those in banking deserts, has shut down, although its founder Sheena Allen vows to continue advocating for financial inclusion.
Helping Women Invest in Crypto
Women represent only 10% of the female population in crypto investment, highlighting a need for greater inclusion.
Promoting fintech equality can enhance financial independence and attract more female investors in cryptocurrency.
eQub digitalizes the traditional peer-to-peer credit system
Announcing the 2024 winners of The Power of Payments Awards - Tearsheet
Consumer and commercial payments are undergoing significant innovation with new solutions and expanded offerings. Ripple and Zip Co are leading these changes.
Monese acquired by Pockit as HSBC writes off its investment
Pockit acquires Monese to enhance financial inclusion and expand service offerings after Monese's struggles and loss of investor support.
PayToMe.co Rises to #2 in Hatcher+ Global Top 100 Startups for November 2024
PayToMe.co is recognized as the #2 startup globally for its innovative impact on financial services.
Y Combinator-backed fintech CapWay has shut down | TechCrunch
CapWay, a fintech aiming to help those in banking deserts, has shut down, although its founder Sheena Allen vows to continue advocating for financial inclusion.
Helping Women Invest in Crypto
Women represent only 10% of the female population in crypto investment, highlighting a need for greater inclusion.
Promoting fintech equality can enhance financial independence and attract more female investors in cryptocurrency.
eQub digitalizes the traditional peer-to-peer credit system
Announcing the 2024 winners of The Power of Payments Awards - Tearsheet
Consumer and commercial payments are undergoing significant innovation with new solutions and expanded offerings. Ripple and Zip Co are leading these changes.
Monese acquired by Pockit as HSBC writes off its investment
Pockit acquires Monese to enhance financial inclusion and expand service offerings after Monese's struggles and loss of investor support.
The intersection of traditional finance and cryptocurrency: Navigating the new frontier - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Cryptocurrencies are reshaping finance by challenging traditional systems and creating new investment opportunities.
Why the Media Loves the Worst of Crypto
The crypto sector is addressing real-world financial problems despite criticism and association with scams.
Unlock the potential of LATAM's booming crypto market
Latin America is emerging as a leader in cryptocurrency adoption due to economic instability and the need for financial inclusion.
Trump is launching a cryptocurrency platform, and we have no idea what it does
Donald Trump is launching a cryptocurrency platform aimed at unbanked communities, named 'The DeFiant Ones,' to challenge traditional banking systems.
Bitcoin users are largely rich, white and banked, according to a new FDIC poll of 30,000 households
Despite high interest in cryptocurrency, actual usage among unbanked households is minimal, primarily serving as an investment rather than a financial tool for transactions.
Crypto Ghosted in U.S. Treasury Department's New Strategy on Financial Inclusion
The U.S. strategy for financial inclusion prioritizes traditional finance and views cryptocurrency primarily as a risk.
The intersection of traditional finance and cryptocurrency: Navigating the new frontier - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Cryptocurrencies are reshaping finance by challenging traditional systems and creating new investment opportunities.
Why the Media Loves the Worst of Crypto
The crypto sector is addressing real-world financial problems despite criticism and association with scams.
Unlock the potential of LATAM's booming crypto market
Latin America is emerging as a leader in cryptocurrency adoption due to economic instability and the need for financial inclusion.
Trump is launching a cryptocurrency platform, and we have no idea what it does
Donald Trump is launching a cryptocurrency platform aimed at unbanked communities, named 'The DeFiant Ones,' to challenge traditional banking systems.
Bitcoin users are largely rich, white and banked, according to a new FDIC poll of 30,000 households
Despite high interest in cryptocurrency, actual usage among unbanked households is minimal, primarily serving as an investment rather than a financial tool for transactions.
Crypto Ghosted in U.S. Treasury Department's New Strategy on Financial Inclusion
The U.S. strategy for financial inclusion prioritizes traditional finance and views cryptocurrency primarily as a risk.
