Founded in 2016, fintech dLocal embarked on a mission to bridge the gap in cross-border payments, particularly in emerging markets. This Uruguay-based fintech startup quickly distinguished itself by offering a…
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Kenya: cash is king but mobile payments are growing
The world is slowly moving into a ‘cashless society.’ However, while some countries have adopted the system pretty quickly, some are still moving slowly to make this a reality. According…
Why the artisan industry needs a decentralized cross-border payment solution
The artisan industry is the second largest employment in the developing world, and the worldwide handicrafts market is predicted to reach $984.8 billion by 2023, according to NEST’s State of the Handworker Economy Report. So, why do so many craftspeople throughout the world, particularly in developing countries, live in poverty?
Mapping Brazil’s Fintech Sector
This episode is all about Brazil’s fintech sector
What happens when you mix digital readiness, a robust financial regulation and the Brazilian entrepreneurial spirit?
You get a booming fintech sector!
Fintech in Uruguay: The Silicon Valley of South America
Uruguay’s current government has been pushing for financial inclusion and putting in place new banking laws that support the use of electronic payments, among other measures.
SE Asia: eCommerce boom drives up mobile payment options
A recent Google-Temasek e-Conomy SEA 2018 report highlights the explosive growth happening in e-commerce in Southeast Asia. SE Asia has long been seen as a challenging market for international brands…
Is It Time for Mobile Payments to Take Off in Brazil?
Two years is a long time for technology development. Back in 2015, several home-grown mobile payment apps were taking off. Still, none of the big players was showing a real…
Is Facebook Marketplace ignoring emerging markets eCommerce?
Yes, it’s happening. Facebook Marketplace has finally been launched. The Marketplace is a new feature inside the Facebook mobile app. The Marketplace comes as a response to marketplaces type sites like…
Emerging Markets are much more Bitcoin native
The buzz around Bitcoin has been huge. It seems everybody is talking about it, but its uses have been restricted to a niche type of people and business. If you…
