New survey data co-funded by SCBF shows how inclusive fintechs are adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The initiative aligns with the Knowledge Officer’s mission to empower the fintech ecosystem with education.

The initial target market for the product is expected to include the immigrant population around the world.

Finastra has announced plans around a range of initiatives which will enable its customers to accelerate through change, as well as creating positive outcomes for millions of people around the world.

The Kenya Bankers Association will work with Huawei to spearhead industry-wide education in fintech innovation, digital transformation, and other ICT-related programs.

The Indonesian Fintech Lenders Association has offered to help accelerate the disbursement of national economic recovery program funds as the government struggles to amass the data needed to deliver the money to the right places. 

Amazon.com Inc (AMZN.O) has added insurance and even gold to its menu of financial services in India, to expand its customer base and attract more subscribers to its Prime loyalty program in a battleground growth market.

Like microlenders in other parts of the world, the company aims to democratize access to modern financial services, in order to promote financial inclusion.

Singapore is planning an online and physical fintech festival amid the spread of the coronavirus across the globe.

Global Fintech Festival brought together representatives of banking, financial technology and investment industries from across the globe to host impactful dialogues, public discussions and a curated exhibition of the latest disruptive technologies.