The rise of digital wallets and blockchain technology is revolutionizing cross-border payments, improving efficiency and reducing costs for global financial transactions.
Onboard Secures Funding From Coinbase Ventures And LAVA To Drive Global Expansion | HackerNoon
Onboard expands from a digital money app to a comprehensive ecosystem for empowering onchain builders and creators.
Why We Won't See CBDCs Everywhere
CBDCs are facing significant hurdles to global implementation despite increased interest from governments.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: Can Pirates Save Democracy? (12/27/2024) | HackerNoon
Blockchain can enhance financial inclusion and community empowerment, as demonstrated by the Stellar Development Foundation.
CMOs face challenges balancing growth ambitions and integrity in their marketing strategies.
Cross-border payments in the digital age
The rise of digital wallets and blockchain technology is revolutionizing cross-border payments, improving efficiency and reducing costs for global financial transactions.
Onboard Secures Funding From Coinbase Ventures And LAVA To Drive Global Expansion | HackerNoon
Onboard expands from a digital money app to a comprehensive ecosystem for empowering onchain builders and creators.
Why We Won't See CBDCs Everywhere
CBDCs are facing significant hurdles to global implementation despite increased interest from governments.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: Can Pirates Save Democracy? (12/27/2024) | HackerNoon
Blockchain can enhance financial inclusion and community empowerment, as demonstrated by the Stellar Development Foundation.
CMOs face challenges balancing growth ambitions and integrity in their marketing strategies.
CBDCs Hold Promise and Peril in Global Finance Overhaul, Study Finds | HackerNoon
CBDCs can enhance financial inclusion, improve transaction efficiency, and transform monetary policy, but they raise concerns about privacy and sustainability.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: Zuzalu is Dead. Long Live Zuzalu! - Metamorphosis Commenced v3 (11/6/2024) | HackerNoon
The article discusses significant tech news, emphasizing China's digital yuan's implications for privacy and the U.S. investigation into Tether's stablecoin operations.
CBDCs Hold Promise and Peril in Global Finance Overhaul, Study Finds | HackerNoon
CBDCs can enhance financial inclusion, improve transaction efficiency, and transform monetary policy, but they raise concerns about privacy and sustainability.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: Zuzalu is Dead. Long Live Zuzalu! - Metamorphosis Commenced v3 (11/6/2024) | HackerNoon
The article discusses significant tech news, emphasizing China's digital yuan's implications for privacy and the U.S. investigation into Tether's stablecoin operations.
More Americans than ever have bank accounts-FDIC boss credits this key technology
The 2023 survey shows the lowest percentage of unbanked households ever recorded, largely attributed to technological advancements, particularly safe accounts.
China's Digital Yuan: A CBDC Model Reducing Cash Dependency and Expanding Financial Access, Says WEF | HackerNoon
The WEF report praises China's digital yuan for enhancing financial inclusion while neglecting the implications of the CCP's social credit system.
Announcing the 2024 Tearsheet Lending Awards Winners - Tearsheet
The Tearsheet Lending Awards highlight top performers in the lending sector, emphasizing innovation and access to financial services.
Treasury's bank referral scheme falls flat, securing loans for only 1 in 20 small businesses
The Treasury's referral scheme has secured loans for only 5% of small business referrals, highlighting significant issues in its effectiveness.
How Discover is tapping into niche consumer segments as a pathway for growth - Tearsheet
Improving payment experiences can lead to wider access to essential services, especially for low-income consumers, impacting overall lifestyle choices.
Credit unions outperforme banks and building societies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
UK credit unions have led customer satisfaction and value for money, outperforming banks and building societies, according to a recent consumer study.
CORVA: Want Greater Adoption Of Bitcoin? Use It To Fix Problems.
Bitcoin's adoption hinges on addressing real-world problems rather than theoretical advantages.
Elizabeth Warren Pivots on Bitcoin, Honors Nakamoto With Flag Over Capitol
Elizabeth Warren has praised the work of Bitcoin's anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, and submitted a request to commemorate Nakamoto's accomplishment.
