In the ever-changing landscape of today’s workplace, the push for inclusion has never been more critical, especially considering recent attempts to halt progress. Leaders are facing unprecedented challenges as they navigate executive orders prohibiting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, legal threats for non-compliance, and internal debates about DEI’s place in their organizations. This situation echoes the call to action
In an ever-evolving digital economy, businesses must shift their marketing focus from traditional methods to revenue marketing to achieve significant performance results. This approach is especially crucial for B2B and fintech industries, where connecting marketing efforts directly to revenue growth can yield substantial benefits. By adopting revenue marketing strategies, businesses can enhance scalability, achieve maximum ROI, and optimize lead conversion
MANSA, a leading fintech company specializing in cross-border payments, recently achieved a significant milestone by raising USD 10 million in funding, with Tether taking a leading role. This funding round is poised to address the substantial liquidity challenges that global payment providers frequently encounter through innovative stablecoin-based solutions. Primarily, MANSA secured USD 3 million in a pre-seed round from Tether,
Kenyan fintech startup Leja has experienced remarkable growth over the past year, processing an impressive $2 billion in B2B payments in 2024. This milestone reflects a 30% month-over-month growth rate and a staggering 300% cumulative increase within a year, highlighting the platform’s increasing adoption. The Leja App has emerged as a vital tool for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)
Pay plays a key role in employees’ sense of belonging in an organization – get it wrong, and it can damage inclusivity. Transparent and fair policies support a positive workplace culture just as much as any diversity initiative. Developing genuinely equitable and inclusive pay practices that truly support diverse talent is not easy and is often overlooked. Employers can fail
Digital payment solutions have emerged as a transformative force in advancing financial inclusion, particularly for unbanked and underserved populations. These technologies provide access to financial services that were previously out of reach, significantly impacting individuals and communities. The role of digital payment solutions in enhancing financial inclusion is a multifaceted development that spans various aspects, from accessibility through mobile phones
In a strategic move set to redefine digital payments in Mexico, Mexican neobank Albo has teamed up with UK-based issuer-processor Paymentology. The partnership aims to bolster Albo’s digital payment services and strengthen its foothold in the Mexican market. Paymentology’s sophisticated cloud-based platform opens up new avenues for Albo to diversify its offerings, especially targeting small businesses by facilitating payroll and
PayPal, a leading company in the FinTech industry, recently unveiled a highly anticipated feature that promises to revolutionize how users manage group funds. Users in the US, Germany, Italy, and Spain can now seamlessly pool finances with friends and family for free. Whether it’s planning a vacation, buying a group gift, or organizing an event, the new feature addresses the
Rapid Finance, a premier small business financing platform, has announced the expansion of availability for its Rapid Access Prepaid Mastercard® to all eligible Business Line of Credit (LOC) clients, following a successful pilot program in April 2024. This strategic move, in collaboration with Galileo Financial Technologies and SoFi Technologies, Inc., is set to revolutionize the way small businesses manage their
The fintech industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of embedded finance, a concept that integrates financial services seamlessly within non-financial company platforms or applications, providing a unified and comprehensive experience for both consumers and businesses. This transformative approach is changing the landscape of traditional banking and financial services by making monetary transactions more accessible and user-friendly. As
PowerPay, a US-based digital lender known for its innovative digital point-of-sale lending solutions and established in 2017, has recently secured a $60 million corporate bond exclusively facilitated by KeyBank. With over $8 billion in consumer loans processed to date, PowerPay specializes in home improvement, healthcare, and solar finance lending solutions. This substantial investment aims to enhance the company’s operational capabilities,
Affirm, a leading payment network, has recently introduced its flexible and transparent pay-over-time solutions in the UK. Founded in 2012, Affirm aims to create honest financial products that enhance consumers’ lives. This launch offers UK consumers an alternative to traditional credit cards and other installment payment methods, allowing them to split their purchases into manageable monthly payments. Affirm’s Unique Approach
