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IFC Invests in Shinhan Finance to Support Smaller Businesses in Kazakhstan
The financing will allow Shinhan Finance to continue providing much-needed longer-term loans and enhance the resilience of smaller enterprises, which are critical for economic growth and job creation.
UNI2 Microcrédito Receives $3 Million Loan From Triodos Microfinance Fund and Triodos Fair Share Fund
The debt facility provided by Triodos Microfinance Fund and Triodos Fair Share Fund will enable UNI2 to further expand its loan portfolio in post-conflict areas of the country where poverty rates are high.
GFANZ Launches Latin America & Caribbean Network to Support Climate Finance in the Region
New regional network will support engagement with financial institutions and policymakers across Latin America and the Caribbean to capitalize on the net-zero transition opportunity for the region.
Call for Expression of Interest: Financial Inclusion 2.0
CGAP is looking for organizations that have access to substantial amounts of data linking the use of financial services to customer outcomes.
Innovative Gender Bond Series Uplifts Rural Women to Drive Climate Action in Asia
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific and the United Nations Capital Development Fund partnered with Impact Investment Exchange to support rural women entrepreneurs across the region to access affordable and well-regulated financial services.
Google Plans to Join India’s BFSI to Fuel Financial Digital Journey
This partnership encompasses AI integration, SME solutions, enhancing online safety, fostering local collaborations, and more. Google Pay’s introduction in response to the government’s invitation strengthened financial inclusion.
Samoa’s First Parametric Microinsurance Product Launched to Cushion Impact of Climate Change
The product which was developed by the Pacific Insurance and Climate Adaptation Programme, will be piloted in Samoa over the next 12 months.
Fintech Innovation Lab New York Opens Applications for 2024 Class
Applications are now open for the Fintech Innovation Lab New York, a program founded by Accenture and the Partnership Fund for New York City.
i2C and Banco de Credito Launch iO Banking App in Peru
Leveraging i2c‘s unified banking and payments technology, iO offers a range of features and benefits to its users, aiming to redefine the digital banking experience in Peru.
Hope Rises for SMEs as BaobabPlus, TradeLenda Offer Solar Solutions
Under the partnership, Trade Lenda will offer credits to SMEs to acquire solar energy solutions offered by BaobabPlus to run their businesses.