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Blockchain Technology and the World of Finance These days, all you need is an internet connection to send any amount of money anywhere in the world. But that is just the tip of the iceberg of how the financial system is potentially being affected. Legacy financial...
Bringing Financial Services to the Philippines In a case study conducted by FinTech Futures, the Philippines-based fintech company Mynt and its efforts in micro-lending were explored. Mynt is part of Globe Telecom, a top mobile phone company in the Philippines with...
Microfinancing in Cambodia is enabling broader access to the country’s economic pie, thus helping move more citizens out of poverty. However, the microfinance industry is not reaching its full potential, as high interest rates keep borrowers in debt and make the loans...
There has been a lot of hype about the Fintech (financial technology) industry. It is referred to as one of the biggest disrupters of the modern era. The industry appears to be highly successful. The media outlets are filled with stories about new startups, public...
Key Investments Are Strengthening Fintech Startup Market in Nigeria Nigeria is fertile ground for financial technology entrepreneurs. The majority of Nigeria’s consumer base continues to be underbanked, a reality that has created a $5.5 billion market for...
The African Fintech Success Story: Can it be Duplicated in Asia? Both Africa and Asia face some similar socio-economic and geographical challenges. Improving national economies and equalizing access to financial services is key to paving the way for the countries of...
Mobile-based financial services have become more common in sub-Saharan African countries, particularly in Kenya. Cellphone availability has played a significant role in making financial services more accessible to all segments of the population. Low-income sectors of...
Access to Financial Services is the Pathway to Socio-Economic Growth in Asia Asia holds great potential for economic growth, but that potential will only be fully realized with increased access to financial services. Checking and savings accounts, lending platforms,...
The financial system has largely recovered after the turmoil of 2018 and the global financial crisis. Few real changes have been made, though. Although reform has been promised on both sides of the Atlantic, the system has remained largely the same. A decade after the...
Financial technology, commonly referred to as Fintech has grown into a multibillion-dollar industry in just a couple of years. The expansion continues and both startups and established companies diligently work towards developing new apps and sites aimed at helping...
I have more than 20 years of experience in the real estate, sustainable resource development and financial industries. Born in Israel, I have partnered with or been the initiator of several unique and successful global businesses.
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