Category : Spotlight

Spotlight feature story looking at the key trends and news within a given region

The Rise of ‘FinTok’: How TikTok & Fintechs Are Transforming Financial Education and Awareness

Tom BleachJuly 5, 2023July 6, 2023

by Tom BleachJuly 5, 2023July 6, 2023

The financial landscape is constantly evolving as technological advancements reshape how people manage their money and pay for products and services. But so too has...

FedNow: Experts Optimistic Of ‘Game-Changing Growth’ in US Payments Landscape

Francis BignellJune 28, 2023June 28, 2023

by Francis BignellJune 28, 2023June 28, 2023

With the imminent public launch of FedNow, the Federal Reserve‘s instant payment service, we sought insights from the fintech industry to gauge their sentiments and...

eTukTuk Merges Lanes as It Combines Transport and Blockchain

Francis BignellJune 14, 2023June 15, 2023

by Francis BignellJune 14, 2023June 15, 2023

In May 2023, Ikea, the multinational conglomerate, announced it was going to be trialling electronic tuk-tuks in Australia as new ways of transporting goods to...

Unifying Africa: Building on Growth and Unique Landscape to Create a ‘Single Digital Market’

Tom BleachJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

by Tom BleachJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

Recent success and growth across a wide range of subsectors have been enjoyed throughout Africa, despite it being a difficult time for economies worldwide. Now,...

Applying New Techniques and Tools in Regtech With Kyckr, Visual Lease, Rise by Barclays and Remitly

Francis BignellMay 31, 2023May 31, 2023

by Francis BignellMay 31, 2023May 31, 2023

The regtech space is in for a major shake-up, with the FCA‘s new Consumer Duty regulations coming into effect in two months. This presents an opportunity...

UK Interest Rate Hike: Funding Challenges for Tech Startups, Down Rounds Ahead

Francis BignellMay 17, 2023May 18, 2023

by Francis BignellMay 17, 2023May 18, 2023

On 11 May 2023, the Bank of England announced that UK interest rates would rise for the 12th consecutive time. Rates are up from 4.25...

Understanding the Importance of ESG and Real Life Usage of Crypto With the Cardano Foundation

Francis BignellMay 10, 2023May 11, 2023

by Francis BignellMay 10, 2023May 11, 2023

The Cardano Foundation, an independent, Swiss-based not-for-profit organisation supporting the Cardano blockchain, released a report titled “Cardano: Slow and Steady Scales the Chain” earlier this...

Apple Breaks Into the World of Fintech With Savings Account for Apple Card Holders

Francis BignellApril 26, 2023April 27, 2023

by Francis BignellApril 26, 2023April 27, 2023

In October 2022, tech giant Apple announced it was partnering with Goldman Sachs, the investment banking firm, to launch Apple Savings account for Apple Card...

Ensuring Fintech Success for Women in East Africa Through Education

Francis BignellApril 19, 2023April 19, 2023

by Francis BignellApril 19, 2023April 19, 2023

The sad reality of the current state of the fintech sector is that there is a huge disparity in gender when it comes to representation...