Warren's embrace of Bitcoin aligns with her rhetoric about fighting for the financially underserved and championing economic freedoms.
CORVA: Want Greater Adoption Of Bitcoin? Use It To Fix Problems.
Bitcoin's adoption hinges on addressing real-world problems rather than theoretical advantages.
Elizabeth Warren Pivots on Bitcoin, Honors Nakamoto With Flag Over Capitol
Elizabeth Warren has praised the work of Bitcoin's anonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, and submitted a request to commemorate Nakamoto's accomplishment.
Warren's embrace of Bitcoin aligns with her rhetoric about fighting for the financially underserved and championing economic freedoms.
Predictive cash flow modeling can enhance credit access for poor consumers, essential for improving their financial stability and overall quality of life.
Comun Raises $21.5M To Tackle Financial Challenges Faced by Immigrants with its Digital Banking Platform
Comun is innovating in the financial sector by providing tailored banking services for immigrants, addressing their unique challenges in credit and transaction access.
Exclusive: Fast-growing neobank Comun raised $21.5M just months after its last raise
Comun's rapid fundraising success highlights its unique position in the market, driven by significant growth and addressing the needs of Latino immigrants.
How Black Banx is bridging the gap in financial inclusion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Black Banx innovates digital banking to enhance financial inclusivity globally.
Exclusive: Fast-growing neobank Comun raised $21.5M just months after its last raise
Comun's rapid fundraising success highlights its unique position in the market, driven by significant growth and addressing the needs of Latino immigrants.
How Black Banx is bridging the gap in financial inclusion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Black Banx innovates digital banking to enhance financial inclusivity globally.
The 'Granting Access' event by SI3 aims to promote financial inclusion and access for women and non-binary individuals in Web3.
Leader Spotlight: Taking a human-centric approach to fintech, with Suhas Reddy - LogRocket Blog
Human-centric design principles are crucial for the success of product development processes.
How thoughtful approaches to AI can lead to financial empowerment for all
Recent technological advances, like AI, offer new opportunities for financial empowerment by lowering friction and enhancing tools.
Financial well-being involves understanding and managing spending, saving, borrowing, and planning, particularly crucial for underserved groups.
AI can provide personalized financial guidance and access to services tailored to individual needs, showing potential to revolutionize financial services.
How PayJoy built a $300M business by letting the underserved use their smartphones as collateral for loans | TechCrunch
PayJoy helps underserved individuals access financial services in emerging markets by offering a buy now, pay-as-you-go model for smartphones.
The company operates in a transparent and non-predatory manner, ensuring users can return phones and walk away debt-free at any time.
There is 20 million financially underserved people across the UK with fair or poor credit scores
Users of BuildMyCreditScore saw an average 52 points increase in credit scores in 3 months.
One in ten users improved credit score by over 100 points.
Low-Income Americans Deserve Free Artery Screening to Detect Early-Stage Heart Disease - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Artery screening for cardiovascular health is underutilized despite being easily accessible and essential for early detection and prevention of heart disease.
Congress could potentially fund community health clinics to provide free artery screening for patients, addressing the access gap primarily faced by low-income individuals.
Multicoin, Coinbase Ventures Invest in Latin American Stablecoin-Powered SuperApp El Dorado
Stablecoins aid Latin America's financial landscape through affordability and accessibility.
Financial education won't close the wealth gap, but these 3 things will
Living paycheck-to-paycheck can limit dreams; disparities in wealth, income, and access hinder big ambitions; steps can close wealth gap.
Senior Software Engineer - Frontend at Allocate
Making private technology-focused alternatives more accessible for investors through Allocate.
IMF Says CBDCs Could Boost Middle East's Financial Inclusion, Payment Efficiency
CBDCs may not be essential, but can improve financial inclusion and reduce financial service costs.
NAF rebrands initiative designed to boost Black homeownership
NAF rebrands initiative to NAF Black Impact, aiming to provide $20 billion in new mortgages to Black homebuyers by 2028.