India’s e-commerce payments landscape is experiencing significant growth, with a forecasted compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.4% between 2023 and 2027, projected to reach INR 21.8 trillion in 2027. This article explores the factors contributing to this growth, including the impact of demonetization, the acceleration of digital payments during the pandemic, the popularity of alternative payment brands, and the
Emirates NBD, one of the leading banks in the Middle East, has taken a significant step towards digital banking and wealth management with the launch of ENBD X. This new digital wealth offering provides customers with a user-friendly platform to trade securities and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on global equities. The initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to innovation and its mobile-first
Insurtech start-up Allium Data, Inc. has made major waves in the industry by securing a significant pre-seed funding round of $750,000 from Markd, a prominent insurance and insurtech-focused venture capital firm. This funding marks a pivotal moment for Allium Data, allowing them to accelerate their growth and go-to-market strategy for all of their innovative platform products. With a mission to
Rainforest, a pioneering Payments-as-a-Service (PaaS) platform, recently announced the successful completion of an impressive $11.75 million seed funding round. This funding will enable the company to further its mission of transforming the payments landscape by offering customers optimal economic benefits with minimal operational and compliance hassles. Unique Selling Proposition At the heart of Rainforest’s offerings lies its unique selling proposition:
The financial industry is undergoing a transformation as non-banking service providers recognize the value of embedding payments into their suite of offerings. This shift towards embedded payments not only enhances the customer experience but also opens up new opportunities for issuers to build valuable ecosystems and capture emerging markets. In this article, we will explore the power of instant virtual
Indonesia’s leading digital lending giant, Investree, is on the verge of achieving a significant milestone with the upcoming Series D funding round. Through a joint venture formed in Doha, Investree is set to secure a substantial amount of €220m ($230.8m). This financial feat is made possible by collaborating with JTA International Holding, a prominent player in this funding round. In
As businesses continue to embrace digital transformation, Stampli, a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered accounts payable solutions, recently announced a Series D funding round that raised an impressive $61 million. This boost in capital, led by funds managed by Blackstone, brings the total amount raised by Stampli to an impressive $148 million. With this significant investment, Stampli aims to
In a significant development for the financial industry, Fiserv, the leading global provider of technology solutions to financial institutions, has made its mark by joining the esteemed SWIFT Partner Programme. SWIFT, renowned for its unparalleled reach and security in the global payments industry, is empowering Fiserv to facilitate seamless connectivity for financial institutions. This partnership aims to enhance cross-border payment
In Saudi Arabia’s fast-evolving financial digital space, SeaPay and Salt Edge have joined forces to offer innovative open banking solutions to local merchants. This collaboration aims to streamline the payment process, grant access to global and Middle Eastern financial data, and introduce a secure and cost-efficient payment method for SeaPay customers. With SeaPay’s unique offerings and Salt Edge’s expertise in
Crypto Whale Pumps has garnered attention in the crypto community with its impressive track record, boasting a Return on Investment (ROI) of 1,090% and an impressive success rate of 83.33% in the past week alone. As of Friday, the group has welcomed over 25,000 subscribers, a significant increase of more than 3,000 within the last 30 days. In this article,
Visa, a global leader in payments technology, has recently announced the establishment of a $100 million fund dedicated to investing in companies that harness generative AI technologies and applications for commerce and payments. With its vast potential to shape multiple industries, Visa Ventures, the corporate investment arm of Visa, aims to lead the way in driving advancements in this transformative
As technology continues to advance, mobile wallets have gained significant traction as convenient and secure payment methods. With the increasing adoption of smartphones, consumers are embracing the benefits of mobile wallets, leading to a shift in payment preferences. In this article, we will explore the partnership between Apple Wallet and PayPal/Venmo, the convenience of mobile payments, the growing popularity of
