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October 1, 2024
Welcome to Emerging Tech Trends (ETT), focusing on technologies shaping the future.
In this edition,
SA’s ECAfrica is Connecting Entrepreneurs with the Resources to SCALE : ECAfrica, a South African startup, has developed a digital platform to aid African entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses, promoting innovation and job creation
Hong Kong advances digital currency innovation with new phase of e-HKD Pilot : The Hong Kong Ministry of Finance launched Phase 2 of its e-HKD Pilot Programme, Project e-HKD+, aiming to develop a robust digital money ecosystem for consumers and corporate entities, with a 12-month project
Parabank unveils Credit Solutions tailored for Differently-abled People : Parabank, a Brazilian digital bank, has introduced new credit and prepaid cards to help people with disabilities overcome financial barriers. Parabank plans to introduce physical cards with Braille and tactile features for visually impaired customers and broaden its services to cater to intellectually disabled individuals.
Other Stories
SA’s Fintr uses games to provide Financial Education to Young People
US FinTech companies completed 5 of the top 10 deals globally in H1
Singapore drops Cryptocurrency use for Gambling citing Money Laundering Concerns
Largest Japanese Banks to Use SWIFT-Linked Stablecoin System for Cross-Border Payments
Digital Payments And The Fintech Eruption: Bolstering African Financial Inclusion
Coinbase Reports Its First AI-to-AI Crypto Transaction
EVENTS
AI Applications in FinTech Training Course : Set to Bridge Critical Industry Skills Gap : The Global Centre for Fintech Innovations launchef a one-day online training program, “AI Applications in FinTech,” on October 1, 2024, aimed at professionals in FinTech, including decision-makers, bankers, financial analysts, tech professionals, and academics, to effectively leverage AI
Other Events
African Tech Ventures Unlocking UK Capital Markets and Exits.
OPPORTUNITY
TLcom to host 6th Africa Tech Female Founder Summit in November : TLcom Capital is set to host its sixth annual Africa Tech Female Founder Summit in Nairobi, aiming to unite and empower female founders across Africa. Speakers include Nelly Chatue-Diop, Nneile Nkholise, Rasha Rady, and Sneha Mehta
Visa Accelerator Program 2024 : The Visa Accelerator Program offers a 3-month journey for African startups to connect with mentors, technology, and investment opportunities, aiming to disrupt the FinTech industry and revolutionize finance.
Other Opportunities
Applications open for 7th Ecobank Fintech Challenge
10 startups selected for Google for Startups Accelerator Africa
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